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Explore a wide range of guided scuba diving tours in Sydney — from exciting boat dives to relaxed shore dives — all bookable in real time right here on our Sydney Dive Calendar.

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Friday, August 1, 2025

Shore Dive
Leap to Steps Drift Dive 10:00 AM

A thrilling drift dive for confident divers, navigating the vibrant underwater topography from the Leap to the Steps at Kurnell. Expect sharks, dragons, and an unforgettable current-powered experience. Depth ranges from 18m to 22m.

Likely Sightings: Blue Groper Weedy Sea Dragon Wobbegong Shark Bull Ray

Saturday, August 2, 2025

Course
Divemaster Course – Full Time 8:00 AM

Start your pro journey with our full-time Divemaster program. Build leadership skills, assist instructors, and become the diver everyone looks up to.

Course
Underwater Navigator Course 8:00 AM

Sharpen your underwater navigation skills and master compass techniques that let you lead dives with confidence.

Shore Dive
The Steps Shore Dive 10:00 AM

One of Sydney’s best critter dives! Drift along rocky ledges at 15m while spotting sea dragons, gropers, and more.

Likely Sightings: Weedy Sea Dragon Blue Groper Wobbegong Shark

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Cancelled Boat Dive?
Use that freed-up time to level up your diving! Join the Avelo Dive Course and experience what it feels like to fly underwater — like Superman with gills.
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Sunday, August 3, 2025

Course
Avelo Dive Course 8:00 AM

Experience the future of diving. Avelo lets you fly underwater with a revolutionary buoyancy system that’s lighter, simpler, and more streamlined than traditional gear.

Numbers are strictly limited — don’t miss your chance!

Shore Dive
Bare Island Shore Dive 10:00 AM

An easy-entry dive packed with colour! Discover sponge gardens, pygmy pipehorses, and shy weedy sea dragons hiding among the reefs at Bare Island (12–18m).

Likely Sightings: Weedy Sea Dragon Octopus Blue Groper Port Jackson Shark

Friday, August 8, 2025

Shore Dive
Voodoo Shore Dive 10:00 AM

Dive into a dramatic underwater world at Voodoo, where swirls of schooling fish weave through towering rocky terrain. During whale season, there's even a chance to hear or see humpbacks cruising nearby! Depths around 18m.

Likely Sightings: Blue Groper Port Jackson Shark Wobbegong Shark Whale

Saturday, August 9, 2025

Course
PADI Freediver Course 8:00 AM

Master breath-hold diving and unlock the freedom of exploring underwater without scuba. This course builds confidence, technique, and relaxation beneath the surface.

Fully Booked
Seal Dive
Single Seal Dive – Martin Island 9:00 AM

A playful experience among curious fur seals at Martin Island. Keep an eye out for whales breaching and bull rays gliding below!

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Shore Dive
Voodoo Shore Dive 10:00 AM

Experience the drama of Voodoo's rocky terrain, where surge-swept ledges and deep cracks hide Wobbegongs and Port Jacksons—and in season, whales pass just offshore!

Likely Sightings: Wobbegong Shark Port Jackson Shark Blue Groper Whale

Seal Dive
Scuba Dive with the Seals – Martin Island 11:00 AM

Get up close with the colony at Martin Island. These agile seals will zip around you while whales breach offshore and bull rays cruise the reef below.

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Sunday, August 10, 2025

Seal
Freedive and Snorkelling with Seals 9:00 AM

An unforgettable adventure! Snorkel or freedive alongside playful Australian fur seals at Martin Island. These curious creatures create a truly interactive wildlife encounter.

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Shore Dive
Oak Park – Cronulla Shore Dive 10:00 AM

A diver favourite! Explore the sprawling reef at Oak Park, rich with overhangs, gutters and swim-throughs. Gentle depths and curious blue gropers make this a perfect shore adventure.

Likely Sightings: Blue Groper Port Jackson Shark Octopus Turtle

Seal Dive
Scuba Dive with the Seals – Martin Island 11:00 AM

Experience the unforgettable thrill of scuba diving with seals. Martin Island’s resident bachelor colony delivers playful encounters in crystal-clear waters surrounded by marine life.

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

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PADI Freediving Course
Starts Sept 20

Want to hold your breath longer and dive deeper? Join our next PADI Freediving Course and discover a new world beneath the surface.

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Friday, August 15, 2025

Shore Dive
Sutherland Point – Shore Dive 10:00 AM

This relaxing dive at Sutherland Point features an easy shore entry with excellent visibility. Explore lush kelp beds and spot the elusive weedy sea dragons gliding through the shallows (max depth 14m).

