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Fun scuba dives at Grandé Island, Goa - FlyingFish Scuba School Certified Divers

Fun Dives at Grandé Island, Goa | FlyingFish Scuba

Guided scuba diving in Goa for certified divers. British-era wreck, coral reefs, turtles and rays - 30 minutes from Candolim.

Full Day Up to 30m Candolim, Goa
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  • British-era shipwreck and a coral reef full of fish
  • Novotel Resort hospitality on the boat
  • All equipment & boat transfers included
  • HD underwater photos & videos
₹5,940
+ GST per person

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SSI Certified Dive Centre, Candolim, Goa 500+ Certified Diver Trips 4:1 Guide Ratio

Scuba Diving in Goa at Grandé Island

Grandé Island is about 30 minutes by boat from Candolim. We dive several sites around the island, and the one everyone comes back for is a British-era shipwreck sitting at around 40 feet - now thick with soft coral and fish.

Most dives turn up angelfish, parrotfish, snappers, groupers, eagle rays, blue-spotted stingrays, and moray eels. Reef sharks and hawksbill and olive ridley sea turtles show up less predictably - but they do show up. The reef structure has potato and table corals, nudibranchs, and the kind of macro life - crinoids, mollusks, pipefish - that rewards anyone who slows down and actually looks.

Water Temp
27° – 30°C
Comfortable year-round
Visibility
3 – 6 metres
Season & conditions vary
Dive Sites
5 Sites
Reef, wreck & pinnacle
Max Depth
Up to 30m
By certification level

What's included in every package

Guided scuba dives at Grandé Island
Full ScubaPro equipment rental
Boat ride to & from the island
Experienced SSI/PADI dive guide
Snacks & fruits (Novotel hospitality)
HD underwater photos & videos
Dive insurance coverage
Arrival: Meet us at Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim by 7:30 AM for equipment sizing & briefing. Want a complimentary dive refresher? Arrive by 6:30 AM. We're back on shore by around 2:30 PM.

Dive Sites near Grandé Island, Goa

5 sites across reef, wreck, pinnacle and sheltered bay - each picked on the day based on conditions.

Grandé Island Reef 5–18m
All Cert Levels

Healthy coral gardens, moray eels, schools of barracuda and snappers. Visibility 5–15m. The main reef - great for all levels.

Suzy's Wreck 12–18m
OW+ Certified

British-era vessel at ~40 feet, encrusted with soft corals. Groupers, stingrays, and moray eels call it home. Penetration possible for experienced divers.

Sail Rock 14–24m
AOW Required

Rocky pinnacle with strong currents and pelagics. Eagle rays, drift diving, and open-ocean encounters. For the more experienced diver.

Shelter Cove 6–14m
All Cert Levels

Protected bay, gentle currents. Good first site if you're coming back to diving after a break. Nudibranchs, pipefish, and enough macro life to keep you busy.

Bounty Bay 5–12m
All Cert Levels

Shallow reef, so you get longer bottom times. Good for nudibranchs, seahorses, and anyone who brought an underwater camera.

Site selection is made on the day based on sea conditions, tides, and your certification level. Your dive guide will brief you each morning.

Marine Life - Scuba Diving in Goa

Grandé Island's reefs are some of Goa's most biodiverse - every dive turns up something new.

Angelfish & Parrotfish
Eagle Rays & Stingrays
Moray Eels
Hawksbill & Olive Ridley Turtles
Snappers & Groupers
Nudibranchs & Octopuses
Pufferfish & Butterflyfish
Barracuda Schools
Potato & Table Corals
Reef Sharks (occasional)
Crinoids & Mollusks
Pipefish & Seahorses

Water Conditions

  • Temperature: 27°C – 30°C year-round
  • Visibility: 3 – 6 metres (season-dependent)
  • Currents: Gentle to moderate depending on site
  • Best season: October – May

Scuba Diving Equipment - What's Included

All gear is ScubaPro - serviced on schedule, not when it breaks.

MK25/S620 Regulator

Cold-water rated first stage. Serviced every 100 dives or 6 months - whichever comes first.

Hydros Pro BCD

Modular design with integrated weight pockets. Comfortable for all body types, easy to size on the boat.

Aladin Sport Computer

Wrist-mount dive computer with NDL, ascent rate display, and nitrox capability (up to 50% O₂).

Full Kit

3mm wetsuit, fins, mask & snorkel, weight belt - all included. Bring your own if you prefer.

Nitrox Available EANx32 and EANx36 fills available for certified Nitrox divers. Longer bottom times, faster surface intervals.

