Introductory Dive Half-Day Tour

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Introductory Scuba Diving

Experience the ultimate Great Barrier Reef half-day trip with Tusa Reef Tours. Enjoy our Introductory Diving experience as part of your day and treat yourself to an unforgettable reef experience. 

Discover the mesmerizing beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, as our seasoned and knowledgeable instructors accompany you on this extraordinary journey. Our Introductory dives are for those who are not certified and want to experience scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or a beginner, most people can participate in an intro dive (subject to meeting health requirements).

Introductory Diving Experience

Our highly qualified PADI Instructor will provide comprehensive briefings, instruction, and surface training, ensuring a safe and unforgettable dive. Immerse yourself in the underwater world and descend to a maximum depth of 30 feet (10m), where you will encounter a plethora of vibrant marine life.

With top-of-the-line diving equipment and a purpose-built dive vessel, equipped with spacious dive decks and easy access platform, we guarantee a comfortable dive experience.

Join us and discover a whole new world beneath the waves. You may even consider becoming a certified diver afterwards, which we highly recommend! If you do, our sister brand Divers Den offers a range of learn to dive courses at their 5-star PADI Dive School.

Please Note: Although Tusa Reef Tours will have a range of languages spoken by our Marine Guides, PADI requires that guests need to understand the introductory dive briefing in English.

Introductory Dives are restricted to people aged 12 and over. 

$295 per person (AUD)

Half-Day Trip + One Intro Dive

Easy Cancellation
up to 48 hours before departure

Best Price Guarantee 
Get the best price by booking direct with us

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  • Itinerary

    7.40 am – Check-in at A Finger, Cairns Marina.

    8:00 am – Set sail to the Outer Reef, during which you’ll be given a full briefing by our experienced crew on the activities and options for the day.

    9:30 am – Once we arrive at the Outer Reef, the real adventure begins! Take your first breaths underwater on the Great Barrier Reef during your Introductory Dive, carefully guided by our PADI-certified instructors.

    11.30 am – If prebooked, you’ll then receive your delicious picnic lunch box, which you can enjoy in the main deck area, or take advantage of one of the many open deck areas and enjoy your meal al fresco as we return to Cairns.

    1.00 pm – Back to the Cairns Marina, it’s time to say goodbye to the beautiful Reef with memories that will last a lifetime!

    Outer Reef Dive Sites

    Outer Reef

    17 Sites to Choose From

    With lots of options across Saxon and Hastings Reefs, your Captain will select the best site to visit.

    Visit One Reef Location

    We'll visit one site on the outer Great Barrier Reef, carefully selected based on the conditions of the day.

    Up to Two Hours on the Reef

    You'll have plenty of time to dive during our trip to the reef.

    Maximum 60 Guests

    Limited to just 60 guests, we guarantee a unique and personalised experience.

    Best Price & Easy Cancellations

    Book with confidence knowing you will always pay the best price booking direct and be free to cancel or amend your booking anytime.  

    Read our Terms and Conditions

    FAQs

    Can I dive if I have a medical condition?

    Some medical conditions can prevent you from scuba diving. Please read our Can I Dive? page carefully and contact us if you have any questions.

    Do I need special insurance?

    We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover you if your snorkel or dive trip is cancelled due to illness, poor weather, travel delays, lost luggage and legal costs. Travel insurance may not cover diving accidents and/or treatment/evacuation. For that we recommend separate insurance – see our Dive Insurance page for more information.

    What equipment is included?

    All equipment is included in the trip cost. For an intro diver, this includes a regulator with a console computer, buoyancy control device (BCD), snorkel, mask, fins, wetsuit, emergency signalling devices, tank and weights/weight belt.

    Can I dive solo?

    No, intro divers will need to be with a dive guide at all times.

    What to bring

    • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen 
    • Swimsuit and towel 
    • Your sense of adventure! 

    Safety & Medical Information

    It is vital that all individuals engaging in introductory scuba diving are in good physical and mental health. Some medical conditions can pose a hazard during diving, and it is recommended that individuals with these conditions undergo evaluation by a physician. Visit our Can I Dive? page for more information.

    Prices are shown in Australian dollars and includes all equipment and tuition.

    Prices valid to 31st March 2027. Price is per person and inclusive of GST and all fees, including the GBRMPA environmental management charge (EMC) which contributes directly to the management of the Marine Park.

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    $295 per person (AUD)

    Half-Day Trip + One Intro Dive 

    Book with confidence
    Easy cancellation up to 48 hrs before departure

    Best Price Guarantee 
    Get the best price by booking direct with us