Diving Sites in Port Blair
If you have decided to take the leap of faith, then Havelock Island (now known as Swaraj Dweep) is your one-stop destination. The island is known for having the best diving spots in India. The azure waters are clear which ensures good visibility. Also, you will spot colourful corals at many sites. The PADI-certified, experienced divers at Dive Andaman (India) Pvt. Ltd. are committed to making sure that you have an experience of a lifetime under the water. The instructor will be with you during the whole time of your dive.
Havelock Island is dotted with a number of dive shops. But a PADI centre is recommended, especially if you are scuba diving for the very first time. The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) is an international organization and its centres are present everywhere. If you are vacationing in Havelock Island and want to go scuba diving, then trust none other than the best– Dive Andaman (India) Pvt. Ltd. It is a 5-star PADI facility and offers all kinds of dives and diving programs.
If you want to become a licensed or professional diver, then you will be happy to know that the Andaman Islands offer different certifications and licenses from certified schools. You can dive at basic dive sites around the world once you get the diving card.
If you are in the Andaman Islands and are willing to scuba dive, then trust none other than the best– Dive Andaman (India) Pvt. Ltd. Located in Havelock Island, this 5-star PADI centre is a renowned dive shop that offers all kinds of diving programs designed for beginners as well as experienced, along with recreational dives as well. Whether you want to go shore diving or boat diving, its diving professionals will make sure that you get exactly what you want.
It's absolutely fine even if you don’t know swimming. There are fun dives for which Havelock Island is very popular. You will be accompanied by your instructor under the water at all times and he will make sure that you feel safe. Scuba diving is the best way to explore the underwater world and it requires some level of familiarity with the water. Make sure that you go for it with a PADI-certified dive shop, especially if it is your first dive.
At Dive Andaman (India) Pvt. Ltd. in Havelock Island, you can enrol in various programs and dives as per your preference. It is absolutely fine if you have never ever dived in your life. Its trainers are experts in teaching newbies. They often have special training pools where you are taught the techniques so that you can get comfortable with being under the water and feel familiar before going out for the actual dive. There is a lot on offer for more advanced divers. All you have to do is show your PADI certification to the dive centre when you arrive and make the most of the island.
However, if you are not confident enough to go scuba diving but are willing to explore the beautiful underwater world, then you should go snorkelling or skin diving. Dive Andaman (India) Pvt. Ltd. will give you the required diving equipment and you can purchase it as well. You will also be provided flippers that help you to swim in the ocean. But you really have to be very careful that you never accidentally step on the living corals as the ecosystem is very delicate here.
If you are someone who is willing to partake in a bit unusual dives, then go for night dives, deep dives, and wreck dives. You can scuba dive all year round, but the best time is between October and May when the water is clearer and calmer. That’s why everything may get extra costly here during the peak season.
Entry Level Programmes
S.no. |
Details |
Cost (in Rs.) |
1. |
PADI Discover Scuba Diving (Compact Program/Mini DSD) Shore dive Boat dive |
4,500 5,500 |
2. |
PADI Discover Scuba Diving Shore dive Boat dive Extra dive (same day) |
6,000 7,500 3,500 |
3. |
PADI Open Water Diver Course (Basic- 4 days) (Premium- 5 days, private training, 2 extra dives, photos, videos) |
29,000 58,000 |
4. |
PADI Scuba Diver Course (2.5 days) |
19,400 |
S.no. |
Details |
Cost (in Rs.) |
1. |
PADI Adventure Diver (1-2 days, 3 Dives) |
16,600 |
2. |
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (2- 3 days, 5 Dives) Basic Premium (3 days, private training, 5 course dives + Extra Dive, photos, videos) |
24,500 45,000 |
3. |
PADI Rescue Diver (2-3 days) |
24,500 |
4. |
Emergency First Responder |
14,000 |
5. |
PADI Speciality Course with 2 dives |
13,900 |
6. |
PADI Speciality Course with 3 dives |
16,200 |
7. |
PADI Speciality Course with 4 dives |
19,700 |
8. |
PADI Enriched Air Diver - Nitrox (theory only) |
9,900 |
S.no. |
Details |
Cost (in Rs.) |
1. |
Discover Scuba Diving + Open Water Diver |
32,400 |
2. |
Open Water + Advanced Open Water Diver |
49,050 |
3. |
EFR + Rescue Diver |
34,650 |
S.no. |
Details |
Cost (in Rs.) |
1. |
1 day / 2 dives |
7,000 |
2. |
2 days / 4 dives |
14,000 |
3. |
3 days / 6 dives |
20,500 |
4. |
4 days / 8 dives |
27,000 |
5. |
5 days / 10 dives |
33,500 |
6. |
6 days / 12 dives |
40,000 |
7. |
7th day onwards / 2 dives |
5,000 each day |
8. |
Night dive |
4,500 |
S.no. |
Details |
Cost (in Rs.) |
1. |
Full Scuba Review (with 1 shore dive) |
7,500 |
2. |
Lite Scuba Review (with 2 boat dives) |
8,000 |
S.no. |
Details |
Cost (in Rs.) |
1. |
PADI Divemaster (course dives only) |
85,000 |
2. |
PADI Assistant Instructor- |
30,000 |
S.no. |
Details |
Cost (in Rs.) |
1. |
Snorkelling excursion (2 sites, boat) |
5,500 |
2. |
Snorkelling off the boat (1 site) |
3,500 |
3. |
Snorkelling off the shore (1 site) |
2,000 |