Scuba Divers, This Is For You! Andaman Islands Unveil 4 New Diving Spots In Diglipur

The Andaman Islands are quite popular and one of the best destinations for scuba diving in India. The islands have crystal-clear waters and attract thrill seekers from all over the world. But now, to expand adventure tourism, the Directorate of Information, Publicity & Tourism, Andaman & Nicobar Administration has officially unveiled four new scuba diving sites, and we are so excited to tell you all about them.

Andaman Islands Unveil Four New Scuba Diving Spots In Diglipur 

Many adventure enthusiasts have been visiting the scuba diving hotspots in Swaraj Dweep and Shaheed Dweep in the Andaman Islands. But to promote marine tourism, the officials have now unveiled four new scuba diving spots in Diglipur. The place, located about 320 km north of Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), is the largest town in North Andaman. It is famous for its untouched eco-tourism, dense tropical forests, and sea turtle nesting grounds.

According to NDTV, this development could really help position Diglipur as a premium destination for scuba diving. The four newly officially recognised sites will offer people cleaner reefs, less crowd, and an opportunity to explore waters that are still unexplored.

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All About These Four New Spots 

Now let’s talk about the four sites that could soon become the scuba diving hotspots in the Andaman Islands:

1. The Pristine Shoreline Sanctuary: This is the first location, situated just off the coast of Ross and Smith Islands. The site is considered beginner-friendly, and adventure enthusiasts can simply walk straight from the sandy beach shore into the ocean.

2. The Deep Blue Bridge: This scuba diving site offers a deeper and more immersive experience. It is located toward the northeast of the iconic Ross & Smith sandbar and is categorised as a boat-diving location. This means people would require boats to access the site. The depth profile is recorded between 3 and 11 metres, making it ideal for official scuba diving and recreational divers.

3. Small Wall Off Ross Island: This site is for divers seeking more adventurous geological formations. The scuba diving journey here begins on a prominent reef shelf that stands at a height of approximately 8 to 10 metres. The site will introduce divers to vertical underwater scenery, making the experience even more amazing.

4. Wall Of Craggy/Gentle Slope: This is the fourth, deepest, and most enigmatic site among all four. The site is great for highly experienced scuba divers as it is quite challenging. Due to the significant depth and oceanic currents flowing through the zone, divers may witness majestic manta rays, eagle rays, and even the dugong, the state animal of the Andaman Islands.

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So, are you ready to take the challenge of scuba diving at these new spots in the Andaman Islands?

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