Pro Dive Magnetic Island
Pro Dive Magnetic Island
Pro Dive Magnetic Island
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Welcome to Magnetic Island’s premier dive operation, we are the only dive shop on the Island with a boat, offering the full diving experience! As a small locally owned and operated dive store, we pride ourselves on offering a professional but personalised service. Our products include snorkel and dive tours to Great Barrier Reef and SS Yongala as well as offering diver training from beginner to professional level. Come and visit our Island store or join us for a boat trip to one of our world-class destinations. We hope to see you soon!
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Ashley Good
Noosa North Shore, Australia33 contributions
Apr 2021
They bend over backwards to accommodate their clients and Jo (the owner) makes (great and sensible!) decisions based on weather conditions to ensure their clients have the best experience possible. Gemma is an epic instructor who worked tirelessly, patiently, and with good humour to help my 13-year-old daughter through her ear problems and general stress and anxiety about diving. I don't think my daughter would have made it through the course without Gemma's patience and empathy/ Their love for what they do is so apparent, and their care and knowledge about the reef helps elevate the experience and increase consciousness. They are about to launch a new boat and add new services and we will fly back just to dive with them again. They also have a new intern at the moment, Emma, who adds so much fun, thoughtfulness and enthusiasm into the group that it's worth planning your trip for the next few months just to enjoy Gemma and Emma together.
Written 10 April 2021
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Sharon B
Sydney, Australia8 contributions
July 2022 • Friends
We had a trip out to the Great Barrier Reef with Prodive Magnetic Island on Friday 9/7/2022 with a group of divers and snorkel participants .
Before hand we had emailed Prodive a few times and their communication had good advice , was helpful and timely.
The crew were friendly, attentive and informative.
The boat left on time and the crew were personal, making sure they knew our needs and skill level. They fed us with fruit, wraps ,snacks and lollies which tasted great out on the ocean.
We had two times to have a snorkels/dive - the first was alright but the second dive/snorkel at Keepers Reef was really pretty. Lots of sea life and what you would expect the barrier reef to be. We saw a reef shark and turtle , lots of amazing fish and colourful coral. We snorkelled and could see clearly see everything we needed in the one metre water above the reef.
Be aware that it take 3 hours to go out to the reef and 2 and a half hours to return so a long time in the boat . I would suggest taking a couple of beach towels to stay warmer in winter and your own ‘keep cup ‘ as suggested.
I would highly recommend this business and the crew. They had it all down pat and it was thoroughly enjoyable . A great day out and well spent money . Thank you
Before hand we had emailed Prodive a few times and their communication had good advice , was helpful and timely.
The crew were friendly, attentive and informative.
The boat left on time and the crew were personal, making sure they knew our needs and skill level. They fed us with fruit, wraps ,snacks and lollies which tasted great out on the ocean.
We had two times to have a snorkels/dive - the first was alright but the second dive/snorkel at Keepers Reef was really pretty. Lots of sea life and what you would expect the barrier reef to be. We saw a reef shark and turtle , lots of amazing fish and colourful coral. We snorkelled and could see clearly see everything we needed in the one metre water above the reef.
Be aware that it take 3 hours to go out to the reef and 2 and a half hours to return so a long time in the boat . I would suggest taking a couple of beach towels to stay warmer in winter and your own ‘keep cup ‘ as suggested.
I would highly recommend this business and the crew. They had it all down pat and it was thoroughly enjoyable . A great day out and well spent money . Thank you
Written 14 July 2022
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Mariusz S
Baulkham Hills, Australia310 contributions
Jan 2023
We have had a good experience with this dive centre. Used it for our one day dive trip to Museum of Underwater Art at GBR. The diving museum is small and will take you no longer then 10-15 minutes but the John Brewer Reef is next to it and you will end up diving there for your two dives. We also hired some stinger suits there to do some snorkelling around Magnetic Island.
Overall we had a good experience and a good day of diving. The crew was professional and looked after us well. We had two dive masters with us on the dive. The great weather helped a lot as you need to be aware that the trip is at least two hours one way on a boat. There is enough space on it and it has got a marine toilet which helps a lot. I can imagine however that in more rough conditions that trip can be uncomfortable.
Overall, I would recommend it to do that trip once you are on the island itself, not worth going specifically for it, but if you are there then it can be a great day out.
If you can combine it with Yongala wreck then it would be even better experience
Overall we had a good experience and a good day of diving. The crew was professional and looked after us well. We had two dive masters with us on the dive. The great weather helped a lot as you need to be aware that the trip is at least two hours one way on a boat. There is enough space on it and it has got a marine toilet which helps a lot. I can imagine however that in more rough conditions that trip can be uncomfortable.
Overall, I would recommend it to do that trip once you are on the island itself, not worth going specifically for it, but if you are there then it can be a great day out.
If you can combine it with Yongala wreck then it would be even better experience
Written 15 January 2023
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April Howe
7 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
My boyfriend and I did our open water certificate with Gemma and her interns Nat and Caleb. They are a fantastic team! We learned so much and had so much fun at the same time. I would highly recommend Pro dive as a company too, they are very professional but also make you feel at home and relaxed.
Thank you so much for our amazing magnetic island experience!
Thank you so much for our amazing magnetic island experience!
Written 15 November 2021
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Duncan
1 contribution
Mar 2023
I recently completed an open water diver course here, with instructor Gemma Holland. Gemma is very good at what she does, the best dive instructor you could ever ask for. Friendly, knowledgable, professional and thorough, which makes it easy to be confident in yourself and have a great time. Looking forward to diving in with them again :)
Written 14 March 2023
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Em K
1 contribution
Nov 2022 • Solo
Did the open water certification with prodive magnetic island. It was GREAT! Gemma and Jenna were both knowledgeable and everything you’d want to guide you through the introduction to scuba this course offers. They were cheerful, positive, clear and helpful. We felt supported every step of the way, which helped us be confident throughout as we quickly trusted their instruction and assistance. If you’re not sure, give them a ring to discuss, they’ll sort you out. Can’t wait to get back in the water! Thanks ladies.
Written 20 November 2022
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Graeme Reid
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Couples
Wonderful experience. I was looking forward to the diving itself, not so much the learning involved during certification. However Marita (our dive instructor) turned out to be a gem. Although she was all about safety, it was fun, personal, caring and just tough enough to make sure the real important points were hammered home. Thank you to Marita, James, Nick, Jo and Johnno. We will be returning to do further courses.
Written 18 February 2020
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M C
21 contributions
July 2023
Got my Open Water Diver certificate with them, such a great experience! Gemma, the instructor, and Jack were amazing. They are a professional and friendly team, making the course really easy to follow and enjoyable. You could tell they are passionate about their job. Would recommend 100%!
Written 4 July 2023
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Sophie P
1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Family
Would absolutely recommend Gemma and the team at Pro Dive Magnetic for the Open Water Course! Such a fun and friendly attitude and incredible instruction and training. We felt very comfortable and confident during and after the course. Can’t wait to dive with them again!
Written 7 April 2024
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Brady O
2 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Completed my open water cert here. Awesome shop, glad we went with pro dive magnetic as our course provider, Gemma Holland is an excellent teacher, her confidence and focus on safety made for an anxiety free experience. Will definitely be returning for next courses and feel lucky to have such a great shop so close.
Written 13 March 2023
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