Netrani

Premier Indian island dive with clear water and vibrant reefs.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as Netrani or Pigeon Island, is a popular destination located off the coast of Murudeshwar in Karnataka, India. It’s renowned for its exceptionally clear waters and abundant marine life. The island offers excellent opportunities for both scuba diving and snorkeling. Divers frequently encounter vibrant coral reefs teeming with schools of fish, along with predators such as barracudas and moray eels. On rare occasions, whale sharks have been spotted in the area. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 meters, making it consistently considered one of India’s premier diving locations. Netrani is an uninhabited island; access for diving is usually arranged through operators based in Murudeshwar.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

coral reefsharkwhalebeginner friendlywide angle

Marine Life

barracudamoray eeltriggerfishparrotfishangelfishstonefishlionfishvarious coral species

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Excellent visibility and calm conditions suit beginners, while diverse marine life appeals to experienced divers.

Hazards:
boat trafficdepthcurrent
Current Strength:

Variable

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