Scuba Diving in Andaman

Scuba Diving in Andaman

Scuba Diving

Ever wondered how it feels being in zero gravity and surrounded by magnificent Coral Reefs and colourful fish with a deep blue background- that’s Life after a dive in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Scuba stands for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. It is an apparatus that allows you to breathe underwater. Scuba Diving is an overwhelming marine experience where you can observe and swim along with jellyfish, sea turtles, and colourful corals.
 

How to Scuba Dive?

You will use a scuba, carry a tank filled with breathing making you completely independent of surface supply so that you can breathe longer underwater.
 

 Tips

  • You are required to have a dive certification depending on the type of dive you wish to go on. A dive certification from a licensed dive operator is required before you start scuba diving.
  • You should undergo a proper medical checkup in your home country to ensure that you are fit for diving. You need to sign a medical statement before learning how to dive. Always double-check all your scuba gear to ensure a better experience.
  • No prior experience is needed, and a person ten years and above can dive under the guidance of experts
  • People having low or high blood pressure, pregnant women, and heart patients to avoid scuba diving.
  • The best time for Scuba Diving in the Andaman is from November to December.
     

Overview

Pristine, crystal clear beaches, tropical climate, and lush green forest sound like a foolproof plan to get away from the daily hustle and bustle. Andaman, the paradise awaits you. Whether it's a family vacation, a honeymoon vacation, or a rejuvenating vacation with friends, Andaman is the ideal destination that has something for everyone. 
 

Where in the Andamans
 

Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)

70 kilometres away from the capital city, Havelock is the dream place for honeymooners, Havelock. The surroundings of Havelock Island are full of serenity, peace, and love. This gorgeous island is called Swaraj Island, with a range of activities like scuba diving, water jets, boat rides, snorkelling, etc. This island has diving sites every 50-100 meters of distance.
 

Mac Point (6-15 Meters All Levels)

You can dive here to explore Dugong, the state animal of the Andaman. Dugongs are tusked animals located in Eastern Africa and Australia, and the highlight of scuba diving in the Andaman.
 

LightHouse (6-20 All Levels)

This site is famous for night dives. The corals here tend to be beautiful in the shallows of lionfish, octopus, and a lot of Fusiliers. If you are lucky enough, you can also get to see a gang of Humpback Parrot Fish. Elephant Beach 5-25 Meters All Levels This site lies on Havelock Island, where you can experience diving with elephants.
 

Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) (12-23 Meters All Levels)

This island dwells in Ritchie’s Archipelago. Here you can explore scuba diving with Margherita’s Mischief in clear water. You can enjoy your drive with batfish, pufferfish, angelfish, and more.
 

Barren Island (8 m- 30 m All Levels)

The barren volcano is the only active volcano in South Asia. The beautiful stone structures, white reef sharks, and purple corals give a great experience to your water sports adventure.
 

Barracuda City (25-30 Meters All Levels)

It is an unexplored destination for scuba diving in the Andaman. You can explore the aquatic wonderland with colourful corals and beautiful fish. With a depth of 25-30 meters, you can scuba dive with vibrant sea turtles at Barracuda City.
 

Aquarium (3-16 Meters All Levels)

If you are a beginner in scuba diving, this site is the best place for you. It resides in the south-west of Havelock Island. The aquarium is a reef spot with a lot of colourful fish.