S.S. Yongala Day trips:
The fastest way to get wrecked!
We aim to provide certified divers with a unique adventure trip to the historic S.S.Yongala wreck.
Exploring the S.S. Yongala is a diving experience matched by few other places on the planet. The combination of the wreck’s mysterious history and the vast amount of resident marine life make the Yongala a must-do bucket list dive. As a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort uniquely positioned in Alva Beach (Ayr, QLD), we are the fastest way to get to the wreck. We offer amazing diving with small groups and experienced dive staff.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Qualified, experienced friendly guides
Short 30 minute boat ride
2 Dives on the wreck
Yongala history talk
Snacks/water on vessel
Minimum requirements
To dive with us, you need to hold Open Water certification with 6 logged dives and deep dive training. Open Water divers must complete Deep Orientation dive (underwater skills) with a PADI Dive Instructor during the 1st dive at the wreck (extra cost applies). This may be counted towards the PADI Advanced course at extra costs (text book required). The more experienced divers can choose to dive with a buddy or take a guided tour at no extra cost.
Novice divers (those with less than 20 dives) should ensure they have refreshed their skills within the last six months and will be provided with a dive guide (if adventure or advanced certified) or may be required to take a Deep Orientation dive (extra cost applies).
Minimum age – 15 years of age (certification limits/supervision requirements).
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
OUR VESSEl
You’ll ride to the wreck at exhilarating speeds of around 25 knots on our purpose built dive boat, the Yongala Express. We take a maximum of 12 divers, ensuring comfort and safety on the trip out.
Check in
Our S.S. Yongala trip departs from our dive shop at 36 Braby Street, Alva Beach, Ayr. Please meet at the dive shop at 7.30 am to get ready. The day finishes approx. 3.30pm.
CONFIRMATION
To confirm departure details and weather conditions please call us between 3.30 – 5pm on the day before your trip.
CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS
If a trip is canceled by us for any reason, a full refund will be provided if you are unable to reschedule your trip. No refunds will be provided for cancellations by passengers within 48 hours of departure.
WHAT TO BRING
Dive Certification Card
Log book
Agent/gift voucher if required
Towel
Jumper
Seasick tablets (if prone to seasickness)
Water bottle
Dive medical (if taking prescription medications)
ACCOMMODATION
We offer a variety of accommodation right next door to our dive shop. Check out our options here.
PRICING
Includes tanks, weights, taxes:
1 Day diving/2 Dives: $292
Gear hire (inc computer): $40.00/day
*Taxes – $22.00 (inc Govt fees – Mooring $13.55, EMC $6.50 + admin fee)
ACCOmMODATION
Our accommodation is right next door to our dive shop, so you can have a sleep in before your day of diving starts. We offer accommodation to suit everyone, ranging from dorm rooms, private cabins, and camp sites which cater to motorhomes, RV’s and vans.
ABOUT THE YONGALA
History
On 23 March 1911, 122 passengers onboard the S.S. Yongala were lost at sea. A 7 day search found no trace of the missing vessel, and for almost 50 years the Yongala was lost to the ocean. How the Yongala sank still remains a mystery today.
Marine life
100 years on the ocean floor has allowed the Yongala to develop into its own ecosystem, and the wreck is now home to hundreds of different species of fish, rays, turtles and corals.