Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: As difficult as it may look, scuba diving is quite an easy water activity. The instructor will give brief training to you in which you will learn the basics of diving. He will also teach how to learn the scuba diving gear properly. After gaining the relevant knowledge, you will find it easy to dive into the water and have a great experience. The instructor will be present with you at all times so that you can feel safe under the water.

If you are afraid of water, it is important to communicate with your instructor beforehand. They will provide you with the necessary support and training to help you overcome your fear and enjoy the experience. You can also consider taking a private course or a course with a smaller group size to help you feel more comfortable.

Yes, there are no prerequisites for the course. However, it is recommended that participants have some basic knowledge of first aid techniques.

If you just want to try scuba diving and are a non-swimmer, you may have to pay around INR 4500 to INR 6500 for your dive. Most diving centres at Mac Point, Havelock Island offer packages to diving enthusiasts. A typical diving package will include scuba diving gear, a boat ride to the diving spot, and an instructor who will guide you through your dive underwater. You can also get a video made and get some pictures clicked of your diving experience. Videos and photos are usually added to the package, so, whether or not you keep them will impact the cost of your package. If you want a scuba certification, the cost will vary depending on how many days the training course is and the number of dives you plan to take. The packages for scuba certification start at around INR 6500 and can go up to INR 20,000.

Answer: Yes, kids are allowed to go scuba diving on the island. However, the minimum age limit is ten years. In addition to that, the instructor will examine the kid before the activity. Only after proper examination, it will be decided whether your kid is allowed to go for it or not. The instructor will accompany him/her during the activity.

PADI Discover Scuba Diving Course is a program designed to introduce non-divers to scuba diving, while PADI Open Water Diver Course is a certification course that allows you to dive independently with a dive buddy up to 18 meters (60 feet) deep. PADI Open Water Diver Course involves more in-depth theory sessions and training in skills such as navigation and buoyancy control.

The passing grade for the course is 80%.

Mac Point can be primarily accessed from Havelock Island, while some people also travel from Neil Island. The only way to reach Havelock Island is by ferry from Port Blair. You can take a flight to Port Blair’s Veer Savarkar International Airport and then take a public ferry from the government-run jetty. Taking a public ferry will save you a lot of money as the price of the tickets is around INR 300-500 per person on one side. Havelock Island is around 70 km from Port Blair, so it would take you 2-3 hours for you to reach your destination. Any diving centre you book your scuba diving appointment with will give you a boat ride to Mac Point, the cost of which will be covered in your scuba diving package.

Answer: Yes, the scuba diving gear is included in the package. Since not everyone knows how to use it, a session is conducted to introduce the diver to the gears as well as explain the safety measures. Gears are included, however, if you want underwater photos as well, then you have to pay extra.

The PADI Bubblemaker program is a scuba diving experience designed for children aged 8 and above. It is an introductory scuba diving course that allows children to experience the underwater world in a safe and controlled environment. The program is conducted by PADI-certified instructors and includes a brief training session and a pool dive.