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Sydney Dive Charters
Sydney’s most Experienced Scuba Diving Charters
Welcome to Sydney Dive Charters, a Sydney dive company dedicated to offering the very best guided boat dives and shore dives around. We specialise in guided boat dives in Sydney to see sharks, seals and Weedy Seadragons, as well as in wreck diving and technical diving for more advanced divers. Our charter boat crew with over 40 years of experience runs guided and non-guided Sydney dives several times a week.
Sydney Dive Charters take scuba diving enthusiasts from all over the world to Sydney’s top dive sites. We pride ourselves on giving you the very best Sydney dive – from our pre-dive planning to our convenient pick up locations and safety briefings, we make sure your day under and above the waves goes smoothly (and safely) for maximum enjoyment.
From Beginner to Technical Diving
We cater for all levels of certified divers – from open water beginner divers to more advanced or technical divers. No matter what your experience, we’ll take you to the very best Sydney dive spots. Check out our favourite Sydney boat dive sites for more information.
Your Hire Scuba Gear Awaits on Board
For divers wanting to hire scuba gear, our new hire gear range awaits you aboard our purpose-built dive boat. Simply walk on from one of our Sydney dive pick up locations and you’ll find your diving gear in perfect condition ready to go!
The Types of Sydney Dives on Offer
From Sydney double boat dives to advanced technical night dives and wreck dives, Sydney Dive Charters brings you up close to Sydney’s amazing marine life.
Top Spots for Diving Around Sydney
Check out our very best Sydney dives. We have amazing grey nurse shark dives at The Apartments and at our Magic Point dive, stunning modern-day wreck dives such as the Ex-HMAS Adelaide dive, and even a great Sydney seal dive with Sydney Harbour’s spectacular Australian fur seals.
Experience our shark dives Sydney day out on the water, where you can meet Australia’s iconic sea creatures in the wild.
Our Sydney Boat Dive Calendar
Here you will find all the Sydney dives coming up. From diving with sharks and diving with seals, to Sydney wreck dives, night boat dives and technical boat dives, you can book your next guided or non-guided boat dive with us through our online portal. You can also give us a call on 0417 417 295.
Best Scuba Diving Experiences Provider – Sydney
What our Customers Say About Us
Giulia Filippini
01:29 14 Nov 23
Yesterday, I had an incredible scuba diving experience with Jason as my guide. The dive was amazing, and Jason expertly showed me the underwater world at Shelly beach. I added a few pics of our dive 🙂
Scott Joseph
09:04 29 Oct 23
I've only been diving with them once, but it was a very good trip! I hired their BCD and regulator - great quality, and it was even a wing BCD, rather than a jacket (pleasant surprise!). They accommodated having a drysuit regulator ready for me to go (not typical). I went on a Friday, so the boat was only half full, so plenty of space. Both crew and passengers were all friendly, and crew went above & beyond to help. Well maintained boat. One downside is we didn't split off into smaller groups when a few divers, both dives, got to 50 bar after 30 minutes. (Next time, I'll ask beforehand if they'll allow this arrangement.)
Cheryl Ng
09:26 23 Oct 23
As a tourist, I try to fit in diving wherever I'm going, and conduct a thorough research of reviews and dive sites from companies I dive with. From the start of the booking to end, I felt super comfortable with the team at Sydney Dive Charters. I called in for my reservation, and was given tips to arrive on time at the Rose Bay Quarry and also what equipment to rent (as the weather was quite cold). All the documentation was done through signing forms online (super convenient), with a phone number to reach directly (call/message) in case of any questions. On the dive boat, everything is set up already, so I didn't need to haul any tanks on from one location to another (which I experienced poorly with another company). While preparing for the dives, the team was great to help with the equipment in case we had trouble putting it on, and I felt well taken care of and safe diving! The visibility wasn't the greatest, but Jason still led the dives and was able to point out a few sharks we saw underwater. I would highly recommend Sydney Dive Charters.
Catrina Bargwanna
07:22 23 Oct 23
Thank you Sydney Dive Charters for a wonderful experience! I hadn’t been for a dive in years and so I did a refresher course with shore dive. Jason was very patient and explained things really clearly which helped me get my confidence back. I also felt very safe and supported by him on our dive which helped me feel at ease and able to enjoy the dive. Saw lots of wonderful sea life and am well and truly hooked again!
