Get ready for a safe, thrilling, and unforgettable underwater adventure !
Ever wondered what it's like to breathe underwater? The Discover Scuba Diving Program is your perfect first step. Designed for complete beginners, this 1-day experience requires no swimming skills—just good health and a spirit of adventure. You'll start with a safety briefing and a pool session to learn basic skills and get comfortable underwater. Then, head by boat to the dive sites near Grande Island, where you’ll dive up to 12 meters for up to 40 minutes under expert supervision. We’ll even capture underwater photos if conditions allow. Dive in and discover the magic of the ocean!
Please Note: You must be free the entire day and must not have a flight on the same day as your dive.
Price :
INR 3505 (20 min dive)
INR 5841 (40 min dive)
INR 8178 (40 + 40 min dive) + Optional dinner at Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Suitable for Ages: 10-60 yrs
Timings: 6 am to 2:15 pm (approx)
Location : Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim
Your Scuba Experience — Full Day Schedule
(Timings may vary by ±15 minutes.)
YOUR SCUBA DIVING ITINERARY
06:45 AM – Welcome to the adventure Arrive at Novotel, Candolim (main road entrance), park inside, and walk over to the swimming pool area. Meet your instructors and complete a quick set of forms.
07:00 AM – Getting you dive-ready We kick things off with a safety briefing—simple, clear, and beginner-friendly. You’ll understand the plan, equipment, and a few essential underwater signals.
07:15 AM – Pool training (your first underwater moment!) Time to get in the water. Learn how to breathe, practice key skills, and get comfortable communicating underwater in a calm pool session.
08:00 AM – Freshen up Change into dry clothes and get ready for the ocean leg of your journey after making your final payment.
08:15 AM – Head to the jetty A short 5 km drive. You can follow us in your own vehicle—parking is available at the jetty.
08:45 AM – Board the boat Step onto your dive boat and settle in.
09:00 AM – We set sail 🚤 Cruising toward Grande Island. Your instructor will walk you through the dive site and safety details.
09:45 AM – Chill mode on Enjoy fruits, juices, and soft drinks onboard. And if luck’s on your side… dolphins might just make a guest appearance 🐬
10:30 AM – Gear up Wetsuits on, equipment checked, and buddy pairs set.
10:45 AM – Dive 1: Shipwreck Adventure (conditions permitting) Dive into a 1940s British-era shipwreck, around 40 feet deep. Expect angelfish, parrotfish, pufferfish, snappers, groupers, and more—it’s like entering a different world.
11:45 AM – Surface fun Snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding around the boat.
12:15 PM – Refuel Fresh snacks served onboard—prepared by Novotel.
12:45 PM – Dive 2: Coral Garden Exploration (conditions permitting) A completely different vibe—colorful coral reefs, tiny nudibranchs, eels, rays, and if you’re lucky, even turtles.
01:45 PM – Cruise back Sit back, relax, and soak in the views as we head back to shore.
02:45 PM – Back at the jetty Disembark and wrap up your ocean adventure.
03:00 PM – Return to your hotel You’ll probably still be smiling at this point.
08:00 PM – Relive the magic Your underwater photos and videos will be shared via a link
Optional: Celebrate your dive - Head back to Novotel for a relaxed dinner if you feel like ending the day on a high note (only if you’ve chosen a package that includes dinner)
FAQS
Q. How old do I have to be to learn to Scuba dive?
A. The minimum age is 10, and there is no maximum age!
Q. Do I need to know swimming to learn?
A. No advanced swimming skills are required, but one should be comfortable being underwater and you need to be in reasonable physical health.
CALL +919833438313 OR USE THE WHATSAPP BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE TO BOOK.
What is included in the tour
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Gourmet snacks and beverages served onboard, prepared by Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim.
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HD underwater photos and videos
What is NOT included in the tour
- Transfers/ Taxi to the starting point
- Get trained by top class certified divers
- Max dive depth up to 40 feet
- British-era shipwreck dive
- Dolphin Sighting
- Snorkelling
- Paddle boarding
- A/C pick up & drop from dive center to/from jetty
Full Day Schedule
(All food and beverages provided by Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim. Timings may vary by ±15 minutes.)
06:00 AM – Arrive at Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim. Park inside the resort and come to the hotel lobby. Fill out forms and meet your dive instructors.
06:15 AM – Safety and dive briefing. Learn about the dive plan, equipment, and essential safety signals.
06:30 AM – Pool training session (1 hour). You’ll learn basic scuba skills, breathing techniques, and underwater communication in a controlled environment.
07:15 AM – Change into dry clothes and get ready for departure.
07:30 AM – Tea/Coffee break at Novotel Resort & Spa and settle final payments.
07:45 AM – Depart from Novotel to the jetty (around 4 km away). You can use your own vehicle or come in our car; parking is available at the jetty.
08:20 AM – Arrive at jetty and board the dive boat.
08:30 AM – Boat departs for Grande Island. Receive a detailed dive site and safety briefing from your instructor.
09:00 AM – Enjoy fruits, juices, and soft drinks onboard. If you’re lucky, you might spot dolphins on the way!
09:45 AM – Gear up for your first dive. Equipment check and buddy pairing.
10:00 AM – Dive 1: The Historic British-Era Shipwreck Adventure.
Explore a 1940s wreck site at around 40 feet depth, surrounded by angelfish, parrotfish, pufferfish, snappers, groupers and butterflyfish.
11:00 AM – Snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding from the boat.
11:30 AM – Gourmet snacks and beverages served onboard, prepared by Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim.
12:00 PM – Dive 2: Coral Garden Exploration.
Discover colorful coral reefs teeming with life — nudibranchs, eels, rays and occasionally turtles.
01:00 PM – Depart from dive site and begin the scenic boat cruise back to the mainland.
02:00 PM – Arrive at jetty and disembark.
02:15 PM – Return to your hotel or shower, change and relax at Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim.
06:00 PM – Receive your underwater photos and videos via link.
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Important Notes:
Do not go to GTDC Calangute Residency — all dives now start at Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim.
You must be free the entire day and must not have a flight on the same day as your dive.
Read the medical form carefully. If you answer “yes” to any question or take daily medication, contact us. Doctor’s clearance is required if on medication.
Our dives are internationally recognized and conducted under SSI (Scuba Schools International) and PADI standards.
The trip and boat are fully insured for ₹1 million per person for your safety.
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