Sindhudurg Fort Reef

Historical diving site combining underwater exploration with maritime history, featuring deeper waters and artificial reef structures created by historical artifacts.

Site Overview

Detailed information about this spectacular dive site

The Sindhudurg Fort dive site offers a unique combination of natural beauty and historical significance. Divers can explore underwater structures and artifacts while enjoying the marine life that has made these historical ruins their home. This site provides an advanced diving experience with deeper waters and more challenging conditions.

Topography

The site features deeper waters with historical structures that have become artificial reefs. The bottom includes both natural rocky formations and historical artifacts that create unique underwater landscapes. The terrain varies significantly, offering different exploration opportunities at various depths.

Diving Conditions

This is an advanced dive site with deeper waters and potentially stronger currents. The site requires good buoyancy control and comfort with deeper diving. Visibility can be limited in deeper sections, adding to the challenge and adventure of the dive.

Best Time to Dive

Best conditions from November to March when visibility is better and currents are more manageable. During this period, the site offers the best combination of historical exploration and marine life observation.

Historical Site

Sindhudurg Fort Reef

Depth Range:8-16 meters
Max Depth:16 meters
Visibility:5-10 meters
Difficulty:Advanced
Duration:60-80 minutes
Entry Method:Boat entry with advanced dive planning
Best Season:November to April

Site Location

Location and navigation information

Dive Site Coordinates

Latitude:16.0456
Longitude:73.49
Entry Point:Boat entry with advanced dive planning

The dive site is accessible by boat from Tarkarli Bandar Jetty. Our professional crew will ensure safe navigation to the site and provide all necessary safety equipment.

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Marine Life Highlights

Discover the incredible marine life at this dive site

The historical structures at Sindhudurg Fort create artificial reefs that attract larger fish species and provide unique underwater exploration opportunities. The site combines natural marine life with historical artifacts, creating a truly unique diving experience.

Large groupers and snappers
Schools of barracuda
Moray eels in historical structures
Various reef fish species
Occasional shark sightings
Crustaceans in artificial reefs

Risks & Conditions

Important safety information and conditions

Environmental Conditions

  • Strong currents in deeper areas
  • Limited visibility in deeper sections
  • Potential entanglement in historical structures
  • Advanced diving skills required

Safety Guidelines

  • Advanced diving certification required
  • Dive with experienced buddy
  • Carry backup equipment
  • Monitor depth and bottom time carefully

Photo Gallery

Explore the underwater beauty through our photo gallery

Sindhudurg Fort from above

Historical Sindhudurg Fort

Underwater historical structures

Underwater historical artifacts

Large fish at Sindhudurg Fort

Large fish species

Artificial reef at Sindhudurg

Artificial reef formations

Marine life at historical site

Marine life in historical setting

Advanced diving at Sindhudurg

Advanced diving experience

Deep water exploration

Deep water exploration

Historical diving experience

Unique historical diving

Available Packages

Available diving packages for this site

Discover Scuba Diving

Comprehensive diving experience with extended time to explore the marine life at this site.

Ready to Dive at Sindhudurg Fort Reef?

Experience the unique underwater world of Sindhudurg Fort Reef with our professional diving services. Our certified instructors will ensure you have a safe and memorable diving experience.

Sindhudurg Fort Reef Dive Site - Tarkarli Divers