Visit Lakshadweep

Welcome to the remote Lakshadweep - a still pristine marvel with natural landscapes, spectacular beaches, snow-white coral sands, magnificent lagoons, amazing abundance of marine flora and tropical fauna and deep-blue waters of the Arabian Sea, waiting to be discovered. Formerly known as Laccadives (meaning a hundred thousand islands), the island provides tourists with everything from land and water activities to rich secular and cultural heritage found nowhere else in the country. Deep sea fishing, master diving experiences, kayaking and boating are some of the adventures you can indulge in this tropical paradise. The friendly and easy going people and the absence of hustling lifestyle will surely please you.

Covering an area of 32 sq km, and considered the tiniest Union Territory of India, the charming archipelago of Lakshadweep is composed of twelve atolls, three reefs and five submerged banks. The atolls harbor 36 coral islands, each marked by an enormous shallow lagoon on one side, of which only ten are inhabited. Kavaratti is the capital city and a prime tourist destination, boasting lush green coconut palms, calm lagoons and coral sands. Kavaratti houses Urja Mosque, a most important pilgrim center of Muslims and dazzles visitors with its captivating Aquarium offering diverse varieties of corals and different species of colorful fish. It is idyllic for water adventurers.

The climate in Lakshadweep is tropical with summer temperatures hovering between 22C and 33C and winter temperatures from 20C to 32C. Though there's sunshine throughout all the year, the best time to visit Lakshadweep is May to September. In summer the islands are cooled by sea breezes and abundant shades of the canopy of coconut palms.

Beaches in Lakshadweep are something special, offering stretches of sun-drenched sand and coconut canopies that will be your all time best neighbors. The most stunning beaches are mainly located in the islands of Kavaratti, Kalpeni, Minicoy, Kadmat and Agatti, offering both relaxation and adventurous activities. The mesmerizing beaches of Lakshadweep are ideal for relaxing beach holiday, promising unforgettable diving experiences. You can find a wide selection of minor games, including volleyball, cricket and much more. Enjoy the exotic marine life through glass bottom boats, swim in the crystal-clear waters and walk along the beaches trying to find natural conch shells and splendid corals. Snorkeling, kayaking and windsurfing are also popular water adventures in some of the beaches.

Finding accommodation in Lakshadweep is not a problem at all. The islands of Lakshadweep offer a diverse array of accommodation options best suited for business trips, family vacations and honeymoons. You can choose from different categories of accommodation options, including government lodges, cottages, budget hotels, star hotels, deluxe hotels and beach resorts, located in the stunning islands of Lakshadweep. All hotels offer the most luxurious rooms that come with a world of amenities, including fine restaurants, conference and business facilities as well as recreation.

Bangaram Island Resort is one of the most popular hideaways in Lakshadweep boasting 30 tastefully decorated huts, with arrangements of various water sports. Other famous resorts include Kadmat Brach Resort and Agatti Island Beach Resort.

With its silver sands and clear warm waters, wonderful islets and virgin reef, as well as fascinating underwater world, it is easy to notice that Lakshadweep has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in India.