The Scuba diving experience at Havelock Island is a basic guide to the scuba diving program that consists of a boat ride that travels through the suitable dive sites around the Havelock Island, followed by a brief training in the shallow water to get familiar with the dive, and then finally a dive under the supervision of our certified instructors. 

No, there is no need to have any sort of scuba diving experience on hand to dive, and in many cases, you don't need to be a great swimmer. A diving instructor will always be with you when you dive so that they are as safe as they can be and this means that beginners too can take part in the dive.

Usually, the minimum age for the scuba diving is somewhere around 10-12 years for the DSD boat dive at Havelock Island. The participants are required to be in good health (no serious respiratory, ear, heart, or other conditions) and physically capable of performing the dive. 

This boat-based diving activity will not exceed a depth of approximately 10-12 meters to individuals who are new to the idea of swimming. With that the underwater dive is expected to take about 30-45 minutes, which is comprised of the entire activity, including the briefing, boat ride, equipment fit-out up to approximately 1 to 3 hours depending on the provider.

The diving center will give you all the basic gears (mask, fins, buoyancy control device (BCD), regulator, wetsuit where applicable). The designated instructor will accompany you throughout the diving process with some of the packages coming with a free photography and video.

The safety of our participants has always been our number one priority. Individuals will receive a proper briefing regarding the diving process, which will include the practice of basic skills in shallow water, then a dive directly in the water under the supervision of the instructor. These guidelines are well kept in mind at Havelock for these introductory dives to keep things easy-going and safe for beginners. 

Best time for a calming Scuba diving by boat at Havelock Island would be early morning as the sea is is more quite and the visibility is excellent. It is also recommended to always opt for a time that avoids the rough seas or even bad weather.

In case you are having some specific medical condition, then you should ensure that you inform the diving site beforehand and in most incidences, you will be advised not to participate in the dive. If you are feeling nervous about the idea of diving, then the instructors will guide you to feel calmer and be manageable during the activity.

It is recommended that you make a booking beforehand in case you are going on the dive as individual slots are booked quickly, particularly during peak season on the Havelock Island. In case if the weather is not favorable or the sea conditions are not the best, the dive may be rescheduled or even relocated for safety purposes.

The marine views of Havelock Island are worth exploring due to its clear waters, coral reefs, colorful fish, and several other aquatic creatures. The boat scuba diving will give you access to some of the most rare locations at the beach entries, which will make it an experience of a lifetime.

Wearing glasses under the water is not possible as the mask would not fit. But, you can safely use the soft contact lenses as you dive. People who are new to diving use contacts lenses without any issue. The diving mask will create a sealed space for the air that will protect you eyes, so that the lenses will not be displaced. 

You are supposed to wear very easy and light clothes as you dive because the clothes can get wet on the boat or while you prepare for the dive. People usually wear shorts, t-shirts, and even slippers. The diving centre will provide you with a wetsuit to wear on top of you clothes. Make sure to avoid wearing very heavy clothes or even denim as they can soak up water and become uncomfortable when wet. 

The entire boat dive may take 2-3 hours. This will involve a boat ride to the dive, a safety briefing, fundamental practice in the shallow water, equipping a gear and then the actual dive. The time of the dive can change and depends on the weather conditions and how far the dive actually is. 

Yes, the boat is already fully ready for the beginners. The boat has all the necessary safety gear like the life jackets, first aid kits, oxygen cylinders, and walkie-talkies. Some of the boats even provide small lockers to store all of your belongings. 

It is fine to take the phone on the boat, though one must ensure that it is packed in a waterproof bag or with someone on the crew. When you gear up and handle the equipment, it is easy for the devices to be misplaced or even get wet. The diving team will use waterproof cameras to take your pictures underwater. 

If you at any point, feel scared or even want to stop, you can talk to your instructor about it and they will being you up safely. The assigned instructor will stay with you the whole time to make sure you feel confident. A lot of first time divers feel scared at first but then strat having fun underwater onec they feel comfortable. During the briefing, you will learn easy tips that will help you while you dive. 

Yes, you are not supposed to take a flight for atleast 12- 18 hours after the dive, as you body will need some time to get rid of the nitrogen it has inhaled while being underwater. During this time you are required to relax, take you time and drink a lot of water. You can continue with chill activities like exploring the island. 

Yes, people who get seasick can also join on the scuba diving by boat at Havelock. The Havelock Island’s sea is very calm and quiet in the morning, which will help reduce the stress related to it. If you are quite sensitive to motion sickness, then it might be a good idea to take some medication before the boat ride, but only after consulting the doctor. 

Many of the diving centres offer you the underwater photos and videos as a part of their package. Some of the diving centers also charge separately for the photos and videos. In most the scenarios, the instructor or the photographer will take your underwater moments as you dive and explore the corals and marine life. But, it is always a good idea to confirm the details with your diving center before the dive to know exactly what is included in the dive. 

The activity is made to be beginner-friendly, so that people who are new to the dive or get nervus very easily, can also enjoy the dive. Before the activity, the guides will teach you some basic breathing, equalizing, and even hand gestures that will help you underwater.  They will stay close to you throughout the dive and guide your dive to make sure you feel safe all the times.