Puducherry

Puducherry region offers coastal diving along the southeast coast of India, primarily around the union territory's mangroves and nearshore habitats along the Bay of Bengal. The dive scene is modest in scale, with shore-accessible sites and local centers serving recreational divers. Expect warm, tropical water in the Bay of Bengal with typical monsoon-influenced visibility and a variety of small fish, invertebrates, and seagrass meadows in nearby estuarine areas. This region is suitable for beginner to intermediate divers looking for convenient, local diving experiences near Puducherry city and nearby coastal villages like Chinna Veerampattinam.