Lakshadweep Island (8 Days / 7 Nights)
After taking a glimpse of Kerala in Cochin, one comes to the most exotic destination on planet earth, the Lakshadweep Islands. Lakshadweep literally means a hundred thousand islands. These islands floating in the Arabian Sea, actually are a sparkling diamond and emerald studded jewel adorning India''s southwestern frontier. With hardly any influence from the outside world, the charm and the beauty of this place is as genuine as the corals found in its deep Aqua Blue waters. The teardrop shaped island Bangaram is ranked among the best tourist spots in the world. A paradise for the water sports lovers, Bangaram offers everything from, diving to snorkeling apart from the virgin beauty.
Day 1: Kochi
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 - Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Arrive Cochin International Airport and transfer to Hotel.Afternoon sightseeing of Cochin city visiting
Jewish Synagogue, built in 1568 AD and decorated with copper plates bearing the Hebrew script and hand painted chinese tiles. Visit the Mattan-Cherry Palace also called the
Dutch Palace built by the Portugese and presented to the King of Cochin in 1555 AD. The
Chinese Fishing Nets at the entrance of the harbour, along the backwaters are a fascinating sight. These nets that line the sea front exhibit a mechanical method of catching fish,introduced by chinese traders to the coast of Malabar.Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2: Kochi - Agatti - Bangaram
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - Thursday, May 2, 2024
Morning transfer to airport to leave by air for Agatti Island. Upon arrival transfer to Bangaram by boat.Arrive and stay at Hotel Bangaram Island Resort.Bangaram Island is an uninhabited heaven. Barring the occasional visitor from nearby Agatti (where the airport is situated), the only residents are the resort staff.The resort is set in 128 acres, there are 30 tiled roof beach huts, each with its own palm thatched verandah. All rooms are comfortably furnished with cane furniture, twin beds, ceiling fans, stocked fridge and private shower (cold water only). The dining hut serves buffet meals and is normally a mixture of local and continental cuisine with fresh fish and tropical fruits. Next door is the beach bar open for most of the day, serving a reasonably wide range of spirits, wine and beer.
Day 3: Bangaram
Thursday, May 2, 2024 - Friday, May 3, 2024
Bangaram presents a breathtaking spectacle of various colours; from sparkling coral reefs, turquoise blue lagoons, to silvery beaches and lush green coconut palms. One can simply laze on the silver beaches, soak in the sun, listen to the sound of the waves and watch the swaying of the palms. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Bangaram
Friday, May 3, 2024 - Saturday, May 4, 2024
Morning after breakfast Enjoy Kayaking, Catamaran sailing, snorkelling, deep sea fishing, and scuba diving. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5: Bangaram
Saturday, May 4, 2024 - Sunday, May 5, 2024
With such peace and natural beauty surrounding you, Bangaram Island is the ideal place to try an ayurvedic treatment, or even just a relaxing massage. Ayurveda is the Indian system of traditional medicine, and it is a great way to treat niggling, chronic health problems. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6: Bangaram
Sunday, May 5, 2024 - Monday, May 6, 2024
Relax on the beach or visit the near by Islands. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 7: Bangaram
Monday, May 6, 2024 - Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Relax on the beach.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Bangaram - Agatti - Kochi
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Transfer to Agatti by boat.Upon arrival at Agatti leave by air for Cochin.Transfer to the international airport to fly back homeonward destination.
