If you travel to Lakshadweep, a group of coral islands in the Arabian Sea, off the west coast of India, you will find yourself in an island paradise. Easily accessible from Kerala, this archipelago with its pristine beaches, crystal clear water, and exotic coral and marine life, is an exotic destination worth traveling to. If you enjoy water sports, scuba diving or simply lazing on a sun-kissed beach, Lakshadweep is the ideal beach travel destination.
The spell bound expanse of emerald isles, Lakshadweep studded in the blue water of the Arabian sea unfolds another world in itself. The panorama encompasses magnificent lagoons, sylvan sea shores, miles of sun drenched sand and the enchantment of swaying palms. All these harmonise to form a colourful kaleidoscope typical of an archipelago paradise. This charming isolated destination has only 10 of its islands inhabited. Of these five are open to tourists. |
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Kavaratti is the capital and the most developed island in Lakshadweep. The beautiful and calm lagoon offers water sports, swimming and snorkeling. If you're more inclined to relax, the beach is ideal for sunbathing or just lazing around on the sand. Marine life enthusiasts can visit the marine aquarium, which has an excellent collection of aquatic specimens. The multicoloured underwater life in the lagoons can be viewed through glass-bottomed boats. Kayaks, wind surfers and sailing boats are available on hire. The Dolphin Dive Centre is an attraction for scuba divers. |
The headquarter of the Administration, Kavaratti is beautiful calm lagoon and forms an ideal spot for water sports, swimming and basking on warm sandy beaches. The Ajara and Jamnath mosques (of the 52 on the island) have the best wood carving and the former has a particularly good ceiling carved out of driftwood; a well within is believed to have medicinal water. Marine life exhibits can be seen at the new marine aquarium. Kayaks and sailing yatch are available on hire and one can also enjoy viewing the exotic marine life through glass bottom boats.
Holiday in Kavaratti the capital of Lakshadweep on your Incredible India Beach Holiday itinerary. Kavaratti has a lovely beach where you can relax and sunbathe. If you feel more adventurous you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling or water sports near the beach. You can also enjoy sailing in glass-bottomed boats, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing. The marine aquarium and the dolphin dive center are popular tourist attractions near Kavaratti Beach in Lakshadweep, India.
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In the Arabian sea, approximately 400 kms from the west of the coast of Kerala. |
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| STD Code |
04896 |
| Language |
Sanskrit,Malayalam,Mahl |
| Climate / best Season/ Best Time To Visit |
Summer:35 °C - 22 °C ,Winter:32 °C - 20 °C ,November to April |
| Entertainment |
Water Sports, Sandy Beaches, Marine Aquarium, Dolphin Drive Centre, Kayaking, Sailing, Paddle Boats, Inflatable Motor Boat Rides, Glass Bottom Boats for Watching Marine Life, Water Skiing. |
| How to Reach |
Air: This place is well connected by Air from Cochin (International Airport), Kerala. Indian Airlines operates its daily flight to Agatti except Sundays. From Agatti, passengers are transported to Bangaram by fast boat and brought back to Agatti in time for their departure. A helicopter service links Agatti to other islands.
SHIP: Passenger vessels ply between Cochin and Lakshadweep. Rates vary according to the type of accommodation as well as the package chosen. Catamaran speed vessels operate as per monthly schedule between major islands in the northern group.
Rail: Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by rail.
Road:Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by road. |
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Kalpeni along with two small islets of Tilakkam and Pitti and the uninhabited island of Cheriyam in the north form a single atoll. A peculiar feature of Kalpeni is a huge storm bank of coral debris along its eastern and southeastern shorelines. It is believed that a violent storm in 1847 threw up huge coral boulders along these shores. You can swim, snorkel or reef-walk in the vast lagoon and enjoy water sports on kayaks, sailboats and pedal boats. |
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Kalpeni is known for its scenic beauty with the small islets called Tilakkam & Pitti and an uninhabited island on the north called Cheriyam. A huge shallow lagoon encloses all of them. A peculiar feature of Kalpeni atoll is the huge storm bank of coral debris along the eastern & south-eastern shoreline. It is believed that huge boulder were thrown up during a storm in 1847. One can swim, reef walk or water sports on kayaks, sail boats, pedal boats. Water sports crafts are available on hire. |
| Location |
Located 287 kms. from Cochin. |
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| STD Code |
048675 |
| Language |
Sanskrit,Malayalam,Mahl |
| Climate / best Season/ Best Time To Visit |
Summer:35 °C - 22 °C ,Winter:32 °C - 20 °C ,November to April |
| Entertainment |
Water Sports, Sandy Beaches, Marine Aquarium, Dolphin Drive Centre, Kayaking, Sailing, Paddle Boats, Inflatable Motor Boat Rides, Glass Bottom Boats for Watching Marine Life, Water Skiing. |
| How to Reach |
Air: This place is well connected by Air from Cochin (International Airport), Kerala. Indian Airlines operates its daily flight to Agatti except Sundays. From Agatti, passengers are transported to Bangaram by fast boat and brought back to Agatti in time for their departure. A helicopter service links Agatti to other islands.
