Guided boat dives, snorkel trips, whale watching and PADI courses operating from Coffs Harbour into the Solitary Islands Marine Park.
Discover scuba, PADI certifications, snorkel excursions and guided boat dives for every experience level.
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Discover the vibrant underwater world with a guided scuba dive at Solitary Islands Marine Park. Perfect for beginners, this program guarantees a safe, fun, and personalized dive experience.
Jetty Dive Centre is a dive operator based in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, offering guided dives, snorkelling trips, whale watching and a broad range of PADI training courses. Operating from local launch points, the centre runs boat dives and snorkel trips to the Solitary Islands Marine Park, a protected area known for diverse marine life.
The business provides beginner experiences such as Discover Scuba Diving, refresher programs, and PADI entry-level courses, alongside more advanced training including Advanced Open Water, Deep Diver, Rescue Diver and specialised programs like Enriched Air Nitrox and Shark Awareness. Many courses include online theory, pool sessions and guided ocean dives, and some certifications offer lifetime access to PADI digital materials.
Instruction is delivered by PADI-qualified instructors and structured in small groups to maximise individual attention during pool training and ocean dives. Equipment hire is available for many trips, and boat trips typically include on-board provisions such as snacks and morning tea for snorkel and dive passengers.
Trip offerings vary by season and include single and double dives to North and South Solitary Islands, targeted marine identification courses, and whale watching excursions when in season. Jetty Dive Centre emphasises safety practices, dive planning and local marine awareness during every activity to support positive underwater experiences for new and returning divers.
The centre also runs specialised short sessions such as fish identification workshops and snorkel-focused trips, with trained guides providing interpretation of marine species and habitat notes during each outing to enhance visitor learning and enjoyment safely.
“Every outing is organized with local river knowledge, basic safety instruction, and equipment checks before departure.”
Base for all local trips and courses
Guided dives and PADI courses available
Official PADI training offered
Boat dives to protected reefs
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The operator provides clear meeting points, departure times, and destination coordinates for all outings.
Personal flotation devices, emergency protocols, equipment checks, and paddling orientations are provided before departure.
Recommended layering, water shoes, sunscreen, and dry bags are detailed in each experience guide.
Guides share rich knowledge of regional flora, fauna, scenic landmarks, and river navigation.
A glimpse into the experiences, natural landscapes, and adventures waiting on your next trip.
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Jetty Dive Centre offers a variety of guided outdoor excursions, scenic routes, rentals, and custom itineraries tailored for families, couples, and adventure enthusiasts.
Yes. Most trips feature comprehensive safety orientations, equipment fittings, and calm routes suited for first-time adventurers. Check the details on individual experience guides for specific age and skill requirements.
Standard safety equipment (such as certified life vests and essential gear) is supplied for each booking. Detailed checklists regarding weather-appropriate attire and personal items are provided prior to departure.
Reserve a spot on a guided dive, snorkel trip or PADI course to explore the Solitary Islands — secure bookings and course dates directly with the operator.
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Boost your diving confidence with Jetty Dive Centre’s 5-hour pool refresher. Perfect for re-familiarizing yourself with essential skills in a safe, supportive environment.
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Take your scuba skills to new depths with Jetty Dive Centre's Advanced Open Water Diver course in Coffs Harbour. Dive six times over three days in the rich marine environments of Solitary Islands Marine Park.
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Dive into the vibrant marine world of the Solitary Islands with Jetty Dive Centre’s snorkeling trips from Coffs Harbour. Perfect for confident swimmers seeking 120 minutes of exploring two unique underwater sites with all gear included.
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Enhance your dive skills with the PADI Aware Fish ID Course at Jetty Dive Centre in Coffs Harbour. Learn to identify key fish species while diving the rich Solitary Islands Marine Park.
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Dive deeper with Jetty Dive Centre’s PADI Deep Diver Course in Coffs Harbour. Over two days, gain vital skills and meet Grey Nurse sharks in the protected Solitary Islands Marine Park.
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Discover the PADI Scuba Diver Course at Jetty Dive Centre in Coffs Harbour. Two days of focused training and boat dives in the stunning Solitary Islands Marine Park await certified divers and beginners alike.
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Extend your dive bottom times with the PADI Enriched Air Diver course at Jetty Dive Centre in Coffs Harbour. Learn to dive safely with Nitrox and unlock new underwater opportunities.
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Reignite your scuba skills with Jetty Dive Centre's two-day refresher course in the diverse Solitary Islands Marine Park. Perfect for certified divers returning to the water.
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Dive into the protected waters of South Solitary Island on this two-tank guided scuba trip. Discover vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life just off the coast of Coffs Harbour, Australia.
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Join a fast-paced whale watching tour in Coffs Harbour’s Solitary Islands Marine Park and witness migrating humpbacks breaching close aboard. This 1.5-hour trip guarantees memorable wildlife encounters for all ages.
water-activities · Coffs Harbour
Unlock longer, safer dives with the PADI Enriched Air Diver Course in the pristine waters of Solitary Islands Marine Park. Spend a day gaining nitrox certification while exploring vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life.
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Discover the PADI Open Water Scuba Diver course at Solitary Islands Marine Park in Coffs Harbour, Australia. This three-day certification offers personalized training and breathtaking boat dives through one of the region’s top marine habitats.
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Join the PADI Shark Awareness Course at Solitary Islands Marine Park near Coffs Harbour for an adrenaline-packed dive with Grey Nurse Sharks. Learn shark behavior up close while earning your certification in one of Australia’s richest marine environments.
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Elevate your diving with a PADI Rescue Diver course in Coffs Harbour, Australia. Learn vital emergency skills across serene pool sessions and stunning open water dives at the biodiverse Solitary Islands Marine Park.
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Dive into an unforgettable underwater adventure in Coffs Harbour’s Solitary Islands Marine Park. Discover vibrant coral gardens and rare marine life with this 7.5-hour double dive experience ideal for divers aged 10 and up.
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