We track 200 dive operators in Australia. 109 teach certification courses (118 PADI, 24 SSI). 82 run snorkelling trips. 9 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Cairns, with 8. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 200. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Mike Ball Dive Expeditions | 4.8(204) | 5.0 | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 200 dive operators in Australia, with the biggest cluster around Cairns. 109 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (118 centres), followed by SSI (24). SDI/TDI, NAUI, BSAC, GUE also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $99 to $789 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
9 operators in Australia offer accommodation alongside diving.
82 of the 200 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Mike Ball Dive Expeditions is a liveaboard dive operator offering expeditions to premier dive sites in Australia, including the Coral Sea and Ribbon Reefs. They are known for their high-quality service and access to remote and pristine dive locations.
Perth Scuba is a PADI 5 Star IDC Centre located in Canning Vale, Western Australia. They offer a comprehensive range of scuba diving services, including courses from beginner to instructor level, guided dives, equipment sales, and servicing. They are a well-established dive centre in the Perth metropolitan area.
Forster Dive Centre is a dive shop located in Forster, New South Wales, offering a variety of diving and snorkeling services. They provide dive courses, equipment hire, and guided dives, catering to both beginners and experienced divers. The centre is situated near popular dive locations in the region.
Abyss Scuba Diving is a dive center located in Ramsgate, NSW, Australia. They offer a range of diving services and are a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre.
Dive Centre Manly is a PADI 5 Star Dive Centre offering a range of diving and snorkeling services. They provide dive courses, equipment rental, guided dives, and boat trips. They are known for their convenient location in Manly, Sydney.
Western Blue Dive & Charters is a PADI 5 Star Dive Centre offering a range of diving and snorkeling services. They provide dive courses, equipment rental, and guided dive trips. They are located in Mindarie, Western Australia.
Dive Gear Australia is a dive shop located in Hallam, Victoria. They offer a range of diving equipment and services. Their website indicates they are a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre.
Tusa Dive is a dive operator in Cairns offering day trips to the Great Barrier Reef. They are known for their modern catamarans and multiple reef sites.
Yongala Dive is a dive center located in Alva Beach, Queensland, offering trips to the SS Yongala wreck and other dive sites. They provide courses, guided dives, and equipment rental.
Jetty Dive Centre is a dive shop in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, offering a variety of diving and snorkeling activities. They provide courses, equipment rental, and guided dives.
| 2 | Perth Scuba | 4.7(204) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Forster Dive Centre | 4.7(37) | none | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 4 | Abyss Scuba Diving | 4.7(107) | 5.0 | $130 | PADI | Visit |
| 5 | Dive Centre Manly | 4.7(105) | 4.5 | $130 | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Western Blue Dive & Charters | 4.8(49) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Dive Gear | 4.7(31) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 8 | Tusa Dive | 4.6(1,011) | 4.5 | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
