Blue Dive Port Douglas
Blue Dive Port Douglas
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Scuba & SnorkellingBoat ToursSightseeing ToursPrivate ToursNature & Wildlife Tours
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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The Original Port Douglas Dive Club. We dive our best reefs by far, the Agincourt Ribbon Reefs. The Agincourts have 20% better visibility than the reefs to the south. Its because these reefs are close to the continental drop off and are swept by clear water from the Coral Sea. That’s why the marine life is unrivalled. Superb privately guided outer reef scuba diving day trips for both qualified and non-qualified divers. Cruise out to the outer GBR in style on Silversonic, the sleek, high speed catamaran. Luxury private charters available also. Learn to scuba dive in affordable small group luxury with the premier 5 Star PADI Dive Resort. Excellent large group discounts available. The professional and friendly team at Blue Dive are deeply committed to bringing safe, quality and personal dive guiding and instruction - to all our guests. Blue Adventure Wildlife Tours is our sister company offering superb wildlife and photography tours to compliment your diving days.
Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia
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1 contribution
Dec. 2023 • Friends
Do you believe in miracles?! You will after silversonic’ing your way to the outer reef with Blue Dive! Purple Stone Fish? Giant Clams? Magnificent Anemones? You betcha! Spend your day with the entire cast of Finding Nemo, sippin tea & coffee, nibblin on delicious snacks, and generally living your best life. DARE TO DREAM!!!
Written 2 December 2023
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Ellen
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Nov. 2023 • Family
We had such an amazing time diving with Blue Dive and Jess! She took care of everything and my husband and I got to enjoy the boat ride, sights, and dives. I couldn’t recommend a better group to dive with in the port Douglas area! Jess brought her go pro and camera with her underwater so we got to keep some memories of our dive through amazing images and videos! Thank you again for a wonderful dive trip!
Written 27 November 2023
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Rodrigo P
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Nov. 2023 • Family
Everything was amazing, the boat was really nice. The crew very serviceable, the food good.
Vanessa was amazing, she made a great job showing us great things while at the water.
Vanessa was amazing, she made a great job showing us great things while at the water.
Written 24 November 2023
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Bushman
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Oct. 2023 • Family
This is our second time going on a private dive with Blue Dive - and they were just as incredible as my partner and I's first experience with them.
This time I came with again my partner but also brought along, my pregnant sister and her partner, they arranged for the three of us able to go diving and share dives so that at least one us was always snorkelling with my sister.
We went on a private dive with Jess to the outer reef. The three dive spots were incredible, Jess looked after all our gear, got us ready and out onto the reef first each time! Not only did Jess look over all our gear, make sure we were having a great time, but also recorded the whole day on her GoPro and then shared all the footage with us. We now have an amazing record of our day out on the reef.
I cannot recommend blue dive enough, our second experience has been just as good as our first. We will definitely be back - the private dives really are worth the money.
We were able to dive down first, see all the incredible wildlife Jess pointed out to us and she took us to the best spots each time. This is also great if you don't want to crowded by other divers!!
This time I came with again my partner but also brought along, my pregnant sister and her partner, they arranged for the three of us able to go diving and share dives so that at least one us was always snorkelling with my sister.
We went on a private dive with Jess to the outer reef. The three dive spots were incredible, Jess looked after all our gear, got us ready and out onto the reef first each time! Not only did Jess look over all our gear, make sure we were having a great time, but also recorded the whole day on her GoPro and then shared all the footage with us. We now have an amazing record of our day out on the reef.
I cannot recommend blue dive enough, our second experience has been just as good as our first. We will definitely be back - the private dives really are worth the money.
We were able to dive down first, see all the incredible wildlife Jess pointed out to us and she took us to the best spots each time. This is also great if you don't want to crowded by other divers!!
Written 7 November 2023
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Alice D
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Nov. 2023 • Couples
If you haven’t dived before and not sure what to expect, I highly recommend going with Blue Dive private guided dive!
Jess who was our instructor and host for the day was just great, she was guided us and made us feel comfortable from the get go.
Had a great time diving with Jess at Blue dive.
Jess who was our instructor and host for the day was just great, she was guided us and made us feel comfortable from the get go.
Had a great time diving with Jess at Blue dive.
Written 5 November 2023
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Lindsay
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Nov. 2023 • Friends
We absolutely loved our dive with Blue Dive! Jess was an amazing instructor and made us feel so safe and comfortable on our dives. We saw some amazing sea life and highly recommend using Blue Dive for your next dive in Port Douglas!
