DAMPIER SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Learn to Dive — a focused 3-day PADI Open Water course in the Dampier Archipelago
A three-day, instructor-led course that combines pool practice, shore and boat dives to earn your PADI Open Water certification and explore the Pilbara’s reefs.
Learn to Dive — a focused 3-day PADI Open Water course in the Dampier Archipelago.
On the sun-scrubbed coast of Dampier, the Pilbara’s reefs open into clear bays and coral gardens; over three concentrated days you move from pool drills to shore and boat dives, emerging certified to dive to 18 m (12 m for junior divers).
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Fast, focused PADI Open Water certification
Complete confined-water training, four open-water dives and your PADI Open Water qualification in three days with small classes and personalised instruction.
Pool, shore and boat dives across the Dampier Archipelago
The program moves from pool skills to two shore dives and two boat dives aboard the vessel Sailfish, letting you refine techniques and explore Pilbara coral reefs.
Small groups, PADI eLearning and hands‑on practice
Classes are capped for individual attention, with PADI eLearning provided ahead of time so in-person days focus on practical skills and instructor coaching.
What the day feels like
What the three days feel like
Day one is a steady, coached introduction: an overview, theory review and confined-water sessions to master breathing, buoyancy and underwater signalling. Days two and three translate those skills into the ocean — two shore dives that build confidence among coral gardens, then two boat dives from Sailfish to complete training and certification.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should check first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring swimwear, a towel and any required medical documentation; all scuba gear and course materials are included in the course fee.
Courses keep classes small (max six students) and the operator supplies a PADI eLearning pass so you can complete theory before the practical days.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the course take?
The PADI Open Water course is delivered over three days combining pool, shore and boat sessions.
What will I be able to do once certified?
On certification as a PADI Open Water Diver you will be qualified to dive to a maximum depth of 18 m (junior divers aged 12–16 are limited to 12 m).
Are there age or fitness requirements?
Participants must be at least 12 years old, be able to swim 200 m and tread water for 10 minutes, and be medically fit to dive (a medical form is required and a dive medical may be requested).
What happens if the weather is bad?
If weather or sea conditions are unsuitable during your course the operator will reschedule to another mutually suitable day.
Is gear provided?
All scuba gear and course materials are included with the course—there are no hidden costs for equipment.
How do I book the course dates listed?
To book this course you should select 03/05/26 in the calendar; booking that date will automatically reserve the 18 and 19 April sessions for you.
Where are dive medicals available?
Depending on your medical-form answers you may need a dive medical that meets Australian Standards; these medicals are not available in Karratha but are available in Perth.