Gillian
03:44 01 Oct 23
I went diving with Jason and the team last week and it was absolutely amazing! They're very knowledgable about diving and showed us a fantastic dive site called "The Apartments". We saw so many different species of sharks which was an absolute highlight for someone like me who loves sharks. Will definitely dive with Sydney Dive Charters again soon!
Jack Harman
04:38 25 Sep 23
Had two awesome boat dives with Sydney Dive Charters. Jason and the team were extremely professional and reassuring to have in the water and gave divers a good sense of comfort when exploring the dive site! We saw whales and seals from the boat as well as Grey Nurse sharks, Port Jackson Sharks, Bulls rays and a huge school or Pomfret in water It was a great experience and will definitely be going again in the future!
Matthias Comfort
09:11 11 Sep 23
Had a great day out diving with them!Family & Local run operation, service was friendly and more personal than most large dive companies!Dive boa and rental gear was all in good condition and safety was well briefed & looked after.The dive sites chosen on the day were great, sharks & seals aplenty!I will be booking with them again!Cheers Jason & Team 👍🏼
Yoan Bourgeault-Gagnon
17:50 26 Mar 23
Jason and Aisha were amazing. We had a wonderful day. The dives were absolutely memorable, with grey Nurse sharks, a cute cuttlefish, banded shrimps, a sponge gardens & many giant schools of fish. Everything was well organised. The diving equipment was top-level.We would go back with him for other dives around Sydney for sure.
Jonny Russell
07:39 01 Dec 22
Even with murky waters after a great swell, even without any sharks to be seen (i was really hoping to see some 😔), I still had a great time diving with the instructor. It was my first ever scuba dive, and despite my initial claustrophobia and discomfort Jason was such a comfort and encouragement that step by step I worked up to swimming (mostly) unassisted. We saw so many bright and colourful fish at Manly and I would highly recommend the experience to anyone who enjoys marine life. Just take it easy, stay calm, and trust the equipment and you'll have a great time.
henry kneebone
04:03 27 Nov 22
Experienced and professional dive charting service. Dives sites were excellent and expertly guided by Jason despite harsher than usual conditions.If you are new to diving, get a few shore dives under your belt, as there is no hand-holding, and it is very much Go, Go, Go from the start! BCD, equipment is all assembled and ready on the board, as well as snacks and refreshments are provided.Overall a very positive no-nonsense experience. Especially recommended if you are an experienced or technical diver.
Connor Kwan
14:23 05 Nov 22
My girlfriend and I just did two boat dives with Jason last Sunday, the experience was amazing. I rented almost full set of gear from them, and Jason gave us a detailed briefing on the rental gear, which some dive operators do not provide such information but expect you to know their setup. Our trip was supposed to go to the Apartments, but in last minutes we had to change to another dive site as we were told that the water visibility was not very great in the past few days. I can confirm that as I did another dive two days before the Sunday dives, and the viz that day was too terrible that I had to call the dive. Jason used his best knowledge and picked a dive site, which had like 15 metre of visibility. We ended up encounter a lot of grey nurse sharks and some massive school of fish. The only downside from the experience was that the boat was a little bit small. But that was not really a problem to us as the boat was neat and we didnt really spend much time on it before we got into the water. Just remember if you are going to book with them, pack your things in a single bag as there is not much space. All in all, I would recommend them to my friends and will definitely book another dives with them in the future.
ang ziyuan
13:17 24 Oct 22
Did a double boat dive, and rented all the equipment. It was nice reminder from Jason to rent along the torch and hood, as the water was cold in Oct.The dive was beautiful, and we were given a nice cup of hot soup mid dive courtesy from Sydney Dive Charters. Really appreciate the experience.
Josh Clarke
12:04 10 Sep 22
Have dived with Sydney Dive Charters multiple times and it is always a 5* experience. Jason's knowledge of all the dive sites around Sydney is second to none, the boat is well setup, comfortable and perfect for diving all the sites sydney has to offer. My go to for diving, would recommend to anybody thinking about booking a dive in Sydney
Paulo Ribeiro
03:31 04 Sep 22
Highly recommend Sydney Dive Charters. Jason and his team were great. Great knowledge of Sydney's best dive sites. Very comfortable boat. Will 100% be diving with them again
David Harrington
05:50 13 Aug 22
My son and I had a great dive with Jason. He took the time to share some skill-building tips, and pointed out a lot of fun wildlife on our dive. Would recommend!
