Dive Into PADI Scuba at Jetty Dive Centre, Coffs Harbour
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 full days plus e-learning
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness is required for swimming and carrying dive gear comfortably.
Overview
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.
Adventure Tips
Swim Fitness Required
You should be comfortable swimming 200 meters or snorkeling 300 meters to meet course requirements.
Book Consecutive Days
The course is designed to be completed over two consecutive days for best continuity; rescheduling is possible with advance notice.
Weather Controls Dive Sites
Open ocean dives depend on weather and sea conditions; Jetty Dive will update you if changes are necessary.
Small Groups Enhance Learning
Training is offered in small groups to provide personalized instruction and better safety during dives.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- wobbegong sharks
- giant trevally
- migrating humpback whales
History
The Solitary Islands Marine Park was established in 1998 to protect one of Australia's richest marine biodiversity zones mixing tropical and temperate species.
Conservation
Jetty Dive Centre promotes responsible diving practices to minimize coral contact and disturbance to marine habitats within the Marine Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Mask, Snorkel, Fins
Personal equipment enhances comfort and familiarity underwater during training dives.
Wetsuit
Protects against colder water temperatures typical outside summer months.
fall|winter|spring specific
Dive Computer
Useful for tracking dive time and depth, often provided but good to own for frequent divers.
Waterproof Sunscreen
Protects exposed skin when on the dive boat under strong Australian sun.
summer specific