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Bangaram Island, Lakshadweep
Day 1: Agatti – The Gateway to Azure Waters
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How to Reach:
Fly into Agatti Island from Kochi, it's the only island in Lakshadweep with an airport and your portal into paradise.
What to Do:
Step out of the plane straight into a postcard. Spend your first day kayaking through crystal lagoons, walking barefoot on sun-drenched beaches, or snorkelling with colourful marine life. Agatti is also your base for island-hopping adventures.
Nearby Attractions:Arabian Sea
- Kalpitti Island: Just a short boat ride away, it’s the perfect place to watch the sunset without a soul in sight.
- Bangaram Island: The next dream stop, accessible by a 25-minute boat ride.
Day 2: Bangaram – Where the Sea Glows at Night
How to Reach:
Take a boat from Agatti. Advance permission is needed as it's a protected island.
What to Do:
Think white sands, translucent waters, and zero crowds. Bangaram is famous for its surreal night-time bioluminescence, dip your feet in and watch the sea sparkle under moonlight. Spend the day scuba diving, paddleboarding, or just swinging in a hammock with a coconut in hand.
Nearby Attractions:
- Tinnakara Island: Ideal for a private day picnic amidst nature.
- Parali Islands: A quiet string of untouched islets with coral reefs aplenty.
Day 3: Kavaratti – Culture by the Coast
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How to Reach:
Regular boats from Agatti or a quick helicopter hop (subject to availability).
What to Do:
Kavaratti, the capital, brings together island life and Islamic heritage. Visit beautiful mosques, tour the Marine Aquarium and witness traditional boat-building in motion. If you’re lucky, you’ll catch the locals playing football by the beach at sunset.
Nearby Attractions:
- Urja Mosque: A 17th-century marvel of architecture.
- Dolphin Dive Centre: One of the best spots for certified divers.
Day 4: Kalpeni – The Coral Wonderland
How to Reach:
Accessible by boat from both Agatti and Kavaratti.
What to Do:
Famed for its coral debris and shallow lagoons, Kalpeni is an adventurer’s delight. Canoeing, windsurfing, and snorkelling here feel effortless. And during low tide, walk across to Cheriyam Island, where the horizon feels infinite.
Nearby Attractions:
- Cheriyam Island: Reachable on foot across a sandbank.
- Pitti Bird Island: A nesting haven for seabirds, visible on a clear boat ride.
Day 5: Kadmat – A Gentle Goodbye
How to Reach:
Regular boats connect Kadmat with Agatti and Kavaratti.
What to Do:
End your journey on this narrow sliver of land kissed by calm waters and lined with coconut palms. Perfect for slow mornings, quiet snorkelling and local food tasting. Visit the small-scale coconut processing units for a taste of everyday island life.
Nearby Attractions:
- Coral Dive Sites: Teeming with vibrant marine life.
- Handicraft Stalls: Shop for local coir and coconut-shell souvenirs.