Netrani Island

Netrani Island, also called Pigeon Island, lies off the coastal town of Murudeshwar and is renowned for its underwater visibility and thriving marine biodiversity. The coral reefs around the island are home to angelfish, butterflyfish, parrotfish, eels, shrimps, and sometimes even barracudas and orcas. Scuba divers and snorkelers are drawn to its calm, crystal-clear waters and the surreal beauty of the underwater world.

Though uninhabited and rocky, Netrani’s unique heart-shaped form from above makes it a popular sight for photographers and drone enthusiasts. Due to naval restrictions in earlier years, access to the island was limited, but regulated diving trips are now permitted through certified operators from Murudeshwar and Goa.