© UmeedMistry Diving in India Being such a large country (seventh largest by area), India is home to three distinct biogeographic regions. The top diving regions, the Andaman Island and the Eastern and Western Ghats, all fall into the tropical rainforest habitat category. India has over 8,000 kilometers (5,000 miles) of coastline and, depending on where on the coast you are, can offer all types of diving and marine life. The second most populous country in the world is known for many things, but what you may not realize is that being a great diving location is one of them. Located on the Indian Ocean, southern parts of the country’s peninsula and its surrounding islands are among the best diving spots in the world. The Andaman Islands, Goa, Palolem Beach, Netrani Island, and the east coast cities of Puducherry and Visakhapatnam offer world-class diving, coral reefs, and marine life. If remote islands are not your thing, diving in India is a great way to dive and still be in a place with big cities, history, and culture. Featured Training Centers Instructor Training CenterDIVE GOAInstructor Training CenterDIVEIndia HavelockSeahawks WatersportsBarracuda Diving IndiaBangalore Scuba by DIVEIndiaDIVEIndia Neil This data is provided from the logbook information in the MySSI app Featured places to go in India © Shutterstock/Pikoso.kzGoaGoa is also a great place to dive and see shipwrecks.Learn more © Shutterstock/Tereshchenko Dmitry.jpgAndaman and Nicobar IslandsThe coral reefs around the Andaman Islands are isolated and are mostly untouched which provides for a great sampling of some of the best marine life.Learn more © Shutterstock/Jayakumar.jpgEast CoastThe East coast of India offers some great diving areas here as well, specifically, Pondicherry (now known as Puducherry) and Visakhapatnam.Learn more © AdobeStock/AmithMurdeshwarMurdeshwar is a town located in the state of Karnataka and just off the coast the diver paradise Netrani island is located.Learn more © MaresHavelock and Neil IslandsHavelock island in the south of the Andaman Islands offers exceptional diving spots.Learn more © ScubaproPondicherryPondicherry offers a huge range of diving opportunities where you can still find unscathed and sometimes unexplored coral reefs and shipwrecks.Learn more © ScubaproVisakhapatnamVisakhapatnam is home to huge underwater shipwrecks as well as a wide variety of underwater species.Learn more © ScubaproNetrani Island is a place where experienced divers have to dive from boats and will find strong currents but will be rewarded with some of the best scenery.Learn more © AqualungGrande IslandGrande Island is one of the best places to dive in all of India and serves as a hotspot for outdoor adventurers and water sports enthusiasts.Learn more Dive Sites in India Travel Information for India Power Plug Type C, D, MAirports BLR, MAA, CCU, DEL, GOICurrency INRLanguage en, hiElectricity 230 V / 50 HzTimezone UTC+05:30Network Provider AirTel, BSNL, Reliance Telecom Private, TATA / Karnataka Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.
