Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: If you are an adrenaline junkie and want to go for various water activities like snorkelling, scuba diving, etc., then the best time to go to the Andaman Islands is from October to April. During these months, the weather is pleasant and suitable for water sports. These months are ideal for sightseeing as well. 

There are a lot of fun activities that you can do in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands ranging from underwater walking, bird watching, and scuba diving, to glass boat rides, trekking, star gazing, and cruise rides.

Answer: Located in Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Jolly Buoy Island is home to colourful corals and rich underwater life. Whether you want to go snorkelling or get a sun-kissed tan, its beaches are perfect for both. Please note that night stays or camping is not allowed on this island. The island promises you a long stretch of pristine white sandy beaches with hues of turquoise waters fringed with a drool-worthy coastline. It is located near Wandoor, a short drive of 30 kilometres from Port Blair. Rich in exotic corals and marine life, the island is adorned with surrealism and tranquillity where one can find nature in its purest form. 

Answer: Your vacation in the Andaman Islands is incomplete if you don’t go scuba diving here. Havelock Island, which was renamed to Swaraj Dweep in 2018, is known for being the best diving spot in Andamans. This is popular for having white sandy beaches, hypnotising turquoise lagoons, colourful corals, tempting cobalt waters, and enthralling marine life. Imagine going into the depths of such a magical place! It would be an experience of a lifetime. People from all over the world come to the Andaman Islands to experience this amazing water adventure activity, and their preference is Havelock Island because that’s the one-stop destination for enjoying so many water sports. 

Answer: In Discover Scuba Diving (DSD), you will be taught the basic safety guidelines and skills that are required for diving. You will be under the direct supervision of a PADI professional. You will practice a couple of more skills in shallow water to prepare yourself for an incredible adventure in case you make an open water dive. You will:

• Get familiar with the scuba equipment you are going to use and see for yourself how easy it is to move around under the water with the gear.
• Breathe underwater.
• Learn important skills needed for scuba diving.
• Have fun exploring the jaw-dropping marine world.
• Know about becoming a certified diver by doing the PADI Open Water Diver course.

Answer: One of the most popular beaches in the Andaman Islands, Elephant Beach in Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) is known for snorkelling. This pristine beach is perfect for exploring the underwater world via this enthralling activity. The sand here is white that merges with the azure waters of the Andaman Sea. Such a sight to behold! Take a dip in the water and observe the reefs and aquatic life by being a part of the underwater world for some time. 

Answer: The best time to scuba dive at Pilot Reef in Havelock Island is around November to March. You can also visit the diving site around the onset of winter in October as well. The weather around November is perfect because there are fewer chances of rain and thunderstorm. Scuba diving is not possible when it rains; hence, you should avoid the peak monsoon season. Even if you visit Havelock during rainy season, you would be able to only dive on days when the weather is good. However, the decision for the dive lies with your instructor. Also, sometimes the northern part of the Pilot Reef is not conducive for a dive when the winds flow into Havelock from the east.