Frequently Asked Questions

Many boat charter companies offer private charters for individuals or small groups. However, the cost of the charter may be higher if you're booking the boat for fewer people.

Answer: Dixon’s Pinnacle is without a doubt the best place to scuba dive on Havelock Island. The diving site along with Jackson’s Bar and Johnny’s Gorge form the holy trinity of scuba diving sites on Havelock Island. Every year, scuba divers from all around the world visit Havelock Island to test their diving skills at Dixon’s Pinnacles. The name comes Dixon comes from the person who first discovered the dive site. The diving site also has three pinnacles underwater that you can explore. The dive at Dixon’s Pinnacles is deep and the view is incredibly beautiful. It is one of the major cleaning stations for many marine animals.

Answer: The cost of a scuba diving session on Snake Island depends on how much duration you want to stay underwater and the operator you choose for the same. Typically, the price ranges between INR 5,000 and INR 10,000 per individual.

The duration of the PADI Specialty Instructor Course varies depending on the specialty you choose. Typically, the course takes 2-3 days to complete, including theory and practical training sessions. However, some specialties may require additional time or prerequisites.

To go scuba diving, one needs to be aged 10 years and older and must have a reasonable physical fitness level. One should be comfortable in the water and have a sense of adventure.

Answer: Dixon’s Pinnacle is known to have one of the deepest depths among all the diving sites on Havelock Island. The diving depth starts at 16 which is more that the maximum depth at many diving sites. You can go as deep as 35 metres or even more at the dive site. The visibility is low at that depth but you can still easily see the various flora and fauna.

Answer: You will be required to bring your dive equipment including a regulator, fins, mask, and a wetsuit. Nonetheless, a majority of scuba diving operators provide the dive gear for rent.

To enroll in a PADI Specialty Instructor Course, you must be a certified PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor or higher and have the necessary training and experience in the specialty area you wish to teach. Some specialties may have additional prerequisites, such as minimum dive experience or certification in related specialties.

Fortunately, there is no upper age limit for learning to scuba dive. However, certain conditions may stop you from diving either temporarily or permanently such as conditions associated with lung functions. It is never too late to learn scuba diving as long as you have good physical and mental conditioning. Many divers don’t stop in their 70s even!

Answer: Dixon’s Pinnacle could be of the deepest and hardest dives at Havelock Island. That’s why the diving spot is only meant for experienced divers who have advanced-level scuba diving certifications. Since experienced divers usually dive for recreational purposes, they are usually charged per dive. Each diving package is around INR 4500-7000 depending on what is included. You’ll get a boat ride and a guide within the package. Even if you are an experienced diver, you’d need a guide who’s familiar with the dive site so that they can take you to the right spots. You can also have videos and photos taken of your dive; the cost of the package may be impacted by this. Some diving packages also include accommodation. In such cases, the cost of your dive will be impacted by the type of accommodation you are provided.