

Best for beginner divers, 3-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Netrani is a standalone reef and drop-off site located 19 kilometres offshore in India. The topography features shallow areas starting at 3 metres, suitable for beginners, while the drop-off extends to 30 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is subject to moderate currents and occasional surf. Divers should maintain awareness of their depth and bottom time, particularly when exploring the deeper sections of the reef. Guided tours and boat charters are available to facilitate safe entry and navigation of the site.
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May and October offer the most reliable visibility and calmer seas, so plan your trip around those windows. Shore break and surf at the boat entry point can catch beginners off guard, so listen to your guide's briefing on how to board and disembark safely.
Access is via boat from Murudeshwar.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Oct
Yes, the site features shallow areas starting at 3 metres that are accessible for newly certified divers.
The depth ranges from 3 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only site located 19 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
The site is subject to moderate currents and surf, which can affect boat entry and exit.
Diving at Netrani in Murudeshwar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Netrani in Murudeshwar. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Netrani in Murudeshwar are May and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Netrani in Murudeshwar. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Netrani in Murudeshwar typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.