Scuba Dive in a Freshwater Lake

The magic of Pondicherry is well-known throughout the country. Neat rows of pastel colored houses line the street, adorned with frail sprigs of bougainvillea, bakeries filled with buttery croissants, and Italian ice-cream parlors heaped with creamy gelato, all add a unique ambience to this Union Territory. If you're dreaming of Paris but can't fly halfway across the world for a little dose of Parisian culture, Pondicherry is a must-visit spot. 

Apart from exploring the landscape of the Union Territory and feasting on delicious French-influenced food, there's another world underwater waiting for your visit. The Bay of Bengal clings to the golden shores of Tamil Nadu and hosts Pondicherry's oldest inhabitants under its glistening surface. Pondy is also home to sparkling lakes surrounded by lush greenery, birds and wildflowers. If you're somebody that loves to dip below the surface and uncover new secrets, this scuba diving program is just what you need! 

Instead of diving in the ocean, this program takes you to a freshwater lake nestled within the green countryside of Pondy. If you're seasick, this program is right up your alley because there isn't a boat ride to the dive spot. Instead, you dive off-shore and your loved ones can come along for the ride (self-transport) and be on the shore as you experience your first breaths underwater. Because the lake is freshwater, there is no salt sting to your eyes nor any need to back roll from the boat. Perfect for beginners, this scuba diving program allows you to explore the watery depths of Pondicherry and return home with a big grin on your face. 

Course duration:  1 day 

Min age: 10 years old.

Timing: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM

 

Inclusions:

• Classroom sessions: 1 Hour
• Confined water sessions: 1 Hour
• Open water dives in lake: 1

 

Exclusions:

• Transportation to the Dive Center
• Certification
• Anything else not mentioned in the Inclusions