Exploring Lakshadweep on a Shoestring Budget

  1. Day 1: Agatti Island
    15 minutes (6.5 km) by speedboat from Agatti Airport

    Agatti Island, one of the most visited in Lakshadweep, is a great place to start your trip. A picturesque island known for its stunning sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and abundant marine life, it's perfect for a range of water activities including snorkeling, diving, and kayaking. Get ready to spend your day getting up close to undocumented marine life and enjoying the beach vibes.

  2. Day 2: Bangaram Atoll
    2.5 hours (90 km) by boat from Agatti Island

    Bangaram Atoll, uninhabited island of Lakshadweep, is a paradise for adventure seekers. Perfect for water activities such as snorkeling, diving, and fishing, the island teems with colorful coral reefs, sea turtles, and other marine species. Spend your day here exploring the island, enjoy a special lunch on the sandy island and you can always take a guided tour with a local operator, which is the cheapest here.

  3. Day 3: Kalpeni Island
    2 hours (72 km) by boat from Bangaram Atoll

    You will visit the popular Kalpeni Island, which offers a peaceful escape with unmatched natural beauty and a range of adventure sports. Get ready to enjoy the beach, sun, and water sports like Kayaking, snorkeling, and much more. And if you're lucky, you'll spot a few dolphins here.

  4. Day 4: Kadmat Island
    3 hours (112 km) by boat from Kalpeni Island

    Kadmat Island is a concealed gem in Lakshadweep. The island offers excellent marine life experiences where you can explore the coral reefs and witness schools of fish and even spot turtles and other sea creatures. Kadmat Island is also known for its marine archaeology museum and the fascinating history of the island. So gear up your shoes as you are going to explore something fascinating today.

  5. Day 5: Kavaratti Island
    10 minutes (4.5 km) by speedboat from Kadmat Island

    The last destination is the lovely and quaint Kavaratti Island. You can spend your day lounging on one of the secluded beaches and dipping your toes in the clear water. You can visit the local markets, indulge in water sports activities, and visit the various Mosques and the Jamath Mosque - with its carved wooden pillars and beautiful designs. You can also take a visit to the Dolphin Dive Center for a scuba dive session or a glass-bottomed boat ride here.

Time and Costs Estimate

  • Speedboat ride to Agatti Island (INR 1500 for round trip, 15 min)
  • Boat trip to Bangaram Atoll (INR 1500 for round trip, 2.5 hours)
  • Boat trip to Kalpeni Island (INR 1500 for round trip, 2 hours)
  • Boat trip to Kadmat Island (INR 1500 for round trip, 3 hours)
  • Speedboat ride to Kavaratti Island (INR 1500 for round trip, 10 min)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7,500

Useful Tips

You can add Scuba Diving in Bangaram Atoll if you are someone who loves adventure sports and also carry your equipment for the beach activities as the rental could be expensive. You could skip Kadmat Island if you are tight on time or if you have less budget and you could opt for cycling tours to explore Kavaratti Island at a lower cost.

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