Scuba Diving Devbaug [Devbaug Tarkarli Sindhudurg]

Scuba Diving at Devbaug & Tarkarli

Devbaug, Sindhudurg
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 3+ Hrs

Scuba diving at Devbaug and Tarkarli offers a rewarding underwater experience along the Malvan coast, combining a scenic sea journey with carefully guided diving in waters known for marine diversity.

The dive site is reached via a boat ride of approximately 40 minutes, taking you away from beach activity and into calmer, open waters. This longer sea route allows access to richer underwater terrain and a more immersive diving environment, making the experience feel unhurried and well-paced.

The dive is conducted under close supervision and is suitable for first-time divers as well as those looking for a relaxed introduction to scuba diving in Malvan.

About The Dive

This experience follows the PADI certified Discover Scuba Diving format and does not require any prior diving experience or swimming skills.

The day begins with pickups from Devbaug coast where participants are introduced to scuba equipment, breathing techniques, hand signals, and safety procedures. Once comfortable, the dive proceeds in controlled conditions under the guidance of experienced dive professionals.

The underwater experience allows you to spend time observing marine life typical of the Sindhudurg coast and getting comfortable in the underwater environment without rushing through the dive.

Tariff & Inclusions

Tariff: 1200/- PP with KTC
Parasailing: 1000 PP
Watersports: 800 PP
Boat ride to and from dive point
Photos and a video of your underwater adventure
Certified dive professionals supervising the experience
Pre-dive briefing covering safety, breathing, and hand signals
In-water guidance throughout the dive
Safety support on boat and in water

What makes Devbaug better choice than Dandi

Both Devbaug and Dandi offer scuba diving experiences along the Malvan coast, but the overall experience differs significantly based on quality, access, planning, and execution.

Longer Sea Access, Better Dive Zones Scuba diving from Devbaug involves a longer boat ride to the dive site, allowing access to areas with better marine diversity and calmer underwater conditions. This extended sea approach helps move away from congested near-shore zones and offers a more immersive diving environment.
Structured and Well-Paced Experience Dives from Devbaug are typically more structured and evenly paced, with adequate time for briefing, preparation, and the actual dive. This reduces the rushed feeling that can happen when dive points are too close to shore or tightly scheduled.
End-to-End Handling by KTC At KTC, the Devbaug scuba experience is managed from pickup to drop-off, including boat coordination, post-dive facilities, and optional meals. This removes the need for guests to manage logistics on their own.
For Direct bookings, boat pickup point is Devbaug
For KTC trips and when KTC Vehicle is involved, we will arrange boat pickups from Parule village jetty reducing travel time.

Devbaug works better for travellers who want scuba diving to be part of a smooth, well-planned day, rather than a standalone activity with multiple touchpoints and coordination gaps.

KTC Traveler Perks

KTC travelers is someone who has booked KTC Trails or Trips or involves KTC Vehicle. In such cases, our field guide is with you to coordinate some additional things for you.

Boat pick-up from Parule, reducing road travel time
Free bath facility after the dive
Optional meal at a handpicked local homestay
Better Overall Flow for Travellers

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Important Notes

No prior scuba diving experience or Swimming ability required
50% Booking amount needed to secure spot
Age Group 8+

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At Konkan Travel Club (KTC), this experience is offered as part of our carefully curated coastal explorations across Sindhudurg. We work with small groups, thoughtful pacing, and experienced local partners, while keeping safety and sea conditions as the first priority. We also customize trips based on group preference, season, and sea conditions, and the lighthouse scuba diving experience is offered as an optional add-on when suitable.

Alongside this, KTC curates a range of featured trips & expereinces across the Sindhudurg coast & hills, including sea safaris, island explorations, nature trails, village walks, herping, waterfall hunts, wild fruit hunts, and slow travel experiences that go beyond sightseeing and focus on context, place, and people.

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