Written 2 November 2023
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Richard S
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Oct. 2023 • Solo
A great all round experience, an excellent way to return to diving after some time out-great DM and wonderful dive sites.
Written 30 October 2023
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Andrew S
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Oct. 2023 • Business
Had an amazing day with Vanessa. She picked us up from our hotel with a big welcoming smile on her face.
We arrived at the port to board a beautiful comfortable boat with a section reserved just for us. The crew, the food and hospitality was above and beyond expectation.
Vanessa took us to 3 magnificent dive sites. The briefing and the instructions were clear and we felt comfortable from the get go. Once under water, the water was crystal clear so we had magnificent visibility of the coral and the sea life.
Thank you so much to Vanessa for guiding us through a magnificent day.
We arrived at the port to board a beautiful comfortable boat with a section reserved just for us. The crew, the food and hospitality was above and beyond expectation.
Vanessa took us to 3 magnificent dive sites. The briefing and the instructions were clear and we felt comfortable from the get go. Once under water, the water was crystal clear so we had magnificent visibility of the coral and the sea life.
Thank you so much to Vanessa for guiding us through a magnificent day.
Written 23 October 2023
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CindyMcCarty
Dallas, TX126 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Solo
Much gratitude to Jamie as my dive guide and the Blue Dive company for such a personalized, concierge diving experience! As a solo diver I conducted extensive research for my first trip to dive the Great Barrier Reef. Blue Dive had excellent reviews on PADI and TripAdvisor. I booked 2 days of diving. 3 dives per day.
Jamie was knowledgeable, professional and personable. He briefed me of our timeline, expectations of marine life while educating me on the Barrier Reef. Each dive was well-planned. Before and after each dive Jamie assured my equipment was perfect. When I offered my assistance his response was to relax and enjoy.
I highly recommend Blue Divers and Jamie to anyone diving from Port Douglas that prefers a personalized dive experience. Although more expensive the price is well justified. Blue Divers included photography and transportation. Jamie even delivered me to the mail post for shipping estimates!
Thank you Blue Divers for the unforgettable diving expetience of the Great Barrier Reef in Port Douglas!
Jamie was knowledgeable, professional and personable. He briefed me of our timeline, expectations of marine life while educating me on the Barrier Reef. Each dive was well-planned. Before and after each dive Jamie assured my equipment was perfect. When I offered my assistance his response was to relax and enjoy.
I highly recommend Blue Divers and Jamie to anyone diving from Port Douglas that prefers a personalized dive experience. Although more expensive the price is well justified. Blue Divers included photography and transportation. Jamie even delivered me to the mail post for shipping estimates!
Thank you Blue Divers for the unforgettable diving expetience of the Great Barrier Reef in Port Douglas!
Written 21 October 2023
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Connie M
Aubrey, TX68 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
The dive was very helpful and kind but I was under the impression it would be a small group going diving. Her particular group was small but we were in a very big boat with many other divers. It was a mad scramble to get ready to dive with so many on board. We had expected a more intimate experience
Written 20 October 2023
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Hi Connie,
We’re glad to hear you enjoyed your 3 privately guided dives at the outer Great Barrier Reef.
We’d love to have taken you on a fully private charter which we do with guests regularly on superb boats like Shaka and Black Magic. They do come in at a higher price point but we can get you to some very cool places.
So that we can provide this experience at a reasonable cost for you, we do travel on a well-equipped tour boat with other guests to traverse the 30+ nautical miles of open seas to reach the best reefs. We apologise if that wasn’t communicated properly in the booking process. It does to the best of the Agincourt Reefs.
In terms of the timing of the day - so we can visit 3 different locations and show you the variety of coral and the best chances to see a more diverse of marine life - we strive to be ready when the boat arrives at the location so we can jump in and maximise our dive time. Our guides are always mindful to encourage you to have the best day possible.
Best wishes from Mark and the team at Blue Dive.
Written 21 October 2023
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Hi !
If i have to do only one day of scuba diving, which boat / reef (Aququest or Poisedon) would you recommend and what are the site unique differences for each site/boat tour.
Thanks
BlueDivePortDouglas
Brisbane, Australia121 contributions
The Agincourt Ribbon Reefs are best and are visited by Blue Dive on Silversonic, a modern sleek and fast catamaran. Feb 2021.
Jane H
Melbourne, Australia15 contributions
Hi there
We (4 with kids aged 20,12) will be arriving at Pd In June 7-10
Is the dives available during this time ? Hubby is Padi master but haven’t dive in last 12 months.
Also is there any snorkeling opportunities for kids ? Any suggestions for accommodation ?Thanks in advance
BlueDivePortDouglas
Brisbane, Australia121 contributions
Thanks very much for your question.
