Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: The Andaman Islands boasts of a lot of diving spots that you can explore along with your friends. Aquarium and Lighthouse are two very popular sites for scuba divers, especially, for those that are starting their scuba diving journey. You should definitely try Margherita’s Mischief and K-Rock in Neil Island, and the Nemo Reef in Govind Nagar where the dives are not too deep and good for beginners. Among the islands, Havelock has the most number dive spots. Since you have just started learning swimming and are beginning to learn scuba diving, you should try the spots with less depth like South Pilot Reef, Elephant beach, Mac Point, Bob’s Backyard, Nursery, Pilot Reef, and I-95.

Answer: The equipment required for the course varies depending on the level of the course. At a minimum, you will need a mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, and weight belt. For the advanced and master levels, additional equipment such as a weight system, buoy, and dive computer may be required.

Yes, the PADI Shore Diver Course is recognized internationally and is one of the most widely recognized scuba diving certifications in the world.

Answer: If you wear prescription glasses, you should know that you cannot wear them while you have a scuba mask on. Having a poor eyesight while scuba diving means not being able to see the gorgeous flora and fauna of the underwater world. Now, you are not going all the way to the Andaman Islands to scuba dive and not be able to see anything, correct? Here’s you solution: contact lens. Yes, you can still wear disposable contact lens for the duration of your dive. If you are uncomfortable wearing contact lens, you should contact the diving centre you have booked for your dive. Some scuba masks also come with prescription power that can match your power. If you diving centre has one, you can wear that. The cost of the dive may go up a little bit because of that, of course. Some experienced scuba divers also get their own scuba masks made with the correct prescription, which they wear for all their dives.

Answer: The length of the freediver course varies depending on the level of the course and your progress. The freediver course typically takes two days to complete, while the Advanced and Master courses may take longer.

No, you cannot dive alone after completing the PADI Shore Diver Course. The course only provides an introductory level of scuba diving and is designed to be completed under the supervision of a certified scuba diving instructor. To dive independently, you must complete a more advanced scuba diving course.

Answer: The short answer is Yes. While anyone above the age of 10 can scuba dive, certain medical conditions make it difficult for you to dive. For instance, since diving involves regulating your breath continuously under water anyone with a weak respiratory system should avoid the activity unless your doctor specifically tells you that you can dive. The same rule applies to the heart patients and pregnant women.

Answer: While some components of the course can be completed online, such as the knowledge development portion, the practical training sessions must be completed in person with a certified PADI instructor. This ensures that you receive the necessary hands-on training and guidance to safely and effectively learn the skills required for freediving.

The maximum depth for the PADI Shore Diver Course is 12 meters or 40 feet.

Answer: It can cost you anything between INR 4000 to INR 7000 to scuba dive in the Andaman Islands. The price is usually for a package that includes a training, a boat ride to the dive spot, an instructor, and photos and videos of your scuba journey. If you enrol in a scuba course, with a little bit more training and money, you can get a PADI scuba certification course.