Ocean is Calling
Scubalov Philosophy
Jurgen
Co-founder
Hailing from the land of Chocolate, Jurgen came to India in 2004 looking to add some spice to his life. This PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT) and SSI Assistant Instructor Trainer (AIT) backpacked throughout the country before docking in Havelock, where he gave birth to Scubalov. With more than 15 years’ experience and a background in engineering and economics this left brained instructor is a patient perfectionist and a great problem solver. If there is one thing Jurgen loves more than diving, it is passing on his love for diving. This master of Zen is known to possess calm as boundless as the deep ocean.
Mandira
Co-founder
Mandira is like a wave of happiness that washes over the dive shop every day. This PADI Rescue Diver and former aerial artist has traveled extensively all over the country exploring yoga and meditation in its various forms and exudes a light-hearted vibe wherever she goes. Mamma Bear to two beautiful children and the Scubalov family, she always keeps a check on how everyone is doing. Despite her nurturing nature she is almost childlike in her wonder for the world, underwater and above it. She is Jurgen’s better half and co-conspirator in the creation of Scubalov and mother to our conservation-based arm Earthsong.
Dive Categories
Intro Dive for Beginners
If you don’t know how to swim but want to check deep sea diving off your bucket list, the Single Discover Scuba Dive is the perfect opportunity to dip your toes into the diving world. Accompanied by our safe and experienced dive professionals, you can sink into the blue and have the experience of a lifetime
Learn to Dive/Get Certified
If you know how to swim and want to get into a long-term relationship with the ocean, you must learn how to scuba dive with our wide range of PADI courses. Instead of just being wowed by the plethora of marine life underwater, get trained to swim like a fish with a license to dive anywhere in the world.
Fun Dives for Certified Divers
The Andaman Sea is like an amusement park for certified divers. There are dive sites for every level of certification and every type of specialization. This is the place where elusive marine creatures like leopard sharks and manta rays play hide-and-seek with you and all your diving fantasies come true
Become a Dive Professional!
How does waking up on a tropical island and diving every morning sound to you? We do it everyday
and believe us when we say it truly is, living the dream. If you love the underwater world and want
to pass on the love for diving to others, it is time to Go Pro. Our experienced instructors and in-
house PADI Master Instructor teach professional courses ranging from PADI Divemaster all the way
up to PADI Staff Instructor at our Havelock dive centre.
Havelock & Neil Island
We have two full-service dive centers located within the Sea Shell Resorts in Havelock and Neil Island. Join us on insane dive adventures at two of the best scuba diving destinations in the Andaman Islands. There is something for everyone on both these Islands, be it an experienced or first-time diver. All diving activities can be scheduled at both centers.
Pool Training in Mumbai & Goa
Are you a little apprehensive about scuba diving or pressed for time? Our scuba in the City allows you to experience and learn diving in the protected confines of a swimming pool to get you confident and ‘dive ready’ before you plunge into the open ocean. You can also complete your theory online so you can save time on your holiday.
Marine Ecology Courses
This volcanic chain of 572 islands have evolved far enough from other landmasses to foster its own unique identity in the form of wildlife and vegetation that are found nowhere else in the world. We have four fascinating courses that explore everything from the lively shores to busy reefs underwater. You can choose to become a master of fish identification or learn about the secret lives of marine invertebrates on dives. You could also immerse yourself in underwater cities or as we like to call them, coral reefs and learn about their social dynamics. If you’re not a diver, you could tour the thriving ecosystems and their hardy inhabitants along our diverse coastline. Come with us on a journey of self-discovery and exploration through ecology courses that explore the unique ecosystems of the Andaman Islands.
Curated
Experiences
In this era of climate change and immortal plastics, it is even more important that we try to reduce our abusive impact on the earth and our fellow non-human inhabitants. Since the first step is knowledge, this is our effort to create awareness about our relationship with nature through beach clean-ups, stimulating talks from experts, nature walks, informative island hopping tours and more. Come with us on this journey of self-discovery through the fragile ecosystem of the Andaman Islands.
Why Us?
Safety First
You can trust us to never
compromise on your safety.
Enriched Air Nitrox
Enjoy more bottom time with Nitrox at the world class premium dive sites around Havelock
Instructor Development Location
We have access to an ambience of luxury and a private beach for our scuba diving activities from recreational to specialty to professional (Dive Master & Instructor) courses
Individual Attention
Our courses and fun dives never exceed a 4:1 student-dive leader ratio
In-House Technician
Use equipment that is regularly serviced by our in-house Aqualung regulator and Bauer compressor certified technicians
Dedicated Fleet of Boats
We have IV and MS Class dive boats to ferry you to not just the nearby but also the far-off premium dive sites
Instructor Development Location
We have access to an ambience of luxury and a private beach for our scuba diving activities from recreational to specialty to professional (Dive Master & Instructor) courses
Enriched Air Nitrox
Enjoy more bottom time with Nitrox at the world class premium dive sites around Havelock
In-House Technician
Use equipment that is regularly serviced by our in-house Aqualung regulator and Bauer compressor certified technicians
Safety First
You can trust us to never
compromise on your safety.
Dedicated Fleet of Boats
We have IV and MS Class dive boats to ferry you to not just the nearby but also the far-off premium dive sites
Our Partners
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