June is a super time to dive with great visibility on our reefs.
Yes sure, we can do a refresher for your husband, although since he is a divemaster he may not need it. And we’d probably recommend a privately guided Blue Dive trip on Poseidon. It’s a super dive boat that has a licence for our best reefs, the Agincourts, with great snorkelling too.
Please do contact us through our website and we’ll send full details including accomodation.
Tanya A
Orpington, UK40 contributions
Hi,
I along with my husband is planning to visit australia next year in April. Please let me know if scuba dives are advisable in April time. Also I read on some of the websites that many scuba tours dont function in April, is it true? If you can let us know the price of single scuba dive, it would be great.
Thanks
BlueDivePortDouglas
Brisbane, Australia121 contributions
Hi Tanya. April is a great time to dive as the weather is usually calm and visibility pretty good.
And yes the boats will go out in April do email us with details of how many divers and whether you are qualified or not and one of our team will reply within a few hours.
197Gena
Crowsnest Pass8 contributions
We are travelling in on a flight from Canada arriving on September 20 th in Sydney and on the 21 of September early morning (still to be booked from Sydney) we are wanting to snorkle the reef and tour the Daintree heading back sometime on the 23 with only 2 days in the area what would be the best plan of attack. The visit will be short but with some careful planning enjoyable. Please give me your recommendations thank you
BlueDivePortDouglas
Brisbane, Australia121 contributions
Hi Gena, could you please email us and one of our team will get back to you very quickly.
Many thanks, Mark.
Blue Dive, Port Douglas.
DaveandKimB
Goodyear, Arizona, United States23 contributions
I was wondering if it is better to pre book? Are prices better if you are there? We are only snorkelers, Are there and overnight trips you recommend?
Thanks
BlueDivePortDouglas
Brisbane, Australia121 contributions
Hi Dave, it’s better to book in advance, especially if you would like very special privately guided snorkelling trips with Blue Dive. Prices are the same but things do book up at busy times of the year.
Best wishes. Blue Dive...please do email us...
Tamra L
Orchards, WA6 contributions
Can you provide more information on the snorkeling experience? My son and I want to go out together and my son will dive, but I will only snorkel. Thank you
Naomi J
2 contributions
Hi,
We both dived but there were many people snorkeling close by. You will be able to snorkel and dive from the same boat. Blue Dive are extremely accommodating. I hope this helps. Have a great time :)
Donald M
Galway, Ireland4 contributions
Hello, my wife, son 37 yo, and I will be in port Douglas solely to dive on days of Feb 10 and 11. We all have 50+ dives. Can you accommodate us? If so how many dives per day, how many divers on boat? We would like to rent gear. What is cost for gear and dives? I look forward to hearing from you, thanks
Don McKean
FortyCreek
Burlington, Canada51 contributions
Hello - I think you emailed me instead of the dive operator.
Dave
Kunal S
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India1 contribution
Hi, I am looking to scuba dive in PD in the first week of February . I read about the Blue dive and i am interested but wanted to know that how many people will be onboard as a group ? i do know that they have personal guides but on the boat how many people will be with us and also if they have their own boat ? One more thing, does their boat have glass bottom for us to see the marine life?
BlueDivePortDouglas
Brisbane, Australia121 contributions
Hi Rui, thanks for your question.
At Blue Dive we travel on the excellent dive boats Poseidon and AquaQuest.
They are both excellently run dive boats that, crucially, have their own licenced moorings on the best reefs, like the wonderful Barracuda Bommie or The Nursery, which teems with life.
Other operators do not have access to these sites, that’s why we prefer not use them as we want to take our divers to the best reefs.
Our privately guided tours hitch a lift on these excellent boats but then we do our own dive routes, the best of all worlds.
So yes Rui, we very often do longer dives and certainly you will have a great day. Please look at our reviews from customers.
Please feel free to ask further questions or email us.
Best wishes from Blue Dive.
John C
Minato, Japan11 contributions
Greetings!
I'm a recently certified diver looking to plan a trip next year, primarily for diving. Can you offer any insight into the best times of year to dive at the reef and surrounding areas? Much appreciated!
jyliu_co
Melbourne43 contributions
Sorry just saw this. Doesn't really matter regarding scuba diving. However Port Douglas does have jelly fish from late Nov to April.
abiganda
Makati, Philippines
Hello! Can you give me a quote for two people last week of September? Thank you!
BlueDivePortDouglas
Brisbane, Australia121 contributions
Yes sure, are you qualified or unqualified divers?