SSI Fun Dives in Netrani Island - Price, Duration & Booking

Name: SSI Fun Dives in Netrani Island
Price: 6400 INR
Availability: PreOrder

Course overview

Guided SSI fun dives let certified divers dive Netrani Island's reef off Karnataka's Murdeshwar coast. Each boat trip explores the island's clear waters, home to barracuda, morays, octopus and dense schools of reef fish across depths from about 5 to 30 metres. Fun dives let certified divers enjoy Netrani at their own pace, with no coursework required.

What you’ll learn

Put your SSI certification skills to use on a guided reef dive
Identify Netrani's marine life from barracuda to reef-fish schools
Maintain good buoyancy and monitor your air
Follow a local guide to the highlights of the site
Gain experience and confidence between courses

Prerequisites

SSI Open Water Diver certification or higher (or equivalent)
Proof of certification via the SSI app or logbook
Recent dive experience recommended, or a refresher if inactive
Reasonable physical health with a completed medical questionnaire

What's included · What's not

Included

Pre-dive site and safety briefing
Guided boat dive over Netrani's reef with a local dive professional
Tank, weights and air fills included
Equipment rental available on request
Small-group guiding at a relaxed pace
Optional multi-dive boat day

Not included

Flights and airport transfers
Accommodation
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Gratuities

The SSI Fun Dives pathway

Fun dives are guided recreational dives for certified divers and are not a certification. Your depth follows the limits of your SSI (or equivalent) rating, with the deeper reef reserved for Advanced-certified divers.

Where you'll dive in Netrani Island

Fun dives operate on the boat trips to Netrani Island from Murdeshwar. Moderate currents and a reef from about 5 to 30 metres deliver varied diving. The October-to-April peak season has the steadiest seas and clearest water.

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Flights and accommodation aren’t part of the course price, here’s how to book them around your dates.

Getting there

Fly into Mangalore (IXE) · 1-3 hours from India.

Where to stay

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Day-by-day itinerary

Day1

Briefing & guided dive

Join your guide for a site briefing, then enjoy a guided dive over Netrani's reef, with the option to add a second dive.

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Frequently asked questions

What certification do I need?

SSI Open Water Diver or an equivalent rating. Your depth follows the limits of your certification level.

What will I see underwater?

Barracuda, moray eels, octopus, cuttlefish and reef-fish schools are common, with turtles and rays seen seasonally.

Can I book multiple dives?

Yes. Single, double and full boat-dive days are available to explore different parts of the reef.

When is the best season?

October to April, when the Murdeshwar coast is calm and Netrani's water is clearest.

When is the best time to dive Netrani Island?

Peak season is Jan–Apr, Oct–Dec, clearest visibility, calmest seas. Shoulder (May, Sep) is still good with fewer crowds.

Do Indians need a visa for India?

Domestic (no passport). Confirm latest requirements before booking flights.

How long is the flight from India?

1-3 hours · one-way fares around ₹6K-15K.

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