Ever wondered what it’s like to hold your breath and dive into the underwater world? Blue Tortuga Adventures offers a safe and exciting intro to freediving in a pool. Learn essential skills and gain confidence in just two hours!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Open to all fitness levels, with no prior experience necessary
Wildlife
History
Freediving has roots in ancient cultures for sustainable fishing and spiritual practices, now a modern sport and recreational activity.
Conservation
Blue Tortuga Adventures promotes water safety and environmental awareness, encouraging respectful interaction with aquatic environments.
Blue Tortuga Adventures
Ever wondered what it’s like to hold your breath and dive into the underwater world? Blue Tortuga Adventures offers a safe and exciting intro to freediving in a pool. Learn essential skills and gain confidence in just two hours!
Blue Tortuga Adventures is a Maroochydore-based freediving and dive operator offering pool-based training and guided open-water wreck dives along Queensland’s coast. The business runs a Try-A-Freedive (swimming pool) two-hour program that introduces breath-hold techniques, relaxation, equalisation and basic safety in a controlled environment. Blue Tortuga Adventures also operates guided Ex-HMAS Brisbane Wreck double dives where participants explore coral growth, tropical fish communities and the structure of the former naval destroyer.
Instructors provide structured briefings, coaching and supervision, and operations emphasise small-group experiences to deliver personalised instruction and clear safety communication. Bookings include equipment guidance and dive planning appropriate to each trip type. The operator provides the Try-A-Freedive pool session as a low-pressure introduction for beginners and a preparatory step for open-water freediving.
The ex-HMAS Brisbane Wreck double dive departs from Maroochydore and offers two wreck dives designed to maximise underwater observation time around the wreck site. Blue Tortuga Adventures is featured on The Adventure Collective and operates from Maroochydore, Queensland, making it accessible to Sunshine Coast visitors. By focusing on small groups, instructor-led coaching and clearly described trip itineraries, Blue Tortuga Adventures emphasises safety, local knowledge and an educational approach that suits beginners and experienced freedivers alike.
Location
Maroochydore, QLD
Sunshine Coast base for departures
Session Length
2 hours
Try-A-Freedive is a two-hour program
Group Size
Small groups
Personalised coaching and supervision
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Business featured on travel collective
Book a Try-A-Freedive pool session or secure a spot on the ex-HMAS Brisbane double dive via The Adventure Collective listing.
Start with a relaxed mindset
Approach the session slowly, focusing on your breathing to maximize comfort.
Stay hydrated before playing in the water
Proper hydration helps maintain your stamina and control during breath-hold exercises.
Listen carefully to instructor guidance
Pay close attention to safety instructions to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Enjoy the moment and don’t rush
Take your time to experience each skill, building confidence at your own pace.
Swimsuit
Worn during the session, suitable for water activities.
Towel
Useful for drying off after the session or between exercises.
Lightweight mask (optional)
Helps to visualize underwater breathing techniques more clearly.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the activity.