TUNCURRY WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Two dives off Tuncurry: guided boat days that follow the grey nurse
A daily, half‑day outing from Forster Dive Centre for certified divers — this guide explains the logistics, what’s included, and how the operator selects sites.
Two dives off Tuncurry: guided boat days that follow the grey nurse.
Join Forster Dive Centre for a compact, focused day on the water from Tuncurry: the Double Boat Dive is tailored to certified divers, with on‑board guidance options, morning tea during the surface interval, and a purpose‑built washdown on return.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Daily, half‑day departures from Forster Dive Centre
Available daily as an approximate 4‑hour outing (with a longer 6‑hour option when the operator runs Seal Rocks trips), departures are scheduled from the shop with a short lead time between booking and embarkation.
Complimentary dive guides and surface interval provisions
A complimentary dive guide service is available for divers who wish to be led, and the operator supplies morning tea during the surface interval; site choice is influenced by weather, recent grey nurse congregations, and diver certification or preference.
Flexible equipment options and included fills
Standard pricing includes two tanks and weight for the dive; renters can take hardware or full kit for an additional per‑person charge, with BYO cylinders eligible for free fills.
What the day feels like
What the day on the water feels like
The Double Boat Dive unfolds as a brisk, well‑appointed half‑day: meet at the shop, head out to sites chosen day‑of for conditions and marine activity, complete dives with a staffed surface interval (morning tea provided), then return to use the operator’s washdown facilities.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Approximate 4‑hour outing running daily (departures available from 7:30am to about 12:00pm); Seal Rocks departures run to about 6 hours.
Meet at the Forster Dive Centre shop at your booked time; boat departure is roughly 30 minutes after the shop meeting.
The basic package includes two tanks and weight; BYO cylinders receive free fills and the operator supplies morning tea during the surface interval.
Additional equipment pricing is tiered per person: hardware only, hardware plus wetsuit, or full kit — consult the operator for current per‑person totals.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is this outing suitable for non‑certified divers?
No — this Double Boat Dive is for certified divers; non‑certified guests must book a Discover Scuba Dive (try dive) instead.
How long is the trip and when does it run?
The standard outing is approximately 4 hours and is available daily from about 7:30am to 12:00pm; trips to Seal Rocks run to about 6 hours.
Where and when do I meet the group?
Meet at the Forster Dive Centre shop at the booked time; the boat usually departs about 30 minutes after the shop meeting.
Are guides provided?
Yes — a complimentary dive guide service is available for divers who want to be led.
What’s included in the standard price?
The standard package includes two tanks and weight for the dive; BYO cylinders are eligible for free fills.
Can I rent equipment?
Yes — the operator offers equipment rental tiers (hardware only, hardware plus wetsuit, or full kit) for additional per‑person fees.