Cairns: Pro Dive 5 Day Learn to Dive Great Barrier Reef

Pro Dive Cairns 5 day PADI Open Water Course combines the excitement of learning to dive with the adventure of a 3 Day / 2 Night liveaboard trip.

Your journey to becoming a certified diver begins at Pro Dive Cairns' state-of-the-art Training Centre, conveniently located in Cairns City. Over the first two days, you'll receive expert instruction in a modern facility designed for optimal learning. A key feature of our centre is Cairns’ deepest scuba training pool, reaching 4.5 metres at its deepest point. This allows students to gain a realistic feel for diving with full equipment before heading to the reef.

On days three, four, and five, your adventure continues aboard Scubapro, our custom-built liveaboard vessel, where you'll dive at a selection of 16 exclusive outer reef sites (see itinerary for details). This comprehensive course includes four Open Water training dives, followed by five additional pleasure dives, including an escorted night dive—a thrilling experience to complete your certification. Courses commence daily, except Sundays.

Our purpose-built liveaboard vessels are designed for both comfort and functionality. At 25 metres (80 feet) in length, they feature spacious, air-conditioned interiors and two large decks—one dedicated to scuba diving and snorkelling, and another purely for relaxation and sunbathing. Accommodation includes 16 twin-share cabins, each sleeping two guests, with a shared bathroom between every two cabins.

After an exciting day in the water, enjoy a hearty, hot dinner with a varied menu that changes each trip, followed by dessert served after the night dive. Vegetarian options are available upon request. Solo travellers will be paired with another diver in a twin-share cabin.

Whether you’re taking your first breath underwater or perfecting your dive skills, our professional team ensures a safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable experience on the Great Barrier Reef.