Snorkelling at Havelock Island
Snorkelling
₹2500.00₹2000.00
Activity Overview
Snorkelling offers a simple and enjoyable way to explore the underwater beauty of Havelock Island without using heavy scuba equipment. Participants wear a mask, snorkel, fins and life jacket while observing marine life from the water’s surface.
The experience begins with a safety briefing and instructions on breathing, floating and using the snorkelling equipment. A trained guide assists participants during the session and selects a suitable snorkelling area according to visibility, tides and sea conditions.
The activity may be conducted at Elephant Beach or another authorised location around Havelock Island, depending on the selected package and operational conditions.
Activity Highlights
Beginner-friendly underwater experience
Opportunity to observe tropical fish and coral formations
Professional snorkelling-guide assistance
Safety briefing before entering the water
Mask, snorkel, fins and life jacket provided
Suitable for families, couples and groups
Basic swimming skills generally not compulsory
Optional underwater photography, where available
Scenic beach or boat-based experience
No previous snorkelling experience required
Quick Activity Information
Location: Havelock Island, Andaman
Popular Location: Elephant Beach
Activity Type: Guided Snorkelling
Activity Duration: Approximately 15 to 30 minutes
Total Excursion Duration: Approximately 2 to 3 hours
Recommended Age: 8 to 60 years
Experience Required: No previous experience required
Swimming Required: Generally not mandatory with a life jacket and guide
Best Time: Morning to early afternoon
Reporting Time: As mentioned on the booking confirmation
Confirmation: Subject to availability and weather conditions
Professional snorkelling-guide assistance
Safety briefing and basic instructions
Snorkelling mask and breathing tube
Fins, where required
Life jacket
Guided snorkelling session
Shared boat transfer when specifically selected
Basic changing facilities, where available
Applicable activity assistance
Hotel pickup and drop-off unless specifically mentioned
Elephant Beach boat ticket unless included in the selected option
Meals and refreshments
Underwater photography or videography
Personal expenses
Additional water activities
Insurance unless specifically included
Any service not mentioned under inclusions
This activity is suitable for beginners, families, couples, groups and travellers with no previous snorkelling experience. Non-swimmers may participate while wearing a life jacket and remaining under the guide’s supervision, subject to the operator’s assessment.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult and meet the operator’s minimum-age requirement.
Participants should be physically fit and comfortable entering seawater. Travellers must inform the operator about existing medical conditions before participating.
The activity may not be suitable for travellers with:
Serious heart or respiratory conditions
Uncontrolled asthma
Epilepsy or a history of seizures
Recent surgery or major injury
Severe ear or sinus problems
Pregnancy
Any condition considered unsafe by the activity operator
Participants must not consume alcohol or recreational drugs before the activity.
Valid government-issued photo identification
Swimwear
Towel
Comfortable change of clothes
Sunscreen
Sunglasses and hat
Drinking water
Waterproof bag
Necessary personal medication
Wear the life jacket throughout the activity.
Follow the guide’s instructions at all times.
Do not touch, stand on or remove corals.
Do not chase, feed or disturb marine life.
Remain within the designated snorkelling area.
Avoid carrying valuables during the activity.
Participation may be refused during unsafe weather or sea conditions.
The activity location may change according to operational requirements.
All bookings are subject to availability and final confirmation.
Customer-requested cancellations will follow the policy mentioned on the booking voucher.
No refund may apply for late arrival, absence or failure to follow safety instructions.
Activities cancelled because of unsafe weather or sea conditions may be rescheduled or refunded according to the applicable operator policy.
No refund applies when participation is refused due to intoxication, undisclosed medical conditions or unsafe behaviour.
Coral visibility, water clarity and marine-life sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed. Activity timing and location may change because of weather, tides, boat operations or local authority instructions. Guests should confirm whether the selected price includes the Elephant Beach boat transfer.