Snorkeling in the ocean

Snorkeling in the Andaman Islands

The clearest water in India. Havelock and Neil are the country's diving heartland, with snorkelling and freediving around the islands.
Operators
3
Season
Oct-May
Region
Andaman & Nicobar

The easiest snorkeling in India is the shallow reef off Elephant Beach on Havelock and the North Bay boat trips from Port Blair. Netrani Island off Karnataka holds clearer water than the Goa coast, and Grande Island off Goa is usually combined with a boat cruise.

Andaman Islands: shallow reef right off the beach. See everything in India

Season in the Andaman Islands: October to May, when the sea is calm and visibility is at its best.

Snorkeling operators in the Andaman Islands

3 operators listed. Prices and reviews show only where the operator has published them.

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First time snorkeling?

If you can float, you can snorkel. Operators provide the mask, snorkel, fins and a life jacket, and guides stay in the water with first-timers.

Snorkeling in the Andaman Islands: common questions

When is the best time for snorkeling in the Andaman Islands?
October to May, when the sea is calm and visibility is at its best.
Do I need experience to try snorkeling in the Andaman Islands?
If you can float, you can snorkel. Operators provide the mask, snorkel, fins and a life jacket, and guides stay in the water with first-timers.
How many snorkeling operators are listed in the Andaman Islands?
3: Barefoot Scuba, Lacadives, Dive India. Only operators we have verified are active appear here.
What is snorkeling in the Andaman Islands like?
Shallow reef right off the beach.
How much does snorkeling in the Andaman Islands cost?
No operator in the Andaman Islands has published a price range on Coral Circuit yet, so the cards say "Contact for prices". Ask the operator direct for a current quote.

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