A Day of Scuba Diving in Goa - What to Expect

Here's what a typical 2-dive day looks like. Multi-day packages follow the same morning schedule.

07:30 AM
Arrival & Briefing

Meet at Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim. Equipment sizing, dive briefing, and medical form if not done online. Complimentary refresher available here for lapsed divers.

08:00 AM
Transfer to Jetty

Short transfer to Sinquerim jetty. Load gear and board the dive boat.

08:30 AM
Boat Ride to Grandé Island

~30-minute ride across the Arabian Sea. Snacks and fruits served on board by Novotel.

09:30 AM
Dive 1 - Suzy's Wreck

Pre-dive briefing on site. Guided dive with max 4 divers per guide. Typical duration 40–50 minutes.

10:30 AM
Surface Interval

Rest on the boat or snorkel the reef. Snacks and hydration. Review photos from Dive 1.

11:30 AM
Dive 2 - Coral Garden

Second guided dive at a different site. Your guide selects based on conditions and certification level.

~02:30 PM
Return & Debrief

Back at Novotel. Debrief, logbook stamps, and photo/video sharing. Pack up and head out!

Why Book Scuba Diving in Goa with FlyingFish

No fluff. Here's what actually sets us apart.

ScubaPro Equipment

Pro-grade gear serviced on a strict schedule - not replaced only when it fails. Every piece of kit is maintained before and after each dive day.

4:1 Max Diver Ratio

Maximum 4 divers per Divemaster. No cattle boats, no getting lost in the crowd. Your guide actually knows where you are underwater.

5 Dive Sites

Wreck, reef, rock formation, sheltered bay, shallow garden - each with different marine life and depths. Site is chosen on the day based on conditions.

Nitrox Available

EANx32/36 fills on request for certified Nitrox divers. More bottom time, faster off-gassing.

Free Refresher Included

Haven't dived in 12+ months? We'll do a quick confined water skills review before the first open water dive. No extra charge, no judgment.

Based at Novotel Resort

We operate from Novotel Resort & Spa, Candolim. Snacks and fruits on the boat are catered by Novotel - a proper hospitality touch that most dive operators skip.

Requirements for Fun Dives in Goa

What You Need

  • Valid scuba certification (SSI, PADI, NAUI, BSAC, CMAS or equivalent)
  • Certification card - physical or digital
  • Swimwear and a towel
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Logbook (optional but recommended)
  • Completed medical questionnaire (sent on booking)

Important Notes

  • No flying for 18–24 hours after diving
  • No alcohol for 24 hours before diving
  • Site assignment based on conditions and certification level
  • Free refresher provided if 12+ months since last dive
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to dive date
  • Weather-related cancellations are fully refundable

Scuba Diving in Goa - Frequently Asked Questions

Which certifications do you accept?

Any internationally recognised certification - SSI, PADI, NAUI, BSAC, CMAS, SDI, or equivalent. Just bring your card (physical or digital).

Is equipment included in the price?

Yes - full ScubaPro BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, and dive computer. If you're bringing your own gear, mention it when you book and we'll sort the pricing.

Can I dive with Nitrox?

Yes. EANx32 and EANx36 fills are available for certified Nitrox divers. If you're not yet certified, consider adding our Fun Dive + Nitrox combo.

What depths will I dive to?

Typically 5–18m for Open Water certified divers. AOW certified divers can access deeper sites like Sail Rock (up to 24m), subject to conditions on the day.

I haven't dived in over a year - is that okay?

Yes. Arrive at 6:30 AM and we'll run a quick confined water refresher - 20 minutes of theory, 15 minutes of skills in shallow water. Most divers are comfortable again within the hour.

What is your cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your dive date. Cancellations due to weather or sea conditions are fully refundable, no questions asked.

How many divers per guide?

Maximum 4 divers per Divemaster - always. We don't overbook or squeeze groups together on the day.

Can I choose which dive sites I visit?

You can express a preference and we'll factor it in. Final call is made on the morning based on conditions, tides, and your certification level.

What's Included

  • 2 Guided Scuba Dives
  • Full Scuba Equipment Rental
  • Boat Ride to Grandé Island & back
  • Experienced Dive Guide
  • Snacks & Fruits on board (Novotel hospitality)
  • HD Underwater Photos & Videos
  • Insurance Coverage

Exclusions

  • Nitrox fills (extra)
  • Personal expenses
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Ready to dive Grandé Island?

Pick your package above and book your spot. We'll confirm availability and sort out the rest.