INCREDIBLE ISLANDS (A JOURNEY TOO FAR!)
A journey to the aquatic paradise of India - L a k s h a d w e e p

(Incredible Islands - A Journey Too Far! A tour package to Kadmat Island and related cost structure - by our official travel agent - is published at the end)

(The follwong information was submitted by the 'SPORTS' and was updated on 21st Oct, 2011. Kadmat)

Incredible Islands… the new tourist package covering Agatti, Kadmat and Kavaratti islands. The package is operated by SPORTS from Kochi, connecting Kochi - Agatti - Kadmat and Kochi - Agatti - Kavaratti by flight and speedboat.

Agatti - The airport stopover

“The Fishing Capital” of Lakshadweep, which is located 459 kms from Kochi. Agatti is blessed with an un-matching ecosystem and marine wealth including stunning coral reefs, blue lagoons, pristine beaches, water sport locations and facilities, fresh sea-food and fully furnished island beach resort.

Kadmat - The coral garden

A very large lagoon on the western side with abundant coral growth, which is located 407 kms from Kochi. Feel the unique beauty of coral reefs. Life gets the real charm here at Kadmat. The hot attractions are the silver sand beaches, excellent water sport facilities and renowned Scuba Diving Centre. Excellent accommodations are available here which includes executive / family / honeymoon and AC cottages, which gifts you the mind-blowing view of the water body. Enjoy the casual dining with a focus on fresh local produce which offers a celebration time for your taste buds.

Kavaratti - The capital island

Located 404 kms from Kochi, Kavaratti is the headquarters of the Union Territory Administration since 1964. Calm lagoons, amazing coral reefs, thrilling water sport destinations, marine aquarium, glass bottomed boats, Dolphin Dive Centre etc., will make your holidays, an unforgettable experience. Find your space here and escape into the magic world of thrill, fun and excitement.

Package Features

• The tourists will be taken from Kochi to Agatti by Kingfisher Airlines. The package doesn’t include to and fro flight charges (Kochi to Agatti & Agatti to Kochi), but includes to and fro speedboat charges from Agatti-Kadmat or Kavaratti.

• On the arrival day and on the days of disruption in the voyages by speedboats due to bad weather or other similar reasons, SPORTS will make necessary arrangements with private operators or Agatti Island Beach Resort regarding accommodation for the tourists in the package.

• On the next day of arrival at Agatti, the tourists will be taken to Kadmat / Kavaratti by speedboat. On the completion of the package on Saturdays and Tuesdays, tourists will be taken back to Agatti for their take-off to Kochi.

• The above package includes food, accommodation, local sightseeing, folk dance presentation and limited water sport activities.

• Other facilities like scuba diving, parasailing, nearby island visit etc., will be charged extra, in addition to the package rates.






KADMAT ISLAND BEACH RESORT DELUXE COTTAGES

Kadmat resort for Double Occupancy - A/C Rooms (Sample Rate Structore for 5N/6D)


Accommodation: 5N x 6000 = 30,000.00
Govt Tax: 2.6% = 780.00
Heritage Fee = 400.00
Agatti Stop-over Service = 1,000.00

Documentation & Entry Permit Services:-
We do arrange the entry permit documentation to Kadmat/Minicoy resorts at an extra cost.

The issuance of entry permit with supporting manifest (Itinerary report) is characterized by intense activity and confusion in terms of ferry schedule; and not to mention the unusual reservations by authority. It's because of this, permit documentation is normally outsourced by us to the local agents in Kavaratti, Lakshadweep. So as the charges.
Documentation and Entry permits = INR. 4,800.00/- (Euro:75/-) For a Couple

Ferry Rates:- Agatti to Kadmat and Return
The following rates are applicable from 01 Jan, 2012 onwards:-
(Kindly note the alternative arrangements. It's because there will almost always remain some
uncertainty associated with a change)
Ferry Service: Agatti-Kadmat-Agatti:INR.3000/- (Euro:50/-) Both way Per person.

Alternatives - in case of non availability of regular service:-
[About the Pablo-boat, it's normally available without shade, toilet or safety features Journey takes 5 to 6 hrs and shuttling between the island, only in the morning].
Private/Pablo boat of 8 to 12 capacity: INR.12/15,000/- (Euro:185/235/-) Per one way.

Speedboat/Helicopter Services (Strictly on availability basis)
Speedboat on Hire (Upto 20 Pax) INR.35,000/- (Euro:540/-) Per one way.
Helicopter Service (Upto 8 Pax) INR.80,000/- (Euro:1,250/-) Per Hour.
Or
Agatti stop-over in a private guest-house at Agatti interiors

Agatti Stop-over Stay Upgradation:-

Instead of Agatti private accommodation, we do arrange the Seashells' Resorts' Beach Villas -
based on availability.(The difference is payable @ Eur.365/- (INR.20000/-) Per Night)
(View Seashells Beach Resort Features)


Service Charges:-

Service Charge is applicable: For upto: 6% (Indian citizen)
Service Charge is applicable: For upto: 10% (For foreigners)
(The above charge inclusive with 'MintValley-payment-gateway-service'/Credit Card Fee/SWIFT/BANK Fee etc)

Read more at:
Long Stay - 7Nights/8Days Stay Package for Foreigners

KADMAT ISLAND BEACH RESOR STANDARD COTTAGES
Package to Kadmat Island is available for booking from October onwards (From Agatti): Starts Euro: 275/- (Rs.17,600) For 5 Nights / APAI (Per Person on Twin Sharing Basis) it includes resort accommodation on 'Standard (Non A/C)', basic water sports, sight seeing and permit documentations etc.

Read more at:
Packages Category - Non A/C Cottages
ISLAND UP
SCUBA DIVING

The best way to explore under water life without the hassle's of Scuba Diving. Discover the diversity of marine life of these beautiful islands. Explore the underwater world, enjoy the sublime seascapes.

The lagoons here are huge and shallow, leaving a lot of space for a good swim. A wealth of relatively new, untouched dive sites in the world. There are opportunities for divers of all levels of experience, and most dive locations are within an easy boat trip from the shore.

Diving is very enjoyable and is the only sport where you feel that you are in a zero gravity environment. A must do activity. The resort offers well arranged aquatic sports like Kayaking, Snorkeling, scuba diving, Glass bottomed boat, canoeing, skiing, excursion to nearby islands and much more. Snorkel trips are organized to nearby reefs. You are provided with a mask to see clearly in the water. Read More

VIEW MORE PACKAGES
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Samudram (MV.Kavaratti) programmes

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Agatti Island Beach Resort Packages


Bangaram Island Beach Resort Monsoon

Charter Package to Kalpeni Island

For packages and deals please contact us at our Travel Desk.