The Indian Islands
Lakshadweep
The Lakshadweep Islands lie just 200km off the coast of Kerala amid the warm waters of the Arabian Sea. With silver beaches set against a background of coconut groves with crystal clear waters lapping the shore – this is an ideal add-on to a touring holiday in Kerala. The airport is on the main island and 45 minutes by motorboat away is the resort of Bangaram. Regular flights from Kochi (except Sundays) are the ideal means of getting to the island. The resort has excellent diving sites, snorkelling areas, a sandy beach for swimming and an Ayurvedic Centre for rejuvenation therapy and massage.
The Lakshadweep Islands lie just 200km off the coast of Kerala amid the warm waters of the Arabian Sea. With silver beaches set against a background of coconut groves with crystal clear waters lapping the shore – this is an ideal add-on to a touring holiday in Kerala. The airport is on the main island and 45 minutes by motorboat away is the resort of Bangaram. Regular flights from Kochi (except Sundays) are the ideal means of getting to the island. The resort has excellent diving sites, snorkelling areas, a sandy beach for swimming and an Ayurvedic Centre for rejuvenation therapy and massage.
The Andaman Islands
Across the Bay of Bengal lie the 572 islands that form the Andaman Island group. Only 38 islands are inhabited, and much of the coastline is a declared marine reserve. With coral reefs and white beaches, this unpolluted paradise is a treasure trove for divers and snorkellers. Direct 2-hour flights from both Kolkata and Chennai offer easy connectivity from the mainland. These are an ideal destination for an extension to your India touring holiday.
Across the Bay of Bengal lie the 572 islands that form the Andaman Island group. Only 38 islands are inhabited, and much of the coastline is a declared marine reserve. With coral reefs and white beaches, this unpolluted paradise is a treasure trove for divers and snorkellers. Direct 2-hour flights from both Kolkata and Chennai offer easy connectivity from the mainland. These are an ideal destination for an extension to your India touring holiday.
Lakshadweep
Suggested Itinerary (price on application)
Suggested Itinerary (price on application)
Day 1
Kochi to Bangaram via Agatti, By air and boat 1hr 30mins. Morning flight to Agatti (Lakshadweep). Your first tantalising glimpse of the islands is from the comfort of your aircraft seat as you fly in over the atolls- each wrapped in its own lagoon. Upon arrival at Agatti, transfer by boat to Bangaram Island for a 5 night stay.
Kochi to Bangaram via Agatti, By air and boat 1hr 30mins. Morning flight to Agatti (Lakshadweep). Your first tantalising glimpse of the islands is from the comfort of your aircraft seat as you fly in over the atolls- each wrapped in its own lagoon. Upon arrival at Agatti, transfer by boat to Bangaram Island for a 5 night stay.
Day 2 - 5: Bangaram Island, There are no scheduled activities during your stay at the resort. All the days are at leisure at the 128-acre Bangaram Island which is fringed with an endless sandy beach. Among the variety of options available are swimming, scuba diving, snorkelling, catamaran sailing, deep sea fishing, rafting and kayaking to name a few.
Day 6: Bangaram to Kochi, via Agatti By boat and air. Morning transfer by boat to Agatti Airport to connect flight to Kochi. Transfer to hotel in Kochi.
Note: Maximum checked in baggage between Kochi - Agatti - Kochi is 10 kg per person. Any extra baggage may be stored at your Kochi hotel.
Visas: Kindly also note that a permit is required to visit the Lakshadweep Islands for which we shall be pleased to be of assistance.
The Andaman Islands
Suggested Itinerary (price on application)
Visas: Kindly also note that a permit is required to visit the Lakshadweep Islands for which we shall be pleased to be of assistance.
The Andaman Islands
Suggested Itinerary (price on application)
Day1 : Chennai or Kolkata to Port Blair, by air. Early morning flight to Port Blair. Arrive and transfer by car to your hotel for a 3 night stay. Afternoon sightseeing and visiting the Anthropological Museum and Marine Museum. In the evening attend a ‘son et lumiere’ show at the Historic Cellular Jail.
Day 2: Port Blair, Full day tour of the North Bay Island offering exotic coral and marine life. The crystal clear water and virgin beaches are ideal for snorkelling and diving.
Day 3: Port Blair, In the morning visit Ross Island, initially developed as the residence of the Chief Commissioner and subsequently occupied by the Japanese. Now under the jurisdiction
of the Indian Navy it is open to visitors. In the afternoon visit Viper Island.
of the Indian Navy it is open to visitors. In the afternoon visit Viper Island.
Day 4: Port Blair to Havelock, by motor-boat. Early morning depart by motor-boat to Havelock Island. Transfer to Barefoot at Havelock for a 3 night stay. The resort offers a wide range of largely unexplored diving sites rich in underwater marine life.
Day 5: Havelock, Full day at leisure for snorkelling, excursions to beaches, fishing or visits to neighbouring islands.
Day 6: Havelock to Port Blair by motor-boat. Return to Port Blair for a 1 night stay.
Day 7: Port Blair to Chennai or Kolkata by air. Tour ends.