Snorkelling At North Bay Island (Port Blair) At Shore

Activity Summary:

  • Snorkeling Duration For 15 Min To 20 Min
  • Instructor and Participant Ratio Is 1:1
  • Complementary Underwater Photography and Videography
  • Participants Should Be 8 Yrs and Above and Physically And Mentally Fit Enough To Dive
  • Swimming Not Required
  • Snorkeling Site - North Bay Island
  • To & From Speed Boat Ticket To Reach North Bay Island On Sharing Basis
  • Pick And Drop By a Cab From Any Of The Port Blair Hotel Within City Area To The Harbour
  • Outside City Area Hotels Pick Up And Drop Will Be Extra

Exclusion:

  • 18% GST will be applicable.
  • No Food, Drinks & Stay.

Things to Know Before Activity:

  • The best time for scuba diving: - 05:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Participants should be 12 yrs and above and physically and mentally fit enough to Dive
  • Swimming is not required (as it’s a beginners Dive)
  • Individuals of age 50 years and above, should carry their medical fitness certificate from a doctor, so that they can do Scuba Diving
  • Instant assistance will be provided during the case of emergency or uneasiness
  • Snorkelers must listen to the guide during the activity for their own safety
  • It has been advised to not eat before the activity. If you have eaten then you must do the activity after at least 2 hours

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

  • In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as adverse weather conditions, a full refund will be issued.
  • If the reservation is cancelled by the guest, the amount paid will be non-refundable.
  • If you wish to postpone your reservation due to unavoidable circumstances, you may reschedule within 2 to 3 days from the original booking date, subject to availability

Snorkelling in North Bay Island

The tropical waters of the Andaman Sea are ideal for snorkelling in Andaman – clear, calm, balmy and bursting with brilliant marine life. Snorkelling can be done year-round in Andamans. Snorkelling is the process of swimming on the surface of the water while outfitted with a designed tube known as a snorkel (A snorkel is a tube around 30 cm long, generally L or J-shaped and fixed with a mouthpiece at the lower end, and designed of rubber or plastic. It is applied for breathing air from over the water surface area when the wearer’s mouth area and nose are submerged) coupled with swim fins occasionally. Utilizing this equipment permits the snorkeller to notice underwater attractions for extended time periods with comparatively small effort. It is a well-known fun activity in Andamans.

Book Snorkelling at North Bay Island Online

North Bay Island is a popular destination in Port Blair. The beach and the snorkelling opportunities in its fringing coral reefs are the closest ones you will find at Port Blair. The corals at North Bay are rather good and spread over large areas. You shall spot many fishes, a lobster, or even clams on the coral reef. Life rings or jackets are provided during your snorkelling trip. A guide assists you while you snorkel. You do not require swimming skills to do this activity though swimming skills can help.

To reach North Bay, you'll have to take a ferry from the marine Jetty at the Aberdeen area. A tour guide will assist you every step of the way to make sure the experience is fluid and hassle-free. A usual snorkelling package already covers all the ticketing and transportation charges. Snorkelling equipment and other necessities are provided by the vendor, so all you have to do is dive and explore. Alternatively, you can book the ferry on your own and make a trip to the island with your own equipment and snorkel there for long hours.

Why is North Bay Island Popular for Snorkelling?

  • North Bay Island exists on the offshore of Port Blair, is a beautiful and stunning snorkelling location that offers excellent marine diversity and ideal snorkelling conditions in shallow, warm water.
  • Below the calm, placid seas lie endless colours of coral reefs that hug the island and schools of tropical fish, sea urchins, and possibly a sea turtle or two. North Bay Island can be enjoyed by both novice and experienced snorkelers alike, since the "depth" of the marine world is easy to access, as swimming, which requires no diving down or surfacing very far from the shore.
  • It was so calm with such great visibility that it felt as if the ocean, too, wanted us to explore it. To snorkel is not simply to observe aquatic life forms, but to be suspended in warm water in a magnificent and living, uninhabited beauty.

What is the Age limit Criteria for Snorkelling in Andaman Islands?

Children above 10 years of age and people below 60 can easily enjoy snorkelling, given an experienced snorkeler is present there to assist. The activity is quite open to everyone and with proper assistance one can easily enjoy this at the beautiful Andaman Nicobar Islands. Regardless of the given permissions and allowance to several tourists around the world there are several restrictions which need to be followed before participating in the activity.

People who are not allowed to Snorkel in the isles include:

  • Pregnant Women.
  • Senior citizens above the age of 60.
  • People with heart conditions.
  • People with breathing difficulties.
  • People under heavy medication or in need of care.
  • People with have psychological conditions which cause distortion or panic underwater.

Choose us for Safe Snorkelling Experience

A reliable company that has consistently provided the best cruise package offers across the islands designed to meet the preferences of all our valuable customers, and is capable of full arrangement of itineraries to fulfil each individual's specific needs. As a tour operating company, we have set high expectations on complete arrangements for your water-sports activities, yacht dinners and parties in the Andaman Islands, and our professional team at Andaman Island Travels and Yacht Cruises, will always strive to show you the best time while you are with us. We understand this is one of the days you have been looking forward to in your life and you can trust us to take care of all your requests when it comes to an exciting water-sports activity in the Andaman Islands. We ensure everything from the smallest factor, to the biggest, is always taken care of.

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