Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: Poor eyesight is not a technical issue for divers. The problem is that you cannot wear prescription glasses underwater as you’d have to wear a scuba mask and without your glasses, you may not be able to see underwater. This may also be risky at times. Most people wear contact lenses while scuba diving. If you do not wear contact lenses generally, you can get a set of disposable lenses just for your dive. The other option is to wear a prescription scuba mask that matches the power of your glasses. However, not all diving centres would have prescription scuba masks and it may be difficult to find one that matches your power.

Answer: The Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a world-renowned destination for freediving, with clear waters and abundant marine life. There are several PADI-certified dive centres and schools that offer the master freediver certification in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The Andamans is an ideal location to do a freediver course as it boasts warm waters, high visibility, and diverse marine life. The Andamans have a variety of dive sites ranging from shallow reefs to deeper wrecks, providing ample opportunities for you to test your skills as a freediver. While you are at it, you can also enjoy the beautiful underwater landscape of the Andamans. The region is home to over 500 species of fish, as well as sharks, turtles, and other fascinating marine creatures. Learning scuba diving in the Andamans promises to be an unforgettable adventure that will leave you with a lifelong passion for diving.

The PADI Night Diver Course in Andamans is designed to teach divers how to safely navigate and dive at night. The course covers a range of essential skills, including using dive lights to enhance visibility, communicating with your buddy through signals and hand gestures, and navigating in low-light conditions. Additionally, the course teaches divers how to manage underwater challenges specific to night diving, such as dealing with disorientation, handling emergencies, and identifying nocturnal marine life. By the end of the course, divers will have gained the knowledge and confidence needed to explore the underwater world at night.

Answer: The underwater marine life at the Red Pillar is very vibrant. One creature that you’ll spot everywhere is the seahorse. There are seahorses everywhere at the Red Pillar. The most common varieties of fish found here are clownfish, angelfish, snappers, fusiliers, and many reef fishes. There is an old scooter, a small lighthouse, and a cycle at the bottom of the Red Pillar. When you dive down, you’ll find that much local marine life including both flora and fauna has built its habitat around the scooter and the cycle. You will also see some giant fishes like crocodile fish, scorpionfish, and sting rays underwater.

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The cost of the master freediver course in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands varies depending on the specific dive centre, the duration of the course, and what exactly you add to the course. On average, you can expect to pay between INR 50,000 to INR 70,000 for the course. This will include all the days of training, open water dives, and equipment you need for scuba diving.

The PADI Night Diver certification card is proof that you have completed the course and have the necessary knowledge and skills to safely dive at night. With this certification, you can join night dives at dive centers and resorts around the world, explore nocturnal marine life, and experience the thrill of diving in a whole new way. The certification is recognized globally and is valid for a lifetime, making it an excellent investment for those who are passionate about scuba diving.

Answer: The cost of scuba diving for beginners at Red Pillar can start at INR 4500 and go up to INR 7000. The price of the scuba dive may vary depending on what you add or remove from your package. In almost all cases, the boat ride and an instructor who guides you underwater cannot be removed from the package. A short training is also mandatory before you dive at Red Pillar, even if you are a beginner or non-swimmer. What can be negotiated is the video and photo package added to the price. You may save some money if you remove them from your package. However, whether you are a beginner or a non-swimmer who wants to try scuba diving, you wouldn’t want to leave Havelock without having such a memorable underwater experience captured on camera, would you? If you planning to take an extended scuba diving course for certification, you may be charged anything between INR 6500 to INR 20,000 depending on the length of the course you opt for and the number of dives you take.

Answer: For the master freediver course, you will need a full set of freediving gear, including a wetsuit, fins, mask, weight belt, and snorkel. You may also want to bring additional gear, such as a freediving computer, nose clip, and lanyard.

Your instructor for the PADI Night Diver Course in Andamans will be a highly experienced and certified PADI instructor who has undergone specialized training to teach the course. They will have a thorough understanding of the safety protocols and techniques required for night diving and will be able to guide you through the course with professionalism and care. Your instructor will be available to answer any questions you may have and provide feedback on your progress to help you become a confident and safe night diver.

Answer: Anyone with a weak respiratory system is discouraged from scuba diving. This is because diving requires you to regulate your breath underwater since you’d be using oxygen from a tank. What you should do in such a situation is to consult your doctor about your ability to scuba dive. You should do the same thing if you have any sort of heart issue. Pregnant women are, however, not allowed to dive altogether as it may pose a risk to them.