Adam S
08:04 02 Jul 22
Nothing in Sydney compares to Sydney Dive Charters! They pick you up from the wharf with all (high quality) rental gear good to go, so it’s super convenient! Also, whilst you can’t always guarantee good conditions, I’ve always had a good dive with Jason. On my second to last dive with Jason, it was raining and super windy, yet he was still able to find us a nice dive spot with great visibility! I’ll always book with Sydney Dive Charters when boat diving in Sydney!
Yamila Bara
12:38 21 May 22
I went diving today with Sydney Dive Charters and had amazing dives. The boat was comfortable and all the equipment was high quality and new. Jason is a great diver and captain and was really helpful in all the dives.
Steve Williams
05:35 01 May 22
Awesome morning diving with Sydney Dive Charters. Will definitely be booking my next dive with them.
Nevada Jordan
08:00 06 Apr 22
Really awesome guide and amazing dive trip. Highly recommended all around!
Vissarut Tantiwattanarom
10:56 05 Apr 22
Awesome & lovely crew, great charters for diving, nothing to complain, will definitely use their service again. 👍
Kelsie Dadd
22:52 27 Mar 22
Fantastic dive at the apartments. Grey nurse sharks and an amazing encounter with a giant cuttlefish. Great service and very friendly and skilled staff. Highly recommend.
Thomas Buxereau
22:42 27 Mar 22
Had a great time diving with Sydney Dive Charters. The boat was comfortable and well set up. Jason knows the area well, allowing us to make the most of the site. Enjoyed being able to get close to an hour in the water on our first dive and not be rushed to move on. The Apartments is an excellent site and will definitely go again with SDC to see more of what this amazing spot has to offer!
Ju Mei Khoo
05:25 27 Feb 22
Jason and Kylie were amazing and professional. They were very patient with my partner and I who are inexperienced and were very good guides. Would highly recommend diving with them at Sydney Dive Charter. Thank you so much for a great day
Norma Clifford
07:01 22 Feb 22
Awesome dive experience with Jason & co - perfect sized boat/ dive group, easy going and knowledgeable crew and top notch equipment. Will definitely book again. Highly recommend for anyone looking to explore diving around our beautiful Sydney!
Aisha Alas
09:05 14 Feb 22
Amazing experience scuba diving with Sydney dive charters. Jason the operator is knowledgeable, taking my group to exciting dive sites in Sydney. Highly recommend.
Alizee Berger
01:23 20 Jan 22
Sydney Dive Charters are my go-to for all boat dives in and around Sydney, the service is great and so hassle-free, no need to go pick up equipment somewhere beforehand, you just show up to the boat ramp and everything is ready! Jason is hands down the most knowledgeable person I have ever met when it comes to all things diving, Sydney sites and even Sydney history (wrecks etc). Both him and Kylie are are also great fun to be around, so the boat rides are never boring!
peter plato
09:49 06 Jan 22
Thanks Jason and Kylie. had a wonderful double boat dive. Nice to find a team who are professional and have a sense of humour. Will definetly be diving with you again.
Marcelo Rodriguez
21:58 01 Jan 22
Very professional and friendly. The boat was perfect for Diving. Picked up at the right time. Nothing was a big deal. Felt safe and cared for by the team. Highly recommend Sydney Dive Charter. Look forward to more dives with them.
Des D
21:49 01 Jan 22
Had two spectacular dives and saw weedy sea dragons both times. The equipment was top quality and the latest. Jason and his wing man know their stuff! Will definitely dive with him again.
Fiona Hill
08:57 01 Jan 22
We loved our two boat dives, high quality equipment, Jason was an outstanding dive master, beautiful locations, everything was made easy for us - we just turning up with all equipment ready to go on the boat. As two relatively new divers we felt safe at every step. We would definitely dive with them again! Thank you for a lovely day.
Leah M
00:41 22 Nov 21
Thanks to the Sydney Dive Charters team for a fantastic double dive. The crew were professional and friendly. Will definitely be a return customer.
ana bilic
06:00 16 Nov 21
An amazing dive tour organised by Jason and his team! I really enjoyed the experience and was pleased with the dive sites selected 🙂
Mary Anne Naylor
00:48 15 Nov 21
I booked Sydney Dive Charters for myself (a PADI instructor) and six students to complete the final two dives of the PADI Advanced Open Water course. Jason went over and above to help me. I had to rebook the dates due the Sydney lockdown and this was made as easy as possible given the uncertainty around restrictions. On the day he made sure to find dive sites that met my training requirements, gave my students tips about boat diving, and even stayed underwater to act as my DM on the deep dive when he had finished guiding his own divers back to the boat. The day before I had finished a bit late and was unable to get my tanks filled, Jason solved my problem for me last minute and had full tanks waiting for me on-board.Tip for new customers - don't forget to take your sea sickness pills!Thanks Jason and see you aboard for my next course!
