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Scuba Diving in Pondicherry

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Scuba Diving in Pondicherry5 hours
INR 5,450

Pondicherry Scuba Diving

At the eastern coast of India, Pondicherry Scuba diving is probably the best ride to adventure that one can get. Scuba diving in Pondicherry has gained a lot of popularity over the years as this place is the home to a lot of underwater experiences that one cannot find even in the west coast counterparts of this town. With the corals untouched and the marine life friendly to whoever enters this world, beaches in Pondicherry is a pristine option when it comes to exploring it all, and even learning to do so if you are a beginner. The experience of diving and seeing the creatures of the sea at work is something you will have a hard time forgetting. The cardinal fishes swimming in a school as if it’s choreographed dance and the jellyfishes floating past you in stealth mode, all of it is possible somewhere as serene as Pondicherry.

Heaven for professional divers, Pondicherry is not going to be a disappointment for people looking for a place to begin a new chapter of diving sports in their life. There are many schools in and around the town where one can get a break from all the sightseeing and visits to the Auroville for a to peek into the world beyond the beaches of Pondicherry, literally. These schools teach you everything from a beginners course to an advanced course in Scuba diving. You can even go for a one-dive experience in the Bay of Bengal including the basics of breathing and use of the proper equipment required for scuba dives.

One of the best experiences in Pondicherry is the feeling of being in the midst of the fishes and the leaving and breathing corals in the see. You can even get the rare experience of seeing Olive ridley turtles that nest in the coasts of Pondicherry. Apart from these, you can even spot lionfish, kingfish, moray eels, manta rays, and crustaceans from behind the diving mask, up close and personal. Scuba diving is the one thing you would regret not taking up in Pondicherry, and would not regret at all once you have got the experience of floating in the seas with the groupers and other fishes.

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Pondicherry Scuba Diving FAQs

Which are the best places to do scuba diving in Pondicherry?

Pondicherry is the growing favorite of many lovers of scuba diving, both the professionals and the ones willing to learn this adventurous experience of a lifetime. PADI, the international authority that regulates scuba diving in the world has strict rules and regulations for a place to be qualified for recreational diving, and the places in the list of Pondicherry scuba diving that qualify as per them are-

  • 4 Corners
  • Temple Reef
  • Coral Shark Reef
  • Aravind’s Wall
  • Ravines
  • The Hole
  • PADI Dive Center
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Which is the best time for scuba diving in Pondicherry?

Although Pondicherry proudly boasts that there is no certain best time to experience scuba diving here, there are many factors that affect the overall experience like calmness of water and visibility etc. The best time for scuba diving in Pondicherry as per that are the months of February to April and September to November with an easy 20 to 30 meters of visibility.

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What is the minimum and maximum age for scuba diving in Pondicherry?

The minimum age for scuba diving in Pondicherry in the sea is 10 years with no maximum age as long as the participant provides all documents required to prove them fit for the strenous activity.

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What is the duration and average cost of scuba diving in Pondicherry?

With a variety of options available here, the courses range from 1 day to 16 days with a fixed number of dives in each course. The duration for dives ranges from 20 minutes to 2.5 hours. The cost for Pondicherry scuba diving also varies as per the same. Starting from INR 5000/- for a day’s dive excluding training, to INR 82,000/- for a full-fledged 16-day course.

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Can a non-swimmer go for scuba diving in Pondicherry?

Yes, even non swimmers can join in for the fun in Pondicherry scuba diving.

What precautions should be taken before going for scuba diving in Pondicherry?

When you are diving in Pondicherry, you will be guided by professional experts so nothing goes wrong with you. But there is only so much that they can do and there are a few things that you must take care of on your end. These are-

  • Make it a thumb rule to never hold your breath
  • Take your ascents in the water slow. Panic can ruin things
  • Gear Check
  • Always dive within your limits
  • Maintain your fitness
  • Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants before diving. That includes smoking
  • Always stick to the plan
  • Learn the rule of thirds when it comes to air supply management
  • Practice your skills in safe regions
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What are the most common injuries or sickness/diseases/syndromes associated with scuba diving?

