India

Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer tropical island diving in the Andaman Sea of the Indian Ocean. The region features clear, warm waters with vibrant hard coral communities, a variety of reef profiles, and several notable wrecks and macro sites accessible from Port Blair and other port towns. Typical conditions include calm to moderate currents, good visibility, and relatively shallow to mid-depth dives suitable for recreational divers. Expect diverse marine life such as reef fishes, nudibranchs, macro critters, schooling fish, and occasional larger pelagic encounters in the outer reefs. Access is primarily by liveaboard or boat trips from main hubs like Port Blair, with several dedicated dive centers supporting local explorations. The cluster of islands and channels creates sheltered sites in inner harbors and more exposed offshore sites for deeper exploration.

Essential information for traveling in India

About India

Sea
Andaman Sea, Bay of Bengal, Laccadive Sea, Arab...
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Languages
HI EN
Demonym
Indian
Phone prefix
+91

Practicalities

Currency
INR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type D
Airports
DEL BOM COK GOI HYD

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

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The best time to dive in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The best months to dive in Andaman and Nicobar Islands are from Febuary to March. Temperatures are confortable (27-28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
27 °C 29 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
27 °C 29 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
28 °C 30 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
28 °C 30 °C 6/10
05 - May
28 °C 31 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
27 °C 29 °C 4/10
09 - Sept.
26 °C 29 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 29 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
27 °C 29 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
27 °C 29 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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