SHIP: Passenger vessels ply between Cochin and Lakshadweep. Rates vary according to the type of accommodation as well as the package chosen. Catamaran speed vessels operate as per monthly schedule between major islands in the northern group.
Rail: Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by rail.
Road:Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by road.
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Minicoy has one of the largest lagoons and is renowned for its traditional dance - the Lava performed on festive occasions. Colourful race boats called "Jahadhoni" are a feast to the eye of any travelist. A 300-foot tall lighthouse built by the British, in 1885 is a towering landmark. The beaches have bathing huts with changing rooms and facilities for water sports.
Minicoy is the southernmost most island in Lakshwadeep, crescent shaped & has one of the largest lagoons. The island is also very interesting because of its unique Maldivian character.
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Minicoy Island in Lakshadweep has beautiful beaches with facilities for tourists including bathing huts, changing rooms and water sports arrangements. Other attractions of a Minicoy beach holiday are a lighthouse that is 300 feet tall, the lava dance and the races between local boats called 'Jahadhoni.' |
| Location |
Kavaratti island, 200 Km |
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| STD Code |
048672 |
| Language |
Sanskrit,Malayalam,Mahl |
| Climate / best Season/ Best Time To Visit |
Summer:35 °C - 22 °C ,Winter:32 °C - 20 °C ,November to April |
| Entertainment |
Water Sports, Sandy Beaches, Marine Aquarium, Dolphin Drive Centre, Kayaking, Sailing, Paddle Boats, Inflatable Motor Boat Rides, Glass Bottom Boats for Watching Marine Life, Water Skiing. |
| How to Reach |
Air: This place is well connected by Air from Cochin (International Airport), Kerala. Indian Airlines operates its daily flight to Agatti except Sundays. From Agatti, passengers are transported to Bangaram by fast boat and brought back to Agatti in time for their departure. A helicopter service links Agatti to other islands.
SHIP: Passenger vessels ply between Cochin and Lakshadweep. Rates vary according to the type of accommodation as well as the package chosen. Catamaran speed vessels operate as per monthly schedule between major islands in the northern group.
Rail: Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by rail.
Road:Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by road.
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Kadmat is 8 km long and only 550 metres wide at its broadest point. It has a beautiful shallow lagoon to the west, which is ideal for water sports, and a narrow lagoon on the east. The long sandy beaches and sand banks on the southern tip are perfect for sun bathing. Travellers huts built amidst palm groves facing the lagoon, allow you to soak in the pristine beauty of the coral ecosystem. Kayaks, sailing boats, pedal boats, skiing boats and glass-bottomed boats are available on hire. A Water Sports Institute functions on the island. |
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Kadmat is one of the most beautiful diving locations in India. Clear water with 20-50-meter visibility and a variety of fishes like rays and sharks makes it a memorable destination for scuba divers.
Kadmat Island is known for its pristine beaches, lagoons and scuba diving facilities. To the south of the island are stretches the extensive sandy beach, perfect for sunbathers. If you prefer the shade, beach huts provide a cool place to relax and look at the natural beauty around you. Adventurous tourists can venture out on kayaking trips, or try water skiing, sailing, or riding on pedal boats. The sparkling clear water off Kadmat beach makes it one of the best scuba diving locations in India. You can see many tropical fishes, sharks and rays while diving off Kadmat beach in Lakshadweep, India. |
| Location |
407 kms. from Cochin. |
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| STD Code |
04897 |
| Language |
Sanskrit,Malayalam,Mahl |
| Climate / best Season/ Best Time To Visit |
Summer:35 °C - 22 °C ,Winter:32 °C - 20 °C ,November to April |
| Entertainment |
Water Sports, Sandy Beaches, Marine Aquarium, Dolphin Drive Centre, Kayaking, Sailing, Paddle Boats, Inflatable Motor Boat Rides, Glass Bottom Boats for Watching Marine Life, Water Skiing. |
| How to Reach |
Air: This place is well connected by Air from Cochin (International Airport), Kerala. Indian Airlines operates its daily flight to Agatti except Sundays. From Agatti, passengers are transported to Bangaram by fast boat and brought back to Agatti in time for their departure. A helicopter service links Agatti to other islands.
