2 days • 2 Shore + 2 Boat Dives • Up to 40m • Ages 15+ • Need Advanced Certification
Take your scuba skills to new depths with the PADI Deep Dive Specialty course near Fremantle. Over two days, explore unique Rottnest Island dive sites down to 40 meters while learning advanced dive planning and physics.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have good cardiovascular health and be comfortable swimming and diving in open water.
Wildlife
History
Fremantle has a rich maritime history tied to Western Australia’s early settlement and remains a key gateway for access to Rottnest Island’s renowned dive sites.
Conservation
Operators follow strict environmental guidelines to protect the fragile marine ecosystems, ensuring sustainable diving practices and minimal impact on coral and wildlife.
Boutique Cruises
2 days • 2 Shore + 2 Boat Dives • Up to 40m • Ages 15+ • Need Advanced Certification
Boutique Cruises is a Fremantle-based operator offering private charters and PADI scuba courses departing from Fremantle, Western Australia. The company runs a range of experiences including Bali and Nusa Penida 4-night diving trips, PADI courses (Premium Open Water, Standard Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Divemaster, Deep Dive Specialty), Rottnest Island dive trips, refresher courses, and monthly Women Dive Morning events.
Private charters operate on two vessels—Linni and Moonshine 2—and visit destinations such as Carnac Island, Garden Islands, Rottnest Island and the Swan River. Charters include snorkeling, sea lion viewing, crew-prepared BBQs and customizable itineraries to suit groups. Rottnest Island dive trips feature personalized dive sites, limestone reefs with caves and swim-throughs, a hot shower and lunch onboard.
Bali and Nusa Penida trips focus on diving and snorkeling at sites such as Manta Point, targeting sightings of mantas and Mola Mola, and include luxurious accommodations and experienced guidance. PADI courses emphasize small group sizes, personalized instruction, pool sessions, and both shore and boat dives; the Premium and Standard Open Water courses include dives at Rottnest Island. The Women Dive Morning runs on the first Saturday of each month from October to June and includes breakfast and limited gear availability.
All training follows PADI standards and aims to build diver confidence for independent diving. With a focus on safety, varied course options, private charter flexibility, and convenient departures from Fremantle, Boutique Cruises provides accessible diving and island experiences for both new and experienced divers.
Location
Fremantle, WA
Departure point for all trips
Tours Offered
16
Diving, courses, and charters
PADI Courses
Open Water to Divemaster
Certified course progression
Private Vessels
Linni & Moonshine 2
Custom charters with BBQ
Secure spots on small-group PADI courses, private charters to Carnac and Rottnest, or the Bali & Nusa Penida diving trip — availability limited, book early.
Stay hydrated before and after dives
Proper hydration helps prevent decompression sickness during deep dives.
Practice buoyancy control
Maintaining neutral buoyancy is critical at depth to protect marine life and conserve energy.
Monitor your air supply carefully
Air consumption increases at greater depths; always check your gauges frequently.
Get familiar with dive tables or computers
Understanding dive planning tools enhances safety during deep dives.
Dive computer
Crucial for monitoring depth, time, and decompression limits during deep dives.
Wetsuit (5mm or thicker)
Protects against cold temperatures found at deeper depths year-round.
spring;summer;fall;winter
Underwater torch
Useful for exploring caves and low-light areas on deeper dives.
Surface marker buoy (SMB)
Increases diver visibility and safety during ascent and at the surface.