Best Time to Visit

Tropical climate prevails in Lakshadweep Islands throughout the year. The ideal time to visit the Lakshadweep Islands is from October to May. This part of the year favors journey by ship. The islands of Bangaram and Agatti can be visited any time of the year.

In Lakshadweep Islands tourists can take up a number of activities. The islands are popular to tourists for swimming, scuba diving, sunbathing, snorkeling, pedal boating, canoeing and other maritime sports. But in Lakshadweep Islands it is prohibited to collect corals which is a punishable act. Visitors to the islands should also take note of the fact that alcoholic beverages are not allowed here except in Bangaram.

For travelers in Lakshadweep Islands, accommodation is arranged in the huts. Tourists can choose from private huts, executive huts, family huts, paradise huts, island resorts and traditional huts. Accommodation in Lakshadweep are available at the following islands:

• Minicoy
• Kadmat
• Bangaram
• Agatti
• Kavaratti
• Kalpeni

Tourists visiting Lakshadweep Islands can contact the following tourist office for any travel related queries:

• Lakshadwep Tourism Kavaratti-682 555, Lakshadweep Ph:04896-63001 / 63002 / 62105 Fax: 04896-62356