Likely Sightings: Weedy Sea Dragon Octopus Blue Groper

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Marine Marvel
Marine Marvels – Port Jackson Shark Dive 9:00 AM

Meet the spiky-nosed Port Jackson Shark in its natural habitat on this biologically rich shore dive, led by a marine biologist. A fascinating glimpse into the life of these seasonal visitors.

Numbers are strictly limited, and these special dives book out quickly — don’t miss your chance!

Likely Sightings: Port Jackson Shark Octopus Weedy Sea Dragon

Seal Dive
Scuba Dive with the Seals – Martin Island 9:00 AM

Get up close with curious fur seals at Martin Island. This vibrant boat dive is full of playful interaction, potential whale sightings, and graceful bull rays gliding by!

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Shore Dive
Leap to Steps – Drift Dive 10:00 AM

Ride the current along a breathtaking wall at Kurnell. Encounter weedy sea dragons, blue gropers, and bull rays on this exhilarating drift from the Leap to the Steps (18–22m).

Likely Sightings: Bull Ray Blue Groper Weedy Sea Dragon

Seal Snorkel
Freedive & Snorkel with Seals 12:30 PM

Snorkel or freedive alongside playful Australian fur seals in this unforgettable wildlife encounter! Watch them twist, twirl, and show off just metres away.

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Sunday, August 17, 2025

Seal Dive
Single Seal Dive – Martin Island 9:00 AM

Join a thrilling single seal dive at Martin Island, where curious fur seals play and glide around you in crystal-clear waters. A marine encounter like no other!

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Shore Dive
The Steps Shore Dive 10:00 AM

Wander through the kelp beds and spot elusive weedy sea dragons, colourful nudibranchs, and octopuses hiding among the reef at The Steps (15m).

Likely Sightings: Sea Dragon Octopus Blue Groper Port Jackson Shark

Seal Dive
Scuba Dive with the Seals – Martin Island 11:00 AM

Get up close and playful with the resident seal colony at Martin Island. With whales and bull rays frequently passing by, this is an unforgettable marine experience!

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Monday, August 18, 2025

Course
Scientific Diver Course – AHCLPW307 8:00 AM

Learn to perform restricted diving for scientific purposes under the national unit AHCLPW307. Ideal for those working or volunteering in marine conservation, research, or ecological monitoring.

Friday, August 22, 2025

Seal Dive
Scuba Dive with the Seals – Martin Island 11:00 AM

Dive into the playful world of fur seals at Martin Island. Whales and bull rays often make surprise appearances, adding excitement to this unforgettable boat dive!

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Saturday, August 23, 2025

Course
Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver Course 8:00 AM

Learn how to extend your bottom time and reduce surface intervals with our popular PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Course. Perfect for those wanting to dive longer and safer.

Course
PADI Mermaid Course 8:00 AM

Unleash your inner mermaid! This fun and accessible course blends breath-hold skills, water confidence, and underwater grace to create a magical mermaiding experience.

Course
PADI Advanced Open Water Course 8:00 AM

Build your skills and confidence with five adventure dives including deep and navigation dives. Expand your scuba horizons with this exciting next step in diving.

Fully Booked
Course
Refresher Course (PADI Reactivate) 8:00 AM

Haven't been diving in a while? Regain your confidence and skills with our fun and flexible refresher course to get you safely back underwater.

Shore Dive
Oak Park Shore Dive – Cronulla 10:00 AM

Glide over seagrass beds and sponge gardens at Oak Park. Look for friendly blue gropers and slow-moving turtles while exploring this scenic 10m shore site.

Likely Sightings: Blue Groper Port Jackson Shark Turtle

Seal Dive
Scuba Dive with the Seals – Martin Island 10:00 AM

Immerse yourself in one of Sydney's top marine encounters. Dive alongside playful seals, watch for whales, and glide past bull rays around Martin Island.

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Sunday, August 24, 2025

Marine Marvel
Meet Giant Cuttlefish – Marine Marvels Dive 9:00 AM

Marvel at the colour-changing cuttlefish with our marine biologist guide. A spectacular and curious creature!

Numbers are strictly limited and these special dives book out quickly — don’t miss your chance!

Likely Sightings: Cuttlefish Weedy Sea Dragon Octopus

Shore Dive
Voodoo – Shore Dive 10:00 AM

Explore Voodoo’s craggy reef structure and surge channels. Ideal for experienced divers looking for thrilling marine action (18m).

