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My friend and I booked a swimming with whales experience and we had the most amazing experience that we could have asked for!
It was an incredible day, all thanks to Monica, our guide, and Adam, the captain.
Monica was awesome and made sure we were well-prepared and comfortable the whole time. You could tell she is really passionate, and her good energy was contagious! Adam did a great job by getting us to the perfect spots to see the whales up close and swim next to them. He made sure we had a great adventure!
The tour was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, we also got some cool photos and videos, and having such an awesome team made it even better for us!!! We will be forever grateful for it. Thank you so much Monica & Adam, keep doing a great job!! Absolutely unforgettable day!
It was an incredible day, all thanks to Monica, our guide, and Adam, the captain.
Monica was awesome and made sure we were well-prepared and comfortable the whole time. You could tell she is really passionate, and her good energy was contagious! Adam did a great job by getting us to the perfect spots to see the whales up close and swim next to them. He made sure we had a great adventure!
The tour was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, we also got some cool photos and videos, and having such an awesome team made it even better for us!!! We will be forever grateful for it. Thank you so much Monica & Adam, keep doing a great job!! Absolutely unforgettable day!
This diving centre is the best in gold coast. I’ve been to many other diving centres but I believe they will be the best soon. I done the swim with whale adventure with Adam and Mike. They both were so kind and experts on this area. We faced whale so many times and finally able to swim with them 2 times(also with dolphins!!!). I will be back here again and have another chance for this great experience. Big appreciation for Adam and Mike!!!
We booked as a group of 3 friends, and we all had a whale of a time! (Excuse my pun)
Despite one of us getting a small bought of seasickness due to the slightly choppy water, we still got to see many whales and also dolphins.
The guys were very well informed, had great senses of humour and were also very kind, and took their time to make sure we saw as many whales as possible on our trip.
On our boat we also had some people that booked to go swimming with the whales so that was an also experience.
Was a very very good day…Happy smiling faces all round!
Highly recommend 😎
Despite one of us getting a small bought of seasickness due to the slightly choppy water, we still got to see many whales and also dolphins.
The guys were very well informed, had great senses of humour and were also very kind, and took their time to make sure we saw as many whales as possible on our trip.
On our boat we also had some people that booked to go swimming with the whales so that was an also experience.
Was a very very good day…Happy smiling faces all round!
Highly recommend 😎
WOW what a day 🐋
Thank you Michael and Adam for an amazing
day out on the water🐋
Great guys and great knowledge, with great respect for these beautiful creatures 🐋
Something I’ve wanted to do for a long time❤️
Had the pleasure of seeing a young calf❤️
Whales breaching, fin slapping and spy hopping.
To top it off when I got in the water a whale swam under me❤️🐋
A memory I will never forget
Thank you once again ❤️🐋❤️
Thank you Michael and Adam for an amazing
day out on the water🐋
Great guys and great knowledge, with great respect for these beautiful creatures 🐋
Something I’ve wanted to do for a long time❤️
Had the pleasure of seeing a young calf❤️
Whales breaching, fin slapping and spy hopping.
To top it off when I got in the water a whale swam under me❤️🐋
A memory I will never forget
Thank you once again ❤️🐋❤️
What a trip - an experience that made my heart sing. From the start to finish, can’t fault this opportunity and think it should be on everyone’s MUST do list. LOVED the smaller boat experience, just a handful of us on board, great crew. I would go again tomorrow… from the fresh sea air, the views of the city, the whales, the sharing of info and personable staff - and totally rate the skipper, handled the ocean like a pro.
Best experience EVER!! We had a whale of a time. Excellent crew. Can not recommend them enough. If you sit in the front be wary you may get wet so have a change of clothes and a towel. It was worth it though.
An excellent experience! Terrific, small, swift, comfortable boat. Knowledgeable,helpful and friendly crew.(thanks Mike and Adam)They were also respectful and passionate about the whales and dolphins. It was a great morning for those of us who watched the whales and dolphins but even more special for those who swam with the whales.
