In India, the best place to try your hand at thrilling water sports is the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Adrenaline junkies from all over the world travel to this union territory to experience the best of adventure sports. The island offers a number of water sports ranging from low to high difficulty levels. Thus, there is something for everyone as per their requirements.

Various water sports available in the Andaman Islands are as follows:

• Parasailing
• Sea Walking
• Snorkeling
• Kayaking
• Jet Skiing
• Glass Bottom Boat Ride
• Banana Boat Ride
• Scuba Diving
• Game Fishing
• Sea Kart
• Semi Submarine Ride

In one word, the answer is no. There are a number of water sports offered in the Andamans that vary in cost. So you can pick up the best one as per your budget. Some of them are really pocket-friendly. The rate list of various water sports is given below:

S.No.	Water Sport	Charges
1	Parasailing	Starting from Rs.3,500 per person
2	Sea Walking	Starting from Rs.3,500 per person
3	Snorkeling	Starting from Rs.1,000 per person
4	Kayaking	Starting from Rs.3,500 per person
5	Jet Skiing	Starting from Rs.750 per person
6	Glass Bottom Boat Ride	Starting from Rs.600 per person
7	Banana Boat Ride	Starting from Rs.1,000 per person
8	Scuba Diving	Starting from Rs.3,500 per person
9	Game Fishing	Starting from Rs.13,000 per person
10	Sea Kart	Starting from Rs.3,500 per person
11	Semi Submarine Ride	Starting from Rs.1,850 per person

If you don’t have enough time in hand but are willing to try several adventurous water sports, then your one-stop destination is Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep). The maximum number of sports are available on this island as it is the hub of thrill and enjoyment. You can go for the following water activities in Havelock Island:

• Scuba diving
• Sea walking
• Snorkeling
• Kayaking
• Jet skiing
• Glass-bottom boat ride
• Banana boat ride
• Parasailing
• Game fishing

Havelock Island is home to rich marine life that is extraordinary for sure. It has fantastic diving locations that are counted among the best across the Andamans. Scuba diving here is a mesmerising experience that offers you beyond your imagination. The topmost diving spots in Havelock Island are as follows: 

• Barracuda City- The best diving spot for beginners
• Turtle Bay- This spot has an abundance of sea turtles
• Seduction Point- Its shallow water is home to a huge number of inhabitants including Napoleons, and a dense population of hard staghorn corals. 
• Mac Point- You can swim around hard corals and small groups of fish here. You can easily spot Dugong, also known as a sea-cow.
• Aquarium- It has colorful reefs that are home to a number of colorful fishes.
• The Wall- Dropping down to 56 meters, this is a huge underwater rock that allows beautiful views of the underwater world. 
• Minerva Ledge- It is a massive block of hard corals in azure waters. The sea dwellers include sharks here. Dive here only if you are an experienced diver.
• Pilot Reef- Nearly 24 meters deep, this is a strip of an underwater canyon.
• Lighthouse- Go for scuba diving here if you are seeking the perfect balance of colorful fish and soft & hard corals.

There are various other stunning scuba diving sites in Havelock Island. You can check out their names below:

• Purple Haze
• M4
• Jonny George
• The Slope
• Broken Ledge
• Dicksons Pinnacle
• S.S. Inchkett
• Jackson’s Bar
• Whitehouse Rock
• MV Mars
• Red Pillar

Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is a great place for participating in various enthralling water sports. This town is your entry to the other islands of the Andamans. While you are here, you can indulge yourself in the following water sports:

• Semi-submarine ride

If you want a glimpse of the underwater world without getting wet, then it is the best activity to do in Port Blair. Just get a seat in a semi-submarine and look at the colorful marine life from the transparent windows.

• Sea kart

An amazingly exciting water sport, you can enjoy a sea kart with two other companions. It is very easy to ride it and it lets you witness the beauty of the serene waters of Port Blair. 

• Jet skiing

You can choose to go for this water sport on your own or with an instructor. Jet skiing combines the thrill with adventure and lets you enjoy speed. It is one of the most sought-after water sports in Port Blair.

• Parasailing 

If you want to combine the fun of water and air-borne adventure activities, then parasailing is your best bet. While you are in the air, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Port Blair that includes lush greenery and cool blue waters.

You don’t need to know swimming for trying any adventure water sport in the Andaman Islands. All the activities are extremely safe for non-swimmers as well.

Yes, it is absolutely safe to participate in several water sports in the Andamans Islands. Whether it is deep-sea diving or a banana boat ride, you will be given excellent quality gear or equipment. Before going for the actual activity, you will be given training sessions by an expert. He will also be accompanied you throughout wherever required.

All the water sports in the Andamans are very easy to perform. You don’t need to be an expert to go for them. Just listen carefully to your trainer and follow his instructions. And then you are good to go.

There is not any age restriction as such for participating in most of the water activities. In India, the Andaman Islands is the only place where one can try their hand at enthralling water activities like underwater sea walking, scuba diving, etc. The best part is that anyone can do it with their family, partner, or even alone irrespective of their age. But there are certain medical conditions that don’t allow you to go for these. Pregnant women and people having heart diseases should not indulge in any water activity.

If you don’t have enough time in hand and you can go for only water sport in the Andamans, then we would highly recommend that you should go for scuba diving. Exploring the depths of crystal-clear waters of the island while swimming around beautiful and colorful fish is an extremely pleasant experience that you can have there.

Shaheed Dweep, popularly known as Neil Island, is known for its crystal-clear waters and rich marine life. Snorkeling is a very popular water activity here and you can try your hand at it and create memories of a lifetime.

The charges for scuba diving in the Andaman Islands vary from INR 3,500 and INR 6,500. It depends on the season and the program that you choose.

Yes, all the water sports in the Andaman Islands are affected by weather conditions. That is the reason why these sports are not allowed in the monsoon reason as there may be heavy rains and storms. It is best that you travel to the island between November and April.

Yes, before going for any water sport in the Andaman Islands, everyone is taught the basics and is given crucial instructions. This helps in ensuring complete safety. Moreover, licensed instructors are there with you at all times underwater (while scuba diving). Therefore, you are in safe hands.

It is definitely a good idea to book the slots for your water sports and other activities in advance. It will help you in avoiding the last-minute hassle and ensures complete peace of mind.

The Andaman Islands is the only place in India where one can enjoy a sea kart ride. To experience it, you have to visit Corbyn’s Cove Beach in Port Blair (the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands). It is a 30-minute long excursion that involves riding near Ross Island and back. While riding the kart, you can appreciate the beautiful coasts of the island.