Renee Rossiter
03:54 08 Nov 21
If you want a great day of diving, you cannot go past the Sydney Dive Charters! Friendly, knowledgeable and flexible team. Always get shocked at the beautiful sites we visit - never give up the chance to jump on!
Dmitriy Larin
05:27 26 Oct 21
Very friendly and professional service. The diving sites selection was pretty good too - managed to bump into a calony of nursing sharks and saw quite a big sea dragon.
Jade Starling
10:17 09 Jul 21
A fabulous double boat dive! Saw some awesome marine life, helped by the clear viz.Wasn’t even that cold considering it’s the middle of winter.Kate and Jason were great on board, super helpful with setting up dive gear, particularly with a rookie diver like myself. They clearly know their stuff. Top notch gear too. Can’t fault anything!
teefa2u
02:31 15 Jun 21
Had a great morning with Jason and Kylie, saw heaps port Jackson sharks, massive wobbegong shark and had a cool interaction with a giant cuttlefish.The dive boat is set up well and very easy to enter and exit the water.Jason is a fantastic dive master with a lot of knowledge and is happy to share that knowledge with anyone who wants to get the most from there diving.Highly recommended.
Vaness Blank
09:14 26 Apr 21
Sydney Dive Charters gets a well deserved 5 stars! Jason and crew were absolutely professional providing us with top notch equipment, great advice and knowledge for top dive sites. We booked a double boat dive, they picked us up on time, the boat was spotless and everyone was super friendly. I highly recommend them and will certainly be diving with them again soon.
Georgina Woolf
21:56 28 Feb 21
Sydney dive charters are a fantastic outfit. Very easy to book with. Loved their calendar so you could easily see what sites they were diving and when. Booked online and was contacted by Jason over text to confirm any missing details and to ask further questions.Got picked up from Rose Bay, all gear was on board already. Ordered full kit and went on a boat dive to the apartments.The kits is in fantastic order and the latest tech. I got a bit sea sick (don’t forget your travel tablets!) and the crew were wonderful at looking after me. Managed to do my two dives despite that. And saw so much - grey nurse sharks, wobbegongs, cuttlefish, a weedy sea dragon and an incredible jelly fish.Can’t recommend them enough and will certainly be using them again. Thanks for the great day out team!
Amanda Carroll
20:57 02 Feb 20
We had such an amazing dive with Sydney Dive Charters this weekend - loads of sharks and a Weedy Sea Dragon! So professional, impeccable service, they clearly know the dive sites so well which comes with years of experience and local knowledge, makes such a difference to making a dive good to great, relaxed, efficient easy going. Boat was spotless and well maintained, rental equipment good quality. I look forward to diving with Jason and his team again soon. Thank you guys!
Libby T
21:44 27 Jan 20
Great experience with a professional, friendly, and helpful dive team. Jason gave clear briefings, had a great boat set up that is perfect for diving, and provided top of the line hire gear. Jason has great local knowledge, and makes safety a priority. Looking forward to diving with them again.
Chloe et Benjamin .
07:46 26 Jan 20
Amazing diving trip with Jason and his crew! Great gear and logistic. Discovered some of the most beautiful underwater creatures. Jason knows where to find the best spots in Sydney bay and how to improvise when schedule doesn’t go as planned.
Jacintha Symes
04:27 17 Dec 19
Thanks Jason and Kate. We had a great day diving out to the apartments and Coral gardens. On time, will organised, friendly and warm people. Great value ! See you next time Jason !
Andrew Cronan
23:28 16 Dec 19
Great double dive. Quality rental gear and a capable crew. Highly recommended. Andrew
Mick G B
02:33 10 Dec 19
Had a great day diving with Kate. Jason runs a solid operation. Awesome hire gear and boat. Highly recommend
sidney Mendonca
02:20 09 Dec 19
Excellent dive, Jason and kate are very professional and friendly. The boat was comfortable and the dive sites were amazing. I would like give my special thank Jason as I left my wallet on the boat (luckily, it didn't fall to the water) , Jason Found it and called straightway. Thanks mate .
