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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.
The HUET course was worth every penny. I highly recommend anyone in aviation to undertake this course. Very professional and informative, and lovely and helpful staff
Outstanding morning with a group of friendly, informative and totally professional crew. Learned all about crayfish and got to take some home. Incredible morning, highly recommend.
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😁
Had an amazing experience out on the sea lion tour today! The Captain, Rory and Nando were all super friendly and made the morning comfortable and easy for all of us! Wetsuits and equipment were quality (thanks for the loan of the Go Pro handle Rory!) plenty of seating for everyone (especially loved the beanbags up on front deck!). Weather was nice and clear and we saw lots of seals jumping around having a great time! Crew were very helpful and attentive taking photos for everyone and helping one of our daughters who was not a strong swimmer to still have a good time and see the seals! Highly recommend this tour, 10/10 thanks for a great family memory guys!!! 🦭🦭🦭
Two of us did our Underwater Escape Training with Pete on Sunday.
This was my third renewal and was probably the best.
Pete did a great job. He was very thorough and covered every aspect of our course and explained everything clearly. The facilities were excellent and the equipment was very relevant to our situation.
All round this was a first class course and I would very much recommend it to anyone needing to do a HUET.
This was my third renewal and was probably the best.
Pete did a great job. He was very thorough and covered every aspect of our course and explained everything clearly. The facilities were excellent and the equipment was very relevant to our situation.
All round this was a first class course and I would very much recommend it to anyone needing to do a HUET.
Absolutely incredible experience! The aircraft underwater escape training was top-notch from start to finish. Peter was highly professional, knowledgeable, and made safety his top priority while ensuring the training was both engaging and informative. The hands-on exercises were intense and realistic, providing invaluable skills and confidence in emergency scenarios. The state-of-the-art facilities and equipment added to the authenticity and overall quality of the training. I left feeling thoroughly prepared and empowered. Highly recommend this course to anyone looking to enhance their safety skills! Five stars all the way!
Pete puts on an excellent HUET course. Time well spent, thanks!
To go into detail, I've attended several similar courses, but I was very impressed with the personal detail Peter gave to the escape scenarios and made me think and work. He also spent time to make sure I was comfortable and confident with the escape breathing device.
I truly appreciate it! This training will definitely save pilots lives.
To go into detail, I've attended several similar courses, but I was very impressed with the personal detail Peter gave to the escape scenarios and made me think and work. He also spent time to make sure I was comfortable and confident with the escape breathing device.
I truly appreciate it! This training will definitely save pilots lives.
My sister and I had a great time with Jurien Bay Oceanic Experience! On our original booking date the visibility was extremely poor and the sea lions never really ventured out, so they let us come again two days later. We are so glad we did because the visibility was better and the sea lions were sooo playful!! It was a great experience.
Additionally, the crew and staff are all very friendly and informative. You can tell they really care about keeping both the sea lions and tourists safe, and ensuring humans and animals alike have positive interactions. Highly recommend!
Additionally, the crew and staff are all very friendly and informative. You can tell they really care about keeping both the sea lions and tourists safe, and ensuring humans and animals alike have positive interactions. Highly recommend!
What a great experience! My son and I joined the lobster catch and keep experience, it was amazing. Staff are friendly and explained everything to us. We were so lucky the pots were full of crays and we got 8 each. Highly recommended
Did the HUET course with Peter, he is a great facilitator and a very experienced instructor. The HUET course theory was online learning (at home at your own pace), followed by the practical in a heated pool. Peter was flexible with course dates, which made it very convenient. Unlike other training facilities where courses are locked in. I will definitely be returning when revalidation is due again.
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.
Blue Destiny anchored beside my boat while I was fishing with 2 other fishers. They were way too close to us for comfort and in my opinion, they put their own customers at risk. A group of about 15 divers dived directly below and all around my boat where we were fishing with large sharp hooks and extremely strong fishing line. Ridiculous behaviour observed! Do better Blue Destiny. Have some respect for your customers and learn some manners!
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.
