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Charter Dive Trips at the Solitary Islands Marine Park, Coffs Harbour
NSW's tropical Diving!

Join Jetty Dive aboard their World Class Dive Charter Boat!

To see the best diving around the Solitary Islands Marine Park, you must venture offshore to the Solitary Islands themselves.
You will be amazed the variety of Marine life! A mixture of fish from the tropics and sub-tropical varieties as well. Out there the water is usually much cleaner and warmer because of the East Australian Current.

The South Solitary Islands are 30 to 40 minutes travelling time on our fast boats, so comfort is important, and size counts!


Why Jetty Dive?

The Boat! ... Big Boat Comfort!

"Wild Fin" a 12 metre Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat,

"Wild Fin" is built for speed and comfort!
Jetty Dive is the home to the most spacious, comfortable Dive Charter boat in Coffs Harbour.
It is the only "Big" Dive Charter boat between Forster and the Wooli.

  • "Wild Fin" is of suitable size to provide the highest level of comfort and convieniences. Shelter from the Sun, Rain and Rough seas. You do not get cold or wet and it's not too bumpy!

  • A Toilet and easy access Ladders are features of our boat, that make a big difference to your comfort.


  • Small group sizes are important, we have qualified staff to allow the groups we lead, to be small and not too crowded.

  • Poseidon Discovery Rebreather Diver?, we have qualified staff to lead your dive on a Rebreather with you! Check out more details on our Poseidon Discovery Rebreather information page





  • When do we run Dive and Snorkel Charters?

    We conduct double dive trips (two dives on one trip) on a daily basis departing:

  • 8.00am in Autumn, Winter and Spring, returning at 1.00 pm
    (March 1st thru to Nov 30th, excluding Easter weekend)

  • 7.30am in Summer, and Easter Weekend returning at approx 12.30 pm.
    (Dec 1st thru to Feb 28th and 4 days of Easter)

    If you require equipment hire, be at shop 15 minutes earlier, or pre-arrange the day before.

  • Afternoon Dives are scheduled in busy times, check with the shop for times

  • Between the dives we supply light refreshment (Soup, Tea, Coffee, Savoury & Sweet Biscuits, Seasonal Fruit, and Sweets).

  • We dive in small groups, with a FREE Divemaster service available. You will dive two fantastic locations at the Solitary Islands.

    Certified divers can elect to dive without guides.
    Additional costs if you require a personal guide.





  • How much does it cost?

  • Double Dive Trip... includes Second tank ... $120

  • Double Dive Trip... with tanks and weights... $135

  • Double Dive Trip... with all equipment ... $160

  • Night Dive Trip... with all own equipment ...$85

  • Night Dive Trip... with tanks and weights ...$95

  • Night Dive Trip... with Full gear hire ....$110


  • Double Dive Trip to North Solitary Islands (2 Dives) - $ 160.00

  • ...(includes Second tank, gear hire extra)
    North Solitary Island Trips are 75 minutes each way and are dependent on good weather and diver numbers (minimum of 8 divers) and usually by arrangement only.

    Nitrox fills add $18 per tank (32%) All Nitrox requirements must be pre-arranged to allow blending.





    Do we need to book?

    Yes, indeed!
    The Dive trips rely on minimum numbers, and have maximum limits too, so prior bookings are essential! Be early in busy times!
    A deposit is required to secure your booking. Deposits are fully refundable if 48 hours notice before the trip is given. (Also refunded if trip is cancelled by us, due to weather)

    Dive Charter trips are weather dependent, and may be cancelled if unsuitable sea conditions prevail, Rain does not constitute for bad weather, in fact it can be better, and fish come closer!

    Don't forget if you are vulnerable to Sea Sickness, you may want to take medication!
    Download a Dive Charter form and bring it in with you to save time before the charter.

    click here to Email US for any Booking or question!





    DAILY Snorkel Trips

    Adventure Snorkel trips to the Solitary Islands. Trips depart on a daily basis with scuba divers or 8.30am if a snorkel only trip, returning 11:30-12:00pm. You will visit two exciting snorkelling sites during your morning adventure. All snorkelling equipment rental (mask, fins, snorkel and wetsuit) is included.

    Snorkel Trip (2 dives) - $ 69.00



    PRIVATE Charter Trips

    Depending on demand, we can offer private boats, or charters to suit your requirements – choose our ‘OWN BOAT’ option – Dive where you want, when you want.
    Please contact us for further assistance.





    The Solitary Islands Marine Park
    The Solitary Islands Marine Park boasts some of the best diving in the state. We have a unique blend of tropical and temperate fish life found only in this region. The sanctuary zones around the islands protect our corals and fish, for divers to experience the area in it's natural state.

    Guided underwater tours are our speciality, taking you through the best sites. We have dived the area for years, and know the locations and their features. Grey Nurse sharks of "Manta Arch", Blue Tangs of "Boulder Wall", Lionfish of "Buchanan's Wall" or the coral gardens and Nudibranch's of Split Solitary.





    To Book on to a trip...

    Click here and Email Us!

    or Phone us Toll Free to 1800 003 230







    PROUDLY A PADI 5 STAR DIVE CENTRE for over 12 Years!



    In fact, The only PADI 5 Star Dive Centre on the Banana Coast at Coffs Harbour! From Foster to Byron Bay! Hey we've been here on the Coffs Coast, longer than that! (A PADI Centre for 18 years! And a Dive Shop for over 35 years!)






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    click here to Email US for any Information or Booking or just to say G'Day!
    Jetty Dive Centre
    398 Harbour Drive
    The Jetty Strip
    Coffs Harbour
    New South Wales (NSW) 2450
    AUSTRALIA
    Tel (+61) 02-66-511-611 (All hours)
    Fax (+61) 02-66-525-702
    webmail send questions to mail@jettydive.com.au

    Located in Coffs Harbour, NSW and diving the Solitary Islands Marine Park, we have Scuba Divers from all over Australia, dive our amazing sites.
    Easy and cheap flights to the Banana Coast in Northern NSW, for Divers from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.