Andaman Islands Scuba Special - Open Water Certification
About This Experience
6 Nights 7 Days skill-based adventure trip featuring 3-day PADI Open Water Scuba Certification in Havelock, plus island exploration and kayaking. Shared group departure for aspiring divers.
Why Choose This Experience?
This itinerary is designed for travellers who want to learn scuba diving properly while still experiencing Andaman's most scenic islands. The focus is on quality training, safety, and slow exploration—not rushed sightseeing. Over three full days, you'll complete the PADI Open Water Diver Certification under expert instructors at Havelock Island's pristine dive sites. Between training sessions, experience sunrise kayaking through mangroves, explore Neil Island's natural wonders, and witness stunning sunsets at Radhanagar and Laxmanpur beaches.
Experience Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival at Port Blair | History & Coastline
Arrival and introduction to Andaman islands.
- Arrival at Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair Airport)
- Private/shared transfer to hotel
- Visit Cellular Jail
- Choose one based on tide & time:
- - Guided intertidal walk (tide pooling), OR
- - Evening drive to Chidiya Tapu for sunset
- Overnight stay in Port Blair
Port Blair → Havelock Island [Swaraj Dweep]
Transfer to Havelock Island.
- Morning ferry to Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)
- Hotel check-in & rest
- Sunset at Radhanagar Beach
- Overnight stay at Havelock Island
Open Water Scuba Course | Day 1
Begin your PADI Open Water Certification.
- Dive theory & safety briefing
- Introduction to scuba equipment
- Confined water training
- Skill practice session
- Overnight stay at Havelock Island
Open Water Scuba Course | Day 2
Progress to open water training dives.
- Open water training dives
- Skill progression under instructor supervision
- Marine life familiarisation
- Evening at leisure
- Overnight stay at Havelock Island
Open Water Scuba Course | Day 3
Complete your certification.
- Final open water dives
- PADI Open Water Diver Certification
- Afternoon rest / beach time
- Overnight stay at Havelock Island
Havelock → Neil Island [Shaheed Dweep]
Early kayaking experience and transfer to Neil Island.
- Early-morning sunrise kayaking through mangroves (around 3:30 AM)
- Return to hotel for breakfast
- Morning ferry to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
- Hotel check-in
- Visit (tide-dependent):
- - Laxmanpur Beach & Natural Rock Bridge, OR
- - Sitapur Beach (limestone formations)
- Sunset at Laxmanpur Beach
- Overnight stay at Neil Island
Neil Island → Port Blair → Departure
Return to Port Blair and departure.
- Morning ferry back to Port Blair
- Airport drop & departure
What's Included & Excluded
What's Included
- Accommodation for 6 nights (1N Port Blair, 4N Havelock, 1N Neil Island)
- Daily breakfast
- All inter-island ferry transfers (Port Blair → Havelock → Neil → Port Blair)
- All ground transfers (shared)
- 3-Day PADI Open Water Scuba Certification course
- All scuba equipment required for the Open Water Course
- Dive theory & safety briefing
- Confined water training
- Open water training dives with certified instructors
- PADI certification card (digital & physical)
- Sunrise kayaking experience (mangrove)
- Guided intertidal walk (tide pooling)
- Entry ticket to Cellular Jail
- Trip host & coordination
- All required permits
- Applicable taxes & service charges (including 5% GST)
Not Included
- Flights to & from Port Blair
- Lunch and Dinner
- Light & Sound Show tickets at Cellular Jail
- Personal expenses (shopping, tips, laundry, phone calls, etc.)
- Travel Insurance (strongly recommended)
- Entry fees not mentioned under inclusions
- Medical clearance (if required based on health questionnaire)
- Extensions or additional activities beyond itinerary
Safety & Guidelines
Safety Guidelines
- Dives conducted by PADI certified instructors
- Standard safety equipment used for all dives
- Dive sites selected daily based on conditions
- Expect early starts and water-based days
- Ferry schedules are weather dependent
- All scuba safety protocols strictly followed
Legal Compliance
- Valid ID required for ferry and hotel check-in
- Cellular Jail is a historical monument; respect decorum
- Parental consent required for participants under 18
- All diving permits included
Sustainability Practices
- Responsible diving practices taught during training
- Respect marine life and coral ecosystems
- No touching or disturbing underwater life
- Environmental awareness as part of certification
- Leave no trace principles
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It's designed specifically for first-time divers with no prior scuba experience.
Basic comfort in water is recommended. For certification, you'll need to swim a short distance and tread water briefly—guided safely by instructors.
PADI Open Water Diver Certification, valid worldwide.
Yes. Dives are conducted by certified instructors using standard safety equipment, with sites selected daily based on conditions.
Scuba certification: 10 years. Under 18 requires parental consent.
Absolutely. Many participants join solo and travel in a small group.
Capped at 6-10 travellers.
You can shift to another date or receive a full refund (no deductions).
Yes—extensions can be arranged at your own cost.
Yes. All equipment required for the Open Water Course is included.
No. Sites are chosen daily based on safety, visibility, and sea conditions.
Conditions like asthma, heart issues, recent surgeries, or pregnancy may restrict diving. A medical questionnaire is shared before confirmation.
Daily breakfast is included. Lunches and dinners are excluded for flexibility.
Light clothing, swimwear, sandals, sunscreen & cap, basic medications. A detailed checklist is shared after booking.
Not mandatory, but strongly recommended, especially for diving activities.
The course spans 3 full days (Days 3-5) including theory, confined water training, and open water dives.
Yes, you'll receive both digital and physical PADI certification cards upon successful completion.
Pricing
Scuba Special Package
Twin Sharing (2 Pax)
per person
• 25% advance at the time of booking
Duration
Group Details
Minimum group size: 6 travellers. Capped at 6-10 travellers. Solo travellers and couples welcome.
Requirements
Physical Fitness:
Moderate (Training-focused, safe, unrushed)
Age:
Minimum 10 years for scuba certification (under 18 requires parental consent)
Mandatory Items:
- Valid ID proof for ferry/hotel
- Flight tickets
- Medical questionnaire (provided after booking)
- Medical clearance if required based on health conditions
Recommended:
- Light clothing
- Swimwear
- Sandals/flip-flops
- Sunscreen & cap
- Basic medications
- Underwater camera (optional)