SSI Advanced Adventurer Course by Gold Coast Dive Centre
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 days to 2–4 weeks
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health with moderate physical fitness to handle multiple dives and gear management.
Overview
Push your diving limits with the SSI Advanced Adventurer Course at Gold Coast Dive Centre. Gain critical skills through five adventure dives and enjoy a free double dive at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve—all leading to international certification.
SSI Advanced Adventurer Course
Ages 10+ • Flexible (3–4 Days or 2–4 Weeks) • SSI Globally Recognised Certification Program
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About This Adventure
Elevate your diving experience with the SSI Advanced Adventurer course, where you'll gain essential skills through five thrilling adventure dives. Enjoy a complimentary double dive at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve, and earn an internationally recognized certification. Dive deeper, navigate confidently, and explore diverse marine environments—all while having fun!
Location: Gold and Tweed Coast Duration: Flexible — complete in 2–4 weeks, or as little as 3–4 days
SSI Advanced Adventurer: Take Your Diving Further Advance your diving skills and explore exciting new environments. Upon completion, you’ll earn the internationally recognised SSI Advanced Adventurer certification — allowing you to dive with a buddy to a maximum depth of 30 metres anywhere in the world. Every adventure dive you complete also counts toward a full SSI Specialty Certification, making it faster, more affordable, and more rewarding.
Bonus Experience — Dive Cook Island at No Extra Cost Your course includes a FREE Double Dive Trip to Cook Island Aquatic Reserve (normally $169). Explore this stunning marine sanctuary with two guided dives — included with your course at no extra cost.
What’s Included:
- Access to SSI online training materials
- 5 adventure dives with an SSI Instructor
- Flexible scheduling over multiple dive trips
- All required scuba gear
- Internationally recognized SSI digital certification
Course Overview: This course is 100% practical—no classroom sessions or exams. All knowledge reviews are completed during dive briefings, tailored to each adventure dive.
Experience 5 of 6 SSI Specialties:
- Boat Diving
- Navigation
- Waves, Tides & Currents
- Deep Diving (up to 30 metres*)
- Night or Limited Visibility
- Perfect Buoyancy
Max depth for 12–14-year-old divers during the deep dive is 21 metres. Maximum depth for 10–11-year-olds is 12 metres.
Times and locations may vary slightly depending on weather and tides.
SSI Specialty Diver Recognition Your Advanced Adventurer course already puts you halfway to earning the SSI Specialty Diver recognition — awarded after completing 2 specialties and logging 12 dives.
Bundle now and become SSI Specialty Diver for only $99 extra — just $694 total when you book it with your Advanced Adventurer.
Prerequisites:
- Open Water Diver certification
- Dive within the last 12 months
- If you’re over 45 or have any pre-existing medical conditions, you’ll need an AS4005.1 dive medical (valid for one year)
What You’ll Learn
- Dive safely in a variety of conditions and environments
- Improve your underwater navigation and buoyancy control
- Manage deeper dives, currents, and low visibility
- Build your confidence, comfort, and awareness as a diver
- Explore different equipment, entry/exit methods, and dive techniques
Additional Info:
- This course requires at least 4 participants to run (you can book individually)
- All dives are weather and conditions dependent
- If it's been over 12 months since your last dive, we recommend the SSI Scuba Skills Update Program before starting
Ready to take your diving to the next level? Book now and explore new depths, environments, and new skills.
Adventure Tips
Maintain Buoyancy for Safety and Conservation
Focus on achieving neutral buoyancy early in your dives to protect fragile marine life and conserve energy.
Check Weather and Tides Before Dives
Local conditions can change rapidly; always review forecasts to ensure safe dive scheduling.
Use Navigation Skills to Enhance Dive Experience
Practice compass and natural navigation to maximize underwater time and avoid disorientation.
Respect Marine Reserve Regulations
Adhere to guidelines at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve to preserve its biodiversity for future divers.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Giant Queensland Grouper
- Green Sea Turtles
History
Cook Island Aquatic Reserve, established in 1998, is Australia's first marine sanctuary exclusive to reef conservation.
Conservation
The region prioritizes marine ecology through strict no-take zones and active education promoting responsible diving practices.
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Recommended Gear
Wetsuit (5mm recommended)
Keeps divers warm and protected against cooler seasonal water temperatures.
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Underwater Compass
Essential for practicing navigation specialty dives and underwater orientation.
Dive Computer
Monitors depth and bottom time to increase safety during deep and longer dives.
Surface Signaling Device
Provides visibility to boats and team members for surface safety.