Likely Sightings: Wobbegong Shark Blue Groper Port Jackson Shark

Seal Dive
Scuba Dive with the Seals – Martin Island 10:00 AM

Immerse yourself in one of Sydney's top marine encounters. Dive alongside playful seals, watch for whales, and glide past bull rays around Martin Island.

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Bull Ray

Monday, August 25, 2025

Social
Trivia Night at the Newtown Hotel 6:15 PM

Join the Abyss crew for a fun-filled trivia night at the Newtown Hotel. Great food, cold drinks, and plenty of laughs guaranteed!

Friday, August 29, 2025

Shore Dive
Leap to Steps Drift Dive 10:00 AM

Ride the surge through one of Sydney’s best drift dives. This Kurnell classic boasts sponge walls, eagle rays, and a thrilling current (18–22m).

Likely Sightings: Weedy Sea Dragon Blue Groper Port Jackson Shark

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Step Up Your Dive Skills
Rescue Diver Starts Sept 13

Become the diver everyone relies on. Build confidence and learn to manage dive emergencies with our upcoming PADI Rescue Diver Course.

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Saturday, August 30, 2025

Trip
Montague Island Seal Diving Weekend TRIP 7:00 AM

Escape for a full weekend of diving at the iconic Montague Island. Dive with playful seals, spot migrating whales, and maybe even an oceanic grey nurse shark or two!

Likely Sightings: Seal Whale Shark

Course
Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver Course 8:00 AM

Get more out of every dive. Learn how to safely dive with Nitrox for extended bottom times and shorter surface intervals.

Course
Deep Diver Course 8:00 AM

Explore deeper dive sites with confidence. This course prepares you for dives between 18–40m, expanding your skills and safety awareness in the deep zone.

Boat Dive
Magic Point – Shark Dive 8:00 AM

Sydney’s most popular shark dive. Dive with grey nurse sharks along the rocky ledges of Magic Point (15–24m). This dive frequently books out in advance — reserve early to secure your place.

Likely Sightings: Shark Wobbegong

Shore Dive
Sutherland Point – Easy Shore Dive 10:00 AM

This shallow dive (14m) offers an easy entry and a magical chance to spot weedy sea dragons weaving through the kelp beds.

Likely Sightings: Weedy Sea Dragon

Boat Dive
Bypass Reef – Wall Dive 12:00 PM

Discover dramatic drop-offs outside Botany Bay at this advanced double boat dive reaching 30m. Perfect for photographers and sponge lovers alike.

Sunday, August 31, 2025

Boat Dive
Wanderers Reef – Deep Boat Dive 8:00 AM

Explore the depths at Wanderers Reef (40m), a site rich with sponge life and vibrant overhangs perfect for seasoned divers seeking a challenge.

Shore Dive
Bare Island Shore Dive 10:00 AM

An easy and colourful dive (12–18m) with sponge gardens, elusive sea dragons, and playful blue gropers waiting to be discovered.

Likely Sightings: Sea Dragon Blue Groper Port Jackson Shark

Monday, September 1, 2025

Trip
Komodo 7-Night Liveaboard Dive Trip  TRIP 7:00 AM

Journey to Komodo’s world-class dive sites. From manta rays to vibrant coral walls and thrilling currents—this adventure has it all.

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Coming Soon: Shark Diving for Divers & Non-Divers

Mark your calendar for September 27 — our most thrilling shark dives of the year begin!

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How to Use This Calendar Page

Diving in Sydney is nothing short of an extraordinary range of dive sites. From vibrant reefs teeming with marine life to dramatic drop-offs and curious creatures like weedy sea dragons and Port Jackson sharks, there's always something magical beneath the surface. With over 50 scuba diving experiences offered each month, the opportunities to explore Sydney’s underwater world are endless – whether you’re keen for a quick shore dive, an exciting boat trip, or a specialty dive adventure.

To help you make the most of these experiences, we’ve made planning your dives easy with our powerful, real-time Scuba Diving Calendar, with our range of guided scuba dives and dive courses. Here's how to get started:

The Dive Booking Calendar is your live guide to every upcoming dive opportunity. Use it to:

  • See real-time availability – only dives with open slots appear.
  • Book instantly – click "Book" next to any listing to secure your spot.
  • Filter by dive type – select from shore dives, boat dives, marine marvels, and more.
  • Use the date search – plan dives around your schedule.
  • Get dive-specific info – depth, marine life, gear requirements, and certification level are all included in the listing.

Want to dive today? The calendar supports same-day bookings for many dives – just check availability and jump in!

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