Introductory Scuba Diving with the Turtles at Cook Island

• Allow approximately 6-7 hours for the complete experience
• The guided dive is normally approximately 30–45 minutes, depending on conditions and individual air consumption
• Cook Island is approximately 20 minutes from the launch site by boat
• Check-in and departure times vary according to tides and ocean conditions
• Your confirmed check-in time will be provided before the activity

This activity is subject to weather, tides, swell, currents, visibility, safe ocean conditions and minimum participant numbers. The operator may reschedule or cancel the activity when conditions are unsuitable. Wildlife encounters cannot be guaranteed.

• Minimum age: 12 years
• No previous scuba diving experience or certification is required
• Participants must be comfortable in the water
• Participants under 18 require consent from a parent or legal guardian and must be accompanied by an adult
• All participants must complete the required registration forms, liability release and medical questionnaire
• Certain medical conditions or questionnaire responses may require medical clearance before diving
• This activity is not suitable during pregnancy
• Participants must not fly within 24 hours after diving
• This activity is not suitable during pregnancy
• Participants under 18 require consent from a parent or legal guardian and must be accompanied by an adult

• More than 48 hours before the activity: Rescheduling is available at no charge, subject to availability
• Within 48 hours, late arrivals and no-shows: The booking is forfeited and is not eligible for a refund or rebooking
• If the operator cancels because of unsafe conditions, customers will be offered an alternative date or the remedy applicable under their booking terms

Rain alone does not normally result in cancellation. The operator makes the final decision based on weather, tides, swell, currents, visibility and safe boating and diving conditions.

Wear swimwear underneath comfortable clothing. Bring a towel, sunscreen, hat, reusable water bottle and warm clothing for after the dive.

Check-in is at Gold Coast Dive Centre & Marine Training College, 2/54–56 Paradise Avenue, Miami QLD 4220. Return transport is provided from the dive centre to the Tweed Heads launch site. The boat departs from the Public Jetty, 1A Minjungbal Drive, Tweed Heads South NSW 2486.