SHIP: Passenger vessels ply between Cochin and Lakshadweep. Rates vary according to the type of accommodation as well as the package chosen. Catamaran speed vessels operate as per monthly schedule between major islands in the northern group.
Rail: Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by rail.
Road:Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by road.
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Agatti Island has the only airport in Lakshadweep. As you approach to land, you will get a breath-taking view of the airstrip on the island. It also has one of the most beautiful lagoons in Lakshadweep. Indian domestic airline, Indian Airlines, operates daily (except Sunday) flights to Agatti.
Agatti Island airstrip is where all planes land in Lakshadweep. Agatti has a beautiful beach and lagoon . |
| Location |
Located 459 kms. from Cochin |
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| STD Code |
04894 |
| Language |
Sanskrit,Malayalam,Mahl |
| Climate / best Season/ Best Time To Visit |
Summer:35 °C - 22 °C ,Winter:32 °C - 20 °C ,November to April |
| Entertainment |
Water Sports, Sandy Beaches, Marine Aquarium, Dolphin Drive Centre, Kayaking, Sailing, Paddle Boats, Inflatable Motor Boat Rides, Glass Bottom Boats for Watching Marine Life, Water Skiing. |
| How to Reach |
Air: This place is well connected by Air from Cochin (International Airport), Kerala. Indian Airlines operates its daily flight to Agatti except Sundays. From Agatti, passengers are transported to Bangaram by fast boat and brought back to Agatti in time for their departure. A helicopter service links Agatti to other islands.
SHIP: Passenger vessels ply between Cochin and Lakshadweep. Rates vary according to the type of accommodation as well as the package chosen. Catamaran speed vessels operate as per monthly schedule between major islands in the northern group.
Rail: Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by rail.
Road:Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by road.
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Bangaram is a small uninhabited island, close to Agatti and Kavaratti. During the night, phosphorescent plankton washes ashore on the coral sands and gives the beach a bluish glow, which is totally enchanting. An exclusive destination for discerning travellers, Bangaram has made its presence felt on the international travellers map.Bangaram uninhabited island, Bangaram is the only one open to foreign tourists. The teardrop-shaped island has superb beaches and beautiful lagoons. |
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| The wealth of coral formation (incl black coral) attracts a variety of tropical fish-angel, clown, butterfly, surgeon, sweetlip, snappers and groupers. There are also manta and sting rays, harmless sharks and green and hawkbill turtles. Windsurfing, scuba diving, parasailing, water skiing and snorkeling. Deep sea fishing is possible on local boats with crew. |
| Location |
Located 459 kms. from Cochin. |
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| STD Code |
04894 |
| Language |
Sanskrit,Malayalam,Mahl |
| Climate / best Season/ Best Time To Visit |
Summer:35 °C - 22 °C ,Winter:32 °C - 20 °C ,November to April |
| Entertainment |
Water Sports, Sandy Beaches, Marine Aquarium, Dolphin Drive Centre, Kayaking, Sailing, Paddle Boats, Inflatable Motor Boat Rides, Glass Bottom Boats for Watching Marine Life, Water Skiing. |
| How to Reach |
Air: This place is well connected by Air from Cochin (International Airport), Kerala. Indian Airlines operates its daily flight to Agatti except Sundays. From Agatti, passengers are transported to Bangaram by fast boat and brought back to Agatti in time for their departure. A helicopter service links Agatti to other islands.
SHIP: Passenger vessels ply between Cochin and Lakshadweep. Rates vary according to the type of accommodation as well as the package chosen. Catamaran speed vessels operate as per monthly schedule between major islands in the northern group.
Rail: Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by rail.
Road:Located in the middle of the sea no way to reach by road.
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