Boat Dives
Explore Sydney's reefs, wrecks, caves and swim-throughs aboard Abyss Scuba Diving's custom dive boat. Choose from recreational, advanced, technical and seal dives, with each live listing showing the scheduled site, depth and experience level.
Most daytime recreational trips are double dives. Check the individual listing, bring the required tanks and equipment, or add the rental gear you need when booking.
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Live Sydney boat dives for certified divers
Sydney Boat Dives
Explore offshore reefs, wrecks, caves, swim-throughs and marine-life sites with Abyss Scuba Diving. The live schedule includes recreational, advanced, technical and seal dives, so choose a listing that matches your certification and recent experience.
How to book: Choose a suitable available dive above, check its depth and requirements, then use the Add to Cart button for that date.
Choose a boat dive that suits you
- Recreational reefs and wrecks: Check the individual listing for its depth, certification and experience requirements.
- Dives beyond 18 metres: Advanced Open Water certification is required.
- Deep technical wrecks: Technical certification and suitable experience are required for dives beyond recreational limits.
- Seal and wildlife dives: Check the listed departure point, schedule and any trip-specific requirements before booking.
What to expect from the boat
- An experienced skipper and Divemaster on the scheduled trip
- A stable 12.5 m aluminium dive vessel built for Sydney's offshore conditions
- An open deck for gearing up, dual ladders for boarding and dry undercover seating
- Hot showers and an onboard toilet for added comfort
- A site and safety briefing, with the final dive plan based on conditions
How your boat-dive booking works
Choose the right listing
Review the site, depth, start time, certification requirement and departure details shown with the available date.
Review tanks and gear
The booking popup selects the standard double-dive option and two tanks. Review the selections and adjust them if your listing requires something different.
Arrive ready to dive
Bring proof of certification and all required equipment. Follow the meeting and arrival instructions in your booking confirmation.
Before you book
- You must be at least Open Water certified and show proof of certification on arrival.
- If you have fewer than 20 logged dives, you must have dived within the last 12 months.
- Dives deeper than 18 metres require Advanced Open Water certification; technical dives require the qualification and experience stated in the listing.
- You must be medically fit to dive and able to sign the required liability waiver.
- Bring an SMB and an audible signalling device, plus the equipment required for the scheduled dive.
- Plan to arrive 30–45 minutes before departure unless your booking confirmation gives a different meeting time.
- The scheduled site or dive plan may change when weather, sea conditions or safety considerations require it.
New to boat diving or returning after a break?
Start with a recreational listing that suits your current certification, depth experience and confidence. If you are unsure which date is appropriate, read the Sydney boat-diving guide or ask the Abyss dive team before booking.
If your skills feel rusty, complete a Scuba Refresher course before joining an offshore dive.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book a boat dive without a buddy?
Yes. Divers may book individually, and the Divemaster can help arrange suitable buddy teams. Final pairing depends on certification, experience and the planned dive.
How many tanks do I need?
Most daytime recreational outings are double dives, so most divers need two tanks. Night, technical and other specialised listings may differ; check the individual dive before finalising your order.
Are tanks and rental equipment included?
Bring your own tanks and equipment or add what you need during booking. Inclusions can vary, so review the individual listing and the selections in the booking popup before checkout.
Can the scheduled dive site change?
Yes. Sydney boat diving depends on weather and sea conditions. The skipper may change the site or dive plan when required for safety and suitability.
What if I am not sure whether I meet the requirements?
Check the certification and depth information in the listing, then contact Abyss before booking if your experience, recency or qualification is unclear.
Booking, cancellation and gear-hire terms
Please read before booking: Boat places are limited and held for the booked diver. The cancellation and transfer conditions below apply to late changes, late arrivals, missed departures and no-shows.
Open the cancellation, transfer, weather and rental terms
Customer cancellations and refunds
- More than 3 days before the dive: You may cancel and receive a refund, less a $25 administration fee.
- Within 3 days of the dive: No refund is available.
- No-show, late arrival or missed departure: No refund or credit is available, and rebooking is at full cost.
- Medical or fitness issues: If a temporary or permanent medical condition prevents participation, the same cancellation terms apply.
Date transfers and booking changes
- One free date transfer is permitted when requested more than 3 days before the dive.
- Subsequent date changes, or any transfer requested within 3 days of the dive, incur a $100 rebooking fee.
- The booking may be transferred to another certified diver at any time for a $100 rebooking fee. The replacement diver must meet the certification, experience and medical requirements for the scheduled dive.
- If you choose not to complete one or more scheduled dives, or cannot complete them during the scheduled trip, the unused dive or dives are forfeited and no refund or credit is available.
If Abyss cancels due to weather or safety
If Abyss Scuba Diving cancels the boat dive because conditions are unsafe, including weather or sea conditions, you may transfer your booking to another available date within 12 months. Any difference in price at the time of rebooking will apply.
Gear-hire cancellation policy
Rental gear must be booked in advance and collected before the dive briefing.
- More than 48 hours before pickup: Refund available less 20% of the hire fee, with a minimum charge of $10.
- 48 to 24 hours before pickup: 50% of the hire fee is retained.
- Less than 24 hours before pickup or no-show: 100% of the hire fee is retained.
- Early return or unused rental gear is non-refundable.
- Divers are responsible for correct fitting, safe use and care of all hired equipment. Lost or damaged items will be charged at repair or replacement cost.
By booking a boat dive with Abyss Scuba Diving, you agree to these conditions. View the full local dive terms and conditions.
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