Take the Plunge...
Sydney’s most exhilarating experience is back!
Get your adrenaline pumping and take the plunge in one of the most thrilling animal encounters in Australia. Shark Dive Xtreme is a rare opportunity to get closer than ever to our incredible Grey Nurse Sharks, Port Jackson Sharks, Wobbegong Sharks, as well as giant Stingrays, and many more amazing sea creatures... all without a cage!
Never scuba-dived before?
No problem! Shark Dive Xtreme is suitable for first-time divers with no previous diving experience required. This experience is suitable for ages 14+, and a reasonable degree of swimming ability is required to participate. Please ensure you check the restrictions and medical requirements on the SEA LIFE website before booking.
Shark Dive Xtreme runs on selected dates, with three timeslots available to choose from per day. Each timeslot can accommodate up to 5 people - so pre-booking is essential.
Was the best experience would recommend it to anyone the sharks were so magical and peaceful had a awesome time!!
Everything is unreal, the animals are breathtaking and the divers really know their stuff! 10/10
Got this experience as a gift for Father’s Day. I cannot recommend doing this enough. It’s a definite must do.
Important Information about Shark Dive Xtreme
What's included?
- Introduction to scuba diving, briefing and training session (approx. 90 minutes)
- 30 minute dive face-to-face with sharks, giant stingrays and more in Shark Valley
- All dive equipment & wetsuit
- 'I dived and survived' Shark Dive Xtreme certificate
- All day admission to explore SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Medical Requirements - Please read before booking
Scuba Diving is physically demanding and can be dangerous if you suffer from certain medical conditions. It is very important that you, the diver, do not suffer from any contraindications to diving.
All divers must read and complete our medical declaration questionnaire before booking their Shark Dive - Download the medical declaration questionnaire form here.
If you are booking a dive or purchasing a gift voucher for another person, please ensure the recipient is aware of the medical requirements.
COVID-19
If you have suffered from COVID-19 in the past 3 months, please read and complete this Shark Dive Xtreme COVID-19 medical questionnaire before booking - Download the COVID-19 form here.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - Conditions that may prevent you from diving
If you suffer from any of the below medical conditions, then you will be required to obtain a fully completed medical clearance from A QUALIFIED DIVE DOCTOR before booking your dive;
- Asthma
- Heart Disease
- Epilepsy
- Diabetes
- Chest Conditions, including Pneumothorax
- Sinus Conditions
- Ear problems/surgery
- High blood pressure
- Pregnancy (pregnant women are not permitted to dive)
Please do not book your dive before you have obtained medical clearance.
If you require medical clearance from a certified physician, please download the Shark Dive Xtreme medical clearance form and take it to your appointment for them to complete - Download the Dive Medical Clearance form here.
Important Restrictions
Before booking your Shark Dive, please take note of the following restrictions:
- All divers MUST be age 14 or over
- DO NOT drink alcohol the night before your dive
- DO NOT fly in an aircraft within 12 hours of your dive
- You MUST have a reasonable degree of swimming ability
We advise all divers to read our Shark Dive Xtreme terms and conditions before booking. If you are booking a dive or purchasing a gift voucher for another person, please ensure they are aware of these terms and conditions.
Shark Dive Xtreme Terms & Conditions
Shark Dive Xtreme
- No cages - just you, your instructors, sharks, giant stingrays and more
- No previous diving experience required (age 14+)
- All day aquarium admission included
Shark Dive Xtreme Annual Pass Discount
- No cages - just you, your instructors, sharks, giant stingrays and more
- No previous diving experience required (age 14+)
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20% annual pass discount applies to peak dates (weekends, school and public holidays)
Shark Dive Xtreme Gift Voucher
- No cages - just you, your instructors, sharks, giant stingrays and more
- No previous diving experience required (age 14+)
- All day aquarium admission included
- Gift voucher valid for 3 years on
Frequently asked questions
Have a question about Shark Dive Xtreme? Check out some of the most frequently asked questions below.
This is an intimate experience with only 5 people per dive so sessions often book out in advance. To avoid missing out, we recommend booking online.
You must be 14 years or older to participate in our Shark Dive Xtreme experience. A parent or guardian must accompany children under 18.
To book a date for your experience with a gift voucher, please click here to pre-book your timeslot. You must ensure you select the number of people you have a gift voucher for, and remember to bring your vouchers with you to be scanned on arrival.
For any enquiries regarding your booking please email our SDX bookings officer at sydneysdxteam@merlinentertainments.com.au.
NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS:
8:30 am – 04:30 pm (Monday-Friday)
Guests will need to bring the following for their dive:
- Swimming costume/swimmers
- Enclosed footwear
- A towel
- Toiletries (you are welcome to use our showers after your dive)
No, but friends and family can take photos through the viewing tunnel. You can also purchase underwater souvenir video footage after your dive.
Friends and family can watch from the safety of the viewing tunnel and wave, blow kisses and take photographs. Friends and family get a 25% off admission (up to 4 people per diver) to SEA LIFE Sydney to watch you dive. When you purchase your Shark Dive Xtreme ticket, you will have the opportunity to purchase the discounted spectator ticket before you confirm your purchase.
