Snapper City
Regenerating reef with turtles and diverse fish life.
Boat Access
11m Avg Depth
22m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, known as Snapper City, is located close to the eastern jetty and is uniquely marked by a tsunami buoy that serves as its mooring line. The underwater topography features a broken reef that commences at an approximate depth of 14 meters, gently sloping down to 25 meters on its eastern side. The other two directions boast areas of regenerating coral, providing a vital nursery for various juvenile marine species. While no specific history or story is provided, its name suggests a potential abundance of snapper fish in the past or present.
Divers at Snapper City can anticipate encountering a rich array of marine life. Notable larger inhabitants include Hawksbill and Green Turtles. The reef teems with a variety of fish such as bannerfish, mullets, parrotfish, batfish, groupers, angelfish, and butterfly fish. The presence of regrowing corals and juvenile fish indicates a healthy and evolving ecosystem.
The best time to visit Snapper City generally aligns with the dry season in the Lakshadweep region, typically from October to May, offering calmer seas and optimal visibility. This site is particularly recommended for divers interested in observing reef regeneration and a diverse range of fish life, including charismatic turtles. Freedivers will find the average depth of 11 meters and maximum of 22 meters highly suitable for exploring the reef's features and marine inhabitants.
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Plan Your Visit
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Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Features a broken reef sloping to 25m, offering varied depths suitable for certified divers exploring marine life.
Current Strength:
Mild
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