- Updated March 4, 2026
- Ishita Lohani
Scuba Diving
Dive in the Scuba Capital of India
Don’t Skip the Briefing
Pay close attention to your instructor’s dive briefing—it covers hand signals, safety steps, and what to expect underwater, making your dive smoother and safer.
Don’t Skip the Briefing
Pay close attention to your instructor’s dive briefing—it covers hand signals, safety steps, and what to expect underwater, making your dive smoother and safer.
A Single Dive will Change your Life. Do Scuba.
Watch the corals sway and the fish dance with the surges of the water. Get lost in the colourful busy movements of the reef, or the vastness of the deep blue. Let your everyday stress disappear and feel the sense of calmness and awe that the ocean pours over you.
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Fee: Starts from Rs.6500/-
Timings: 05:30 am to 12:30 pm
G2A Tip: Reach the dive shop at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time for briefing and paperwork.
Wondering what’s Scuba Diving?
Scuba Diving, in definition, is the act of existing underwater with a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA), basically, an activity where you stay underwater for a long time using special equipment and an oxygen tank. The setup requires technical help so you can’t just bring in your swim suit and a tank to do it. You need expert dive masters. And that’s why you need to book a slot with them to do scuba diving.
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Why Book Scuba Diving?
- Scuba Capital of India
- The Number 1 Activity for Non-Swimmers.
- Feelings of Weightlessness
- High Underwater Visibility
- Best Scuba Instructors
- Best Dive Shops
- Quality & Safety Focused
- Tried & Tested
Should I Dive in Havelock or Neil Island?
This is a difficult question to answer because they’re all beautiful! But there are a few differences that may help you pick a dive spot that’s perfect for you.
Havelock:
Havelock is hands-down the most popular dive destination on the islands.
- You can do both shore and boat dives here. The shore dives are generally more crowded and the boat dives are done at spots that are more secluded. All the spots are stunning and bustling with marine life.
- After arriving by the Port Blair to Havelock ferry, most divers head straight to their chosen dive centers to kick off their underwater adventures.
- Havelock is where diving started on the islands and it has continued to be the hub for divers, beginner and advanced, from all over the country and the world.
Neil Island:
Neil Island is no less, in fact, it is more.
- Neil has got everything that Havelock has, with the added advantage of being more secluded and still in pristine conditions. If you’re someone who prefers it all Far, Far From the Madding Crowd, then this is the place for you.
- It is almost guaranteed that when diving in Neil, you will get high-visibility underwater and many bright corals and fishes.
If you are on a short trip, then you should skip Neil Island altogether and choose to do your dives at Havelock or at Port Blair.
Should you book a Boat dive or a Shore dive?
Note: We are currently not offering Shore Dives. But don’t be discouraged, Boat Dives are always more fun and the underwater world is always richer.
If you have any questions or doubts at all, don’t hesitate to call or text us! You can also book a call with us.
Here are some differences between each type of dive to help you make an informed decision:
| Shore Dive | Boat Dive |
| Dive at the beautiful reef at Beach No. 2 | Dive off a boat at a picturesque location close to Havelock |
| Great for beginners who may be mildly uncomfortable in the water | Perfect for beginners who are fully comfortable in the water |
| Due to its immense popularity, this spot can get a little crowded around high and peak seasons | An exclusive experience at more secluded spots |
| Can spot some colourful fish like clownfish & parrotfish. May also be able to spot a turtle close to nesting season! | Rich Underwater Reef Life with many species of fish and other marine life! |
How to book your dive?
Choose from the different options available below. Click on the ‘Book Now’ button, choose your dates, enter your details, make payment and that’s it! Your diving will be booked. You will be able to cancel it any time 24-hour before the event and get a full refund.
Fee: Starts from Rs.6500/-
Timings: 05:30 am to 12:30 pm
G2A Tip: Reach the dive shop at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time for briefing and paperwork.
What happens after you book your dive?
- You will get a confirmation on the email ID that you use for booking. That will have the details of the location and dive shop you have to go to.
- Go to the dive shop as instructed in the email.
- Fill in your dive and waiver form (standard procedure)
Now, the fun part will start.
- The staff at dive shop will help you with your equipment fittings. You will be fitted with a mask, flippers, dive suit and BCD (jacket-like thing that helps you float and hold other equipment together) of your size.
- A professional diver will tell you everything you need to enjoy underwaters & stay safe. There will be a briefing session on what to do, basic breathing skills and how to use the equipments.
