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Water Activities with Dive Lord Howe in Lord Howe Island - Sydney

Water Activities with Dive Lord Howe in Lord Howe Island

Lord Howe Island

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Overview

Discover the vibrant world beneath Lord Howe Island’s waters with Dive Lord Howe’s Open Water Course. Perfect for beginners eager to get certified and experience stunning marine life, this course combines expert instruction with a breathtaking setting. Read on to learn why this location is a diver’s paradise.

Water Activities
Lord Howe Island, New South Wales

Open Water Course

Starting at $950 | Ages 10+ | 3 Day Course | Earn your PADI Certification

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About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of diving with Dive Lord Howe in the stunning lagoon and outer reef. This personalized Open Water Course features small group instruction for more hands-on practice. Over three half days, gain worldwide certification while enjoying breathtaking underwater scenery and expert guidance tailored to your needs.

#Open Water Course #Learn to Dive with Dive Lord Howe. The Island's lagoon and outer reef provides a brilliant site to learn to dive.

#Our small group instruction allows you more practice time and feedback with your Instructor.


##Rates Divers (Ages 10+) - $950


##Schedule The Open Water Courses consist of 3 half days of practical training. Day 1 - 12 - 5pm | Classroom learning and practical training conducted in confined water Day 2 - 8:45m - 1:30pm | 2 open water dives Day 3 - 8:45am - 1:30pm | 2 open water dives | Dive ends at 1:30pm. Allow shop time after 3rd day to recap and fill out your Log Book.

You are currently booking Day 1 of your Open Water Course. Please provide your preferred dates for Days 2 & 3 on the next screen. We will contact you to confirm availability for the remainder of your course.


##About Our Open Water Course gives you a worldwide certification that permits you to dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres (note that depth limitations apply to students 10yrs - 15yrs). The open water course can be delivered at flexible times during your stay on Lord Howe Island. We offer a personalised course, where numbers are kept to a minimum, allowing more time with your Instructor.

A minimum of 3 days is required. You will complete your Open Water Course theory online with PADI's interactive online eLearning.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Due to limited internet access on Lord Howe Island, students must complete all theory components online prior to arrival.
  • If your preferred date is not available, we may still have space! Please call or email us: info@divelordhowe.com & (612) 6563 2253

##Requirements

  • You must complete a Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire prior to beginning the course. You may be required to seek a physician's approval if you are predisposed to, or have any of the conditions listed.
  • You must be able to swim for 200 metres unassisted.
  • You must be 10 years of age (for students 10-15 years age a Junior Open Water Certification is issued with restricted depths). This meets NSW standards
  • Parent or guardian permission is required for all students under 18 years

Due to our geographical isolation, it is highly recommend that you complete a Medical Examination (in the Australian standards dive medical AS4005). It is recommended you complete this prior to arrival, however it can be done on the Island with prior arrangement. Please note that anyone with a history of asthma will NOT pass a diving medical prior to undertaking (and passing) a bronchial provocation test (BPT). The Lord Howe Island Family Practice are unable to provide this test on island and so it should be arranged prior to travel.


##Inclusions

  • eLearning access
  • Tuition
  • Gear Hire
  • Confined water training
  • 4 x Open Water Dives
  • Certification

##Exclusions

  • Dive Medical

##Things to Bring:

Adventure Tips

Bring Your Reef-Friendly Sunscreen

Use reef-safe sunblock to protect your skin and preserve the marine environment.

Hydrate Well Before Diving

Proper hydration helps prevent decompression sickness and keeps you alert under water.

Practice Buoyancy Control

Focus on maintaining neutral buoyancy during the course for a safer and more enjoyable experience.

Book in Advance

Slots fill quickly in peak season; reserve your spot early for a smooth experience.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Sea turtles
  • Giant clams

History

Lord Howe Island was formed from a volcanic eruption approximately 7 million years ago, creating diverse underwater volcanic formations.

Conservation

Dive Lord Howe emphasizes eco-friendly practices and marine conservation to protect this fragile ecosystem.

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Recommended Gear

Wetsuit

Essential

Keeps you warm and comfortable during dives in the cooler water months.

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Dive Mask

Essential

Provides clear vision underwater and protection for your eyes.

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Snorkel

Useful for surface swimming and glacier views before diving.

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Underwater Camera

Capture the vibrant marine life and underwater scenery.

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