Double Dive to South Solitary Island Coffs Harbour
Overview
You will be amazed the variety of Marine life! A mixture of fish from the tropics and sub-tropical varieties as well. At the Solitary Islands Marine Park the water is usually much cleaner and warmer because of the East Australian Current. The Solitary Islands Marine Park is in a sanctuary zone, and is teeming with life! Join us for a double-dive, and see what there is to see at the Solitary Islands Marine Park!
What's Included
- Tea and coffee We have hot water on board for Tea, Coffee, and Cup-A-Soups (Vegetarian options available)
- Snacks
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
Meeting Location
398 Harbour Drive
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
FOR CERTIFIED SCUBA DIVERS ONLY - We require proof of certification.
Two Scuba Dives at the South Solitary Islands off of one of our dive boats.
We head out to South Solitary Island on one of our world class dive boats! It's a 30 minute boat trip, and once we arrive at South Solitary we choose the dive site with the best conditions to drop you in!
Dives are guided with a Divemaster, in small groups suitable for your experience level.
After the first dive we will serve up some tea, coffee, cup-a-soups, and snacks during a 1 hour surface interval. After this, you'll drop in for your second dive.
After the second dive we head back into shore and the trip concludes.
This price includes Tanks and Weights hire! Any other equipment required (such as BCD, Regs, Mask, Snorkel Fins, and Wetsuit) You will have to organize this with us individually.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Scuba Diving requires you to be a certified diver and physically and medically fit.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- MUST BE A CERTIFIED SCUBA DIVER
- Must provide SCUBA Diver certificate proof
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-319591P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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Participants in the Double Dive to South Solitary Island Coffs Harbour cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. We have hot water on board for Tea, Coffee, and Cup-A-Soups (Vegetarian options available).
- Snacks.
- Use of SCUBA equipment.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 10..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Double Dive to South Solitary Island Coffs Harbour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Scuba Diving requires you to be a certified diver and physically and medically fit.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Double Dive to South Solitary Island Coffs Harbour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeWe have hot water on board for Tea, Coffee, and Cup-A-Soups (Vegetarian options available)
- Snacks
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Scuba Diving requires you to be a certified diver and physically and medically fit.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- MUST BE A CERTIFIED SCUBA DIVER
- Must provide SCUBA Diver certificate proof
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
