If you like water, water bodies, sea creature then once in life also experience Scuba diving. It is most amusing water sports of all time; offer us a way to explore the underwater life of species. If you want to have a new experience filled with fun and thrill, then you can try scuba diving. Scuba diving is underwater diving in which you can use a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus known as scuba. It is independent of surface supply to breathe underwater. You can carry your source of breathing gas; usually compressed air allows you freedom of movement than surface-supplied divers and longer underwater staying power than breath-hold divers. Three sides are India surrounded by water, so there are many fantastic scuba diving spots which are ranging from popular to some not-so-popular-yet-unexplored, they can make anyone fall in love with them. The number of places in India is not less where you can visit to see the beauty of nature, different species under water. Best Places for Scuba Diving are
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Andaman is one of the beautiful creations of the Almighty which Situated in the middle of the Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal. There number of stunningly beautiful beaches and scuba diving spots. The deep clean water and beautiful marine life make Andaman and Nicobar Islands most attractive destinations for scuba diving in India. They offer many diving sites that have a great variety of marine nature such as Scorpionfish, Octopus, Angler fish, Sharks, and Coral reefs as well. Dive sites at Andaman and Nicobar Islands:
Havelock Islands:
It is one of the most popular Islands. It is situated about 50 km away from Port Blair; the island has an interesting marine life. You can see here species like Humpback Parrotfish, Lionfish, soft corals, the rare dugongs and schools of colorful fishes. To go there, one can take a ferry from Port Blair to reach there we take 2.5 hours. There are many attractive sites like The Wall, Lighthouse, and Mac Point, etc. Each place has its own features. The hotels and resorts are also affordable here. The place is best during the months between Octobers and April. Package rates are between Rs. 4500-6000. Also, make sure you have a clear medical certificate form beforehand.
Neil islands
It is one more part of Andaman which beautiful albeit with the less hustle and bustle that surrounds the Havelock islands. It is a small and beautiful island which has unexplored beaches, excellent scuba diving spots. It retains its beauty owing to the rich variety of marine life. There are enormous beach spots like the Jetty area, Margherita's Mischief and Laxmanpur Beach 1. Cost per person is around 3500-6000 INR.
Port Blair
Port Blair has many beautiful places to go to for scuba diving. The Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park in Wandoor is a unique place reserved to protect the marine flora and fauna. Go and see some most beautiful sea flowers and about 50 different types of corals including Fungia, Pocillopora, Clown fishLeptoseris, etc. You will also Clownfish, Butterflyfish, Parrotfish, etc. It Cost is around 3500 - 6000 INR.
North Point, Cinque Island
In Andaman and Nicobar islands, this spot has the purest water in the world. It is one of the most beautiful scuba diving places. There are a variety of corals, sponges and a rich diversity of colorful and vivid marine life. The site has a variety of beautiful black corals and also sharks. From Port Blair, we can go to Cinque Island by a chartered boat.
Grand Island
Goa is all about beaches and party. GRAND ISLAND in Goa is a popular destination for adventure across the globe. Grand Island is located few kilometers westwards of the Mormugao peninsula, and this place is a haven for scuba divers. In between the most admired sites is the Suzy's Wreck, a British ship sunken in the 1930s due to a strong storm. The boat remains there to cover with mussels and corals which is now a home for many fishes and crustaceans. There is one another shipwreck call Davy Jones Locker which is a favorite among the specialized scuba divers. It is advised for only professionals and experienced scuba divers to go there. The Uma Gumma Reef would be a beautiful place, for beginners. It has calm water and a range of sea creatures like needlefish, lobsters, white tip reef sharks, etc. There are many shipwrecks in Grand Island. It is an excellent place for treasure hunting at places like Suzy's wreck, Davy Lockers Jones, Uma Gumma Reef, Surge city, Turbo Tunnel, etc. There is the only way to go with the help of a boat or ferry. It costs 4000 INR per person.
Bangaram Island
Bangaram is located in the union territory of Lakshadweep islands. The attractive underwater beauty merely is eye-catching with the continuous coral reef and also has been considered as famous beach countries like Maldives and Mauritius. It is one of the cleanest water. You can go to the island by taking a boat from Agatti. It can Range from 4000-7000 INR. Furthermore, the best time to visit Bangaram Islands is between October and March due to calm seas. Other dive sites in Pondicherry are Cool Shark Reef, Temple Reef, The Hole, 4 Corners, etc.
Netrani Island
In Karnataka, there is Netrani Island which is also known as Pigeon Island. It is located 10 miles from the temple town of Mudreshwar in Bhatkal Taluk. It has a beautiful diving spot which is in the form of a heart shape. It is a coral island with a coral reef and varieties of coral, butterfly fish, parrot fish, eels and shrimps. You can also see a whale or orcas. The place is also connected from Goa, Mumbai, Mangalore, and Bangalore. Approximate Cost per person is 5500-6000 INR.
Kovalam Beach
In Kerala, there is Kovalam beach which is at a distance of about 16 km from Thiruvananthapuram. This area is slowly developing into a scuba diving setting since there is Bond Safari Kovala. There is a company which makes use of 'bond' submarine which is an underwater scooter. It is an exciting thing about kovala beach. Their water is very calm. Railways and airports also connect the place. Its cost is more than 20000 INR.
