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Lakshadweep
Island
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
Kavaratti
: 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.
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.
Minicoy :
It 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.
Kadamat
: Kadamat is 8 Km long and 550 m wide at the broadest point. In
addition to the beautiful shallow lagoon on the west that forms an
ideal spot for water sports, there is a narrow lagoon on the east.
The best attractions are the long sandy beaches and the sand banks on
the southern tip for sun bath. Kadamat has been identified for
staying tourists with its tourists huts aesthetically situated in the
coconut palm groves in the beaches facing the lagoon. The place place
is ideal for a real holiday that brings you away from the maddening
crowd, hustle and bustle of city life.
Bangaram :
An uninhabited island, Bangaram is the only one open to foreign
tourists. The teardrop-shaped island has superb beaches and beautiful
lagoons. 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.
Accessibility
: Flight from Kochi upto Agatti. From Agatti boats Different
islands are then anchored by boats services.
Ship cruise
are also available but only for Indian National.
Come to
Lakhswadeep and indulge yourself in swimming, sunbathing, bird
watching, fishing, boating, yatching, sea diving and snorkelling. We
will be doing everything (except relaxation) to make your trip more
comfortable and enjoyable
Day 01 –
Arrive – CochinOn arrival,
transfer to hotel. In the afternoon take a city tour covering Jewish
Synagogue, St, Francis Church, Chinese fishing nets. Overnight at
hotel.
Day 02 –
Cochin – Aggati – Laccadives
Transfer to
airport to catch flight to Aggati. On arrival boat transfer to hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 –
Laccadives
Day to enjoy
water sports or relax at beach. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 –
Laccadives
Day to enjoy
water sports or relax at beach. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 -
Laccadives
Day to enjoy
water sports or relax at beach. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 –
Laccadives / Aggati / Cochin
Transfer to
Aggati airport to catch flight to Cochin, from where you will proceed
to onward destination.
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