Kasia Brulinski
15:43 04 Dec 19
Thank you Jason and Kate for an amazing diving experience. As a relative beginner, I was a little nervous about my double-dive, but the team were so friendly and warm that I immediately felt comforable. The diving equipment was all new and state of the art, which made a world of difference, and the dives and visibility were spectacular.I look forward to coming back for more dives with this professional, passionate and kind team. Thanks again!
Mark
21:29 02 Dec 19
Well organized, we hired equipment, was good and thrustworty.Enthousiast crew and good dive sites and diving.Mark and Sandra
Rajdeep Roy
07:55 02 Dec 19
Great day out & a diving experience with Jason. His boat dive instructions are very clear and precise and helps every diver before entry and exit. The best part is when the divers are below, Jason makes sure that there's no other non-diving boat in the vicinity & keeps all the divers feel safe to surface. Gr8 job mate!
Yaofeng KONG
02:10 24 Sep 19
Amazing experience! Excellent boat crew, caring about the customers. Recommended to everyone!
Claudia Gilbert
12:01 21 Aug 19
Jason is so knowledgeable and despite being on a course... I learnt a heap from his advice and experience as well... he was also very caring and considerate... which I really appreciated 😉
D Abela
11:55 19 Aug 19
This was our third time diving with Jason & Sydney Dive charters and we're looking forward to many more. Jason, a true dive professional, has an enormous wealth of diving knowledge and runs the dives smoothly and safely. We have done a few courses on his dive charters and have the utmost respect for him and the charters he runs. We thoroughly enjoy the diving and information and knowledge we gain every time we dive with Sydney Dive charters.
Paul Kirk
11:20 18 Aug 19
I’ve never seen such a well organised, clean and tidy boat which to me, means someone really knows what they’re doing, I’m in good knowledgeable, safe hands and they take pride in their work and I respect that. Jason and his dive boat are a 5-star AAA operation that won’t disappoint.
Javier López
22:56 29 Jul 19
Great diving experience. Jason is very knowleadgeable and he made sure our dives were enjoyable and fun. We managed to see Sharks, Weedy sea dragons and many other interesting sea life!. The service is excellent and booking through the web is so easy that it makes the experience even better. I will definitely go with them in my next dives in Sydney!
Meg King
09:41 23 Jun 19
Great dive experience with Jason and Xavier. I would highly recommend his service. They took great care of me and all my gear was all top notch. I will definitely be going out with him again.
Arie B
05:13 29 May 19
Excellent service and attention to detail. This is the second time I have dived with Jason and he did not disappoint.
Roger O'Connor
08:57 13 May 19
Great boat with a amazing crew best dive experience so far with Sydney dive charters i have being out with other dive centers boats and if conditions are not right they will all ways look for the easiest dive site . Even with big swell Jason was happy to go to the dive site we wanted..... Matt was a great guide...... I highly recommend these guys for a great dive experience in Sydney
Ilaria Caccamo
09:53 12 May 19
Great diving. Jason is very professional and has great experience that allowed us to dive in safety without giving up a more challenging dive site despite tough weather conditions. He is always dedicated to the customers happiness and safety and always goes an extra mile to help out. Great addition to the team with the Dive Master Matt that perfectly guided our dives today. We saw heaps of sharks and a really giant cuttlefish. The boat is very comfortable and well equipped also with a toilet available. In addition the rental gear available from Jason is excellent quality.
riley9634
00:56 23 Apr 19
Excellent day out! Highly recommended!I was considering going with another company, and was very happy I chose Sydney Dive Charters instead!New high quality gear, no ripped wetsuits and a good briefing on how to use it all!Jason was very knowledgeable and set us up in the best conditions as he knows the Sydney coast like no one else.Our dive guide was great, he also made the trip very memorable.I will be back again 100%
Raychel Follis
18:47 04 Apr 19
Such a good time diving with Sydney Dive Charters. Knowledgeable, professional and fun. They delivered on everything they said. The boat was comfortable and the tanks were full. Thanks again Jason! It was a perfect first dive in Australia, you set a very high standard for us!
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Diving is not the first things that come to mind as an activity in Sydney. Yet diving in Sydney is surprisingly good.This was my 6th trip to Sydney, and I never thought about diving there until a friend told me about it. I have dived the great barrier reef and the Ningaloo Reef on the West coast but Sydney?
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