About Aquarium Dive Site
Aquarium Dive Site is a shallow offshore scuba diving site located off the west coast of Shaheed Dweep (Neil Island) in the Andaman Islands. Known for its calm waters, good visibility and vibrant coral gardens, it is considered a beginner-friendly dive site. The site features hard and soft corals and diverse tropical marine life, making it a popular spot for introductory and certified dives operated from Bharatpur area.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a boat-based dive to a shallow reef with sandy bottom and coral formations at depths of approximately 8 to 14 metres. The site offers clear water, gentle currents and abundant reef fish, corals and occasional larger marine species. Access is only through licensed dive operators from Shaheed Dweep, with briefing, equipment and instructor-led dives. No permanent structures are on site; the experience is entirely underwater and weather and sea-condition dependent.
Key highlights
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Shallow, calm reef ideal for beginners and introductory dives
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Vibrant hard and soft coral gardens
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Diverse tropical reef fish and marine life
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Good underwater visibility in season
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Boat dive accessed from Bharatpur jetty area