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by GraceOda

1. Havelock Islands (Andaman and Nicobar Islands)

Havelock Island looks like a paradise it's self. it is a very adventure and popular destination. The vibrant underwater life of the Bay of Bengal offers an ideal backdrop for scuba diving in Andaman. The island has a wide range of exotic marine life like Humpback Parrotfish, Lionfish, soft corals, The rare dugongs and schools of colourful fishes.

Best Time to Visit

The place is at its best during the months between Octobers and April, so that might just be the time to visit it otherwise the currents are simply too high and also there is a factor of monsoons.

Popular Diving Sites

Barefoot Scuba

Andaman Bubbles Scuba Diving

Scuba Lov in Dive Resort

Dive India

India Scuba Explorers

Ocean Dive Centre

Blue Corals Dive

Eco Diver

Dive India Outbound

Ocean Tribe Scuba

Approximate Cost

Package rates are somewhere between INR 4500- INR 6000 Per Person. Please make sure you have a clear medical certificate form beforehand.

2. Bangaram, Lakshadweep

Scuba diving in Bangaram Island is both thrilling and daring. It is one of the most attractive places that offer Scuba Diving in India. You lose yourself in the blue transparent lagoons and coves with manta rays, turtle, vibrant fishes and shark and whale occasionally.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Bangaram Islands is between October and March due to calm seas. Just make sure to carry your passport wherever you go.

Popular Diving Sites

Laccadives

Aggati Island

Bangarram Island

Approximate Cost

Ranges from INR 4000- INR 7000 Per Person.

3. The Aravind Wall, Pondicherry

One of the most famous scuba diving site in Pondicherry. The place is characterised by the number of different and unique sea creatures like lionfish, butterflyfish and also a variety of sea snakes. If one is lucky, one can also see the Honeycomb Moray Eel in the Wall. The place is conveniently connected to airways.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit this place is between December and March when the temperature is appropriate and seas are calm.

Popular Diving Sites

Temple Adventures

Approximate Cost

INR 3500- INR 6000 non-swimmers/fun swimming Per Person.

4. Kovalam, Kerala

Kovalam is becoming famous amongst tourists for scuba diving. The water is clean and offers a glimpse into a rich sea-life with lots of sea and creatures. Kovalam is one of the most unique scuba diving destinations in India.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to this place between September to February is a good time to indulge in water activities.

Popular diving sites

Bond Safari

Scuba Cochin Dive

Approximate Cost

Ranges from INR 4000 Per Person.

5. Corruption Rock, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

This very beautiful dive point, between Chidiyatappu and Rutland Island, is a beautiful dive spot. There is an abundance of canyons, ridges and channels undersea which makes the place really different and adds to its unique beauty. This place also has many shipwrecks so one can imagine being looking for a treasure underneath (although there are none!). The place is also famous for its unicorn fishes, Napoleon and Eagle rays etc. The only way of getting there is by ferries which move from Port Blair on a daily basis.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to go there is between December and March, due to less rush.

Popular Diving Sites

Lacadives

Approximate Cost

Range From INR 3500- INR 6000 Per Person.