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Destinations
24–30°C (75–86°F)
Water Temperature
15–40m (50–130ft)
Typical Visibility
November – April
Best Season
Luxury divingBig animal encountersLiveaboard paradise
About Indian Ocean Diving
The Indian Ocean delivers incredible diversity, from the Maldives' manta rays and whale sharks to South Africa's sardine run and shark dives. This region offers luxurious liveaboards, stunning underwater topography, and encounters with the ocean's giants.
Known For:
- Manta rays
- Whale sharks
- Luxury resorts
- Channels and thilas
- Big animals
Dive Destinations in Indian Ocean
Explore 2 incredible dive destinations in this region
Maldives
MaldivesLuxury liveaboards, manta rays, and pristine channel diving
Intermediate20–40m (65–130ft)27–30°C (81–86°F)
Best: November – April (northeast monsoon)
Mozambique
MozambiqueManta rays, whale sharks, and Africa's best diving on a budget
Intermediate15–30m (50–100ft)23–27°C (73–81°F)
Best: May – November
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