Scuba Diving in Bangalore: Pool Training Here, Real Diving at Havelock Island
The Dive Master runs pool-based orientation sessions right here in Bangalore, then takes you to our IDC PADI 5 Star Dive Resort on Havelock Island, Andaman - India's top-rated diving destination - for your actual open-water dives and PADI certification. Our DSD sessions need no swimming ability at all; certification courses require basic swimming skills and a minimum age of 10.
Why Bangalore Divers Choose Us
Scuba Diving Courses at The Dive Master
Only the Bangalore Pool Session below takes place in the city. Every other package - from our Shore & Boat DSD (Discover Scuba Diving) programs through instructor-level training - runs at our IDC PADI 5 Star Dive Resort on Havelock Island, Andaman, and includes free pickup-drop at Havelock plus complimentary photos/videos. Prices are current course rates - confirm exact dates and availability with our team before booking.
Bangalore Pool Session
- Theory + equipment orientation + pool skills
- No swimming ability required, age 8+
- Credits toward your Havelock certification
- Held in Bangalore only - no open-water dive included
Shore DSD
- PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) - shore entry
- 1.5 hour session, shore-based entry
- No experience or swimming needed
- Certified instructor guidance, equipment & photos included
Boat DSD
- PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) - boat entry
- 2.5 hour session, access to richer reef sites offshore
- No swimming skills required
- Underwater photos, video & free pickup-drop included
Fun Dives
- For divers with prior certification
- Basic swimming skills required
- Explore Havelock's best dive sites
- Flexible single or multi-dive days
Scuba Diver Certification
- Entry-level PADI certification
- Basic swimming skills required, min. age 10
- Classroom + confined water + open water
- A first step toward Open Water Diver
PADI Open Water Diver
- Internationally recognised certification
- Basic swimming skills required, min. age 10
- E-learning + confined water + open water dives
- Valid for life, dive anywhere in the world
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
- For certified Open Water divers
- Deep dive, navigation & 3 specialty adventure dives
- Builds toward Rescue Diver & Divemaster
| Course | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Shore DSD (Discover Scuba Diving) | 1.5 hours | ₹3,500 |
| Boat DSD (Discover Scuba Diving) | 2.5 hours | ₹4,999 (₹4,249 early-bird till 31 Aug 2026) |
| Scuba Diving (extended session) | 3.5 hours | ₹6,500 |
| Basic Diver | 4.5 hours | ₹6,500 |
| Scuba Diver Certification | 2 days | ₹16,000 |
| PADI Open Water Diver | 4-5 days | ₹30,000 + GST |
| PADI Advanced Open Water Diver | 2-3 days | ₹25,000 + GST |
| Fun Dives (certified divers) | 1 day | ₹6,000 |
| Specialty Courses | 2 days | ₹12,000 |
Free pickup-drop at Havelock and complimentary photos/videos included with every course above. Open Water and Advanced Open Water Diver pricing is exclusive of GST. Depth limits range from 2-8m for children's programmes up to 30m for advanced-certified divers. Prices are subject to change - confirm with our team when booking.
Swim Alongside Reef Sharks
Leopard sharks and reef sharks are regular, calm sightings at Havelock dive sites like Pilot Reef - a safe, unforgettable encounter with a certified instructor by your side.
Pool Training in Bangalore, Real Diving at Havelock Island
Bangalore is landlocked, so open-water dives can't happen here - but a confined-water pool session is the best way to start. It's the same model used by established Bangalore dive trainers: build real comfort with your mask, regulator and buoyancy in a pool first, then spend your limited holiday time at Havelock actually diving the reef instead of learning the basics from scratch.
Step 1: Bangalore Pool Session
A half-day, pool-based orientation covering theory, equipment familiarisation, and confined-water skills practice - right here in the city. No swimming ability required.
Credits Toward Certification
Time spent training in the Bangalore pool counts toward your Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver certification, so you arrive at Havelock already comfortable underwater - not starting from zero.
Step 2: Complete It at Havelock
Every open-water dive, boat dive, fun dive and final certification checkout happens at our IDC PADI 5 Star Dive Resort on Havelock Island, Andaman - not in Bangalore.
Note: only the pool orientation session runs in Bangalore. All open-water dives, PADI certification dives, and training trips take place at our dive resort on Havelock Island, Andaman.
Havelock Island's IDC PADI 5 Star Dive Resort
The Dive Master is based at Beach No. 2, Havelock Swarajdeep, right next to Nemo Beach on Havelock Island, Andaman & Nicobar Islands - the closest world-class reef diving destination for travellers flying out of Bangalore. As an IDC (Instructor Development Course) PADI 5 Star Dive Resort, we're certified not just to train recreational divers but to train and certify PADI instructors ourselves - a status held by very few dive centers in India. Every diver, from a nervous first-timer to a returning Divemaster candidate, gets a personalised training plan and full attention from our certified instructor team.
DIVE RESORT
Scuba Diving Programs at The Dive Master
Whichever stage you're starting from, we have a program built for you - from your first breath underwater in a Bangalore pool to advanced training and full dive holidays at Havelock Island.
Scuba Diving Programs for Beginners
Whether you want to try out diving or become a certified Open Water diver, we have the right program for you. Start with a pool session in Bangalore, then learn at your own pace with our experienced instructors at Havelock Island - without any compromise on quality or safety.
See beginner programs →Scuba Diving Programs for Certified Divers
Want to refresh your skills after a long gap, gain confidence in the water, or continue your dive training? From Fun Dives to Advanced Open Water and Specialty courses, check our full list of programs for certified divers at Havelock Island.
See certified diver programs →Dive Trips & Travel
Join us for a fun-packed trip to one of the best dive destinations in the world - Havelock Island, Andaman. We help plan your flights, ferry connections and stay, at every experience level and budget.
Plan your dive trip →Every Program, By Experience Level
A quick reference for what's required for each program - only Shore DSD and Boat DSD need no swimming ability. Every other course requires basic swimming skills, and the minimum age for scuba diving is 10 years.
For Beginners
Bangalore + Havelock Island- Bangalore Pool SessionNo swimming required, age 8+ · Bangalore
- Shore DSDNo swimming required, min. age 10 · Havelock
- Boat DSDNo swimming required, min. age 10 · Havelock
- Scuba Diver CertificationBasic swimming required, min. age 10 · Havelock
- PADI Open Water DiverBasic swimming required, min. age 10 · Havelock
For Certified Divers
Havelock Island- Fun DivesBasic swimming required, prior certification needed
- PADI Advanced Open Water DiverFor certified Open Water divers
- Specialty CoursesBuilds toward Rescue Diver & Divemaster
- Instructor-Level Training (IDC)For Divemaster candidates, at our IDC PADI 5 Star Resort
Dive Trips & Travel
Bangalore ⇄ Havelock Island- Free Pickup-Drop at HavelockIncluded with every course above
- Flight & Ferry PlanningBangalore → Port Blair → Havelock, arranged for you
- Group & Corporate TripsCustom itineraries for teams, families & friend groups
- Best Season: Nov-MayCalmest seas and clearest visibility Jan-May
From Your First Breath Underwater to Instructor Level
Being an IDC PADI 5 Star Dive Resort means we run the complete PADI pathway on-site at Havelock - not just a single try-dive experience.
IDC PADI 5 Star Status
One of the highest facility ratings PADI awards - we train and certify instructors, so recreational divers get instructor-level attention too.
Personalised Instruction
Every student gets a customised training plan from our certified instructor team - not a one-size-fits-all group briefing.
Free Pickup & Drop
Complimentary pickup and drop anywhere on Havelock Island, so you don't need to arrange your own transport to the dive center.
Beginner Friendly
No swimming ability required for Shore DSD or Boat DSD. You wear a buoyancy control device and stay with your instructor throughout. Minimum age for scuba diving is 10 years.
Photos & Videos Included
Complimentary underwater photos and video come with every package, so you leave with real proof of the dive, not just memories.
Well-Maintained Equipment
High-grade gear that's regularly inspected and serviced, available for rental with every course and dive package.
Dive Sites Around Havelock Island
Havelock Island offers some of the clearest, most beginner-friendly reef diving in India - right next to our dive center.
Nemo Reef
A shallow reef right by our dive center, known for damselfish and humphead parrotfish - a favourite for first dives.
Turtle Bay
A former turtle nesting site with hard coral ridges and frequent turtle sightings.
Seduction Point
Dramatic rock formations and staghorn coral gardens.
The Wall
A deeper channel for certified divers, home to octopuses and tuna.
Pilot Reef
Known for leopard shark and marble ray sightings in calmer conditions.
Elephant Beach
Dense coral cover and easy shore access, popular for snorkeling and beginner dives.
From Bangalore to Your First Breath Underwater
Message Us on WhatsApp
Share your travel dates, group size and experience level. We confirm your package and hold your slot.
Pool Session in Bangalore
Build confidence and confined-water skills at a Bangalore pool session before you fly - this time counts toward your Havelock certification.
Fly Bangalore → Port Blair
Direct flights take approximately 2-2.5 hours, with several daily departures from Bangalore.
Ferry to Havelock Island
A scenic 1.5-2.5 hour government or private ferry ride from Port Blair to Havelock.
We Pick You Up - Free
Free pickup-drop anywhere on Havelock Island brings you straight to our dive center at Beach No. 2, next to Nemo Beach.
Safety Briefing & Your Dive
A full pre-dive briefing on hand signals, equalising and equipment, then your guided open-water dive with a certified instructor at Havelock.
Photos, Certification & Onward
Collect your underwater photos/video (and PADI certification card, if applicable), then continue your Havelock holiday or head home.
Best Time to Dive & Who Can Join
Best Season
November to May is the main diving season, with the calmest seas and clearest visibility typically between January and May. Diving usually pauses during the June-September monsoon.
Who Can Dive
Minimum age for scuba diving is 10 years. Non-swimmers are welcome for Shore DSD and Boat DSD only - all other courses require basic swimming skills. Health conditions like asthma, heart issues or pregnancy should be discussed with our team beforehand.
What to Bring
Swimwear, a change of clothes, sunscreen, and a valid photo ID. We provide all diving equipment, including wetsuits.
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"Did my PADI Open Water certification here. Being an IDC center really shows - the instructors were incredibly thorough and patient."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is DSD and what's the difference between Shore DSD and Boat DSD?
DSD stands for PADI Discover Scuba Diving - the standard introductory dive program for first-timers, with no certification required. Shore DSD enters the water directly from the beach (1.5 hours, ₹3,500), while Boat DSD takes you out by boat to richer reef sites offshore (2.5 hours, ₹4,999). Both include a safety briefing, full equipment, and a certified instructor with you throughout.
Do I need to know swimming to go scuba diving?
It depends on the program. Our Shore DSD and Boat DSD (Discover Scuba Diving) sessions require no swimming ability at all - you wear a buoyancy control device (BCD) and a certified instructor stays with you throughout. All other programs, including Scuba Diver, PADI Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver and Fun Dives, require basic swimming skills. The minimum age for scuba diving is 10 years.
Is Havelock Island good for first-time divers from Bangalore?
Yes. Havelock Island is widely rated the best diving destination in the Andamans, with dive sites like Nemo Reef, Turtle Bay and Elephant Beach offering shallow, sheltered conditions ideal for first-time divers, plus crystal-clear visibility.
What makes The Dive Master different from other dive centers in Havelock?
The Dive Master is an IDC PADI 5 Star Dive Resort - meaning we're certified not just to train recreational divers, but to train and certify PADI instructors ourselves. This IDC (Instructor Development Course) status places us among the highest-rated dive facilities in India.
How do I get to The Dive Master, Havelock Island, from Bangalore?
Fly from Bangalore to Port Blair (around 2-2.5 hours, several direct flights daily), then take a government or private ferry from Port Blair to Havelock Island, which takes roughly 1.5-2.5 hours. We offer free pickup-drop at Havelock to bring you to our dive center at Beach No. 2, next to Nemo Beach.
What is the best time of year for scuba diving in Andaman?
The main diving season runs November to May, with the calmest seas and best visibility typically between January and May. Diving is usually paused during the June-September monsoon.
How many days should I plan for a scuba diving trip to Havelock?
For a one-time shore or boat dive, a single day at Havelock is enough. If you're taking a certification course such as PADI Open Water Diver, plan for 4-5 days on the island. Most travellers from Bangalore combine diving with a broader 4-6 day Andaman trip.
What is included in your dive packages?
All packages include certified instructor guidance, full equipment, and complimentary photos and videos of your dive, plus free pickup and drop at Havelock Island.
Can I get a PADI certification at The Dive Master?
Yes. As an IDC PADI 5 Star Dive Resort, we run the full range of PADI courses on Havelock Island - from Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water Diver through Advanced Open Water Diver, Specialty courses, and instructor-level training.
Can I actually go scuba diving in Bangalore?
Bangalore is landlocked, so open-water dives cannot take place there. What we do offer in Bangalore is a pool-based orientation and skills session - theory, equipment familiarisation, and confined-water practice. All open-water dives, boat dives, and full PADI certification are completed at our IDC PADI 5 Star Dive Resort on Havelock Island, Andaman.
Ready to Book Your Dive?
Message us your preferred travel dates and group size, and we'll confirm your package and Havelock pickup within 24 hours.
- Phone +91 78276 29643
- WhatsApp +91 78276 29643
- Email thedivemasterhavelock@gmail.com
- Location Beach No. 2, Havelock Swarajdeep, next to Nemo Beach, Havelock Island, Andaman & Nicobar Islands - 744211
- Hours Mon-Sun, 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM