The incredible Andaman Islands' geographical location in the Bay of Bengal makes it a perfect hotspot for tourist activities. The multiple species of untouched coral reefs and vibrant marine life make it a heaven for underwater diving. Andaman And Nicobar Scuba Diving is world-famous and develops a different perspective regarding cascading marine life.
Andaman offers a number of dive sites to have either a one-time scuba experience or to opt for scuba diving courses. The excess of marine life from one island to another is much more diverse and offers you a fresh feeling on each dive. Port Blair, Havelock Island, and Neil Island are the recommended places to try scuba dive in Andaman.
Havelock is the recommended place that offers magnificent dive sites. Tribe gate is one of the best dive sites for beginners or nonswimmers. The dive site is popular for species of schools of fish, crystal clear water, multiple species of coral reefs, and rarely seen marine animals. The maximum depth of the dive site is 12 meters and is approx 2 kilometers away from Govind Nagar beach 3.
What is the duration of scuba diving?
The dive duration of scuba diving varies from one dive site to another, weather conditions, type of dives, and prices. However, the standard dive times for underwater dives are as follows.
Shore dive: Nemo Reef is the sole dive site for shore dives in Havelock Island. The Nemo reef underwater dive duration is 20 to 25 minutes. Nemo Reef has a maximum depth of 6 to 7 meters and is popular for Nemo fishes available in sufficient amounts there.
Boat dive: Tribe gate and Juvis are the recommended dive sites to have a one-time scuba experience. Both dive sites are popular for boat dives with a maximum depth of 12 meters each. The duration for boat dive ranges from 45 to 50 minutes underwater.
Note: The aforementioned dive time may vary on factors of opposite weather conditions, strong water currents, and unfamiliar dive conditions
The price of scuba diving in Andaman is comparatively affordable as compared to other parts of the world. Scuba diving prices may differ from place to place. However, standard diving rates include shore dive costs of INR 3500 per person and boat dive costs of INR 5500 per person.
Conclusion: You must experience the beauty of marine life that lies beneath the sea surface. Scuba diving is the utmost level to experience memorizing sea life. Andaman is the best location for newly married couples, family vacations, and group travelers.