Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: The Aquarium is one of the best places to scuba dive in the Andaman Islands. If you want to explore the underwater world in all its vibrant glory, you should visit Aquarium. The light water current and amazing visibility even at 12 metres under the water is what make this spot so attractive among scuba diving lovers. The best part is that the diving spot is great for scuba diving beginners. You can scuba dive at Aquarium even if you do not know how to swim. The highlight of the spot is the myriad of incredibly beautiful marine life that survives under the water. Swim with shoals of rainbow-hued fish and explore the majestic coral reef thriving in the Andaman Islands.

Answer: The PADI basic freediver course is safe when it is taught by a qualified PADI freediving instructor. PADI instructors are trained to follow strict safety protocols, such as proper buddy procedures, depth limits, and emergency procedures. They will also provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to prevent and handle common freediving risks, such as shallow water blackouts and hyperventilation.

While the PADI Wreck Diver course is designed specifically for those who want to learn how to safely explore shipwrecks, the skills you learn in the course are applicable to all types of diving. Proper buoyancy control and dive planning are essential skills for any diver, and the PADI Wreck Diver course can help you develop these skills to become a safer and more confident diver.

When the monsoon season comes around from June to September, you can't really go fishing. It is not a good idea because it is not safe. The monsoon season makes the seas very rough. You cannot see very far so fishing becomes really hard. Most fishing charters only go out sometimes during this time. You might not be able to find a trip. If you want to visit during the monsoon season you should be ready for bad weather to mess up your plans. You should ask the fishing operators if they are going out. 

Answer: Havelock is a magnet for scuba diving lovers. This is because the island has numerous diving spots spread on all its sides. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced scuba diver, you can always find the right diving spot for yourself. Besides Aquarium, beginners can try diving from the Lighthouse and I-95. You can also try J-Table, V-16, Mac Point, and Bob’s Backyard, which are open for all levels of scuba divers. The diving depth of Jackson’s Bar, Johnny’s Gorge, Wall, and Junction diving sites are much deeper and, hence, are specifically meant for seasoned divers.

Answer: The PADI Master Freediver course is the highest level of freediving certification offered by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI). This course is designed for experienced freedivers who are looking to refine their techniques and take their skills to the next level. The course focuses on building endurance, improving technique, and increasing depth.

The PADI Night Diver Course in Andaman is a program designed to help divers acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to dive safely and comfortably at night. It covers topics such as specialized equipment for night diving, communication techniques between divers, and navigation skills in low-light conditions. The course typically involves three open-water dives and takes two days to complete. Upon successful completion, divers will receive a PADI Night Diver certification card, allowing them to dive at night with a buddy or guide. The course is taught by certified PADI instructors who are specially trained to teach night diving.

Starting fresh? Try surface popping around Andaman Islands, then move into light tackle or reef fishing. Near reefs and shallow zones, water stays accessible, ideal for newcomers. Calm conditions make these islands a solid pick when learning to cast and reel. Guides here know their way around instruction, so picking up skills feels natural. Fun sneaks in easily, mostly because help is always nearby. Fishing here means learning step by step, guided gently. A first try feels calm, made possible by patient instruction near the shores of Andaman Sea.

Answer: The Red Pillar is a shallow reef whose depth can be anything between 5 to 12 metres. Because of its shallow depth, it is considered one of the best diving sites for beginners and even those who do not how to swim. The shallow reef also ensures that the visibility is very clear underwater at the Red Pillar.

Answer: To enrol in the PADI Master Freediver course, you must be at least 18 years old, have a PADI Advanced Freediver certification (or equivalent), have completed the Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care (CPR and First Aid) course within the past 24 months, and have completed at least 60 logged freediving sessions, including at least 30 sessions to a depth of 10 meters/33 feet or deeper.