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Dive centre · Havelock · India
4.8298 Google reviewsExperience personalised 1:1 instruction and exclusive access to remote reefs around Havelock.
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Dive Bar is a professional PADI dive centre situated in Govinda Nagar on Swaraj Dweep, South Andaman. It has established itself as a key operator in the Havelock area, focusing on providing tailored experiences for every level of diver.
You can expect a high standard of service whether you are here for a Discover Scuba Diving session or a technical course. The centre is well-positioned to take you to a variety of environments, from shallow reef flats to impressive coral walls.
The centre operates with a focus on individual attention, maintaining a 1:1 diver-to-guide ratio for its instruction and guided dives. This ensures that your safety and learning are prioritised throughout your time in the water.
All instruction is conducted by PADI certified instructors, and the team is capable of delivering everything from basic entry-level courses to professional-level training. The staff communicates in English, making it easy to coordinate your schedule and dive plans.
The centre offers a comprehensive range of PADI courses for all skill levels. Beginners can start with the Discover Scuba Diving program or work towards their Open Water Diver certification.
For more advanced divers, the curriculum includes the Advanced Open Water Diver course, Rescue Diver, and professional training such as Dive Master and Dive Instructor courses. They also provide EFR training to complement your safety skills.
For those who prefer not to carry their own kit, the centre offers full equipment hire. This includes a complete set: wetsuits, masks, fins, cylinders, BCDs, and regulators.
All equipment is maintained to modern standards to ensure reliability during your dives. The centre also provides underwater photography and video services to document your excursions.
Neemo Reef is a shallow reef ideal for beginners, featuring colourful corals and small fish. It provides a perfect environment for those completing their first dives.
Coral Garden is a spectacular offshore site known for its crystalline visibility and vibrant coral reefs. It is a top choice for divers looking to see tropical fish in a stunning setting.
Turtle Beach is one of the most remote and exclusive sites in Havelock, accessible only by boat. It is famous for its spectacular coral formations and frequent sightings of sea turtles.
Tribe Gate is a wall site that offers diverse coral structures and a wide variety of fish species, suitable for all diver levels.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
The reefs around Havelock are home to a diverse array of marine life. You can regularly observe various tropical fish and reef fish navigating the coral structures. Large reef fish and parrotfish are common sights during your excursions.
For those interested in larger pelagics, the area offers opportunities to see manta rays and reef sharks. Sea turtles are also a notable presence, particularly around the more remote sites like Turtle Beach.
The reef architecture itself is a highlight, with vibrant corals providing a complex habitat for the local ecosystem.
The best time to dive in this region is between November and April. During this period, you can take advantage of the most stable conditions for diving.
Visibility in the area is typically good, often reaching 20 metres or more, depending on the specific site and seasonal conditions.
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