Lakshadweep Islands is the smallest Union Territory of India, covering just 32sq.km. The 36 islands, islets and atolls and the waters in between together take 4,200sq.km of space. Kavaratti is the administrative capital of the union territory. ‘Lakshadweep’ means a thousand islands, and it is located about 220km from Kerala’s Malabar Coast. Most of the natives are followers of Islam, with a smattering of Hindus and Christians. Coconut cultivation, fishing and coir making are the major occupations of the island people.
Those who like water sports and adventure activities will have a great time here. Everything from sea swimming to deep sea fishing is possible. Out of 36 islands, only 10 are inhabited. Many islands can only be visited during the day to explore their flora and fauna. The Pitti island is completely converted into a bird sanctuary. Terns are found in plenty there. So are turtles. The islands of Lakshadweep are rich in wildlife and eco-tourism is fast catching up. Bird watching and turtle walking are something you can do as a pastime here.
In the islands tourists can opt for adventure sports and water sports. You can also go for boating, kayaking and deep sea fishing. Water scooters and jet skis are available on rent. In boating, there are pedal boats, kayaks and glass-bottom ones you can take. On a boat ride you can view small corals under the shallow blue waters, fish that swim close to your boat, and many birds, too. There are agencies that offer equipment and crew on hire. A walk around the villages is refreshing and you can meet the locals and interact with them.
Important Travel Advisory
1. Bookings are now open for the LTC flight package to Agatti Island.
2. Pre-booking is now open for MV Kavaratti – Samudram Cruise sailings for December 2025.
3. Foreign tourists must have a valid passport and tourist visa to visit Bangaram Island, Lakshadweep.
4. Government employees can apply for an LTC permit to visit Agatti Island through the official portal at https://epermit.utl.gov.in.
5. It is mandatory for anyone visiting Lakshadweep to obtain either a tourist entry permit or an LTC permit prior to their visit.
Samudram Cruise (4 nights 5 days) - 2025
Which ship is used for Samudram sailing?
mv Kavaratti
How much will it cost?
1st Class: Adult - Rs 44,625
Child: Rs 39,900
* Including GST (5%)
Child: 1 to 10 years
Sailing Dates:
- 23rd to 27th Oct 2025
- 29th Oct to 2nd Nov 2025 - Sold Out
- 4th to 8th Nov 2025 - Sold Out
- 10th to 14th Nov 2025 - Sold Out
- 16th to 20th Nov 2025
- 22nd to 26th Nov 2025
- 28th Nov to 2nd Dec 2025
Pre-Booking Samudram Cruise:
You can pre-book your seats according to the weekly schedule. Weekly one cruise package will be scheduled from Cochin to Lakshadweep Islands. The ship schedule is prepared by the Lakshadweep Administration. Kindly book your flight tickets only after confirmation of sailing dates
CORDELIA LUXURY CRUISE - MUMBAI-GOA-COCHIN-LAKSHADWEEP
Current Offers:
- Pay full for the interior and get a free upgrade to ocean view.
- Reserve your room by paying just 25% of the total amount.
SAILING DATES:
Goa-Lakshadweep-Mumbai - 3 nights 4 days
- 15th to 18th Jan 2025
- 12th to 15th Feb 2025
- 12th to 15th Mar 2025
- 9th to 12th Apr 2025
- 7th to 10th May 2025
- 4th to 7th Jun 2025
Cochin-Lakshadweep-Mumbai - 3 nights 4 days
- 29th Jan to 1st Feb 2025
- 26th Feb to 1st Mar 2025
- 26th to 29th Mar 2025
- 23rd to 26th Apr 2025
- 21st to 24th May 2025
Mumbai-Lakshadweep-Mumbai - 4 nights 5 days
- 6th to 10th Jan 2025
- 20th to 24th Jan 2025
- 3rd to 7th Feb 2025
- 17th to 21st Feb 2025
- 3rd to 7th Mar 2025
- 17th to 21st Mar 2025
- 31st Mar to 4th Apr 2025
- 14th to 18th Apr 2025
- 28th Apr to 2nd May 2025
- 12th to 16th May 2025
- 26th to 30th May 2025
- 9th to 13th Jun 2025
BANGARAM ISLAND RESORT - FLIGHT PACKAGES 2025
TARIFF - Rs. 24,570 per person for 2 nights/3 days including Food, AC Deluxe Room and Speed Boat Transfer - Book Now
SCUBA LAKSHADWEEP - AGATTI ISLAND DIVE CENTER
For diving options, there is a PADI-certified Dive school where you can master diving under experienced instructors. You can also hire a boat and crew to go diving on your own. You will be enthralled at the richness of submerged ridges, wreck sites and banks. Many tourists return each year just to experience the flora and fauna underwater, here in Lakshadweep.
Facts About Lakshadweep Islands
Location: 8° and 12° North Latitude and 71° and 74° East Longitude. It is 220km to 440km off the Malabar Coast in Kerala.
Climate: Tropical. 27° C - 32° C
Population: As per 2001, it is 60595.
Ethnicity: Muslims – 95%. Rest are mix of Christians and Hindus.
Languages: Malayalam & Mahl.
Cuisine: Vegetarian and Non vegetarian food, with lots of spice, coconut and curry. Fish and seafood are available in variety of forms in the islands’ hotels and restaurants. Best time to visit: Agatti and Bangaram islands may be visited throughout the year. Ship-based tours are conducted undertook between October and May.
How to get there: Four government-operated ships run between Kochi and Lakshadweep – M.V Kavaratti, M.V. Tipusultan, M.V. Aminidivi and M.V. Minicoy. Air India operates flight from Kochi to Agatti Island. It takes one and a half hour to reach Lakshadweep by flight.
Accommodation: Is arranged by SPORTS, after the day excursions on various islands, you have to return to your ship for the night. Otherwise, you can stay in tourist huts on the islands.
Things to do: Water sports and adventure activities are most common in the islands. You can go Scuba diving, snorkelling, boating, kayaking, and deep sea fishing. There are many museums, marine national parks and other tourist sites to see.
Things not to do: Picking up Corals is a punishable crime. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in all islands except Bangaram Islands.
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