Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: The following are the charges for scuba diving courses for beginner swimmers in Havelock Island:

• PADI Scuba Diver Course: Rs. 20,000 
• PADI Open Water Course: Rs. 28,000 
• PADI Open Water Course (Referral Diver): Rs. 16,000

Once you reach the dive site, you will be required to wear the proper equipment for scuba diving and listen to all the instructions carefully before embarking on your underwater experience. The universal underwater signs for communication will be taught to you. 

Answer: The following are the charges for scuba diving courses for beginner swimmers in Neil Island:

• PADI Rescue Course: Rs. 22,000 
• PADI Dive Master Course: Rs. 70,000 

Answer: The following are the charges for scuba diving courses for beginner swimmers in Port Blair:

• PADI Advanced Open Water Course: Rs. 25,000 
• PADI Emergency First Aid Responder Course: Rs. 10,000 

Answer: A subset of the PADI Open Water Diver course, the Scuba Diver program is the best for you if you are short on time but really want to become a diver. This beginner-level diving course is your best bet especially if you want to go diving with a dive guide. Scuba Diver is an intermediate step for earning an Open Water Diver certification.   

PADI Scuba Divers are qualified to:

• Scuba dive under the direct supervision of a PADI professional to a maximum depth of 12 metres (40 feet).
• Obtain air fills, rent, or purchase scuba equipment
• Participate in dive activities as long as properly supervised
• Continue dive training by completing the Open Water Diver certification
• Take certain speciality diver courses

Answer: Meant for beginners, PADI Open Water Diver is the first scuba certification level. You will be taught to scuba dive in a relaxed, supportive learning environment by a highly-trained PADI instructor. After the completion of the course, you will have the knowledge and skills for diving across the world and exploring the underwater world.   

In this course, you will learn how to do the following:

• Manage your buoyancy
• Assemble and use scuba gear
• Be a confident and skilled diver
• Respectfully approach marine life
• Handle common scuba diving problems

After this course, you will be capable of doing the following:

• Supporting ocean protection
• Seeing things you have never seen before
• Exploring the other 70 per cent of our planet
• Diving with scuba diving experts across the world 
• Carrying the world’s most recognized scuba certification

Answer: A PADI beginner program, Emergency First Response primary and secondary care course trains you for critical moments. It teaches you what you have to do between when a life-threatening emergency occurs and when emergency medical services arrive. You will learn how to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), provide first aid for easing pain, assess various injuries and illnesses, and practise bandaging and splinting. After this course, you can also be trained regarding how to provide CPR and first aid for children and infants. Your EFR instructor can also teach you how to use Automated External Defibrillators (AED).

Answer: Havelock Island Beach Resort (HIBR) is a sought-after beachfront property in the Andaman Islands. It is suitable for all kinds of travellers whether you are travelling on your own, with friends, with family, or partner. It is well-equipped with all the ultra-modern facilities that make your stay comfortable and fun.

Answer: At night, the most beautiful way to wind up your day would be to enjoy a candlelight dinner with your significant other by the seashore. Imagine expressing your love for each other amid the crashing sound of waves and moonlight reflecting on the ocean! The whole set-up would be straight out of a fairytale. Havelock Island Beach Resort will leave no stone unturned to give you what you wish for. 

Answer: For all the foodies out there, get ready to satisfy your taste buds. Nemo Café & Bar at Havelock Island Beach Resort offers an exclusive menu that comprises a wide variety of cuisines. Whether you are a vegetarian or non-vegetarian, you will be served all kinds of mouth-watering snacks and dishes here. The main course for dinner is also served as per the requests of the guests. If you love seafood, then this is the best place for you on the entire Havelock Island. You are definitely going to love its special aroma and flavours. Speaking of drinks, the café has all kinds of hot and cold beverages such as coffee, fresh juices, smoothies, and cocktails, along with a number of hard drinks like beer, wine, scotch, etc.

Treat yourself to authentic international and Indian cuisines while you are here. All the arrangements will be made by the resort as per your requirements and preferences.

Answer: If you are a nature enthusiast and an ocean lover, then you have to go under the sea to witness the richness of the marine life of the Andaman Islands. Havelock Island is the hub of water activities and thus, when you are here, you should go scuba diving, snorkelling, sea walking, etc. If you are interested, then just tell the resort’s staff. They will arrange everything for you as per your requirements.