LAKSHADWEEP A
PANORAMIC VIEW
One of world's most spectacular
tropical island systems, Lakshadweep is tucked away at 220-440Kms off
the Kerala Coast. The islands offer a precious heritage of ecology and
culture. The unique feature of the Islands is its coral reef, making it
a pristine leisure spot to come back to. 4200 sq. kms. of lagoon, rich
in marine wealth, is spread over 36 islands in an area of 32 sq. kms.
The underwater view at Lakshadweep is kaleidoscopic and breathtaking.
The lagoon offers excellent potential for water sports like swimming,
wind-surfing, diving, snorkeling and kayaking. No wonder, Lakshadweep
is fast becoming India's one of its kind “Adventure sport - Nature
Tourism” location. Each island is fringed by snow white coral sands.
The crystal clear water and the abundant marine life enhance the beauty
of these islands. Against the vast expanse of the blue sea, the island
looks like emeralds. The huge shallow calm lagoon on one side with wall
like reef made of marine live coral boulders blocks the incoming swells
of the outer sea. The islands are linked to the mainland by:- ship,
helicopter, Indian Airlines, Kingfisher Airlines and mechanized sailing
wooden vessels. The islands like Agatti and Bangaram can be reached by
ship and air from Cochin. From Agatti, Kadmat and Kavaratti are linked
by speed ferry. In all the islands, elaborate infrastructure is in
place to meet the needs of tourists.
Lakshadweep was given the National Eco-Tourism Award 1997.
Package Itinerary:
The popular package tour Lakshadweep Samudram is a five-day cruise by MV Kavaratti ship which takes tourists to Kavaratti, Kalpeni and Minicoy for day excursion. During the day with lunch and refreshments ashore. Swimming, snorkeling and other water sports can be arranged during the day tour. Night spends onboard the ship MV Kavaratti. The ships have cafeteria, snack bars, doctor on call, entertainments and upper-deck promenade. Ship facilities include three independent galleys, halls, recreation place with a swimming pool and a helipad.
While planning your travel itinerary please provide a day at Kochi, both one way to Lakshadweep and on the way back. Ship programmes/Itineraries are subject to change without notice due to ships arrival / departure or other unforeseen reasons.
Reporting time to our facilitation desk at the Lakshadweep Ship Passenger Reporting Centre, Willington Island, Kochi at 09.00 AM. Ship departure time 12.00 AM.
KOCHI - WILLINGDON ISLAND
Kochi (Cochin), The Queen of the Arabian Sea, is the commercial capital and the most cosmopolitan capital of Kerala. Kochi is the landing point for all visitors visiting Kerala, Lakshadweep and was one of a major centers of commerce and trade.
While you are at Kochi we would be glad to arrange your accommodation on request and organize local sightseeing and backwater cruise.
WHILE SAILING
The tourist must make it a point to be ready for disembarkation around 07.30 AM after finishing their morning chores and breakfast on board the ship.
There will be regular video show on board the ship. A short instructional video show also will be screened depicting the various facilities available on board the ship and about the rules and regulations to be followed by the tourists on board for their own safety and for the safety of co-passengers. Tourist will get a briefing about the package from the onboard Tourist Manager.
ENJOY YOURSELF
You have a whole day on each island to spend after having breakfast and disembarking the ship around 8 AM. Lunch is served at tourist complexes.
You then return to the ship around 4.30 PM., after which she sails to the next island. To and fro travel from islands to ship is by special mechanized boats.
09.30 Boarding/Embarkation to the ship
10.30 Inspection of MMD Surveyor
11.00 Departure
13.00 to 13.45 Lunch
15.30 to 16.00 Evening tea
20.00 to 20.45 Dinner
06.00 to 06.30 Morning tea (onboard)
07.00 to 07.30 Breakfast (onboard)
07.30 Disembarkation to Kavaratti
KAVARATTI ISLAND
Location: 10'-33* North Latitude and 72' -38* East Longitude, located 404 kms. from Cochin.
It is the headquarters of the U.T Administration since 1964. You have enough time to explore the island. The beautiful calm lagoon forms an ideal spot for water sports, swimming and basking on warm sandy beaches. Marine life exhibits can be seen at the new MARINE AQUARIUM which has excellent collection of specimens.