We will be back !
Sorry, my photos don't show how fab the experience was.
We will be back !
Sorry, my photos don't show how fab the experience was.
One of the best experiences I had around Australia! Mike and Adam were really nice and knowledgeable! I'm glad I chose a small boat for whale watching it is the best choice to do (especially with them)!
The conditions were stunning! Whales and their calves came so close to the boat it was unbelievable and as a bonus we even saw dolphins!
I obviously recommend 100% Aqua Adventures! Thanks again to the crew😁
The conditions were stunning! Whales and their calves came so close to the boat it was unbelievable and as a bonus we even saw dolphins!
I obviously recommend 100% Aqua Adventures! Thanks again to the crew😁
Simultaneously laid back and professional service! Visited from Perth to do my PADI open water certification and had an exceptional experience, gear is all well looked after and the trainers were very well informed and experienced. Thoroughly enjoyed my experience and would happily recommend to friends and family.
Fab morning out doing a first time scuba with my son. Instructor was great and very patient. Good value for money. Saw plenty fish and was diving for around half an hour. The boat trip was good too getting to the dive site.
The experience with Queensland scuba dive was excellent. They are very friendly and caring. Specially Arjuna was eager to help everyone in waters. Keepnit up.
Wonderful experience! "Embarking on the amazing scuba diving tour from Queensland Scuba diving company was an absolute thrill from start to finish! The instructors Ricky and Chris were incredibly knowledgeable, ensuring both safety and an unforgettable experience underwater. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this tour caters to all skill levels, providing personalized attention and guidance throughout. Don't miss out on this exhilarating adventure – it's an absolute must-do for any diving enthusiast!"
After many years of searching, my husband and I were fitted with perfectly fitting masks and snorkels that work. Nothing leaks. We were both delighted with the help we received.
Laura is an amazing dive instructor! Always felt safe with her doing my open water course. She really knows her stuff & also makes it fun! Thanks Laura
Did the PADI Open Water Diving certificate March 6-9 2024 at QLD Scuba Diving Company. Had Laura as our instructor and she was excellent. She had patience explaining and demonstrating the skills and was very thorough. 5 out of 5 for Laura. Thanks
Amazing! Recommend it a 100% 🤙🏻
I just got my open water license.
The instructors and people on board are nice and they make you feel good.
I learned with Laura for two days and my third and last day was with Georgia.
They are the sweetest and are both aware that as a first time scuba diving, some things can be scary (for me it was the mask removal underwater 😬) but Laura helped me through it and was almost more excited than me when I succeeded. Two amazing teachers and the nicest people. 😊
Also, the prices are very reasonable when you compare it to other places.
I just got my open water license.
The instructors and people on board are nice and they make you feel good.
I learned with Laura for two days and my third and last day was with Georgia.
They are the sweetest and are both aware that as a first time scuba diving, some things can be scary (for me it was the mask removal underwater 😬) but Laura helped me through it and was almost more excited than me when I succeeded. Two amazing teachers and the nicest people. 😊
Also, the prices are very reasonable when you compare it to other places.
Exactly what we were looking for!
My wife and I wanted to dive the Great Barrier Reef in Port Douglas, however all of the other dive companies were huge tour boats with 60+ people (most of them snorkling). Ozdive were the only company offering a smaller boat, much more like we are used to diving from.
We went out for a half day and did two dives and it was fantastic. The trip was a very personal experience, tailored to the dive sites that would be best that day based on the weather and away from the big tour boats.
If you dive regularly or are new to diving this is the company to choose in Port Douglas. Don’t be put off by them having less Reviews, that’s because they have only recently expanded to Port Douglas as their company is also down on the Sunshine Coast.
