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Underwater video of Scuba diving at Havelock Island, Andaman

posted Feb 15, 2012 6:53 PM by Giridhar Gangadhara

Snippets from my underwater Scuba dives near Havelock Island, Andaman, India. This is one of the best places to dive in India with gorgeous and a vibrant underwater life. Andaman is well connected by flights from Chennai and Kolkata.

Scuba diving at Netrani (OWC, AOWC, DSD) Feb 2012

posted Feb 12, 2012 7:27 PM by Giridhar Gangadhara   [ updated Feb 12, 2012 7:28 PM ]

Hi,
Swimming pool session


Good news for all Scuba diving lovers! Netrani is open for diving now :)

We have the following courses and dives scheduled at Netrani in Feb 2012.

Open Water Certification -- 20 Feb to 23 Feb
Advanced Open Water Certification -- 20 Feb to 21 Feb
Discover Scuba Dive (swimming pool session with 1 dive) -- 25 Feb to 26 Feb
Dives for Certified divers -- 25 Feb and 26 Feb

Please drop us an email if you would like to participate by this weekend. Do contact us for Cost and logistics.

Contact TAG INDIA at: +91- 9535278981 or info@tagindia.net

Photos from our past events at Netrani: https://picasaweb.google.com/110284888043297258629/ScubaDivingMurudeshwara
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.394555163009.173907.785248009&type=1

Regards,
TAG INDIA team
www.tagindia.net

Happy New Year! Welcome 2012...

posted Jan 6, 2012 11:44 AM by Giridhar Gangadhara

We had a very memorable 2011 and here is to wishing that we have an even more adventurous 2012! A collage of 2011 memories!

2011 Collage

Scuba diving & Sight seeing - Andaman Islands (20 Jan to 29 Jan 2012)

posted Dec 16, 2011 11:18 PM by Giridhar Gangadhara   [ updated Dec 24, 2011 3:59 AM ]


We are planning a 9 day trip to Andaman islands. 26th Jan is a holiday (hence 4 days leave can give you 9 days vacation) and flight tickets are not that expensive now. January is a great time to scuba dive in Andamans so dont miss this opportunity.Interested participants can get open water certification and certified drivers can try new forms of diving like wreck diving, night diving, nitrox diving, drift diving, underwater nature diving etc.

Please ensure that you book your travel tickets (Train + Flight + Bus) for Andaman soon. Approximate travel charge if booked now is approximately INR 17,000.Cost & details of the trip will be shared soon.

Train Details:
BANGALORE CY JN(SBC) To: CHENNAI CENTRAL(MAS)
Train No. & Name: 12658 / CHENNAI MAIL Date of Journey: 20/1/2012 Class: 2A Departure: 22:45

Flight Details:
Chennai - Port Blair Journey Time : 2hr 00min Kingfisher Red IT - 3633 Departure: 09:45 Sat 21 Jan 12
Port Blair - Chennai Journey Time : 2hr 00min Kingfisher Red IT - 3634 Departure: 12:15 Sun 29 Jan 12

Bus Details:
CHENNAI CENTRAL to BANGALORE
VRL Travels Non A/C Seater/Sleeper (2+1) Date of Journey: 29/1/2012 Departure: 22:15

Tentative Itinerary

Jan 20 Night train to Chennai
Jan 21 Chennai to Port Blair, transfer to Havelock island
Jan 22 OWC theory + fun dives + Snorkeling
Jan 23 OWC Confined water + fun dives + Snorkeling
Jan 24 OWC dives + fun dives + Snorkeling
Jan 25 OWC dives + fun dives + Snorkeling
Jan 26 Check-out, transfer to Port Blair, evening sight seeing
Jan 27 Sight Seeing
Jan 28 Sight Seeing
Jan 29 Return to Chennai, Night train/bus to Bangalore

Regards,
TAG INDIA team
www.tagindia.net
info@tagindia.net/ giridharbg@gmail.com
+91-9900216172

Photos and Video from Netrani trip

posted Nov 1, 2011 12:22 AM by Giridhar Gangadhara

Sharing photos and video from the Scuba diving trip to Netrani. We had extremely strong currents, saw a lot of fishes and witnessed an amazing phenomenon of jelly fish colony. See the video for more details.

Facebook photos

Netrani Scuba Diving 2011


YouTube Video of the Jelly fish colony



Regards,
TAGINDIA team

Camping and trekking to Kunti Betta - Nov 2011

posted Oct 18, 2011 9:52 PM by Giridhar Gangadhara

Trek to Kunti betta, Water activities, night camping. Details of the event will be posted soon.

