Rules on the trip
You will receive a briefing before your AOWD scuba course in the Andamans begins. These are strictly to be adhered to.
Some general rules for diving are:
Do not touch, break or collect coral pieces, shells, or seaweed.
Do not dive alone or attempt to swim away from your group on your own.
Do not consume any form of alcohol or drugs before diving.
If for any reason the student cannot complete the certification requirements, an intermediary certification or referral form will be given instead.
Cancellation policy
The cancellation policy for Advanced Open Water Diving in Havelock is as follows:
Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to departure of the scuba diving trip in Andamans: 98% of the total amount is refunded, minus any transaction charges.
Cancellations made 15 days or more before departure of the scuba diving trip in the Andamans: 50% of the total amount is refunded, minus any transaction charges.
Cancellations made 0-15 days before departure of the scuba diving trip in the Andamans: No refund provided.
No show: No refund.
All refunds will be processed after deducting a flat fee of INR 200 per person. This is a cancellation fee levied by The Great Next.
Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions
You will receive a PADI Medical Form once your booking is confirmed, to ensure that you are fit for scuba diving in the Andamans. If you answer Yes to any of the questions, you will have to bring a signed medical certificate from a physician, without which you will not be allowed to swim.