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Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme

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Have you ever wanted to see sharks up close? You can now have a close encounter with endangered Grey Nurse Sharks on a shark dive at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and no experience is necessary! In a safe environment, you will receive scuba training before your dive into the 1.5 million litre oceanarium. After the pool session, your guide will give you a 30 minute tour of the shark tunnels to see these fascinating creatures in their environment. The Grey Nurse Sharks range from 1-3 metres and are free to swim around you in the oceanarium. There are no cages to separate you- you will be in their domain under the watchful guidance of your scuba dive guide. You will encounter 4 species of sharks, including a colony of Grey Nurse Sharks as well as a number of giant stingrays, fish and more. The experience lasts 2.5 hours including the scuba diving safety briefing and time in the water with the marine creatures. All dive gear and wetsuits are provided but you are welcome to bring your own mask and wetsuit if you prefer. All divers must be able to speak English and have a reasonable level of fitness and swimming ability. You must also pass the scuba diving medical check. The minimum age to participate is 14 years old and 3 sessions are held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8am, 11am and 2pm. Don’t miss out on this popular experience. Book your SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive today!
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About Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme
General Information about Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme
Embark on an exhilarating dive experience with endangered Grey Nurse sharks at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. No prior experience is necessary. You will dive in a 1.5-million-liter tank alongside various marine life, under expert supervision.
Highlights of Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme
This is a unique opportunity for a cage-free dive with Grey Nurse sharks, measuring 1-3 meters, and to encounter up to 4 shark species, giant rays, and many other fish in their natural habitat.
Main Attractions or Activities at Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme
The activity begins with safe introductory dive training, followed by a 30-minute shark tunnel tour, and concludes with the closest possible dive with sharks in the oceanarium.
How to Get to Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme
No travel information is specified in the activity details.
Location of Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Operating Hours of Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme
Available for 3 sessions on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 8:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 2:00 PM.
Other Facilities at Sydney Aquarium Shark Dive Xtreme
All diving equipment and wetsuits are provided, but participants may bring their own mask and wetsuit if preferred.
Recommendations or Important Notes
Participants must be able to communicate in English, have appropriate physical fitness and swimming ability, and pass a dive medical assessment. The minimum age for participation is 14 years. The entire experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours.