TRY DIVE – BOAT PREMIUM 1 (TRIBE GATE)

Tribe Gate, also called Oval Reef, is a small oval-shaped reef. It sits in the channel between Havelock and John Lawrence Island, about 3 km off Beach No. 3 in Govind Nagar. The speedboat from our dive centre takes 5 minutes. Coral shelves step down from 3 to 15 metres. As a beginner, you stay within 12 m with your instructor.. Our Tribe Gate dive site guide shows the reef on a map, with its GPS position and the full marine life list.

Giant clams and clownfish anemones are spread across the reef. Deeper, at 8 to 12 m, there is a patch of coral skeletons left by the 2010 bleaching. Moray eels, nudibranchs and octopus live in the gaps now, and two-spot snappers hang above them. After the dive, many guests talk about this part more than the clams. Not ready to dive?

Arrival & Registration (10 minutes) Participants arrive at the dive base and complete registration formalities. The instructor explains the boat-based premium dive format, highlighting improved reef access, clearer water, and extended underwater time compared to standard try dives. Detailed Safety Briefing & Gear Setup (20 minutes) Safety briefing covers breathing, pressure equalization, hand signals, buoyancy, and underwater movement. Gear is fitted individually, with extra time for proper sizing, comfort, and familiarization before boarding. Boat Transfer to Dive Site (15–20 minutes) Participants board the dive boat to Tribe Gate, an offshore reef with clear waters and abundant corals. Instructor reviews safety and entry/exit procedures during the transfer. Water Entry & Controlled Descent (5 minutes) Entry into the water is supervised directly from the boat. Participants descend slowly under close instructor supervision, allowing time to equalise comfortably and adjust to breathing underwater. Extended Guided Reef Exploration (25–40 minutes) Dive a slow, beginner-friendly route along Tribe Gate Reef, observing corals, parrotfish, butterflyfish, angelfish, surgeonfish, and reef fish schools. Instructor manages buoyancy, pace, and safety; duration depends on air and comfort. Controlled Ascent, Boat Exit & Post-Dive Review (15 minutes) The ascent is slow and controlled, followed by an assisted exit back onto the boat. After returning to shore and removing equipment, the instructor conducts a post-dive review, answering questions and providing feedback on the experience.

Fitness requirements are being confirmed.

• Swimwear
• Towel
• Change of dry clothes
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Personal toiletries
• Reusable water bottle
• Valid photo ID
• Personal medication, if required