Whether purpose-sunk as an artificial reef for scuba divers, or lost as the result of an accident, wrecks are fascinating windows to the past. Ships, airplanes and even cars are fascinating to explore and usually teem with aquatic life.

Each wreck dive offers a chance for discovery, potentially unlocking a mystery or spying something others have missed. The Wreck Diver course offers rewarding adventures while observing responsible wreck diving practices.

On this course, you will be diving the former HMAS Brisbane warship, which is a unique conservation park and artificial reef that lies in 28m of water, 9kms off the coast of Mooloolaba.

COURSE DETAILS

The Wreck:

• 133m (7 cricket pitches) long
• 14.35m wide
• 24m (8 stories) high

Depth:

• Top of the smoke stack – 5m
• Upper decks – 15 to 18m
• Bottom – 28m

Prerequisites: 

• Be at least 15 years of age 
• Hold your Advanced Open Water or Deep Diver Certification

There are many different types of wrecks, some of which are protected by laws that guard their historical and cultural significance. Your training starts by reviewing guidelines for researching and respecting wrecks. During your course you’ll learn: 

• Safety considerations for navigating and exploring wrecks 
• Surveying and mapping a wreck 
• Using penetration lines and reels to guide exploration 
• Techniques to avoid kicking up silt or disturbing the wreck and its inhabitants 

Included: 

• Wreck Diver Digital Materials
• Wreck Diver Certification
• 4 x Boat Dives on the exHMAS Brisbane 
• Tanks & Weights 

Not Included/Required: 

• Transport 
• Scuba Equipment (BCD, Regulators, Computer, Wetsuit) – can be hired at an additional cost 
• Dive Torch - can be hired at an additional cost (excl. batteries) or purchased in advance in-store 
• 30 metre (minimum) finger spool or reel* 
• Dive gloves* 
• Dive slate/underwater notebook & pencil* 
• Personal Snorkelling Equipment (Mask, Snorkel, Open-Heeled Fins & Boots)
• Swimwear & Towel
• Lunch
• Water & Snacks 

*Items can be purchased in advance in-store

COURSE MUST MEET MINIMUM NUMBERS TO RUN