Scuba Diving:
Those who want to enjoy the underwater kingdom then scuba diving is one of the activity to undertake. It is a complex sport which cannot be perfected in one lesson. Even if you are recreational diver, you must get your certification. Before you move on to more specialized feats like night diving, underwater photography, wreck diving etc.

Scuba is an acronym for ‘self-contained underwater breathing apparatus’. The apparatus is carried by the diver and not connected to the surface. It is hence self-contained. Anybody who can swim and does not have heart or lung impairment can learn to scuba dive. Some basic classroom and in-water training are required to pursue the sport.

Where to Go?
Murudeshwar, Dev Bagh and Maravanthe in Karnataka are the hot spot for the sport.

When to Go?
October to April.

What you need to know?
While scuba-diving you must watch out for pressure-related injuries. Make sure that you do not out of air, breathe contaminated air or get hit by a passing boat. Always be aware of other divers around you and stay with your group.

What you must carry?
You can rent equipment from the tour operator. Amateur scuba divers must have required gear that includes a mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy compensator (BC), regulator, weights and often a wetsuit. Gadget gear is for the pros. Donned for night diving, underwater photography, or on search and recovery missions. Gadget gear includes knives, cameras, strobes, video recorders, lights, lift bags, lines, reels and underwater laser pointers.

Scuba Diving Do’s:
• Pay close attention to pre-drive briefings from the crew.
Scuba Diving Don’ts:
• Don’t throw waste in the sea or beach.
• Don’t pick corals, shells or anything from the sea.
• Don’t swim under the hull or swim platform.

Duration: 3 days.

Cost per person: Rs 14000. (Including accommodation)