Sundive Byron Bay

Middleton Street, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481, Australia

02 6685 7755

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Ranked #7 of 22 activities in Byron Bay

59 Reviews

Type: Water Sports

Owner description: Welcome to Sundive Byron Bay - Scuba Diving at the Julian Rocks in Byron Bay, Australia - An Underwater Photographer's Paradise!Located just 2.5... more » Owner description: Welcome to Sundive Byron Bay - Scuba Diving at the Julian Rocks in Byron Bay, Australia - An Underwater Photographer's Paradise!Located just 2.5 kilometres from Byron Bay, one of Australia's most popular travel destinations, Julian Rocks Marine Park is rated as one of the top five scuba diving locations in Australia. The mixing of tropical warm currents with cooler temperate waters makes the diving near Byron Bay unique.Due to its amazing diversity and abundance of fish life with over 1000 recorded species of tropical, temperate and pelagic fish, Julian Rocks has earned a reputation as being one of the most prolific fish dives in the world. Whales, Dolphins, Manta Rays, Leopard Sharks, the endangered Grey Nurse Shark and three species of Turtle are all common visitors to Julian Rocks. All the action is just 10 minutes from Byron Bay's main beach!Sundive is Byron Bay's only PADI 5 Star Dive Centre. Since it was established in 1988, Sundive has earned numerous PADI service awards and is internationally recognised as a centre of excellence in diver training. Training ranges from introductory dives and beginner dive courses through to instructor certifications. So if you are looking to dive Byron Bay, Sundive should be your first port of call. The friendly and professional service you'll receive at Sundive ensures that you will get the most out of your scuba diving experience.

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Kate R

Palmwoods, Australia

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28 reviews

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7 helpful votes

“Efficient company”

Reviewed 29 April 2013

Maybe it was the fact I only did one dive (which is a great option if you have limited time), but although the staff in the shop were great, the divemaster I had was a bit offish. I know there isn't a lot of time for general chit chat when its under a five minute boat ride to Julian Rocks... More

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Hi Kate, thank you for taking the time to write your review. I am very glad that you enjoyed your dive with us and that the majority of the staff were friendly and helpful. I must admit that it is also one of my personal frustrations when Dive Masters behave as you described. I believe I know whom you dived... More

RaRaHockeySticks

Adelaide, Australia

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“Fantastic snorkelling”

Reviewed 6 April 2013

My favourite snorkelling experience along the East coast. We had been up to the Outer Reef around Magnetic Island and also at the Whitsundays, but this topped both. An abundance of turtles, wobbegongs, and even an enormous manta ray. Quick and easy - only 10 minutes out to the dive site, the equipment very well maintained, and the staff both... More

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SCUBERDIVA

Melbourne

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8 reviews

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3 helpful votes

“Friendly and knowledgeable staff . Great dives among the many wobbegongs, leopard sharks and moray eels.”

Reviewed 20 March 2013

Responsible attitude to weather and dive conditions. Helpful and expert staff. Flexible when needed. Knowledgable about the dive sites and flora and fauna at Julian Rocks. Boats looked well maintained. Thoroughly recommended.

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sierrajuliette

San Francisco, California

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“Best dive company in Oz - no question.”

Reviewed 1 March 2013

I've been diving with Sundive for more than a decade. This is because the dive site is a wondrous mix of tropical and temperate water species; it's simply a glorious part of Australia (and the world) to be in. More than this, the long-time business owner (Giac) is extremely personable, and absolutely committed to safety and service. The dive site... More

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H C

Brisbane, Australia

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7 helpful votes

“Highly recommended”

Reviewed 15 February 2013

I did the basic PADI open water dive certificate in January 2013. Everything from the first phone call to book the course was excellent. Staff great and very encouraging. Our instructor Koen deserves special mention - great guy and excellent teacher (and sense of humour). The diving at Julian Rocks is amazing and I will definitely be back.

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Ollie076

California

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“Great experience”

Reviewed 25 January 2013

Had a great experience from the moment I called to arrange a dive and spoke to a very helpful young man.. Went with my 16 yr. old grandson who had never been scuba diving so was a complete novice. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. My grandson was so thrilled with the whole day that he has not stopped talking... More

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Tuckerfamily4

Sydney

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“Julian Rocks is for snorkelling too!”

Reviewed 19 January 2013

We have been travelling to Byron Bay for 20 years and love the place. However, we have never visited Julian Rocks, despite seeing countless dive boats heading there every day! We took a snorklling trip with Sundive and the entire experience was brilliant. Two adults and four teenage girls had a great time - and we thought the cost at... More

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Craig B

Brisbane

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6 reviews

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“The most experienced guides in town! Meticulous dive shop.”

Reviewed 13 December 2012

My wife and I are new divers (certified in Bali in January) and we have fallen head over heels in love with the underwater world. Sundive Byron Bay has played a big part in stoking that enthusiasm. We make the two hour drive from Brisbane on a regular basis not just to see the world class beauty of the Julian... More

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knucklebuster

Duncan, Canada

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

1 helpful vote

“proffesional and friendly”

Reviewed 22 November 2012

My girlfriend and myself dove with Sundive on Nov.21 2012. We have dove all over the Caribbean,Mexico,Hawaii and at home in Canada and have never been treated as well as we were with Sundive. From the phone call to make booking ,all the way to returning after dive. We were so well taken care of. All the rave reviews from... More

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Synapsegaba

Melbourne

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51 helpful votes

“Very knowledgeable guide, good boat”

Reviewed 6 November 2012

I did 1 dive with Sundive and 4 dives with Byron Bay dive centre (pre-booked before my travel). I have dived many places in Australia, South East Asia and South Pacific for underwater photography and have high expectations. In my dive with Sundive on 3 November, I was impressed by the dive guide who started the dive at the Nursery... More

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Thank you very much for taking the time to write your review. We are really glad that you enjoyed your dives with Sundive. We have many photographers that dive with us regularly and we always try to make sure that they are given the best opportunity to photograph with our experienced guides. For the benefit of other readers I would... More