Try scuba diving for the first time at Long Beach, NSW with a private guided session that makes exploring the underwater world easy and safe. Perfect for beginners, this adventure lets you breathe underwater and meet marine life up close.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health with basic swimming ability; no previous experience required.
Wildlife
History
Long Beach area has a rich coastal history linked to Aboriginal communities and early European settlers focused on fishing and maritime activities.
Conservation
Beneath the Bay Co Pty Ltd follows strict eco-friendly practices to protect marine life and minimize ocean impact during all their dives.
Beneath the Bay Co Pty Ltd
Try scuba diving for the first time at Long Beach, NSW with a private guided session that makes exploring the underwater world easy and safe. Perfect for beginners, this adventure lets you breathe underwater and meet marine life up close.
Beneath the Bay Co Pty Ltd is a Long Beach, New South Wales-based marine adventure operator offering a range of PADI courses, guided dives, snorkelling trips and whale-watching tours. The company provides entry-level experiences such as Discover Scuba Diving and snorkelling excursions, alongside certification-focused specialties including PADI Enriched Air Diver and PADI Dry Suit Diver.\n\nTrips include supervised Double Dives and Scuba Refresher sessions led by qualified PADI Divemasters and PADI professionals, plus private dive charters available in 2-, 4- and 6-hour durations. The snorkelling experience features a pre-snorkel briefing and a scenic boat ride to Tollgate Islands. Whale-watching tours offer 1.5-hour outings to observe Humpback Whales in their natural habitat.\n\nCourses and experiences combine classroom or online theory elements with practical in-water training where applicable — for example, the Enriched Air course pairs online study and skills practice with two ocean dives. Private charters are tailored to group interests and skill levels, and selected trips include post-dive refreshments.\n\nAll services operate from Long Beach, NSW, focusing on local marine environments and coastal ecosystems. Information about trip inclusions, PADI course prerequisites and equipment requirements is provided during booking and pre-trip briefings. Beneath the Bay presents a clear range of options for snorkelers, recreational divers and certified divers seeking guided dives or specialty training.
Location
Long Beach, NSW
Operates from Long Beach
Tours Offered
10 trips
PADI courses, snorkel, whale watching
PADI Professionals
Divemasters & Professionals
Guided dives and training
Trip Lengths
1.5–6 hours
1.5-hour whale watch to 6-hour charter
Reserve a PADI course, guided double dive, snorkel trip or private charter today — secure a spot on the next departure from Long Beach, NSW.
Arrive Well Rested
Good rest before your dive helps prevent fatigue and ensures you stay alert underwater.
Hydrate Before Diving
Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration, which can increase the risk of decompression sickness.
Listen Carefully to Your Instructor
Following instructions closely improves your safety and overall diving experience.
Avoid Heavy Meals Before Diving
Eating lightly before your dive prevents discomfort while underwater.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm during cooler water temperatures, especially in fall and winter.
fall
Mask and Snorkel
Essential for clear underwater vision and breathing while at the surface.
Dive Gloves
Protect your hands from cold water and rough surfaces during winter dives.
winter
Waterproof Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn during surface intervals and while preparing for the dive.
summer