Overview
Try Scuba Diving at Tribe Gate, Havelock Island
Explore the underwater world of Swaraj Dweep with a beginner-friendly boat scuba diving experience at Tribe Gate, one of the popular dive sites near Havelock Island. The site is located around 3 km offshore from Beach No. 3 and is reached by a short speedboat ride from the dive base.
The experience starts with a theory and safety briefing covering breathing, equalisation, underwater hand signals and equipment use. After your gear is fitted and checked, you take a short boat ride to Tribe Gate before beginning the dive under the supervision of a certified instructor.
During the dive, explore the oval-shaped reef and look for colourful clownfish, giant Tridacna clams, reef fish, anemones and the site's distinctive Pavona coral formations. Marine-life sightings can vary with natural conditions.
The standard experience provides approximately 30 minutes underwater time, while an optional Pro upgrade extends the dive to around 45 minutes. The complete activity generally takes 1.5–2 hours.
This Havelock Island scuba diving experience is designed for beginners and non-swimmers, with a one-on-one instructor accompanying the participant during the dive. The beginner programme has a maximum depth of 12 metres according to the vendor's booking information.
Itinerary
- Day 1
Day 1: Tribe Gate Boat Dive
Meet the dive team, complete the safety briefing and get your scuba equipment fitted. After basic training on breathing, equalisation and underwater signals, take a short speedboat ride to Tribe Gate.
Descend with your instructor and explore the reef, where you may encounter clownfish, giant clams, reef fish and coral formations. After approximately 30 minutes underwater, return to the boat and head back to the dive centre.
Standard underwater time: 30 minutes
Optional Pro: 45 minutes
Difficulty and fitness
Basic physical fitness is required. Participants should be comfortable following instructions and spending time in the water.
- Rest well, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol before diving and eat a light meal before the activity.
What to bring
- Arrive on time for the briefing.
- Get adequate rest before diving.
- Stay hydrated.
- Eat a light meal.
- Follow breathing and equalisation instructions.
- Inform the instructor about relevant medical conditions.
- Avoid alcohol before the dive.
Essentials
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Dry clothes
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Water
- Light snack
- Relevant medical information
Getting there
Meet at the Frogman dive centre in Govind Nagar and arrive at your confirmed reporting time for briefing and equipment fitting.
Reach Havelock/Swaraj Dweep by ferry from Port Blair, then travel to the dive center in Govind Nagar. Tribe Gate is approximately 3 km offshore from Beach No. 3 and takes about 5 minutes by speedboat.
Trip details
Included
- 1:1 certified instructor
- Speedboat transfer
- Scuba equipment
- 30-minute briefing and shallow-water training
- Safety briefing
- 30-minute underwater dive
- GoPro photos and videos
Not included
- Exclusions to be confirmed
Before you book
- Suitable for beginners and non-swimmers.
- Maximum beginner depth is 12 metres.
- Standard underwater time is approximately 30 minutes.
- Pro option provides approximately 45 minutes underwater.
- Marine-life sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed.
- Dive timing may change due to sea and weather conditions.
- Participants must complete the required medical declaration.
Safety notes
- Follow your instructor throughout the dive.
- Never hold your breath underwater.
- Equalise as instructed.
- Do not touch coral or marine life.
- Inform the instructor if you feel uncomfortable.
- Diving is not recommended with active ear infections, recent surgery or uncontrolled asthma. Pregnant guests are advised not to dive.
Participant requirements
Full name, age, contact number, preferred date/time, hotel details and relevant medical information.
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