Just off the Western Coast of Karnataka, snorkeling in Murudeshwar can be a great experience if you visit the right destinations that contribute to making this activity experience of a lifetime! Known as Lord Shiva’s abode, the seaside town of Murudeshwara overlooks the infinite Arabian Sea.
Among the majestic Lord Shiva statue atop a hill, the coastal fort, the revered temple, the serene beach, and waterfalls, there’s no dearth of activities at this spiritual town. But a tourist favourite activity continues to be snorkeling in Murudeshwara especially at sites like the Netrani Island and Bhatkal Wreck.
Netrani Island with a panoramic view of the sea is a surreal location you’d want to plunge into, simply looking at the glistening waters. You swim deep down amidst exotic creatures and sea anemones. Bhatkal Wreck too is a simpler dive destination, but definitely worth a visit.
Apart from snorkeling, you can explore scuba diving, open sea diving and much more. The Murudeshwara Beach too is home to simple adventure sports like banana boat rides, speedboats and others that’ll let you ride the wave, if you aren’t a fan of spending time underwater. But if you’re a thalassophile, up for a real challenge, there’s nothing more satisfying than snorkeling in beautiful Murudeshwara.
