Cost of Scuba Diving in Andaman Islands

Apr 19, 2023
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Cost of Scuba Diving in Andaman Islands

Your trip to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is incomplete if you don’t go scuba diving here. The island is known for its white sandy beaches, turquoise lagoons, colourful corals and azure water that is home to enthralling marine life. That’s why scuba diving in the Andaman Islands is no less than a magical experience. The island is the one-sought destination for all kinds of enthralling water activities but scuba diving is the most sought-after one.

Anyone can scuba dive as there are no real barriers when it comes to age, fitness level, or enjoyment. Whether you are a swimmer or a non-swimmer, anyone can enjoy the marvellous aquatic life that the emerald isles have to offer. Water enthusiasts and water babies particularly love this thrilling and amazing adventure activity. You will be provided with scuba gear that is required to explore the underwater world. A truly rewarding experience in every sense, scuba diving is sure to give you a lifetime of memories. To get a glimpse of the underwater world at its best, go scuba diving in the Andaman Islands. The marine world here has plenty to offer divers of all skill levels.

There are a number of great diving spots in the Andaman Islands. Of late, even newer and deeper sites are being discovered. These are highly recommended. There are unique characteristics of every dive site with regard to topography and marine life. There are diving sites for all kinds of people–beginners and experts. This island is a great place for getting PADI certified as well.

Cost of Scuba Diving in the Andaman Islands

Below are the tables of scuba diving prices in the Andamans:

Scuba Diving for Non-Swimmers

S.no.	Dive Type	Cost (in Rs.)
1.	Pool DSD Confined practice	2,000
2.	PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program (Boat)	6,500
3.	PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program (Shore)	4,500
4.	Guided Snorkelling	2,500
5.	Guided Snorkelling (Boat)	4,000

Scuba Diving for Beginners Swimmers

S.no.	Dive Type	Cost (in Rs.)
1.	PADI Scuba Diver Course	20,000
2.	PADI Open Water Course	28,000
3.	PADI Open Water Course (Referral Diver)	16,000
4.	PADI Advanced Open Water Course	25,000
5.	PADI Emergency First Aid Responder Course	10,000
6.	PADI Rescue Course	22,000
7.	PADI Dive Master Course	70,000

Speciality Dive Courses for Divers & Professionals

S.no.	Dive Type	Cost (in Rs.)
1.	Wreck Dive Speciality	16,000
2.	Drift Dive Speciality	16,000
3.	Underwater Naturalist Speciality	14,000
4.	Underwater Navigation Speciality	14,000
5.	Underwater Photograph Speciality	19,000
6.	Peak Performance Buoyancy Speciality	14,000
Night Dive Speciality	15,000
8.	Project AWARE Speciality (classroom session)	6,000
9.	Deep Dive Speciality	12,000
10.	Boat Dive Speciality	10,000
11.	O2 Provider Speciality (classroom session)	10,000

Scuba Gear to be Used

With the help of scuba diving equipment, you can visit the marine world by making it possible to breathe under the water, see, and move comfortably. The gear makes you somewhat of an aquatic being (if only for a little while) as you are a land-dweller. You can see everything clearly with your mask. A scuba regulator and tank provide the air you need.

For efficient swimming, you will need fins. A wetsuit will keep you warm. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, you are going to need all these. When choosing scuba gear, the three most important considerations are fit, comfort, and suitability. You will find a wide variety at the PADI dive shop. Its staff will give you more information and assistance in finding the perfect diving equipment for you.

Dive Andaman Offering the Best Scuba Diving Experience in Havelock Island

Our PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors)-certified instructor will take you into the shallow water where the water level is at your chest. It will be a short confined session that is followed by paperwork and a descriptive briefing. You will learn to manage and properly use scuba gear during the practice session. And finally, you will take your first breath under the water. It’s going to be a thrilling and memorable moment in your life! You will never forget this.

For easy communication under the water, you will be taught a few hand signals. When you start descending underwater, the change in pressure causes discomfort to your eardrums and it may cause you pain. That’s why your instructor will also teach you how to equalize underwater so that you do not feel any pain.

For a one-time scuba diving experience, you do not need to know swimming. Your instructor will make sure that you are able to enjoy your time under the magical waters of the island along with feeling safe and secure.

Highlights of Scuba Diving in the Andaman Islands

Admire the gorgeous corals and fishes for around half an hour at a depth of 8-12 meters.
Interesting marine creatures like Humpback Parrotfish, Octopus, Fusiliers, Lobsters, Lionfish, and a lot more can be witnessed in its waters.
Your beautiful experiences under the water can be captured by a professional photographer so that you can bring photos back with you to your home and show them to your friends and family.
Scuba diving in the Andamans is a completely safe activity. A certified PADI instructor will accompany you at all times under the water.

Factors that influence Scuba Diving

There are more than 40 places to dive in the Andaman Islands. Various factors that influence the perfect diving experience are mentioned below:

Safety
Weather
Water depth
Water current
Fish population
Clarity of water
Population of corals

You don’t exactly need how to swim to be able to scuba dive. But it does help to know swim. Since you are trained in swimming, you’d be able to better control the air pressure while diving as you’ll have good control over your breath. You’ll also be able to glide underwater effortlessly. Nonetheless, it doesn’t matter how expert a swimmer you are, if you are a beginner in scuba diving, you still need a guide to help you explore the underwater world.