Dive-site story
Situated off the coastline of Kovalam in Kerala, Leo Rock consists of submerged granite boulders and rock outcrops emerging from a sandy seabed. Soft corals, encrusting sponges, and sea anemones cover the rocky surfaces, providing shelter for diverse coastal fish species of the Arabian Sea.
Granite boulder formations with crevices sheltering moray eels and crustaceans
Schools of fusiliers and snappers aggregating around the structure
Frequent encounters with stingrays resting on the surrounding sandy substrate
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving operations pause during the southwest monsoon when rough seas and heavy rain reduce clarity
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LionfishPterois volitans | Common | ||||||||||||
| Honeycomb MorayGymnothorax favagineus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted StingrayNeotrygon kuhlii | Common | ||||||||||||
| Longfin BatfishPlatax teira | Common | ||||||||||||
| ScorpionfishScorpaenidae | Common |
Marine forecast
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