India

Vasco Da Gama

Vasco da Gama is a coastal city in Goa on India's west coast, serving as a gateway for divers exploring the Arabian Sea. The area offers a mix of reef and rocky habitats accessible from the shore and nearby boat dives. With several dive sites nearby and limited local dive centers, divers typically arrange trips through Goa-based operators for reef walls, drift dives, and occasional deeper wreck or pinnacle sites in the Arabian Sea. Conditions are warm year-round with tropical marine life, and visibility can vary but generally supports enjoyable diving within short boat rides from the city.

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)

Dive sites and dive centers around Vasco da Gama

Nearby Dive Sites (21)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Vasco da Gama

The best time to dive in Vasco da Gama

The best months to dive in Vasco da Gama are from January to April and December. Temperatures are confortable (27-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

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

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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