Scuba Diving with Calypso Reef Cruises

Intro-Scuba Diving Information

Experience the outer Great Barrier Reef like never before with an introductory dive. See the reef from a different perspective with our qualified dive instructors.

Small groups of up to 4 divers
No experience necessary
All equipment provided
Up to 3 dives daily
Minimum age of 12 years
Only $99 when pre booked / $119 if purchased on the day

Download PADI Medical Questionnaire

All divers should be aware that after diving there is a minimum wait period before flying in a pressurised aircraft:

a minimum 12 hours for a single dive
a minimum 18 hours for 2 or more dives (PADI standard)
a minimum 24 hours for multiple dives over multiple days

Important information for diving:

By law, the minimum age to dive is 12 years. Anyone under 18 years will need a parent or guardians permission.
All Scuba Diving is subject to successful completion of an on-board medical questionnaire. Please answer the following questions on your past and present status with a YES or NO. If you are not sure, answer YES. If you answer yes to anything you will need to see a doctor to get a clearance to dive. The clearance must be in English with the clinics letterhead phone, doctors note and signature. The questionnaire can be downloaded here.
Passengers should not go to altitude (fly) within 12 hours of completing a single dive or 24 hours when doing multiple dives. WHSQ is the regulator and we must comply, even though the PADI guidelines suggest 18 hours for multiple dives.
Before embarking on your scuba diving adventure in Queensland, please note that there are specific medical requirements unique to our region for certain medical conditions (i.e. asthma, epilepsy, high blood pressure or certain medications) these may exclude individuals from diving. For comprehensive guidance on Queensland’s diving code of conduct, we recommend visiting the Work Safe website. Alternatively, feel free to reach out to our friendly staff, who are dedicated to ensuring your dive experience is both safe and enjoyable. Please check when booking or email us with any questions or concerns.
Certified Divers must produce their certification card
The above also applies to Helmet diving.

When using a dive computer, divers should follow its recommendations.

Certified Scuba Diving Information

Calypso Reef Cruises offers certified divers the thrill of exploring the reef in small groups with our professional and experienced PADI dive masters

Enthusiastic PADI dive masters
Small groups of up to 7 divers
Up to 3 dives daily
Dive computers
On board compressor
Drift diving (weather permitting)
Capture your dive adventure with one of our underwater cameras

Download PADI Medical Questionnaire

Scuba Diving FAQ

What is the minimum age to dive?

The minimum age to dive is 12 years with parent/guardian. Anyone under 18 years of age will need a parent or guardians permission. Certified Divers must produce their certification card

Will any medical conditions prohibit me from diving?

Yes.

All Scuba Diving is subject to successful completion of an on-board medical questionnaire. Please answer the following questions on your past and present status with a YES or NO. If you are not sure, answer YES. If any of these items apply to you, we must request that you consult with a Queensland doctor PRIOR to participating in scuba diving. The questionnaire can be downloaded here.
Before embarking on your scuba diving adventure in Queensland, please note that there are specific medical requirements unique to our region for certain medical conditions (i.e. asthma, epilepsy, high blood pressure or certain medications) these may exclude individuals from diving. A dive medical obtained outside of Queensland may not meet these standards, potentially hindering your ability to dive with us. For comprehensive guidance on Queensland’s diving code of conduct, we recommend visiting the Work Safe website. Alternatively, feel free to reach out to our friendly staff, who are dedicated to ensuring your dive experience is both safe and enjoyable. Please check when booking or email us with any questions or concerns.
Certified Divers must produce their certification card

Can I fly before or after diving?

You should allow a minimum interval of 12 hours prior to flying if completing a single dive and 24 hours if doing multiple dives.

Can I try scuba diving if I have never done it before?

Yes! If you are over 12 years old and pass all the medical questionnaires, you can do an intro-dive. You will given a detailed 30 min brief from our experienced PADI dive masters and all the equipment you need. We do smaller groups for intro dives and will be in safe hands with our friendly crew.

What tours are available for certified divers?

For the experienced divers (certified), join our PADI dive masters as they show you sheer walls of corals, caves and possibly drift dive (if conditions permit). Just don’t forget your certification card!