|
|
The Lakshadweep islands have two world class Scuba diving schools, at Agatti island and at Bangaram island. You are welcome to find out yourself the difference of diving in Lakshadweep from some of the world famous diving spots. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The Dive Centre |
|
|
|
Feeding of fish has never been practiced here, hence all sea creatures still behave in their natural way. Please help us to maintain it. Do not attempt to ride turtles and manta rays. The dive centre caters to beginners and for experienced divers. Two boat dives a day in different locations, of which only a few are mentioned below |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shallow Point |
|
|
|
A dive to a maximum of 15m with exposure to the sandy coral environment, the likelihood to see sand eels, leopard Murray eels, lion fish, sting rays and white tip sharks |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Manta Point |
|
|
|
The reef with impressive coral structures descends slowly to 20m. Manta rays can be seen throughout the year, but more likely during September to December and in April-May. Whale sharks are also sighted here. More common are turtles, nurse sharks and napoleons |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
3 Anchors and a ring |
|
|
|
Ease of dive: intermediate
Dive type: shallow drift dive
Description: stunning shallow dive on a huge wreck of a barge possibly. the top deck remains, 3 huge anchors and a ring. stumbled upon by our instructors, the site is abundant with fish life as well. from stingrays to snappers |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Bangaram lagoon |
|
|
|
Ease of dive: beginner
Dive type: lagoon dive
Description: shallow sandbank ranging from 5 - 10 meters. shore entry into the lagoon and a close walk from the dive centre. ideal for confined water dives and introductory dives, refreshers |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Coming back to life / ode to pink floyd |
|
|
|
Ease of dive: intermediate
Dive type: reef dive
Description: healthy reef with lots of growth and rejuvenation. nurse sharks, lobsters, sea anemones abound here in plenty. a variety of reef fish to see |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Grand canyon |
|
|
|
Ease of dive: advanced
Dive type: deep dive
Description: spectacular deep dive to 40 meters... words fail us! |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Little canyon |
|
|
|
Ease of dive: intermediate
Dive type: shallow drift dive
Description: swim-through of sorts. overhangs to go under and through. lots of sweetlips reside here. mellow drift throughout |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Thinnakkara Hill |
|
|
|
A submerged hill separated from the main reef with stronger currents provides a totally different experience at depths of 25m. It is usual to see big schools of jacks, eagle rays and hump heads, the biggest in Parrotfish family |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Princess Royal Wreck |
|
|
|
A dive to the remains of a 200year old galleon, only discovered by us. Also at home to the magical swinging fish |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Bangaram diving courses |
|
|
| Rates for short courses ( for beginners) |
USD ($) |
INR (in Rupees) |
| introduction to scuba diving (equipment familiarization and 20 minute hand held dive in the lagoon |
$39 |
1500 |
| Resort course:(min. 2 days) (1 lagoon & 1 boat dive/1 theory lesson /log book/certificate) |
$197 |
7500 |
| elementary course:(min. 3 days) (2 lagoon & 2 boat dives/4 theory lessons/log book/ certificate) |
$368 |
14,000 |
| Snorkeling course: (finning / mask & snorkel clearing /duck diving) |
$39 |
1500 |
| Cmas course fee ( payable directly at the resort) |
|
|
| cmas 1* course for 6 days per person inclusive of 1 day snorkeling / 4 lagoon dives / 6 open water dives / theory sessions and a practical as well as written test at the end to certify. any extra dives after these are chargeable |
$632 |
24,000 |
| cmas 2 * course ( for 8 days per person. min 12-15 open water dives, theory sessions and a practical as well as written test at the end to certify. any extra dives after these are chargeable ) |
$921 |
35,000 |
| cmas 3 * course ( for 15 days per person, includes 30 open water dives. theory sessions and a practical as well as written test at the end to certify. any extra dives after these are chargeable |
$1316 |
50,000 |
| cmas license card fee |
$59 |
2250 |
|
| Dive packages for certified divers ( payable directly at the resort ) [not inclusive of equipment] |
| One dive |
$53 |
2000 |
| Six dive package |
$303 |
11,500 |
| Twelve dive package |
$592 |
22,500 |
| Eighteen dive package |
$882 |
33,500 |
| Additional dive (after above packages) |
$47 |
1800 |
| night dive in lagoon (inclusive of torch)ight dive in lagoon (inclusive of torch) |
$59 |
2250 |
| Night boat dive (inclusive of torch) |
$71 |
2700 |
|
| Equipment hire charges at bangaram (Per dive) |
|
|
| Regulator |
$8 |
300 |
| BC jacket |
$8 |
300 |
| Fins |
$4 |
150 |
| Mask |
$4 |
150 |
| Alladin pro dive computers |
$6 |
250 |
| Accompany dive boat to reef for snorkeling |
$26 |
1000 |
| Rental charges for 24 hrs hire of
mask / fin / snorkel |
$13 |
500 |
| Rental charges for 6 Days hire of
mask / fin / snorkel |
$66 |
2500 |
| All above rates are valid from october 2008 to may 2009 |
| Note: 12.5% tax will add on all above rates |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cmas courses offered at bangaram the following cmas courses are offered at bangaram |
|
|
|
Cmas 1 star : six day course for beginners. involves introduction to snorkeling, equipment orientation, 4 lagoon dives, 6 open water dives and diving theory. after successful completion of the course, divers are certified with the internationally valid cmas license and can dive up to a max depth of 21 meters |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cmas 2 star : eight day’s intensive course for certified 1 star divers. includes 24 open water dives and certifies divers as “cmas rescue diver”. involves deep dives to 40 meters, rescue skills, first aid procedures, night dives, advanced diving theory |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cmas 3 star : fifteen day intensive course for certified 2 star divers. certifies divers as “cmas dive master”. includes 30 open water dives and is the last skill based pre-instructor course. involves intensive rescue skills, deep dives to 40 meters, advanced diving theory, navigation. dive masters are assistants to instructors, can lead and plan dives, manage the running of a dive centre and assist in training programmes under an instructor |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Click here for other Water sports activities at Bangaram island |
|