Although not openly, but scuba diving is now evolving as an adventure sport. And where there are sports, there is definitely going to be injuries. In such cases, never lose your calm as panic can only elevate situations, not alleviate them. With that said, common injuries and disorders include

  • Barotraumas - Pressure related injuries
  • Carotid Sinus Syndrome caused by tight suits
  • Pressure Immobilization
  • Decompression Illness
  • Heart Attack
  • Cardiac situations when diving after installing a Cardiac Pacemaker
  • Heat Injuries
  • Carbon Dioxide Toxicity
  • Carbon Monoxide Toxicity
  • Hypothermia caused Diving in Cold Water
  • Immersion Pulmonary Edema meaning Diving with Poor Heart Conditions
  • Lung Ruptures caused by extreme pressure changes
  • Oxygen Toxicity (CNS)
  • Salt Water Aspiration Syndrome
  • Sea Sickness and Pelagism
  • Shock
  • Marine animals bites and stings
  • Vertigo brought on by imbalance in the inner ear
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My ears hurt when I dive to the bottom of a pool. Wont they hurt when I dive in the sea?

Yes, because the depths that you will dive to in an open sea, there are definitely chances that your ears will hurt when you go scuba diving. But the smart way here is to involve your professional trainer in the loop as they will give you the correct advice on a small procedure called equalization, to help stop the pain while diving.

What does the scuba divers Never-to-do checklist look like?

If you wish to embark on a Pondicherry scuba diving expedition, the scuba divers never to do checklist is divided into three parts, namely, before, during and after the dive

Before diving, never-

  • Plan to dive without certification
  • Dive without a plan and a buddy
  • Skip a gear check
  • Forget to get a person above water
  • Forget to breath
  • Drink
  • Eat food right before the dive. Keep a gap of at least 2 hours between a dive and a meal

During the dive, never-

  • Dive beyond your limits
  • Dive if you feel sick
  • Hold your breath
  • Deviate from the plan

After the dive, never-

  • Fly
  • Zip Line
  • Drink
  • Go climbing
  • Get a massage
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What are the diving courses available in Pondicherry?

There is a wide variety of options available for scuba diving in Pondicherry. These are

  • A couple of hours to a full day for certified divers
  • Half day and full day discover scuba courses for non swimmers
  • Full day and multiple day courses (2, 3, 4, 6 and 16 days) for beginners including certification
  • Speciality courses with specific dives and explorations

Are there any certifications available for scuba diving in Pondicherry?

Yes, when it comes to diving, especially Pondicherry scuba diving, there are certifications available from PADI, the international authority for scuba diving.

Which are the reputable scuba diving center in Pondicherry?

With a lot of providers in the area, the two reputable and impeccable providers of scuba diving courses in Pondicherry are-

  • Temple Adventures
  • Prosbuba

Pondicherry Scuba Diving Reviews

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Shubham Goel
Reviewed: 29 Jun 2022
5.0/5
Hey I had an amazing experience of Scuba Diving in Pondicherry which is hard explain in words. The experience will remain unforgettable for me. It was like going into a different world, a world which is just a one step away from you when you are standing on the shore. My instructors were amazing.... Read More
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Snigdha Munuru
Reviewed: 16 Jun 2023
5.0/5
The knowledge provided by scuba professionals was so calming and helpful. I started this whole adventure with the belief that I can do it. But the moment I fell into the ocean in a back flip. I forgot what my trainers thought me but my trainer held me instantly and kept me engaging in feeling okay. ... Read More
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Sarthak Yadav
Reviewed: 18 Dec 2022
5.0/5
This is coming from someone who can't swim. it was my first time seeing the open seas, and got this recommendation from multiple people in Pondicherry. I must say, Samudra Adventures made the impossible look like a cake walk for a non swimmer. Here's a detailed breakdown - The day started early mor... Read More
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Chandra Sekar
Reviewed: 31 May 2023
5.0/5
#scubadiving has been on my bucket list and this #Pondy trip gave me the opportunity to check that box! We booked it through #thrillophilia The day before the dive we were invited to a pool training session at their office, near Eden beach and it put to rest a lot of our questions and concerns. ... Read More
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Arya Sajith
Reviewed: 30 Jan 2023
5.0/5
I had the best timein pondicherry for my scuba divinv ! Thanks to thrillophilia for arranging everything so hassle free and helping me to check off one more thing from my bucketlist wish! 🫶
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Ashutosh Niraj
Reviewed: 23 Jun 2023
4.0/5
Experience was good . But the depth of diving was not adequate We can dive more than that. It should be amended

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