Course overview

PADI Basic Diver on Havelock is a guided introduction to scuba in the calm Andaman Sea, blending a short briefing with supervised dives over shallow coral. It suits first-timers easing in, exploring Havelock's sheltered reefs off Beach No. 3 among clownfish and parrotfish. The experience can later credit toward your PADI Open Water certification.

What you’ll learn

Prerequisites

What's included · What's not

Included
  • Introductory safety and skills briefing
  • Shallow-water skill practice
  • Supervised open-water dive(s)
  • PADI eLearning orientation option
  • PADI participation record toward Open Water
Not included
  • Flights and airport transfers
  • Accommodation
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

The PADI Basic Diver pathway

PADI Basic Diver is an introductory experience that uses an eLearning orientation and can be credited toward the PADI Open Water Diver course with a digital record.

Where you'll dive in Havelock Island

Basic Diver runs at Havelock's protected beginner reefs off Beach No. 3 at 6-12 metres in calm, clear water. The warm Andaman Sea makes it easy to spot clownfish, parrotfish and small reef creatures on a first dive. These sheltered sites operate reliably across all seasons.

Prefer a different certifying agency?SSI Basic Diver in Havelock Island →

Not included? Sort the rest of your trip

Flights and accommodation aren’t part of the course price, here’s how to book them around your dates.

Getting there

Fly into Port Blair (IXZ) · 2-3 hours from India.

Where to stay

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