My wife and I wanted to dive the Great Barrier Reef in Port Douglas, however all of the other dive companies were huge tour boats with 60+ people (most of them snorkling). Ozdive were the only company offering a smaller boat, much more like we are used to diving from.
We went out for a half day and did two dives and it was fantastic. The trip was a very personal experience, tailored to the dive sites that would be best that day based on the weather and away from the big tour boats.
If you dive regularly or are new to diving this is the company to choose in Port Douglas. Don’t be put off by them having less Reviews, that’s because they have only recently expanded to Port Douglas as their company is also down on the Sunshine Coast.
Had the best time doing an Open Water PADI licence. The instructors Lara and Matt were amazing and made the experience truly memorable. Would highly recommend getting your certification here.
I booked with another firm originally but I changed to this one, paying a little more for them because each time I rang with a question (4 different times!), my call was answered by the owner of the business. My teenage kids did the scuba dive, both first timers. Both had a fabulous experience and saw plenty of marine-life including a small stingray! Highly recommended.
My son did his PADI open water course, Dave the Dive Instructor was really patient, he really ensured my boy understood and was aware of all requirements. Dave a massive thank you, LJ was full of compliments and praise for yourself and the team see you soon for some more diving.
I got my dive master license there.
As you get a dive master license it is adviced that you pick a dive center that you are familiar with as you are not only do the training but also part of the employee there.
But I just Google and decided to go there. I'm glad that I pick there as all the staff there are very friendly and nice especially my mentor Tomo.
Learnt a lot of things throughout the process and it is always different experiences when we go out the sea although we always dive in the same spot. But the view under always different.
Great place to get your license or try the discovery scuba diving.
Recommended!
As you get a dive master license it is adviced that you pick a dive center that you are familiar with as you are not only do the training but also part of the employee there.
But I just Google and decided to go there. I'm glad that I pick there as all the staff there are very friendly and nice especially my mentor Tomo.
Learnt a lot of things throughout the process and it is always different experiences when we go out the sea although we always dive in the same spot. But the view under always different.
Great place to get your license or try the discovery scuba diving.
Recommended!
DO NOT RECOMMEND this company. If you are traveling as a family, keep in mind that your child may be refused boarding on a small boat. A trip on a small boat was booked, it was discussed that we will be with the child, we were told that the child does not need a ticket, the trip will be free for her (I have a correspondence with the tour operator where it is clearly written that the ticket is free for our child). When we arrived to go on a trip, Sofia (the owner of the company, as she said) told us that we could not take the child with us, because we needed to buy a ticket for her, and therefore we were denied the trip. I offered to postpone the trip to another date, we agreed, but no one postponed it. The money was not returned. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS TRIP WITH CHILDREN TO ANYONE. If you want to save your nerves and money, avoid this company
We had a fabulous time on the whale watching trip. Everyone was so knowledgeable and helpful. We saw so many whales, up closer than I thought we ever would. We didn’t go swimming but everyone who did seemed to have a marvellous time.
I would recommend this tour as the small groups make it so much more intimate and they really cared about the whole experience for everyone. We saw a number of the bigger cruise boats overloaded with passengers and I’d have to say I’m so glad we did this trip.
I would recommend this tour as the small groups make it so much more intimate and they really cared about the whole experience for everyone. We saw a number of the bigger cruise boats overloaded with passengers and I’d have to say I’m so glad we did this trip.
Really good today guys, thank you for taking care of Phil (aka Squirrel), a dedicated kite surfer and sailor. He is vision impaired and suffers from aspergers syndrome and is required to be permanently helmeted on water, he really enjoyed his discovery dive dive time here.
His first time underwater at Manly Aquarium some 8 years ago.
He will be back on the Gold Coast late July for round 2, after engineering a custom solution to fit his mask and helmet safely underwater.
Thank You
His first time underwater at Manly Aquarium some 8 years ago.
He will be back on the Gold Coast late July for round 2, after engineering a custom solution to fit his mask and helmet safely underwater.