Great to see gage roads brewing and Blue Destiny charters advertising functional alcoholism 100 plus passengers and a pallet of beer what a disaster
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
GREAT DAY! The staff is professional, fun and work well together. They were great at ensuring our enjoyment and safety. Wonderful way to spend a day. My daughter dove and we snorkelled. Top notch organization. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
I recently completed the open water diver course with Peter at Devocean Dive. From the first phone call discussing my needs to coordinating training times that suited I found the process very easy. Peter’s an excellent instructor who explains everything in such a patient, simplistic and relatable manner. Throughout the 3 days of training, everything was at a very comfortable pace and instilled in me confidence for the adventures that await. Highly recommend anyone who’s interested in diving to reach out to Devocean Dive.
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.
Had a fantastic day aboard the Blue Destiny cruise today. Staff were lovely, it was well organised and the spots we stopped at were great. Was not expecting such a great lunch! The whole day exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend this company.
Wow! Thanks "Team Oceanic Experience". Amazing swim with multiple Sealions. The whole experience was professionally run. The team of 5 Master Divers were so attentive to our needs and went above and beyond to make the 9 clients have the best time ever. Beautiful boat that was well equipped. Showers, toilets, tea, coffee, and TimTams. Highly recommend them if you want to have a great and memorable time with the Sealions. 😊👍❤️
The owners of Devoceandive Peter & Shona are the best of the best.
They care for each students with different levels and needs, always comforting and making learning fun.
I was always nervous with water sports, scared to try scuba diving for so many years. I am 46 years old, I started to feel I can do it with their professional coaching.
Thank you Peter & Shona💕🦀
Maki Sato
They care for each students with different levels and needs, always comforting and making learning fun.
I was always nervous with water sports, scared to try scuba diving for so many years. I am 46 years old, I started to feel I can do it with their professional coaching.
Thank you Peter & Shona💕🦀
Maki Sato
Absolutely amazing day,even though the wind was up just a bit it didn't stop the team from giving a experience I didn't expect.
I highly recommend doing this if you happen to be in jurien bay for the day,a must do .
Swimming with sea lion's,what more can I say , 10 out of 10.
I highly recommend doing this if you happen to be in jurien bay for the day,a must do .
Swimming with sea lion's,what more can I say , 10 out of 10.
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.
What an incredible company to dive with! I just completed my Open Water Dive Course with Pete and could not recommend him enough. He was a patient, calm and kind instructor who made me feel comfortable every step of the way. He is a wealth of knowledge! If you are thinking about diving, you must do it with Devocean Dive!
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.
Fantastic day out today. Although the weather was cooler and cloudy, Blue Destiny went out of their way to find fantastic dive spots that suited the weather. I had initially booked to snorkel not realising that this was a dive boat also. The Blue Destiny staff made the upgrade process so easy. The lunch was a fantastic spread, too. I look forward to going again.
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 booked sea lion interaction tour ,that was so fun! We saw a sea lion play with us ,this is a very nice tour for join !! The water is very clear sea lion very friendly,I would like to join next time with this company!!
Very professional & friendly staff, I enjoyed my time on there boat, thank you
We booked the “Marine Park Experience” tour and had a remarkable trip! Firstly, we would like to thank our tour guides and the skipper for everything. All of them were super friendly, helpful and caring. They provided us background information wherever they could, and always kept the mood up 🙌🏻 Cheers to Fred 🐬
The tour itself was wonderful as well! There are two stops where you go into the water: One to swim with Sea Lions. They are very playful and curious animals who love to come very close to human visitors. The second stop is near a gorgeous calm lagoon where you can see all sorts of underwater life (beautiful fish, corals, sea snails and numerous other animals). The last stop is in a calm bay, where lunch was provided.
All in all, we had a wonderful morning and would strongly recommend this tour and the people behind this 🤗
The tour itself was wonderful as well! There are two stops where you go into the water: One to swim with Sea Lions. They are very playful and curious animals who love to come very close to human visitors. The second stop is near a gorgeous calm lagoon where you can see all sorts of underwater life (beautiful fish, corals, sea snails and numerous other animals). The last stop is in a calm bay, where lunch was provided.
All in all, we had a wonderful morning and would strongly recommend this tour and the people behind this 🤗
Awesome friendly staff, great food, very fun. Have used them twice now and will be going again in the future
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.