We track 31 dive operators in Sydney. 12 teach certification courses (12 PADI, 3 SDI/TDI). 6 run snorkelling trips. 1 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Brookvale, with 3. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 31. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abyss Scuba Diving | 4.7(107) | 5.0 | $130 | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 31 dive operators in Sydney, with the biggest cluster around Brookvale. 12 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (12 centres), followed by SDI/TDI (3). SSI, NAUI also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $100 to $215 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
1 operator in Sydney offers accommodation alongside diving.
6 of the 31 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.
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.
PRO DIVE Sydney is a dive center offering a range of services including equipment rental, guided dives, and PADI courses. They are located in Alexandria, NSW, Australia.
PRO DIVE Manly is a dive center and sporting goods store located in Brookvale, NSW, Australia. They are operational and offer delivery services. The business has a Google rating of 4.7 stars from 570 reviews.
Adreno Ocean Outfitters is a sporting goods store specializing in spearfishing, scuba diving, freediving, and snorkelling gear. They offer the world's largest range of such equipment and have stores across Australia, including Sydney. Customers praise the staff for their expertise and customer service in selecting the right gear.
Ocean Instinct Freediving offers freediving, spearfishing, and surf survival courses and training in Sydney, Australia. Founded by competitive freediver Jack Hatfield, the school provides training from beginner to advanced levels, focusing on safety, connection with the ocean, and pushing personal limits. They also offer private training and equipment advice.
Sydney Dive Charters offers diving and snorkeling tours and operates as a tour agency. They are located at New South Head Rd, Rose Bay NSW 2029, Australia. The business is operational and has a high Google rating.
Shark Dive Xtreme offers a unique, cage-less shark diving experience within the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. This attraction is suitable for both certified and non-certified divers aged 14 and above, providing an opportunity to encounter various shark species, rays, and other marine life. The experience includes a comprehensive briefing, training, and a 30-minute dive, with all necessary equipment provided.
Frog Dive is a scuba diving centre based in Gladesville that offers a range of PADI training courses from beginner to professional levels. The operator provides equipment sales and rental, as well as guided shore and boat dives at various Sydney locations.
PRO DIVE is a long-standing dive operator in Australia, established in 1969, with multiple locations including Sydney (Alexandria and Manly/Brookvale) and Cairns. They offer a comprehensive range of services including PADI courses, shore and boat dives, gear hire, and servicing. PRO DIVE is known for its commitment to making scuba diving accessible and affordable, having trained a significant number of divers over the decades.
| 2 | Dive Centre Manly | 4.7(105) | 4.5 | $130 | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | PRO DIVE Sydney | 4.7(101) | 0.0 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | PRO DIVE Manly | 4.7(570) | 4.6 | $130 | PADI | Visit |
| 5 | Adreno Ocean Outfitters | 4.7(1,355) | 0.0 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Ocean Instinct Freediving | 5.0(37) | 5.0 | $130 | none | Visit |
| 7 | Sydney Dive Charters | 4.8(392) | 0.0 | none | none | Visit |
| 8 | Shark Dive Xtreme | 4.6(101) | 4.5 | $215 | none | none |
