Scuba diving is the greatest action on the Andaman & Nicobar Isles other than relaxing around and tasting the delicacy of seafood. The best year for Scuba diving in Andaman is from Nov to April. However, one can indulge in a diving experience all throughout the year. Scuba Diving in Andaman is open throughout the year so travellers coming to visit Andaman for Scuba Diving can visit Andaman round the year. This is one activity in Andaman, that is operational throughout the year. One can see the amazing sea life among the world of awesome water bodies, vibrant fish and awesome corals.
November to April (Open all year)
Professional instructors & equipment
Beginner-friendly options available
Vibrant coral reefs & diverse fish species
Diving Type | Location | Price |
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Shore Diving | North Bay Island | ₹3500 |
PADI Certified Shore Diving (Recommended) - Nemo Reef Dive Site | Havelock Island | ₹3500 |
PADI Certified Boat Diving (Recommended) - Tribe Gate Dive Site | Havelock Island | ₹5500 |
Boat Diving (Recommended) - Turtle Beach | Havelock Island | ₹7500 |
Island Hopping - Private Boat charter 2.5 hours with Snorkeling | Havelock Island | ₹30000 |
PADI Open Water Diver Course | Havelock Island | ₹29000 |
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver | Havelock Island | ₹30000 |
PADI Emergency First Response Diver | Havelock Island | Contact Us |
PADI Rescue Diver | Havelock Island | Contact Us |
PADI Dive Master | Havelock Island | Contact Us |
This diving experience starts from the shore and is done both on North Bay Island and Havelock Island. The charges for this diving experience are comparatively lower than for other types of diving experiences. This diving excursion primarily takes place at designated sites on Havelock Island and Port Blair, catering to novices who are participating in diving for the first time in the Andaman Islands.
A certified diver always accompanies you underwater for all diving experiences.
Now, this diving experience has become pretty famous in both Havelock and Neil Island. Boat Diving is only done at Havelock and Neil Island by only a handful of Diving institutes that are good and have the experience. This diving experience can again be done by both beginners who have little swimming experience and non-swimmers as well. In this diving experience, you are first given a brief training to get a know-how of the equipment. Post this you are taken on a boat to the diving site from where you backflip. Though this diving is a little costly, however, it is a real value for money.
Those who have already done basic diving might want to look forward to opportunities where they can explore more diving sites across the globe. In such cases, you need to have a diving certificate from institutions that are recognized by PADI. Andaman islands are pretty famous for diving courses and even advanced diving courses. These courses are a combination of both theoretical and practical classes. People who are looking to build a career around diving should take these courses in Andaman.
Book PADI Diving Open Water CourseOnce you have successfully completed the Open Water Course and have attained the certificate then you will be eligible to explore dive sites that are only open to certified divers. With this option, you can go deep-sea diving. When you get your certificate you are eligible to deep-sea dive at any part of India. You may also take up advanced courses from dive institutes to build a career around Scuba Diving. Andaman Islands is a great place to learn and explore diving. Many have been certified in the Andaman Islands and are diving across the globe.
Those who are looking for more advanced experience can indulge in the Advanced Open water course in the Andamans which gives you a certificate to dive freely up to a depth of 30 Metres. You can continue this course further indulge in Emergency First Responder and Later doing a Padi Rescue Diver course before you become a Dive Master. A Dive Master is certified to assist any new diver when they dive into open water or when they are doing shore diving.
Note: Scuba diving is not something that we encourage for people who have conditions such as high or low hypertension, pregnant women, heart patients, or anybody else who is following the advice of their regular doctor. Before going scuba diving, you might want to consult with your primary care physician.
Scuba diving in Andaman for beginners happens only at designated areas in Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island. Diving in the Andaman Islands happens at different reefs. For beginners, Scuba diving happens at designated areas in Andaman.
Note: Elephant beach is famous for other water activities but Scuba Diving does not take place here.
Major dive sites for certified divers (may change based upon season and marine life):
If you are a beginner and want to experience diving for fun then half a day is enough to complete your diving. Make sure your slot is booked in advance. The above diving programs for Non-Swimmers or Beginners will be completed in half a day. However, if you are looking into going for advanced courses then a minimum of 4 days to 30 days may be required just to complete the course.
All of your scuba diving equipment, instruction, a guide, photographs, and movies are typically included in your package.
Andaman Island follows all professional standards of PADI schools. Strict protocols are in place for diving experience and safety is of prime importance.
A Dive Master accompanies you underwater.
If you are joined by children, it will be necessary to alternate turns during the diving activity. If there is available room, the child may join the boat during boat diving.
The minimum age group is 10 years, while the maximum age is 50 years.
The usual reporting time is from 8 AM - 10 AM
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12 Years To 50 Years
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