Kerala Coast

Scuba Diving in Kovalam & Varkala

Warm, calm waters of the Laccadive Sea hosting sea turtles and pipefish ideal for first-time divers.

Destination Overview

Kerala's coastline offers gentle dive conditions at Kovalam and Varkala. Warm waters, shallow rocky platforms, and sea turtle encounters make it an ideal introductory location.

Key Dive Sites

Kovalam Reef

Depth: 5–15m

Shallow reef with reef fish and sea turtle sightings.

Varkala Rock Reef

Depth: 6–18m

Rocky platforms below Varkala cliffs with moray eels and crabs.

₹2,200
starting rate / single dive
Depth Range 5–20m
Visibility 8–15m
Water Temp 27–30°C
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