Andaman dive guide
How Much Does Scuba Diving Cost in the Andamans?
Honest, approximate price ranges for your very first dive in Havelock, Neil and Port Blair — so you can plan a first trip with no surprises.
Imagine your first breath underwater — that strange, weightless calm as a reef opens up below you. The good news for a first-timer in the Andamans is that you do not need to be certified, fit like an athlete, or wealthy to experience it. Below are realistic, approximate price ranges so you can budget honestly before you reach out to an operator.
Scuba diving cost in the Andamans (at a glance)
Approximate — confirm with the operator
Try dive / Discover Scuba
No certification — made for total beginners
~₹4,000–₹6,500
Single fun dive
For already-certified divers
~₹3,500–₹5,000
PADI / SSI Open Water course
3–4 days, full certification you keep for life
~₹25,000–₹38,000
Multi-dive packages
A few dives bundled together
from roughly ₹8,000
These figures are typical ranges for the Andamans, not quotes or guarantees. Real prices move with the season, the operator, and what's bundled in.
What affects the price
Number of dives
A single try dive costs less per dive than a course, but multi-dive packages usually bring the per-dive price down.
Equipment rental
Some prices include full gear; others add it on. Always check whether mask, fins, wetsuit and tanks are part of the quote.
Boat vs shore dive
Boat dives reach better sites but cost more than shore entries because of fuel and crew. Many beginner try dives are shore or short-boat based.
Season
Calm, high-visibility months are busier and can be pricier. Off-peak can be cheaper, but always confirm sea conditions first.
Certification agency
PADI and SSI courses are broadly comparable in price and recognised worldwide. The difference is usually the school and instructor, not the agency badge.
A quick, honest note
Prices vary a lot by operator and season, so treat every number on this page as a ballpark. Before you book, confirm exactly what's included — equipment, your certification card, and any photos or video — so the final cost matches what you expected. A good operator will happily spell this out.
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