Lakshadweep, the group of islands located northwest of Kochi and north of the Maldives, is also known as the "Coral Paradise of India." Your vacation to Lakshadweep will provide ample opportunities to get a picturesque view of the islands, including Agatti, Agatti, Bangaram, Kadmat, Kalpeni, etc.
The flight service from Cochin International Airport to Agatti Island, which is part of the Lakshadweep archipelago, is the primary means of reaching the island for travellers. The main highlights of this one and half hour flight service is the breathtaking aerial view of the Lakshadweep islands during the journey. Passengers get to witness the turquoise waters, coral atolls, and the picturesque landscape through the windows.
The MV Agatti, MV Lagoons, MV Corals, MV Arabian Sea, and MV Lakshadweep Sea are among the five passenger ships that operate from Cochin to Agatti Island in Lakshadweep. The journey along this route takes around 14 to 16 hours, depending on weather and sea conditions. Accommodation options on these ships include First Class cabins (with two berths), Second Class cabins (with four berths), and Bunk Class seating.
All these ships are fully air-conditioned, providing passengers with a pleasant and comfortable journey. They are equipped with a range of amenities, including an entertainment lounge, walkways, cafeterias, snack bars, and video shows, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable voyage to the beautiful islands of Lakshadweep.
An entry permit is required to visit Lakshadweep. Once you applied for an entry permit, it took 10–15 days for approval.
To obtain an entry permit and more details, kindly contact us.
From September to May, which is the best time to visit the islands.
Ship tickets are released on lakport.utl.gov.in approximately four days in advance.
To book ship tickets, visit the ticket counters in person or online at https://lakport.utl.gov.in. It's recommended to book to and from flights to Agatti after obtaining an entry permit because only one flight is operating daily. Also, getting a ticket is risky due to the heavy tourist flow.
You need to allow 18 hours to pass before flying after diving!
While you are in Agatti, you are our responsibility! We provide excellent boarding and lodging at nominal charges, and many comfortable hotels operate.
Also, delicious vegetarian and non-vegetarian food is available at restaurants at very reasonable rates. There are a couple of departmental stores in addition to retail vendors available within walking distance who cater to all your needs.
You will surely enjoy every moment of your stay at Agatti. It will be your home away from home, and you will never forget the mesmerizing views and mind-boggling sunrises and sunsets on the island.
Diving has a unique allure on Agatti Island, Lakshadweep. Agatti is one of the élite dive sites in India. We assure you that you will never regret diving at Agatti Island.
We can see rare and large fish compared to other places. From September to May, sharks, bull rays, turtles, schools of jacks, red snapper, Napoleon wrasse, barracuda, humphead parrotfish, and giant sweetlips are abundant at Agatti dive sites. The crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs make Agatti a paradise for divers and marine life enthusiasts alike.
Feel free to get in touch with us, and let's start planning your underwater adventure of a lifetime.