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Best Underwater Photography Locations at North Bay Island for Beginners
Arjun MehtaBy Arjun Mehta Β· 6 min read Β· Updated 2026-02-05βœ“ Verified 2026-02-05

Best Underwater Photography Locations at North Bay Island for Beginnersandaman

North Bay Island β€” the closest snorkelling destination to Port Blair β€” has surprisingly photogenic underwater scenery. The shallow coral reef starts at just 2 metres depth, and morning sunlight creates stunning light rays through the crystal water.
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Top 3 Photo Spots at North Bay

The most photogenic underwater locations at North Bay:

  • Coral Garden West β€” table coral formations at 3m, excellent for wide-angle
  • Clownfish Rock β€” resident anemone colony at 2.5m, perfect for macro/close-up
  • The Drop-off β€” reef wall descending from 4m to 12m, dramatic depth perspective
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GoPro Settings for Underwater Shots

Set GoPro to: Video mode 4K/60fps, White Balance: 5500K (compensates for blue cast). For photos: SuperPhoto ON, ISO Max 400. Use the red filter attachment for depths below 3m. Most important tip: get within 1 metre of your subject β€” water absorbs color and contrast rapidly with distance.

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Everything You Need to Know

Can I rent underwater cameras at North Bay Island?+
Yes. GoPro rental available at the jetty for β‚Ή500/half-day. Some operators include it in snorkelling packages. Quality varies β€” inspect before renting.
How clear is the water at North Bay Island?+
Visibility: 15-20m in peak season (Nov-Feb). Drops to 5-8m in March-April. Monsoon (Jun-Sep) has near-zero visibility.
Best time for underwater photography at North Bay?+
10am-12pm when direct sunlight penetrates the water creating visible light rays. This is the golden hour for underwater shots.
How do I reach North Bay Island from Port Blair?+
Government boat from Water Sports Complex jetty (β‚Ή400 return, 30 minutes). First boat at 8:30am. Book at the counter the day before.

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