Do not bother if you are not a good swimmer, we have made viewing the exotic underwater world easier for you through our glass bottomed boats.
The Dolphin Dive Center is another attraction for water sports enthusiasts.
08.30 to 09.00 Reception with welcome drink
09.00 to 12.30 Cruise in the glass bottomed boat & water sports like swimming, kayaking etc.
13.00 to 14.00 Lunch & rest
14.00 to 14.30 Folk dance
14.30 to 15.30 Visit to Marine Aquarium & Museum
15.30 to 16.00 Evening tea
16.30 Departure to ship
20.00 to 20.45 Dinner
06.00 to 06.30 Morning tea
07.00 to 07.30 Breakfast
07.30 Disembarkation to Kalpeni
KALPENI ISLAND
Location: 10'-05* North Latitude and 73'-39* East Longitude, located 287 kms. from Cochin.
It is known for its Scenic beauty and the small islets called Tilakkam and Pitti and an uninhabited island on the north called Cheriyam.
A huge shallow lagoon encloses all of them. A peculiar feature of KALPENI atoll is the huge storm bank of coral debris along the eastern and south-eastern shorelines.
It is believed that huge boulders were thrown up during a storm in 1847. It is a progressive island. It was in this island that girls first went to school, when women's education was considered a taboo. Here, one can swim, reef-walk or water sport on kayaks, sail boat and pedal boat. A visit to the Baniyan Factory and the Light House is also included in the day's program.
08.30 to 09.00 Reception with welcome drink
09.00 to 12.30 Snorkeling & Sea bath.
13.00 to 14.00 Lunch & rest
14.00 to 14.30 Folk dance
14.30 to 15.30 Visit to Hosiery Factory & Sightseeing
15.30 to 16.00 Evening tea
16.30 Departure to ship
20.00 to 20.45 Dinner
06.00 to 06.30 Morning tea
07.00 to 07.30 Breakfast
07.30 Disembarkation to Minicoy
MINICOY ISLAND
Location: 8'-17* North Latitude and 73'-04* east Longitude, located 398 kms. from Cochin. It is about 10.6 Kms. long: it is the second largest island, the first being ANDROTT. It is the southern most island in Lakshadweep, crescent shaped and has one of the largest lagoons. Viringili is the small islet that can be seen on the south. MINICOY is set apart from the northern group of islands by its culture: the islanders are employed as seamen in ocean going vessels the world over.
The island has a systematically arranged village system known as 'Avah'. Each avah is a cluster of houses which is headed by an elected elderly man called Bodukaka. Traditionally all powers to manage village affairs are vested in him.
Each village has a village house beautifully decorated and maintained. Mahl is the spoken language.
MINICOY is an important centre for tuna fishing.The Light House of the island is one of the oldest and was constructed in 1885. One can visit the villages, tuna canning factory, the light house and go for a long drive through dense coconut groves and winding village roads. The beaches have bathing huts and change rooms. So swim and beach walk, Pedal boat, Kayak and Sail. Three Tourist Cottages and a Twenty Bedded Tourist Home have been constructed for the stayingtourists.
(This island is just recently opened up for foreign tourists and is a part of Swaying Palm packages.)
08.30 to 09.00 Reception with welcome drink
09.00 to 10.00 Visit to light house
10.00 to 13.00 Sea bath & kayaking etc.
13.00 to 14.00 Lunch & rest
14.00 to 14.30 Cultural programme
14.30 to 15.30 Visit to village
15.30 to 16.00 Evening tea
16.00 Departure to ship
20.00 to 20.45 Dinner
06.00 to 06.30 Morning tea
07.00 to 07.30 Breakfast
08.30 Disembarkation to Willington Island, Kochi.
Package Cost Per Person: Rs. 25,000/-
Package Includes
Entry Permit, Entry Tickets and Heritage Fee
Bus transfer to the ship from the boarding point and back at Cochin
Accommodation on board in Diamond Class (Two Bed)
Welcome drink at the island
Morning Evening Tea/Coffee with Snacks, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
All 3 Island Sightseeing,
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Glass boating in island
All Permit Formalities and taxes
Our personal Assistance on board and in islands
Package Exclude
*Scuba Diving.
