Scuba diving in Lakshadweep

The Lakshadweep Island Group is also called as the Laccadives. The group of islands are situated at about 400 kilometers from Kerala, in India. Out of Lakshadweep's 36 Arabian sea coral islands only ten islands are inhabited and just two – Bangaram and Kadmat are open for the tourists visit. Kadmat Island is one destination that is enveloped by a lagoon and stretches across its western shores and sweeps over the northern tip to the east. This very natural formation offers you the opportunity to dive in deep warm waters. The island is also a popular location for several other water sports like Kayaking, Snorkeling apart from Scuba diving.

Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving is an exciting water sports activity, which is enjoyed by many people from all over the world. India is the proud owner of many scuba diving destinations. Scuba is an acronym used for Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. The apparatus was invented by a marine explorer Jacques Cousteau and Emile Gagnan.Scuba Diving in Lakshadweep is an amazing experience. The crystal clear water, the clean sand on the sea bed, the colorful, varied shapes of coral formations and vibrant tropical fish, make a journey underwater a magical one.

Popular Dive Locations
Scuba Diving is well practised in the teardrop shaped island of Bangaram. The island looks extremely romantic with its evergreen coconut palms and creamy sand of the beaches. These all add to the beauty of scuba diving sites. India's only licensed Diving School is located here. Popular dive locations of Bangaram are:
Manta Point and the wreck The Princess Royal. Manta rays, eagle rays, moray eels and green and hawkbill turtles are common. Manta Rays are mostly seen from Oct-Dec when they come to feed at Manta Point. One can also catch with the pod of ten to twenty Asian dolphins. You can witness the best of coral formations at all the dives at Bangaram. The reefs that surround Bangaram are as close to perfect as you can get. The coral provided plenty of hiding spots for the Leopard Moray Eels.

You can also dive the wreck of the Princess Royal which lays in 35 m of clear water after being sunk in the battle by the French and British. The environment of the island is refreshingly tranquil very much far from the hustle and bustle from the city.

Best Season For Scuba Diving
The time between the months of May and November is the best time to enjoy the activity of Scuba Diving.