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Ages 10+
A$ 310
Lord Howe Island Scuba Diving: Refresh Your Skills with Our Scuba Diving Refresher Course
Schedule in-water practice with a dive professional and receive a new card that recognises your new “ReActivated” date. You will learn how to:
- Assemble a SCUBA unit
- Handle common problems
- Perform basic skills with ease
If it hasn’t been long since you were last diving, you may opt for a quick refresher instead of the ReActivate SCUBA Refresher Course.
The quick refresher option does not include in-water skill practice prior to the open water dive and is not recommended for divers who have not dived for some time.
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- Independent online study (approximately 2 – 3hrs)
- Minimum age of 10 years
- PADI SCUBA Diver certification or proof of entry level certification from another training organisation with 4 open water dives
- Parent or guardian permission is required for all students under 18 years
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- eLearning access
- Tuition
- Confined water training
- Open water dive
- Certification
- Water
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- Gear Hire – $50 – Includes Wetsuit, BCD, Regs, Tank, Weights, Computer, Mask, Snorkel Fins. If diving with your own gear, tank and weights will be provided.
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- Swimwear
- Towel from your lodge
- Water
- Reef safe sun protection
- Dive certification card or proof
- Sea sickness medicine that agrees with you if you are prone to seasickness on the open ocean
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You can book your diving online or contact us on 02 6563 2253. Please visit our Terms & Conditions page for further information on booking policies.
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Yes, as we do only take small groups of divers it is recommended to pre-book all dive packages prior to arrival to avoid disappointment.
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Dive Lord Howe has a variety of sites surrounding the Lord Howe Island Group which are picked based on their suitability in the prevailing circumstances and conditions. To learn more about the dive sites of Lord Howe Island click here.
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If you haven’t dived within a few months we recommend you completing a quick refresher dive that can be completed here on the Island or at a dive centre before you come.
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At Dive Lord Howe, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and accommodates individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, ensuring everyone can experience the beauty of Lord Howe Island’s underwater world. Contact us for more information on how we can meet your needs.
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Anytime from September – May, with December – March being our peak time.
Note: Dive Lord Howe is closed from the 1st June – 31st August. This is due to our SCUBA equipment requiring annual servicing and testing off island. The weather during these months is also less stable / predictable, limiting our diving options.
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The water clarity during the summer months ranges between 25 to beyond 40 metres. During the cooler months the visibility can range from 10-20 metres.
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In the summer months the water temperature can range from 22-26°C Cooler months can get as low as 18°C
Note: A 5mm westuit is suitable all year round, during the cooler months a hood and/or vest is recommended for those who feel the cold. These items are available from Dive Lord Howe.
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Please check our cancellation policy here. Travel insurance is always recommended when travelling to Lord Howe Island.
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Pushbike is the main form of transport on the Island however complimentary bus services are available in the evenings to transport you to and from the restaurants.
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SmartLynx fly from Sydney. Please visit their website here to view the latest schedules.
Eastern Air Services also flies from Port Macquarie, Newcastle and the Gold Coast. For more information, click on their website here.
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The dive shop is located along the foreshore of the Lagoon within easy walking and riding distance of most lodges on the Island. Your chosen accommodation will direct you to the location of Dive Lord Howe and the location of other operators during your arrival tour of the Island.
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There are 18 family owned guest lodges on Island from luxury units to modest self contained apartments.
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Yes, there are numerous hot spots around the island, charged per MB. For reliable internet connection, you can access the Public Internet service provided by Thornleigh Farm.
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We have a number of restaurants on the Island from fine dining to your casual cafe. Meals are also available on selected nights at the Bowling Club and Golf Club.
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Activities other than diving include Turtle Tours, Snorkel Tours, North Bay Trips, Around Island Cruises, Mount Gower Treks and Fishing. For more information on these trips check out Marine Adventures and Environmental Tours.
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All customers participating in diving activities must complete the standard PADI release forms issued by Dive Lord Howe.
By booking online, you acknowledge and accept the following Terms and Conditions:
Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the scheduled activity are eligible for a 50% refund of the total booking amount.
Cancellations made within 14 days of the booking are non-refundable.
PADI tuition fees will be fully refunded only if your PADI eLearning has not been redeemed.
In the event you cancel your scheduled dives, store credit may be offered at the discretion of Dive Lord Howe for use on future diving, snorkelling, or equipment hire.
Date changes are permitted free of charge, subject to availability and weather conditions, and at the discretion of Dive Lord Howe.
Dive Lord Howe reserves the right to change pricing or payment terms at any time prior to a confirmed booking.
In the event a vessel is unavailable or weather conditions are unsuitable for boating activities, alternate arrangements will be offered.
If diving is cancelled due to inclement weather, guests will be offered either a store credit or a refund.
Insurance claim letters are available upon request.We strongly recommend taking out comprehensive travel insurance.