Dep. Kochi Ship Arr. Kochi Days Islands
1 11.04.2015 MV KVT 15.04.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
2 17.04.2015 MV KVT 21.10.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
3 23.04.2015 MV KVT 27.04.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
4 30.04.2015 MV KVT 04.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
5 06.05.2015 MV KVT 10.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
6 12.05.2015 MV KVT 16.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
7 18.05.2015 MV KVT 22.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
8 24.05.2015 MV KVT 28.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
Some Guidelines
1. The reporting time is 09.30 am. at Lakshadweep office, Willingdon Island, Cochin. The scheduled departure time is 02.00 pm, however the exact time of departure may vary.
2. Please note the ships cannot dock at the islands. The facility to dock the ship is not available on the island. The passengers will be transferred to boats, which will take you to the island. It is recommended that ladies avoid saris for easier movement.
3. The person planning to take the trip should be in sound health.
4. Avoid usage of plastic on the islands.
5. Please carry sunscreen lotion, umbrellas, caps , etc. as it may be very hot.
6. Carry a first-aid kit as per your family’s requirements.
7. Do not litter the land or the water.
8. Do not pick up corals as souvenirs. It is a punishable offense.
9. Do not carry narcotics or drugs. It is prohibited.
10. Do not use alcoholic drink, intoxicants while on the islands and on the ship. Carring and Consumption of such things 100% Prohibited and is an offence in Lakshadweep Islands.
11. Swim or sunbathe un-clothed is strictly prohibited.
12. Do not go out of your island lagoon without permission of the SPORTS authorities and without a proper escort it can be risky.
13. Do not pluck tender coconuts yourself. The trees are privately owned and unauthorized plucking of coconuts is a theft.
14. For the Weekend, Lakshadweep Samundram and Coral Reef packages – as you will be spending the full day on the island you can carry some extra clothes for wash and change as the facility to wash and change are available on the island.
15. All Passengers to hold a valid identity card ( Voters ID / Passport / Driving License)
16. Avoid booking return journey on the day of arrival back at Cochin. Ships arrival timing is subject to weather, current port clearance.
17. Only BSNL has range on the islands.
Payment
50% advance payment for land arrangements required to make the reservation. Balance payment can be made 25 days before departure. Payment can be deposited in our account.
Rules
No changes should be made by guests in the itinerary during the tour. Decision of tour escort / our office will be final and you should obey requests of our tour escort for a smooth operation.
Bank Details
A/c Name: Global Paradise
A/c No: 0805201002770
Bank: Canara Bank
Branch: Banerji Road ,Ernakulam
IFSC Code: CNRB0000805
CANCELLATION POLICY
25% cancellation charge will be deducted if the booking is cancelled 30 days before departure of the ship.
45% cancellation charge will be deducted if the booking is cancelled between 29th to 7th days before departure of the ship.
No refund if cancelled within 09 days before the departure of the ship.
Lakshadweep was given the National Eco-Tourism Award 1997.
Package Itinerary:
The popular package tour Lakshadweep Samudram is a five-day cruise by MV Kavaratti ship which takes tourists to Kavaratti, Kalpeni and Minicoy for day excursion. During the day with lunch and refreshments ashore. Swimming, snorkeling and other water sports can be arranged during the day tour. Night spends onboard the ship MV Kavaratti. The ships have cafeteria, snack bars, doctor on call, entertainments and upper-deck promenade. Ship facilities include three independent galleys, halls, recreation place with a swimming pool and a helipad.
While planning your travel itinerary please provide a day at Kochi, both one way to Lakshadweep and on the way back. Ship programmes/Itineraries are subject to change without notice due to ships arrival / departure or other unforeseen reasons.
Reporting time to our facilitation desk at the Lakshadweep Ship Passenger Reporting Centre, Willington Island, Kochi at 09.00 AM. Ship departure time 12.00 AM.
