Scuba Diving at Pilot Reef, Havelock Island
Pilot Reef Dive Site At Havelock AKA Swaraj Dweep
Description:- Pilot Reef is a huge dive site and is suitable for experienced divers due to its complex topography. The reef is located 6 kilometers northeast of Havelock Island and easily accessible via a speed boat. Pilot Reef offers a 25-meter-long strip beneath the canyon which shelters many reef residents. The reef of the site starts from 12 meters and drops 25 meters, which is the usual attraction of white-tip reef sharks and young manta rays resting on the sandy bottom.
A great macro life exists, especially molluscs and crustaceans on the northern part of the reef. At this point, divers can also spot beautiful digitated and encrusting coral species between 8 to 15 meters. You might find more hidden surprises in many crevices and small caves underwater.
Topography:- Large Complex Patch Reef
Dive Level (Suitable for):- Intermediate and Advanced Divers
Best Time To Scuba Dive:- December to April ( 5:10 am till 11:30 am )
Dive site depth:- 12-25 meters
What we can see during scuba diving at Pilot Reef!
Regularly spotted marine species:- Surgeonfish, Fusiliers, Snappers, Manta rays, Lobsters, Giant moray eels, Sweepers, Soldierfish, Orange-spine Unicornfish, Longnose Butterflyfish, Trumpetfish, Angelfish, Sweetlips, Phantom Bannerfish, Trumpet fish, and many more.
Occasionally spotted marine species:- White-tip reef shark, Zebra shark, Leopard shark, family of Manta rays, and many more.
Popular coral species:- Hard corals, soft corals, Sea Anemones, and some other coral species.
Cost of scuba diving at Pilot Reef!
Certified Divers: INR 3500 + 18% GST ( open water diver or above qualified ).
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Govind Nagar, Beach No-02, opposit HDFC Bank, Swaraj Dweep ( Havelock Island ), Andaman & Nicobar Islands ,Pin-744211, India.
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