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Over the years, Bond Group has earned prestigious awards and recognition from government authorities, military institutions, tourism organizations, and global marine industry leaders, reflecting our commitment to adventure tourism, ocean conservation, skill development, and world-class marine experiences.
From the Governor of Kerala to the South Asian Travel Awards, recognition across government, military and industry.
Special Award for Indian Army support
World-record Vikram Batra portrait
Presented by CM Omar Abdullah
Best Water Sports Provider, South India
Bond Group was honored by the Governor of Kerala with a Special Award for exceptional support to the Indian Army through various initiatives and contributions to national service programs. Recognized for outstanding support and collaboration with the Indian Army, showcasing Bond Group’s commitment to nation-building and community service.
Bond Group received a Special Award from the Indian Army for creating a world record, the largest portrait of Kargil War Hero Captain Vikram Batra. This recognition highlights the organization’s dedication to honoring national heroes and strengthening civilian-military cooperation.
Honoured with the prestigious National Adventure Tourism Leadership Award presented by the Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, recognizing outstanding contributions to India’s adventure tourism industry.
Bond Water Sports was awarded the prestigious SATA Award for being the Best Water Sports Activity Service Provider in South India, demonstrating excellence in customer experience, safety standards, and adventure tourism services.
Bond Safari Kovalam helped launch the Blue Chef Initiative, a regional ocean conservation and sustainable seafood program in Kovalam, led by the UDS Group of Hotels in collaboration with the Planet Ocean Foundation and Ocean Love.
Beyond awards, Bond Group has earned recognition from internationally renowned marine experts, tourism leaders, and government representatives.
Global shark conservationist with 25+ years protecting Caribbean reef sharks.
Guinness World Record holder for the deepest scuba dive at 332.35 metres.
Founder of the Global Underwater Explorers Foundation.
Founder of Ocean Geographic & Asian Geographic magazines.
Direct engagement at the heart of the Maldives’ marine tourism industry.
Strong connections across the Maldivian tourism ecosystem.
Plus leading resorts, boating associations and yacht charter companies.
Part of the launch event for a Malayalam movie soundtrack, a first for Indian cinema.
Conducted a full Instructor Development Training Program on-site in Kovalam.
Launched alongside Actor & MLA Mukesh, championing marine conservation awareness.
Pioneering a new genre of marine entertainment and ocean-conservation storytelling.
Our awards and recognitions are a testament to our mission of creating safe, sustainable, and globally recognized opportunities in scuba diving, marine tourism, and ocean conservation. Every recognition inspires us to keep pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks in the industry.