Mike Ball Dive Expeditions
Highlights
- Explore vibrant ecosystems of the Great Barrier Reef on custom itineraries for unhurried, immersive diving experiences.
- Savour breathtaking aerial views of the reef with a low-level flight, enhancing your diving adventure from the start.
- Dive into diverse sites like Steve's Bommie on the seven-night Coral Sea Safari for an unforgettable underwater journey.
- Experience exceptional service aboard the Spoilsport vessel, where attention to detail ensures a relaxed diving atmosphere.
Mike Ball Dive Expeditions is renowned for delivering exceptional diving experiences combined with extraordinary service. Their attention to detail and passion for the underwater world create a relaxed yet immersive environment for every diver. Aboard the Spoilsport vessel, custom itineraries ensure more dive time and an unhurried pace, so divers can fully immerse themselves in the vibrant ecosystems of the Great Barrier Reef and the Coral Sea.
Each expedition offers a unique dive experience. The three-night ‘Fly Dive Cod Hole’ expedition, departing Cairns every Monday, visits the renowned Ribbon Reef dive sites, ideal for divers of all skill levels. For those seeking a more adventurous dive, the four-night ‘Fly Dive Coral Sea’ expedition departs Cairns on Thursdays and explores the Coral Sea’s remote, awe-inspiring sites. Both itineraries include a breathtaking low-level flight over the reef, just 180 meters above the water, for an unforgettable aerial view.
For those who crave the ultimate experience, the seven-night ‘Coral Sea Safari’ combines both the Cod Hole and Coral Sea expeditions, offering divers the best of both worlds with diverse dive sites, including the famous Steve’s Bommie, without repeating locations.
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Tour/s
Fly Dive Coral Sea
4 Nights / 14 Dives.
The Fly Dive Coral Sea expedition with Mike Ball Dive Expeditions begins in Cairns, taking divers on an unforgettable journey to the remote Osprey Reef in the Coral Sea. Renowned for its stunning underwater topography and excellent visibility, Osprey Reef features dramatic walls plunging thousands of meters, creating a breathtaking dive environment.
A major highlight of this expedition is the thrilling shark feed dive, where divers safely observe grey reef sharks, silvertips, and other pelagic species. The reef also hosts large schools of barracuda, trevally, and tropical fish, making each dive vibrant and full of marine life. The Coral Sea’s clear waters bring the reef and marine encounters into sharp focus.
Aboard the award-winning Spoilsport, guests enjoy unmatched stability, spacious decks, comfortable cabins, and gourmet meals. After days of exhilarating diving, a scenic flight back to Cairns provides a stunning final view of the Great Barrier Reef, completing the journey with unforgettable memories.
Summary
Adventure Diving
Experience
Advanced, or 15 logged ocean dives inc. 5 in last 12 months
Fly Dive Cod Hole
3 Nights / 12 Dives
The Fly Dive Cod Hole expedition with Mike Ball Dive Expeditions begins with an unforgettable 250-kilometer low-level flight from Cairns to Lizard Island, offering breathtaking views of the Great Barrier Reef’s vibrant coral formations. This scenic start sets the tone for an incredible underwater journey ahead.
Upon boarding the award-winning Spoilsport, guests dive directly into the renowned Cod Hole, where diver-sized potato cod provide an extraordinary close-up experience. The adventure continues along the stunning Ribbon Reefs north of Cooktown, known for their pristine coral gardens and thriving marine life. Each dive offers vibrant displays of colorful corals, tropical fish, and a diverse array of marine species.
Spoilsport provides unmatched comfort and stability, with spacious decks, cosy cabins, and a relaxed cruising experience within the sheltered Ribbon Reef waters. Ideal for all levels of divers, snorkelers, and those seeking an immersive reef experience, the Fly Dive Cod Hole expedition promises an unforgettable Great Barrier Reef adventure.
Summary
Best Marine Biodiversity
Experience
Novice to Advanced Divers and Snorkelers
Coral Sea Safari
7 Nights / 26 Dives.
The 7-night Coral Sea Safari with Mike Ball Dive Expeditions offers a comprehensive dive journey through two of Australia’s most stunning marine ecosystems. The expedition begins with dives at the remote Osprey Reef in the Coral Sea, where divers can experience thrilling shark feed encounters and explore dramatic walls that plunge into the depths. With crystal-clear visibility, these dives reveal vibrant coral formations, grey reef sharks, silvertips, and large schools of barracuda and trevally.
After the Coral Sea, the adventure continues to the Great Barrier Reef’s Ribbon Reefs, including the famous Cod Hole. Here, divers encounter friendly, diver-sized potato cod and explore some of the most pristine coral gardens, abundant with colourful reef fish and unique marine species.
Aboard the award-winning Spoilsport, guests enjoy unmatched comfort and stability, with spacious decks and luxurious amenities, creating an ideal retreat between dives. This ultimate dive safari showcases the best of the Coral Sea and Great Barrier Reef.
Summary
Best Adventure and Biodiversity
Experience
Advanced, or 15 logged ocean dives inc. 5 in last 12 months.
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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Professional Association of Diving Instructors
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- QLD – Tourism Tropical North Qld