Scuba Diving in Goa

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In terms of area Goa is the smallest state but in terms of beauty and fun, it lies among the states providing great fun. There is immense beauty spread in its area and it has lots of sports to offer its tourists. Water sports in Goa are must for its tourists to experience out of which Scuba Diving In Goa is the masterpiece amongst all. In Scuba Diving you swim under water for extended periods using Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. This brought up the acronym of SCUBA or Scuba. Scuba diving is a delightful dive in the water. It invites you to the exciting world of underwater. You are tempted to explore beautiful shells, eye-catching corals, colorful fishes, other unique sea creatures and the mysterious plants. This adventurous water sport fascinates you and you find yourself in Goa again and again.

Scuba Diving in Goa

Location of Goa

Goa enjoys the geographical position of being located on the west coast of India in the Konkan region. The state of Maharashtra lies to its north, to its east and south lies the state of Karnataka and its western coast is surrounded by Arabian Sea.

Ideal season to go for Scuba Diving in Goa

The best season to go for Scuba Diving in Goa is from the month of October to May. During this season the sky remains clear and the water is calm.

Diving Sites in Goa

Marine life in Goa does not have a very vast variety. Spanish, Portuguese and World War II ship wreckages is present in the layers of water in Goa. Thus fish life is fruitful here. A very frequently used site for diving is Grand Island. The dive sites of good fame near the Grand Island are-

  1. Turbo Tunnel
  2. Davy Jones
  3. Uma Guma Reef
  4. Suzy's Wreck
  5. Lockers
  6. Bounty Bay
  7. Surge City
  8. Sail Rock.
  9. Angria Bank-About a distance of 120 miles from Goa, the diving site of Angria Bank is situated which is of great repute. About half of the size of Goa is its underwater mass. It greatly houses fishes and corals. Once you dive, you have wonderful experience.
  10. Malvan Shoal and the Pigeon Island are other diving sites having clear waters and attention-grabbing marine life.

Cautions for Scuba Diving in Goa

  1. Wear well fit scuba gear
  2. Never swim alone. Always swim with a companion
  3. Plan the depth you'll go and the time you'll spend there
  4. Check your air supply occasionally
  5. Make sure you are healthy enough for the diving
  6. Check out the safety zones underwater

Scuba diving in Goa is a rich adventurous experience that provides you opportunity to discover the treasure that lies hidden in the deep waters of Goa. Throughout the tourist season, the visibility of underwater in Goa ranges for five meters to ten meters. The waters of Goa are mild and keep you in safety. For the beginners, the good news is that in Goa, riptide currents are absent and you can enjoy without any danger or interruption. So, take your bag and baggage and move to Goa this vacation.