The Scuba diving experience at Havelock Island is a well-guided basic introduction to the scuba diving program. It 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.

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.

Typically, the minimum requirement of scuba diving is approximately 10-12 years or above for the DSD boat dive in Havelock Island. The participants must be physically fit (no severe respiratory, ear, heart, or other health problems) and physically able to make 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. That being said, the underwater dive is supposed to last approximately 30-45 mins, which consists of the whole activity, including the briefing, boat ride, and equipment set-up.

All the basic equipment (mask, fins, buoyancy control device (BCD), regulator, wetsuit, where applicable) will be provided to you in the diving center. The instructor assigned to you will be with you during the diving.

Safety of our participants has always been our first priority. A proper briefing will be given to people about the diving process which will involve practicing the basic skills in shallow water and then a direct dive in the water with the instructor. These guidelines are well kept in mind to keep things easy-going and safe for beginners. 

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

In case you have a specific medical condition, then you should make sure to inform the diving site beforehand, and in most cases, 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 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.

Havelock Island has marine landscapes that are worth visiting since the waters are very clear, the seabed is covered with coral reefs, various colorful fish, and many other marine animals. Scuba diving in the boat will take you to some of the most unique places in the beach entries, making 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 contact lenses without any issue. The diving mask will create a sealed space for the air that will protect your eyes, so that the lenses will not be displaced.

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 ruined. The diving team will come equipped with waterproof cameras to capture your images underwater.

If at any point, you feel scared or even want to stop, you can talk to your instructor about it and they will bring you up safely. The designated instructor will accompany you throughout to ensure you are not nervous. Many first-time divers are scared, but become comfortable. You will get to know the easy tips during the briefing, which will be helpful when you are diving.

Yes, you are not expected to fly at least 12- 18 hours after a dive because your body will require time to dispose of the nitrogen that you have inhaled when underwater. This is the period that you are expected to loosen up, take your time, and consume as much water as possible. You can continue with chill activities like exploring the island.

Yes, people who get seasick can also join scuba diving by boat at Havelock. Havelock Island’s sea is very calm and quiet in the morning, which will help reduce the stress related to it. In case you are very sensitive to motion sickness, then you may want to take some form of medication before the boat ride, but only after consulting the doctor.

Videography and photography are included in the scuba diving package. Your underwater experiences will be captured when you are diving and exploring the corals and marine life, by the instructor or even by the photographer.

The activity is made to be beginner-friendly, so that people who are new to the dive or get nervous very easily, can also enjoy the dive. The guides will show you some basic breathing, equalizing and even hand-signs that will work under water before the activity. Instructors will stay close to you during the diving, and lead your diving to ensure that you are always safe.