Top 5 Indian Sea-Diving Destinations to Explore Amazing Marine Life
The Andaman Islands
The Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands—which is an archipelago of 572 islands—can be a safe bet for those looking for a tranquil diving location.
Scuba diving in Andaman waters can provide you with a superb opportunity to explore an amazing underwater marine life, as well as an array of colorful aquatic creatures, and some of the rarest coral reefs on the planet.
Lakshadweep
This remote archipelago, which starts about 200 kilometers/125 miles off India’s southwestern coast, is known for her white sand beaches and a world class diving site.
The only catch is that the place is presently closed for diving. However, the local PADI dive centers are hoping to re-open it soon.
Goa
Grand Island of Goa is known for its open sea dive and very easily accessible from south Goa, An active marine life and see shipwrecks are the major attractions along with the clear visibility of 5m underwater and the admire coral gardens.
Pondicherry
This old French colony of India has earned a name among scuba diving hotspots, all thanks to its mostly unexplored reefs and occasional wrecks. You can also explore schools of morays, large groupers, barracudas, batfish, rays, nudibranchs, angelfish and more.
Netrani, Karnataka
Netrani is located 10 nautical miles from the town of Murudeshwar in the state of Karnataka. This small, almost uninhabited island is almost like a sanctuary for scuba diving enthusiasts. You can see a great variety of coral and aquatic life as well as highlights like sharks, turtles etc. The island also prides itself on its diverse avian life.