Andaman and Nicobar Islands is an Indian archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. Boasting of sun-soaked beaches, palm trees, turquoise blue waters, and a plethora of water sports. Andaman and Nicobar Islands have state-of-the-art facilities when it comes to water sports. In addition, they have trained instructors and proper merchandise to help you even if you are not trained. From scuba diving, sea walking, parasailing to snorkelling – you name what water adventure you are interested in, and you will find it in the Andaman. But, among all of them, the most popular one is scuba diving. Scuba diving in Andaman allows you to see the vast collection of coral reefs and swim with schools of fish.

How to Reach:-

The Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair is well-connected with different cities in the country. Kolkata, Vishakhapatnam, and Chennai have direct flights to the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Other cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune have connecting flights to Port Blair. You can reach Andaman and Nicobar Islands by sea as well. But, it takes three to four days and is a very tedious journey.

You can take a ferry or catamaran boat from Port Blair to any of the islands you wish to visit. In addition, there is a provision for a short air trip from Port Blair to Havelock Island. This allows you to catch a panoramic view of the islands.

Best Time to Visit:-

• The summer months in Andaman and Nicobar Islands last from April to June. The average temperature ranges from twenty-five degrees Celsius to thirty-two degrees Celsius. The weather is pleasant, and this is the best time to visit the island if you are interested in water sports. The sky is clear, and the crystal blue waters allow you to enjoy Andaman and Nicobar Islands to their best.
• The monsoon months, extending from July to September, are not the best time to visit the islands. The island is characteristic of torrential rains and high tides. Hence, you cannot go for any water sports during this time.
• The winter months range from October to March. The temperature during this period is moderate, from twenty degrees Celsius to thirty degrees Celsius. The weather is pleasant, and a great time to visit the island. Andaman and Nicobar Islands also receive winter rainfall, but it is not as torrential as the monsoon rains.

Best Places for Scuba Diving:-

• Havelock Island: This is probably the most famous and well-known island among Andaman and Nicobar Island islands. There are several locations where you can go scuba diving in Havelock. You can check the scuba diving course in Andaman price before selecting the desired location. Barracuda City is one of the best spots if you are a beginner in scuba diving. Barracuda City is filled with coral reefs and is home to several sea turtles. You shall also find soft and hard corals here. Seduction Point is popular for a large underwater rock covered with a wide variety of marine life. In Turtle Bay, the depth of the water does not exceed more than fourteen meters. So, even if you are inexperienced, you won’t face any major problems here. You shall be able to spot a good number of sea turtles, Rays, and coral reefs here. Pilot Reef, which is twenty-four meters deep, has a decent population of hard reefs. These reefs are home to several fishes like Leopard and Whitenip Sharks. Minvera Bridge, too, has a large population of hard corals. But, it is advisable only for experienced divers to go there. 

• North Bay Island: This relatively small island is situated near Ross Island. It is one of the best places for scuba diving in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Compared to other locations, the price of scuba diving is lower here. The island boasts clear blue water and a line of corals and offers you one of the best diving experiences. 

Neil Island: Although it is known for providing luxury accommodation to guests, Neil Island has some of the best scuba diving spots in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Busy Burro, Junction, Margerita, and the Lighthouse are among the best places where you can go for scuba diving on Neil Island. The water currents here are medium. The depth is also moderate, so it will not pose a problem even if you do not have much experience. Alive corals adorn the shoreline and the underwater. So, scuba diving here will be a one-of-a-lifetime experience.

• Barren Island: This island is home to the only active volcano in Asia. This makes Barren Island one of the most exciting places where you can go scuba diving. Being completely uninhabited, the island’s water is home to several rare animals like the silver garden eels, large manta rays of up to six meters, white-tip reef sharks, turtles, barracuda, dogtooth tuna, and travelly. The island also boasts of alive coral reefs.

If you are someone who loves adventure and wants to try scuba diving in India, then Andaman and Nicobar Islands are the ideal place.

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