Kavaratti is the capital city of Lakshadweep, and it's the perfect landing spot for a quick tour of the island. Start your day by checking out the Kavaratti Aquarium to gaze at exotic fish species. Wrap up with a sumptuous seafood lunch at one of the local restaurants, followed by a hike to the Ujra Mosque, a stunning piece of Islamic art and architecture.
From Kavaratti, take a boat ride to Kadmat Island for a chance to enjoy crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches, and captivating nature. A highlight of your visit would be the famous Kadmat Beach. End the day trying a range of watersports and other beach activities, wrapping it up at a beachside restaurant with an excellent seafood platter, made from fresh locally caught seafood.
Your last day in Lakshadweep will take you to the blissful, peaceful Island of Agatti. Here, the ultimate relaxation would be to explore and dip into the Palm-Shaded Agatti Lagoon 's serene blue shallow waters. Visit the Agaatti Island Beach Resort where you can treat yourself to a luxury spa day, unwind and end your vacation with a glorious dinner spread of local delicacies at its restaurant.
One can reach the capital city of Kavaratti via Agatti Island airport, which has direct flights from Kochi in Kerala-State with several airlines. Ferries and speed boats are available for transport to visit other islands inside Lakshadweep. You can expect to spend around ₹ 1000 - ₹ 1500 for boat transportation between islands.
If you have more time, you might want to add a day to your Kadmat Island trip for some deep-sea diving, snorkeling and a glimpse of its marine life. If you have less time, leave out Agatti and spend more time exploring Kavaratti.
The designated airport in Lakshadweep is the Agatti Island airport (AGX), which is situated in the middle of the archipelago. It serves an integral role in transporting visitors and locals to other islands within the group. The airport is located on Agatti Island itself, just 6 km away from Bangaram Island and approximately 25 minutes away by boat from Kavaratti Island.