Frequently Asked Questions

Upon completion of the course, you will receive a PADI Underwater Naturalist certification card.

You might that something as exciting and adventurous as scuba diving will cost you a bomb, right? You are wrong. In India, the cost of scuba diving is anywhere between INR 4,500 to 7,000. This includes training, necessary gear, and a guide to follow you under the water. Moreover, there are a lot of diving centres in the Andamans Islands that will offer many packaged services, so with a little more money you can add a few more water sports activities to your scuba diving package. Many resorts and hotels have in-house water sports centres and offer water activities as part of their stay package. If you want to get a scuba certification, depending on the number of days you intend to stay and the number of dives you want to take, the cost can be anywhere between INR 6,500 to INR 20,000. However, you cannot pursue a certification course in scuba if you do not know how to swim.

Answer: The Rescue Diver is an advanced scuba diving course that teaches divers to identify and handle potential dive crises. The course consists of theory sessions as well as practical exams, comprising simulated rescue situations.

PADI Divemasters can work as professional dive guides, instructors, or dive shop employees in India and around the world. Some popular career paths include:

• Dive center or resort management
• Underwater photography and videography
• Marine conservation and research
• Liveaboard dive boat crew
• Technical diving instruction

Yes, you can take the PADI Underwater Naturalist Course online through the PADI eLearning platform.

Answer: The Dive Master is the highest level of certificate in scuba diving. It consists of theory sessions, practical exams, and a training period with a certified dive instructor. The course teaches divers to become capable of leading and supervising dive operations and to be able to help in scuba diving courses.

The cost of the PADI Divemaster course varies depending on the location, dive center, and equipment rental fees. In India, the course typically costs between INR 60,000-80,000 (USD 800 to 1100).

 If you have a medical condition, you will need to consult with a physician before taking the PADI Underwater Naturalist Course. You may need to provide a medical clearance form before diving.

Nothing can stop you from scuba diving, even poor eyesight. However, while you can scuba dive if you wear glasses, you cannot wear your regular prescription glasses underwater. This is because the glasses would interfere with your mask and hinder the view. There are two options for people who wear glasses and plan to scuba dive: you can wear a powered prescription scuba mask (most scuba centres have prescription masks, but it is better to consult with them beforehand) or wear a contact lens. If you do not wear contact lenses regularly you can get some disposable lenses for your dive.

Answer: The prerequisites for taking a scuba diving course are entirely dependent on the kind of course you opt for. Usually, for Open Water Diver, individuals must be at least 10 years of age and possess basic skills in swimming. In the case of Advanced Open Water Diver, individuals must possess the certification of Open Water Diver or an equivalent. For Rescue Diver, participants must have a certification in Advanced Open Water Diver and must have finished a CPR and a first aid course within the last 24 months.