Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: The Wall’s excellent position near a channel between Havelock and Peel Island ensures that there is a very rich marine ecosystem at its depth. You’ll find yourself flanked by fan corals on almost all sides. You’ll also come across massive groups of butterfly fish, snappers, parrotfish, and angel fish. Moray eels and Barracuda are also very common at the Wall. But that is just the small fish. The Wall attracts many giant fishes like the puffer, scorpion fish and napoleon wrasse. You may also spot some dog tooth tuna and giant trevallies. In terms of beauty, the Wall surpasses all diving spots. You’d be able to spot small caves, many feather stars and hydroid trees floating in the water.

Answer: The PADI rescue diver course typically takes between 4 to 7 days to complete, depending on the pace of the course and the number of students enrolled. However, the length of the course may vary depending on various factors, such as your learning speed and availability. You may also want to extend the number of dives you want to take. Apart from the physical training, the PADI Rescue Diver course also has to be taken online through PADI eLearning. You can complete the course at your own pace and on your schedule, but it usually takes 8-12 hours. You will have to do the final in-person portion of the course with a PADI-certified instructor.

Yes, the PADI Drift Diver course is designed for divers of all experience levels, including those who have never done a drift dive before. The course will teach you the skills and techniques necessary to safely and comfortably navigate and enjoy drift dives.

Answer: The Wall is one of the best places to scuba dive if you are in the Andaman Islands. It was the first diving spot to be discovered on Havelock Island in 2004. The scuba diving site attracts divers from across the world to explore its immensely beautiful marine life and experience the challenge of a deep dive. It is a favourite spot among advanced-level scuba divers. The strong current and the depth attract a lot of incredulous and giant aquatic fauna like napoleon wrasse and giant trevallies. The fan-shaped corals colour the entire diving spot red.

Answer: The Andaman and Nicobar Islands offers some of the most spectacular dive sites in India. If you're interested in taking a PADI rescue diver program on the islands, there are several options to choose from. Some of the most popular choices include diving centres in Havelock Island, Neil Island, and Port Blair. These centres offer comprehensive courses with experienced instructors and modern equipment. The region boasts a diverse range of marine life, including sharks, rays, and colourful fish, making it an ideal location for learning rescue diving skills while enjoying the beauty of the underwater world.

To prepare for the PADI Drift Diver course, you can review the course materials and study the techniques and skills covered in the course. You can also practice your diving skills, including buoyancy control and navigation, to build confidence and improve your diving abilities. Additionally, it is recommended to stay in good physical condition and get plenty of rest before starting the course.

Answer: The Wall diving site is close to Havelock Island in Andaman and Nicobar Island. You’d have to first reach Havelock Island via a ferry as there is no other way to go to Havelock. Also, as a tourist, you’d only get ferries from Port Blair. Port Blair also has an international airport and has regular flights from many places in India and some neighbouring countries. Your flight ticket is the only big travel expense that you have to make. The ferries that start from the Phoenix Jetty at Port Blair are very cheap and cost you just around INR 300-500 per person. You can also get chair cars to sit and enjoy the stunning view. Havelock Island is around 70 km away from Port Blair, so you may need 2-3 hours to reach the island. The Wall’s diving spot is again another 15-20 minutes away from Havelock. You’ll get many boat rides to the spot at diving centres. The diving centres usually add the cost of a boat ride to the full diving package.

Answer: The PADI rescue diver course covers a wide range of topics, including self-rescue and diver stress, emergency management and equipment, panicked diver response, in-water rescue breathing protocols, and first aid for pressure-related injuries. You'll also learn a variety of skills to help you manage dive emergencies. These skills include how to respond to a panicked diver, how to rescue an unresponsive diver, how to perform in-water rescue breathing, how to assist a tired or stressed diver, and how to navigate and communicate effectively during a dive emergency.

The PADI Project Aware course is an environmental certification course that teaches divers about the importance of protecting the underwater world. It is a specialty course offered by PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) that focuses on the role of divers in protecting the marine environment.

Answer: Post the discovery of the Wall, divers started to explore the underwater to discover many other incredible diving spots. Today, Havelock is teeming with diving spots all around the island. If you are new to scuba diving or just want to try it, go to Aquarium, Lighthouse, and Slope. They are the most popular diving spots for beginners. There are also many other diving spots like Inket Wrek, White House Rock, Broken Ledge, Jackson’s Bar, and Johnny’s Gorge.