Heightlight
Depth: Up to 10-15 Meters
Guest Limit
Maximum 06–08
Best Time
06:30AM - 10:30AM
Skill Requirement
No Swimming Skills Required
Overview
Boat Diving at Chidiyatapu
Boat Diving at Chidiyatapu offers an exciting opportunity to explore the untouched underwater beauty of South Andaman. Known for its healthy coral reefs, clear waters, and diverse marine life, Chidiyatapu is an excellent destination for both beginners and certified divers. A short boat ride takes you to offshore dive sites, where you can experience colorful coral gardens, tropical reef fish, and a peaceful underwater environment under the guidance of experienced dive professionals.
Highlights
- Boat transfer to exclusive dive sites
- Beginner & non-swimmer friendly
- Professional instructor assistance
- Healthy coral reefs & diverse marine life
- Excellent underwater visibility
- Underwater photos & videos (if included)
Duration
- Registration: 15–20 Minutes
- Training: 15–20 Minutes
- Boat Ride: 10–20 Minutes
- Underwater Dive: 25–40 Minutes
- Total Duration: 2–3 Hours
Step-by-Step Experience
1. Registration
Complete a medical declaration form, verify your ID, and receive a safety briefing along with your dive schedule.
2. Training
Learn scuba diving basics, breathing techniques, ear equalization, buoyancy control, mask clearing, and underwater hand signals. No swimming experience is required.
3. Equipment
Wear your wetsuit, mask, fins, BCD, regulator, and scuba cylinder. Your instructor will perform a complete safety and equipment check before boarding the boat.
4. Boat Transfer
Board the dive boat and enjoy a 10–20 minute ride to the dive site. During the journey, your instructor will explain the dive site, entry method, and safety procedures.
5. Underwater Dive
Descend to a depth of approximately 10–18 meters and explore beautiful coral reefs, reef fish, sea anemones, and other fascinating marine life. Your instructor remains with you throughout the dive. Underwater photos and videos may be provided if included.
6. Return to Shore
After the dive, return to the boat, head back to the dive center, remove your equipment, relax, hydrate, and collect your photos/videos (if included).
Marine Life
- Colorful Coral Reefs
- Clownfish (Nemo)
- Butterflyfish
- Parrotfish
- Angelfish
- Surgeonfish
- Sea Anemones
- Sea Turtles (Occasionally)
- Octopus (Occasionally)
- Stingrays (Occasionally)
Eligibility
- Minimum Age: 12–50 Years
- No Swimming Required
- Suitable for Beginners
- Participants should be medically fit
Things to Carry
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Extra Clothes
- Drinking Water
- Sunscreen
Important Guidelines
- Avoid flying for 18–24 hours after diving.
- Do not dive if you have a cold, fever, or breathing problems.
- Stay hydrated and follow your instructor's instructions.
- Boat diving is subject to weather and sea conditions.
- Follow all safety instructions provided by your dive instructor.
Best Time
October to May offers the best sea conditions and underwater visibility for Boat Diving in Chidiyatapu, making it an ideal destination to experience the rich marine biodiversity of South Andaman.
More Details : Boat Diving at Chidiyatapu
❖ Report at the dive center 30 minutes before your scheduled time.
❖ Complete registration, ID verification, and a medical declaration form.
❖ Attend a safety briefing and basic scuba training session.
❖ Get equipped with complete scuba diving gear.
❖ Board the dive boat and enjoy a 10–20 minute ride to the dive site.
❖ Enjoy a 25–40 minute guided underwater boat dive.
❖ Underwater photos and videos will be provided if included in your package.
❖ Age: 12–50 years only.
❖ Suitable for beginners and non-swimmers.
❖ Participants must be medically fit for scuba diving.
❖ Guests with heart disease, asthma, epilepsy, recent surgery, pregnancy, or serious medical conditions are not permitted to dive.
❖ Avoid alcohol or drugs at least 12–24 hours before the activity.
❖ Report at the dive center 30 minutes before your scheduled time.
❖ 30% advance payment is required to confirm the booking.
❖ 100% payment must be completed before the activity.
❖ Booking confirmation and voucher will be shared via Email or WhatsApp.
❖ Activity slots are subject to availability.
❖ Please carry a valid booking confirmation at the time of reporting.
❖ 24–48 Hours: 10% of the booking amount will be deducted.
❖ Less Than 24 Hours / No-Show: No refund will be provided.
❖ Weather Cancellation: Full refund or free rescheduling if the activity is cancelled due to weather or safety reasons.
❖ Approved refunds will be processed within 5–7 working days.
❖ Carry a valid Government-issued Photo ID.
❖ Present your booking voucher at the dive center.
❖ Activity details will be shared before your scheduled dive.
❖ Dive timings may change depending on weather and sea conditions.
❖ Our team will contact you before the activity with reporting instructions.
❖ Follow your instructor's instructions at all times.
❖ Do not touch or disturb corals and marine life.
❖ Stay well hydrated before and after diving.
❖ Avoid flying for 18–24 hours after scuba diving.
❖ Do not dive if you have a cold, fever, or breathing difficulties.
❖ The operator reserves the right to cancel or postpone the activity if weather or sea conditions are unsafe.
