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Try Scuba Diving Today
Always wanted to Try Scuba Diving… No certification or past experience is required! Our highly experienced, professional instructor will take you on an underwater adventure to see some of the beautiful marine life the Mornington Peninsula has to offer.Tour Details
Step 1: Learn the basic theory behind scuba diving in the comfort of a classroom environment.
Step 2: Skills Session held in confined waters allowing a comfortable transition to the underwater world. Here we introduce the skills necessary to maximise safety and comfort for the dive ahead.
Step 3: It’s time to meet the marine life! Visit the Weedy Sea Dragon Colony, The Sponge Gardens or Nudibranch Wall at one of our local dive sites. This you will never forget!
Step 4: If you love this experience, you can ask about the PADI Dive Course.
Location:
3755 Point Nepean Road, Portsea, VIC, 3944, AustraliaDuration:
Approximately 4 hours depending on group size.Times:
8.30am OR 1.00pm Please arrive early to allow for traffic and parking.
Inclusions:
Scuba dive equipment hire, tanks and air fills, scuba dive theory session, dive skills session, then an ocean dive to one of our dive sites. Location is determined by conditions on the day.What to Bring/Wear:
Bring a towel, bathers, and something warm & dry to wear afterwards. Please be sure to bring a drink, snack or lunch.Participant Conditions:
Age:Participants need to be aged 13 and above.
Ability:
It is preferable to have some basic confidence in the water.If you are under age, a non swimmer or not confident in the water you could book our Try Scuba – Pool Dive
A private course/tuition can be arranged – additional fees apply.
Medical:
You will be required to get a Dive Medical if you are any of
the following:
Over 45 years old
Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 30 – Calculate your Body Mass Index here.
Have ticked yes to any item on the medical form below:
Click here to view the Medical Diving Form: Dive Medical Form Link
Upon confirmation of your booking, you will be required to complete the medical questionnaire.
If you answer YES to any of the questions, you must get medical clearance from a dive doctor prior to your dive
Visit www.spums.org.au to find Dive Doctors in Melbourne.
Contact BAYPLAY on (03) 5984 0888 to discuss your options.
Important Notes
Please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start time. Should you have difficulty on the day diving, we will arrange a separate time for you to do a one on one dive with your instructor (additional fee applies).
Stay on the Mornington Peninsula
We offer Packages and Accommodation in Apartment Style Retreats in Portsea
*IMPORTANT – you must read our medical form prior to arrival. If Answering YES to any of the listed Conditions you must obtain a Medical Certificate from a Dive Doctor. Dive Medical Form
Medical Information
If needing a dive doctor please visit https://spums.au/index.php/diving-doctors-list.
Prior to arrival:
During peak times, travel to the Peninsula can be delayed due to high traffic congestion.
Please allow extra travel time, as well as time to park your vehicle and freshen up so that we may commence your tour as scheduled.
If you arrive late, especially without notice, your tour may be reduced or forfeited.
What to bring
Water-based activities: bathers, towel, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, warm & dry change of clothes.
Land-based activities: towel, hat, sunscreen and closed heel shoes.
Please dress for comfort and for the weather.
Weather
In some instances, weather may change unexpectedly and a tour may need to be rescheduled at the last minute. If you have concerns regarding the weather, please call to discuss, or you can also see our terms and conditions for more information.
PS. The sun shines more in Portsea than Melbourne!
Parking
The Portsea public car park is 2 hour parking from December until April.
All day parking is available in the car park behind the BayPlay shop or on Franklin Rd.
Direction Information: Location
Accommodation Packages & Local Attraction Passes
Combine your activity in a package with accommodation.
We have apartments for family holidays & spacious group retreats here above our shop in Portsea.
Terms & Conditions
For details please visit: Terms & Conditions