Thank You
We hired kayaks and the process was quick and easy.
We were provided with life jackets and given clear instructions.
We kayaked along the opposite side from Sea World and were very delighted when we spotted a dolphin only 20mtrs away from us. It was affordable and very fun. Highly recommend.
We were provided with life jackets and given clear instructions.
We kayaked along the opposite side from Sea World and were very delighted when we spotted a dolphin only 20mtrs away from us. It was affordable and very fun. Highly recommend.
Booked a whale watching trip for my daughter and I and we had a great time. The sea was a bit rough which made me very nervous but Captain Pineapple and our guide Julianna were absolutely amazing and they're also very friendly and knowledgeable as well. So even though the sea was rough and the swell made it difficult we still managed to spot some whales with a bonus dolphin ride-along on the way back. Highly recommend!
Perhaps the best purpose-built dive boat on the Gold Coast being fast, comfortable, spacious and makes dive set up a breeze. Staffed by a friendly, knowledgeable and professional crew who whilst prioritising safety are flexible to the skill levels of the divers and led to a fantastic day diving given the conditions mother nature chose that day. Really good facilities for pre and post diving prep and wash up and definitely shall be exploring some of the Gold Coasts popular and lesser known sites with them.
I’m a PADI Divemaster!
A bit over 12 months ago I was fortunate to come across Corey Brown kicking off OzDive. After becoming an Open Water diver in 1977 and doing Advanced and Rescue shortly after, I had always wanted to complete my Divemaster qualification but life got in the way. I didn’t want to just ‘tick the boxes’ as so often happens these days and OzDive allowed me to progress in my own time, but always encouraged me along the way.
Corey is a master instructor literally……passionate, dedicated and uncompromising. Having observed and participated in many of the Open Water classes, as well as generally diving with the OzDive crew I can recommend Corey, Lisa and the whole team to provide a first class experience, whether you are a seasoned diver or just thinking about giving it a go.
A bit over 12 months ago I was fortunate to come across Corey Brown kicking off OzDive. After becoming an Open Water diver in 1977 and doing Advanced and Rescue shortly after, I had always wanted to complete my Divemaster qualification but life got in the way. I didn’t want to just ‘tick the boxes’ as so often happens these days and OzDive allowed me to progress in my own time, but always encouraged me along the way.
Corey is a master instructor literally……passionate, dedicated and uncompromising. Having observed and participated in many of the Open Water classes, as well as generally diving with the OzDive crew I can recommend Corey, Lisa and the whole team to provide a first class experience, whether you are a seasoned diver or just thinking about giving it a go.
You won't find a better Dive Company on the Gold Coast! Corey and his friendly crew from OZDIVE will knock your socks off with their extensive knowledge of the local dive sites and their dive boat is incredible to say the least – spacious, comfortable and most importantly, VERY easy to enter/exit the water from. On a recent double dive at the Scottish Prince and Palm Reef we saw huge bull rays, wobbegongs, leopard sharks, moray eels, spotted eagle rays and loads more. If you’re a local or simply visiting for a few days, scuba diving on the Gold Coast with OZDIVE is an experience you won’t forget.
I completed my Open Water certification with Corey and the Team over the weekend. I would Highly recommend Ozdive for anyone looking to get into diving. I was under a time crunch to get my Open water before an upcoming trip, and Corey went above and beyond to ensure he got me in. It was a fun and supportive experience all the way through. I’ll be back to get my advanced ticket ASAP!
Ange and I had a great experience getting our open water certification with the OzDive team. A well paced and personal learning experience that was also a whole lot of fun. The instructor to student ratio allowed for plenty of one on one instruction and hands on teaching. Great job Cory and Tyler
OzDive is the most professional & inspiring dive team I have ever had the privilege to dive with. Corey the dive master is very conscientious and specific on his training methodology which has given me a great deal of confidence in my diving to date. I will continue diving with this team for a long time to come.