Snorkeling in Havelock Island | Thrilling Underwater sport

The Andaman Islands consist of some of the rarest marine biodiversity around the world. The island's pristine sand beaches, amazing wildlife, evergreen forests, seafood, and ocean flora fauna make it a unique tourist hub. The Island's crystal clear blue water resembles some of the most adventurous underwater sports. The tropical waters of Andaman are ideal for Snorkeling in Havelock Island. The seawater of Havelock Island is calm, clear, low water current, balmy, and rich marine life make it a favorable spot for snorkeling activities in Andaman. Snorkeling is a recreational water sport that everyone wishes to opt while on a holiday trip to Andaman. It offers you an opportunity to experience a colorful underwater world, live coral reefs, shallow creeks, and much more.         

The process of Snorkeling is described as swimming on the water surface while equipped with a designed tube known as Snorkel. (Snorkel is a long tube produced using plastic or elastic and around 35 cm long. It is generally L or J shaped and fixed with the mouth at the lower end. Snorkel is used to breathe air over the water surface area when the snorkeler's mouth and nose are submerged underwater. ) The equipment is useful for snorkelers to experience underwater attractions for a long time with a small effort.  

Best time for Snorkeling in Havelock

A person can experience Snorkeling activities during any time of the year. However, the winter season is an ideal time for Snorkeling in Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The temperature fluctuates between 20 to 30 degrees Celsius from November to May which is favorable for sightseeing and indulging in water sports.    

Age restrictions for Snorkeling in Andaman

The Government has imposed some age limitations for safe snorkeling in Havelock Island. Any person over 10 years and below 60 years of age is allowed for safe snorkeling along with proper safety gear and under the supervision of a trained instructor. 

Other restrictions

 

• A person below 10 years and above 60 years of age
• Persons with disabilities
• People with adverse heart conditions
• Pregnant women
• Asthma patients or people with breathing problems
• People underwent with a medical condition
• Psychological conditions such as distortion or underwater panic

More underwater sports in Havelock Island

Havelock Island is the central point of major tourist attractions in Andaman. The Island is captivated with dense greenery, marine life, coral reefs, creeks, wildlife, beautiful sea beaches, and traditional Andaman’s food. 

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