- Once you are confident, and ready to dive…
- Walk to the picturesque shore dive spot via land with your diver. If you are taking boat dive, you will get on your boat and go to a secluded diving spot.
- Practice the basic skills on the surface of the water & then go under water.
- Go on a full dive and see colourful fish and live corals. You can go approximately 40ft deep.
- Come back to the dive shop post-dive (via boat if you are on a boat-dive) and receive your Discover Scuba Dive certificate
Why Book NOW?
We work with the best dive shops in the Andamans and they get booked out pretty quickly, sometimes a month or two in advance. If you decide to book after you arrive at the Andamans, chances are that you may have to dive with a mediocre dive shop which can dilute the entire experience. So secure your spot now and even if you change your mind, we will give a full refund 24-hour before the trip.
Is it safe?
It’s absolutely safe provided you do this with a certified dive-master and do this activity from a PADI-certified dive center. Go2andaman works with only PADI 5 Certified Dive Shops/Resorts.
Even kids can do scuba diving. And they enjoy it A LOT!
- 10000+ certified divers every year.
- 100000+ dives conducted.
- 75+ years of cumulative teaching experience.
- Zero accident record.
- World-class equipments.
- Premium boats.
- 5-star dive centers.
Who will you dive with when you book with Go2Andaman?
Go2andaman works with the top-notch PADI-certified dive shops & instructors on the Andaman Islands such as Scubalov, Lacadives, Gypsy Divers, and Dive India. PADI is the Professional Association of Dive Instructors and provides globally-recognized Scuba Diving certifications. Therefore, you can be assured that all our dive shops adhere to the strictest international standards when it comes to safety.
We will only suggest to you those dive shops where we would like to go ourselves and where instructors are passionate about diving rather than just doing it for the sake of it.
What is included and excluded in this experience?
Included:
- Scuba Instructor
- All dive equipment
- Discover Scuba Dive Certificate
Excluded:
- Pick-up and drop at resort
Here what other people have to say about Scuba Diving with our dive partners:
Fee: Starts from Rs.6500/-
Timings: 05:30 am to 12:30 pm
G2A Tip: Reach the dive shop at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time for briefing and paperwork.
Need to know before you go Scuba Diving:
- Age Requirement: 12+ years
- The course is not suitable for: pregnant women and people suffering from diabetes, blood pressure, asthma, and heart conditions among others
- No-fly time of 24 hrs after the dive
Insider tip to make the most of Scuba Diving:
On the day of scuba diving do not keep your itinerary busy or add another adventurous activity. Scuba diving is a fun activity but it also tires your body. If you want a relaxed holiday, indulge in scuba diving and then do some relaxed sightseeing for the rest of the day.
Frequently asked questions
Is scuba diving safe?
Scuba Diving is a safe water activity that is done by thousands of people across the world, daily. It is recommended that you have a decent level of fitness like being able to walk for 45 mins without getting tired. All Instructors and dive masters are equipped with internationally recognized certifications and are trained in dive supervision, diver rescue and Emergency First Response (EFR).
Who cannot do Scuba Diving?
People with disabilities, pregnant women, people with back issues and respiratory illnesses are strictly not allowed to Scuba Dive.
Do I need to know how to swim?
You can do scuba diving even if you do not know how to swim. You will always be accompanied by an experienced instructor or dive master. They’re there to help you stay comfortable underwater and will assist you at all times.
What to wear?
Wear your swim-wear or you can even wear a quick-dry shirt and shorts. A wetsuit will be provided at the dive shop that will be worn over this. Wear flip-flops when you go to the dive shop. It is advisable not to wear sports shoes, heels or boots.
What to carry?
Carry a valid government ID (mandatory for certification courses), swimwear, a towel, and a change of clothes. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a water bottle. If you’re doing a PADI certification course, also carry passport-size photos and your basic medical details.
Ishita Lohani
Other Guides
Want to go to the Andaman Islands? Read our travel guide for details about how to reach Port Blair and other islands of the Andamans. Get information on Port Blair’s best things to do, recommended places to visit, and hotels.
Planning a trip to Havelock Island? Our guide covers how to get there, the best beaches to visit, top water sports, and recommended places to stay for an unforgettable Andaman experience.
Visiting Neil Island? Check our travel guide for how to reach, must-visit beaches, top activities, and the best hotels to make the most of your laid-back island vacation.
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