Scuba Diving & Snorkeling at Netrani - 29-30 October 2011

posted Sep 23, 2011 7:15 PM by Giridhar Gangadhara   [ updated Oct 18, 2011 9:49 PM ]

Registration is closed for this event. Next event 26-27 Nov. Registrations open.
We are planning for Scuba diving & Snorkeling in October 2011 (29-30th) at Netrani, Murudeshwara.
Will have Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) session for beginners and advanced dives for those who are certified.
Please download the Medical Statement and fill it out to know if you are fit to dive. Do bring a signed copy to the event.
Fill up the registration form with Shoe size and shirt size details. Registration Form


Route: Bangalore - Shimoga - Kollur routeMurdeshwar, roughly 475 Km from Bangalore.

Tentative Schedule:

 28 Oct    
Evening Depart from Bangalore
 29 Oct
Reach Murudeshwar and check into hotel. Swimming pool training session. Evening - relax at beach, water sports or indoor sports as per choice
 30 Oct
Breakfast and depart to Netrani island for scuba diving.
 31 Oct Morning Return to Bangalore

Charges includes: Transportation, AC room accommodation on twin sharing basis, Orientation session in Swimming Pool, Equipment rental, Boat ride to the Island, Scuba Dive in Ocean, Boat charges, safety gears, light snacks on boat, Snorkeling equipments, Porters, miscellaneous.

Charges donot include: Break fast, lunch, dinner- Murudeshwar has very good vegetarian and sea food options so we would recommend participants to explore and try different cuisines. Other water sports available on the beach.

Bank Details:

Bank
Axis Bank
Branch  
Banashankari
Account Name
TAG India
Account Number
102010200008617

Please transfer the amount to TAG INDIA account and email your transaction details to info@tagindia.net for confirmations.

Terms and Conditions:

  • No Cancellation will be accepted. (No refund)
  • Advance payment for confirmation of registration. No on the spot payment will be accepted.
  • Consumption of alcohol is STRICTLY not allowed
Photos from our past events at Netrani: 
https://picasaweb.google.com/110284888043297258629/ScubaDivingMurudeshwara
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.394555163009.173907.785248009&type=1

Father's Day Celebration on 18 & 19 June 2011 - Camping event

posted May 30, 2011 6:46 PM by Giridhar Gangadhara   [ updated Sep 23, 2011 7:18 PM ]


Although every day is a special day to us, 3rd Sunday of June is celebrated as 'Father's Day'. 18 & 19th of June 2011, we have thought of doing something different with the Father-Child duo.
 
TAG India is organizing a camping trip & inviting Fathers to paticipate with their kids. Sorry, mothers not invited.
 
 
We are going to Chickmagalur & plan to include the following activities:
Hiking
Exploring some dark natural caves
Trekking
Visiting a waterfall
Pitching a beautiful camp
Cooking a nice dinner @ the campsite
and a whole lot of fun filled games
 
If you are interested in participating, Fathers, Please fill up the form in the link given below with your details and your kids' details.
 
 https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&formkey=dDlMNVc5QnNId0hfRUV6STIyV1gxWVE6MA#gid=0
 
The cost of the event is Rs 2400/- per participant.
 
Event starts on very early on 18th June, Saturday morning & ends on 19th June Late Sunday night.
Includes Transport, Camping, Games, Activities, Stay, Veg Food, 
  
Best Regards,
Kumar Krishnaswamy / 9945503563
Roopa Sreedhar / 9886162404

Advanced Scuba PADI Open Water Certification - Feb 5 & 6th 2011

posted Oct 12, 2009 5:35 PM by Giridhar Gangadhara   [ updated Sep 23, 2011 7:18 PM ]

Advanced PADI Open Water Diving certification - Feb 5 & 6th 2011

This course consists of 5 Open Water Dives including the Core Dives (deep and navigation dives) as well as 3 elective dives. You get an original PADI manual, dive slate and PADI certification card.

Pre-requisite

PADI Open Water Diver certification or Basic CMAS / NAUI / IANTD / BSAC certification.

PADI Scube Open Water Certification - Dec 2010

posted Oct 12, 2009 5:34 PM by Giridhar Gangadhara   [ updated Jan 29, 2011 2:45 AM ]

TAG INDIA completed a recent trip to Goa for PADI SCUBA Open water certification course.Photos from the trip given below.

TAG INDIA Photos

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