Scuba Diving at Port Blair
About the Activity
DSD or Discover Scuba Diving is the perfect course for a first-time diver. It’s a gateway to the world of Scuba-diving and to discovering the colorful marine world in the Andamans.
Port Blair has a rich underwater life that will leave you feeling fascinated and awed. Meant for a beginner / experienced diver, a boat DSD is a short crash course that is inclusive of basic Scuba skills and an exclusive dive that you can expect to go as deep as 12 metres!
Experience swimming amongst corals, a variety of fish, turtles and the songs of the ocean – it’s a dive of a lifetime and brace yourself for stunning underwater views with a colourful & rich marine life. It’s an experience that will make you want to come back for more!
Discover Scuba Diving Boat Dive Duration: 3 – 5 hours | Dive time of an hour maximum.
Why book this activity?
- Dive along the untouched reefs and explore varied marine ecosystems at a shorter depth, perfect for beginners.
- Booking with premium dive centers enhances the overall experience of scuba diving.
- Once you use good grade equipment, you tend to fall in love with this recreational sport.
- Explore sites like Margherita’s Mischief and Lighthouse as a DSD diver.
Key features
- 2-3 Hours
- PADI Certified Operator
- Premium Boat Dive
- Port Blair
- Depth up to 12m
- Certified Instructor
Itinerary
05:30 AM
Arrive at your Dive Center
Arrive at your dive center, familiarize yourself with the staff and fill a couple of forms.
06:00 AM
Get Equipped
Your dive center will help you with your equipment fittings. You will be fitted with a mask, fins, booties, dive suit and a BCD of your size.
06:15 AM
Attend Theoretical Briefing
A briefing will take place where you’ll be familiarized with the theory of scuba diving, the dive location and the dive site.
06:30 AM
Hop on the Boat
You along with the scuba gear will be loaded on the boat and the boat will take you near the dive spot.
06:50 AM
Pre Diving Instructions
Learn the basic scuba diving skills on the surface of the water.
07:00 AM
Practice Skills Under Water
After you’ve learnt the basics on the surface, perform the skills under water.
07:00 AM
Indulge in your Dive
See the sea unfurl its magic under water. Witness vibrant and teeming marine life.
08:00 AM
Receive Certification
After completing the dive, get on the boat and return to the dive center. Get changed and receive your Discover Scuba Dive certification!
Frequently asked questions
Important Information
Reach at the designated time mentioned by the dive center because water currents and tide behavior changes which affects visibility and ease of diving. Minimum age to dive is 10 years. Mention all the medical conditions truthfully so that the instructor can help you find a solution before dives in order to avoid any issues underwater. Bring an extra pair of innerwear as your wetsuit will get completely drenched. Have a light meal before diving to avoid feeling nauseous.
About the Providers
We only work with PADI-certified dive shops on the Andaman Islands. PADI is the Professional Association of Dive Instructors and provides globally-recognised Scuba Diving certifications. Therefore, you can be assured that all our dive shops adhere to the strictest international standards. All our providers are in the top 5 dive shops on the Andamans & they include Scubalov, Lacadives, Gypsy Divers and Dive India.
Cancellations & refunds
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the dive.Free rescheduling can be done until 12 hours before the dive, but it completely depends on the slot availability.
Who cannot do Scuba Diving?
People with disabilities, pregnant women, people with back issues and respiratory illnesses are strictly not allowed to Scuba Dive.
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).
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.