

Best for intermediate divers, 14-22m, boat entry, mild current.
Snapper City is a reef site located off Agatti Island, India, accessible only by boat. Divers typically explore depths between 14 and 22 metres, though the site reaches 25 to 29 metres in some sections. Visibility ranges from 15 to 40 metres. While currents are generally mild, they can become strong, requiring careful monitoring and constant contact with the boat crew. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, surgeonfish, butterflyfish, parrotfish, and anemonefish. Facilities including air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours are available locally. Due to the potential for strong currents and the depth profile, this site is suited for intermediate divers.
10.87330, 72.10940
Check current conditions with your guide before descending, as currents can spike beyond the typical mild flow and catch divers off guard on the deeper sections of the reef. Air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours are available, so travelling light is a practical option.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-22m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Maldive Anemonefish, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, Threadfin Butterflyfish, surgeonfish, goatfish, soldierfish, and snails.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the potential for strong currents and the depth profile.
The site is typically dived between 14 and 22 metres, with some sections reaching 25 to 29 metres.
Snapper City requires boat access.
This site is designated for diving and requires boat access; it is not described as a snorkelling location.
Diving at Snapper City in Agatti requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Snapper City in Agatti. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Snapper City in Agatti. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Snapper City in Agatti are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Snapper City in Agatti typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Snapper City in Agatti typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.