Country

Australia

2 Dive Sites / 1 Resorts / 1 Shops

Explore Regions in Australia

Great Barrier Reef

2 sites / 1 resorts / 1 shops

About Australia

Australia is a diving country with 2 dive sites to explore.

You'll find 1 dive resort and 1 dive shop serving the area.

Browse diving across 1 area within Australia.

Plan your trip with verified dive sites, resorts, and shops on Diveity.

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Australia/Sydney

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Best Time to Visit Australia

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Water Temperature Range

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29°C

Air: 18°C – 30°C

Seasonal Marine Life Highlights

Minke Whales

Manta Rays

Reef Sharks

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Australia's Great Barrier Reef and Ningaloo coast offer remarkable diving. June to October provides optimal visibility and unique encounters like minke whales.

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Dive Sites in Australia

Photos of Diving in Australia

2 photos from dive sites

Getting to Australia

Nearest airports and common travel routes

Cairns Airport (CNS)

~10 km

Travel time: 20 minutes to dive boat departures for Great Barrier Reef

Direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Singapore, Tokyo, and Bali

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)

Travel time: Connecting flights to regional dive destinations

Major international hub with flights from all world regions

Visa & Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for traveling to Australia

Most visitors need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authority) or eVisitor visa before arrival.

ETA (subclass 601) for eligible passport holders -- apply online before travel
eVisitor (subclass 651) for European passport holders -- free online application
Passport must be valid for the duration of stay
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park fees apply at dive sites

Australian Department of Home Affairs

Visa requirements can change. Always verify current entry requirements with the official embassy or consulate before traveling. Last updated: March 2026.

Typical Diving Costs in Australia

Approximate prices in AUD (A$) with approximate USD equivalents

Category	Budget	Mid-Range	Luxury
Fun Dive (2 tanks)	A$150~$97 USD	A$250~$161 USD	A$450~$290 USD
Discover Scuba (intro)	A$200~$129 USD	A$300~$194 USD	A$500~$323 USD
Open Water Course	A$700~$452 USD	A$950~$613 USD	A$1,600~$1,032 USD
Equipment Rental (full set/day)	A$50~$32 USD	A$90~$58 USD	A$150~$97 USD
Accommodation (per night)	A$80~$52 USD	A$250~$161 USD	A$800~$516 USD

Australia has higher costs compared to Southeast Asia but offers world-class reef diving. Liveaboard trips to the outer reef cost more.

Australia

Explore Regions in Australia

Great Barrier Reef

About Australia

Best Time to Visit Australia

Water Temperature Range

Seasonal Marine Life Highlights

Dive Sites in Australia

Photos of Diving in Australia

Dive Resorts in Australia

Dive Shops in Australia

Getting to Australia

Cairns Airport (CNS)

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)

Visa & Entry Requirements

Typical Diving Costs in Australia

Ready to Dive in Australia?

Fun Dive (2 tanks)

Discover Scuba (intro)

Open Water Course

Equipment Rental (full set/day)

Accommodation (per night)

Australia

Explore Regions in Australia

Great Barrier Reef

About Australia

Best Time to Visit Australia

Water Temperature Range

Seasonal Marine Life Highlights

Dive Sites in Australia

Norman Reef

SS Yongala

Photos of Diving in Australia

Dive Resorts in Australia

Reef Paradise Resort

Dive Shops in Australia

Cairns Dive Centre

Getting to Australia

Cairns Airport (CNS)

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)

Visa & Entry Requirements

Typical Diving Costs in Australia

Ready to Dive in Australia?

Fun Dive (2 tanks)

Discover Scuba (intro)

Open Water Course

Equipment Rental (full set/day)

Accommodation (per night)