What to Expect
The Shark Dive experience commences with a tunnel tour where you are introduced to the sharks from a distance. Then move into the shark dive classroom to for a SCUBA, equipment and safety briefing. A certified diver only session will then gear up and get straight in with the sharks. The tank contains an endless number of creatures that are very keen to meet you with 4 different species of sharks including 7 adult and 1 juvenile Grey Nurse Shark, Maia, who was born at Oceanworld in 2001. There are 4 different species of rays including the huge queen mattress-sized smooth stingrays, you will also encounter giant turtles and the marine life of Sydney Harbour including snapper any fisherman would be proud of and enormous mulloway.
Numbers
Dives are conducted in small groups of up to 5 certified divers.
Weather
This experience is not dependant on the weather.
Duration
This experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours with 30 minutes spent in the tank.
Dress
All equipment is supplied but bring a swimming costume and towel. Your welcome to bring your own full length wetsuit and mask.
Availability
This experience is available all year round with sessions running up to 3 or 4 times a day.
Other Information
You should not fly within 12 hours following the dive or drink alcohol within a 12 hour period prior to your dive. Participants must be able to swim and speak fluent English.
All dives are available for anyone over the age of 14 years. 14 to 16 year olds must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Medical restriction apply as some conditions can exclude you from diving. These include asthma, epilepsy, chronic chest, sinus or ear problems, recent injuries or surgeries.




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