Tarkarli Divers

Dive Sites

These are the spots we dive at Tarkarli. Each one has its own fish, depth and level. Pick one that suits you, or ask us.

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Konkan Coast Diving

Our Dive Sites

The spots we dive at Tarkarli and Malvan. Our guides go down with you on every dive.

Classroom

Our main spot for first-time divers. The water is shallow, calm and clear, so it's a good place to learn the basics.

Beginner Friendly

Depth:

3-8 meters

Visibility:

10-15 meters

Difficulty:

Beginner

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Colorful reef fishSmall coralsSea anemonesCrabs and shrimp

Sea Archins Park

A site with natural rock arches you can swim through. Lots of fish live around the rocks. Best for divers with some experience.

Unique Geology

Depth:

6-12 meters

Visibility:

8-14 meters

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Many kinds of reef fishMoray eels in the cracks of the archesColorful coralsCrabs and shrimp

Godzilla Point

Big rocks here look a bit like Godzilla. This is a deeper dive with strong currents, for advanced divers only.

Advanced Challenge

Depth:

10-18 meters

Visibility:

6-12 meters

Difficulty:

Advanced

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Big groupers and snappersSchools of barracudaMoray eels in the rock cracksA shark now and then

Lighthouse (South, North)

A popular site by the old lighthouse. The water is often clear and there are lots of fish. Good for beginners and divers with some experience.

Marine Life Highlights:

Angelfish and ButterflyfishParrotfish and GroupersColorful coralsRays and sea turtles now and then

Lighthouse (West)

The west side of the lighthouse. It has more current and a different mix of rocks and fish than the main site.

Alternative Route

Depth:

6-15 meters

Visibility:

7-13 meters

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Schools of snappers and groupersMoray eels in the rock cracksMany kinds of reef fishBarracuda now and then

Middle Island

A small rocky island you can swim all the way around in one dive. Expect rocky walls and lots of fish.

Island Adventure

Depth:

8-16 meters

Visibility:

6-12 meters

Difficulty:

Intermediate to Advanced

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Big schools of snappers and groupersMoray eels in the rock cracksOctopus and cuttlefishMany kinds of reef fish

Middle Button

Round rocks here look like big buttons. There are lots of fish and some current. Best for divers with some experience.

Unique Formations

Depth:

7-14 meters

Visibility:

7-13 meters

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Many kinds of reef fishMoray eels in the rock cracksColorful coralsCrabs and shrimp

Old Lighthouse (North, South)

A site near the old lighthouse with lots of fish and coral. Good for beginners and divers with some experience.

Historical Site

Depth:

5-13 meters

Visibility:

8-15 meters

Difficulty:

Beginner to Intermediate

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Angelfish and ButterflyfishParrotfish and GroupersColorful coralsRays and sea turtles now and then

Malkuni Rock

A big rock with strong currents and deeper water. Lots of fish, but this one is for advanced divers only.

Advanced Challenge

Depth:

9-17 meters

Visibility:

6-11 meters

Difficulty:

Advanced

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Big groupers and snappersSchools of barracudaMoray eels in the rock cracksA shark now and then

Jackfruit

Named after a rock that looks like a jackfruit. Lots of fish, some current, and good for divers with some experience.

Unique Formation

Depth:

6-13 meters

Visibility:

7-14 meters

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Entry:

Boat Entry

Marine Life Highlights:

Many kinds of reef fishMoray eels in the rock cracksColorful coralsCrabs and shrimp

Which Site Is Right for You

Beginner Friendly

Classroom and Old Lighthouse are good for first-timers. The water is calm and you can usually see well.

Intermediate Level

Sea Archins Park, Lighthouse (West), Middle Button and Jackfruit are a step up. Expect rocks, ledges and a bit more to handle.

Advanced Diving

Godzilla Point and Malkuni Rock are deeper and the current is stronger. They are for divers with an advanced certificate.

Book a Dive at One of These Sites

If you are not sure where to go, tell us how much diving you have done. Our instructors will pick a site that fits you.