Earn your PADI Open Water Diver certification in Havelock, Andaman. The world's most popular scuba certification, recognised at over 6,000 dive sites globally. Small groups, expert instructors and all equipment included. Rated 4.9 by 1,828 divers on Google.
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The PADI Open Water Diver course is your entry into scuba diving. Over 4 days at Frogman Scuba in Havelock Island, Andaman, you'll learn everything from theory and safety skills to real open-ocean diving — and leave with a globally recognised certification valid for life.
PADI has over 6,600 affiliated dive centres worldwide. Your Open Water card is recognised at any of them — wherever you end up diving next.
Your course fee covers everything you need — from the first classroom session to your certification card arriving in the mail.
The PADI Open Water course is designed to be accessible. There are no prior diving or swimming certifications needed — just a basic comfort in water and a few physical benchmarks you'll complete on Day 1.
Each day is structured to build your confidence and skills progressively — from theory in an air-conditioned classroom to real dives in Havelock's warm, clear water.
Both are ISO-certified and globally recognised. PADI is the world's largest dive organisation — widely known and accepted everywhere. RAID is more modern and digital-first, and certifies to 20 metres vs PADI's 18 metres. Either card is accepted at dive centres worldwide. Frogman is both a PADI and RAID centre — we offer both.
It's designed for anyone aged 10 and above, so it's genuinely achievable for most people. The swim tests (200 m swim + 10-min float) and the dive physics theory are the main challenges. Our instructors guide you through every step at your own pace.
Yes! PADI's e-learning is available online and lets you finish the theory section at home before your trip, saving you a half-day on holiday. Contact us before you book and we'll link your PADI account to Frogman so everything is ready when you arrive.
No. Your PADI Open Water licence is valid for life. However, if you haven't dived for a year or more, we recommend a short Scuba Review (refresher) dive before your next independent dive — it takes about half a day and brings your skills back up to speed.
You don't need to be a competitive swimmer — just comfortable in water. The swim test is a 200 m continuous swim in any stroke with no time limit, or 300 m with snorkelling gear. If you're not confident in open water yet, start with our Discover Scuba experience, which has no swim requirement.
You'll complete a standard PADI medical questionnaire on Day 1. Most healthy people qualify without issue. Some conditions (asthma, recent surgery, ear problems) may require a doctor's clearance letter. If you have concerns, email us before booking and we'll advise.
The listed price of ₹28,000 excludes GST. 18% GST is applicable as per Indian government regulations, bringing the total to ₹33,040. Your invoice will show the full breakdown for any reimbursement claims.
I was terrified of going underwater on Day 1 — genuinely almost pulled out. By Day 3 I was completely at ease. Got my certification on Day 4 and immediately booked Advanced dives for the following week.
Not a confident swimmer going in, which I told them upfront. They didn't rush me through the swim test — just let me take my time. Saw a turtle on Day 3 at about 10 metres. That's the moment I understood why people get hooked on this.
The small group size made all the difference. Three of us with one instructor — you actually get attention. Did the e-learning beforehand which saved almost a full morning. Would do again without hesitation.
Completed the course with my partner. Theory e-learning beforehand saved us half a day so we could dive more. The gear was in excellent condition. Day 4 at 18m was a completely different experience to the Day 3 shallows — much calmer down there.
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We dive the best spots around Havelock, where visibility is at its best. From shore dives at Nemo Reef to boat scuba diving in Havelock at Tribe Gate and The Wall, we pick the right site for the conditions.
