

Best for beginner divers, 3-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Tribe Gate is a collection of reef patches surrounding a larger, oval-shaped reef structure in the Port Blair Area. This site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 3 to 15 metres and an average depth of 8 metres. Access is by boat, as the site is located 3000 metres from the shore. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility between 12 and 20 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 28 to 31 degrees Celsius. Hazards at this location include jellyfish, sea urchins, sharks, sharp coral, and stonefish. A typical dive duration is 45 minutes.
12.03893, 93.00730
Midday dives provide the best overhead lighting for photography.
Accessible by boat from Havelock Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-15m
Visibility
12-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 8 metres and mild currents.
The reef depth ranges from 3 metres at its shallowest point to 15 metres at its deepest.
Tribe Gate is located 3000 metres from the shore and requires a boat for access.
The best months to visit Tribe Gate are May and October.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish, sea urchins, sharks, sharp coral, and stonefish.
Diving at Tribe Gate in Havelock Island requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tribe Gate in Havelock Island. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Tribe Gate in Havelock Island typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tribe Gate in Havelock Island typically ranges from 12 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.