KOCHI - WILLINGDON ISLAND
Kochi (Cochin), The Queen of the Arabian Sea, is the commercial capital and the most cosmopolitan capital of Kerala. Kochi is the landing point for all visitors visiting Kerala, Lakshadweep and was one of a major centers of commerce and trade.
While you are at Kochi we would be glad to arrange your accommodation on request and organize local sightseeing and backwater cruise.
WHILE SAILING
The tourist must make it a point to be ready for disembarkation around 07.30 AM after finishing their morning chores and breakfast on board the ship.
There will be regular video show on board the ship. A short instructional video show also will be screened depicting the various facilities available on board the ship and about the rules and regulations to be followed by the tourists on board for their own safety and for the safety of co-passengers. Tourist will get a briefing about the package from the onboard Tourist Manager.
ENJOY YOURSELF
You have a whole day on each island to spend after having breakfast and disembarking the ship around 8 AM. Lunch is served at tourist complexes.
You then return to the ship around 4.30 PM., after which she sails to the next island. To and fro travel from islands to ship is by special mechanized boats.
09.30 Boarding/Embarkation to the ship
10.30 Inspection of MMD Surveyor
11.00 Departure
13.00 to 13.45 Lunch
15.30 to 16.00 Evening tea
20.00 to 20.45 Dinner
06.00 to 06.30 Morning tea (onboard)
07.00 to 07.30 Breakfast (onboard)
07.30 Disembarkation to Kavaratti
KAVARATTI ISLAND
Location: 10'-33* North Latitude and 72' -38* East Longitude, located 404 kms. from Cochin.
It is the headquarters of the U.T Administration since 1964. You have enough time to explore the island. The beautiful calm lagoon forms an ideal spot for water sports, swimming and basking on warm sandy beaches. Marine life exhibits can be seen at the new MARINE AQUARIUM which has excellent collection of specimens.
Do not bother if you are not a good swimmer, we have made viewing the exotic underwater world easier for you through our glass bottomed boats.
The Dolphin Dive Center is another attraction for water sports enthusiasts.
08.30 to 09.00 Reception with welcome drink
09.00 to 12.30 Cruise in the glass bottomed boat & water sports like swimming, kayaking etc.
13.00 to 14.00 Lunch & rest
14.00 to 14.30 Folk dance
14.30 to 15.30 Visit to Marine Aquarium & Museum
15.30 to 16.00 Evening tea
16.30 Departure to ship
20.00 to 20.45 Dinner
06.00 to 06.30 Morning tea
07.00 to 07.30 Breakfast
07.30 Disembarkation to Kalpeni
KALPENI ISLAND
Location: 10'-05* North Latitude and 73'-39* East Longitude, located 287 kms. from Cochin.
It is known for its Scenic beauty and the small islets called Tilakkam and Pitti and an uninhabited island on the north called Cheriyam.
A huge shallow lagoon encloses all of them. A peculiar feature of KALPENI atoll is the huge storm bank of coral debris along the eastern and south-eastern shorelines.
It is believed that huge boulders were thrown up during a storm in 1847. It is a progressive island. It was in this island that girls first went to school, when women's education was considered a taboo. Here, one can swim, reef-walk or water sport on kayaks, sail boat and pedal boat. A visit to the Baniyan Factory and the Light House is also included in the day's program.
08.30 to 09.00 Reception with welcome drink
09.00 to 12.30 Snorkeling & Sea bath.
13.00 to 14.00 Lunch & rest
14.00 to 14.30 Folk dance
14.30 to 15.30 Visit to Hosiery Factory & Sightseeing
15.30 to 16.00 Evening tea
16.30 Departure to ship
20.00 to 20.45 Dinner
06.00 to 06.30 Morning tea
07.00 to 07.30 Breakfast
07.30 Disembarkation to Minicoy
MINICOY ISLAND
Location: 8'-17* North Latitude and 73'-04* east Longitude, located 398 kms. from Cochin. It is about 10.6 Kms. long: it is the second largest island, the first being ANDROTT. It is the southern most island in Lakshadweep, crescent shaped and has one of the largest lagoons. Viringili is the small islet that can be seen on the south. MINICOY is set apart from the northern group of islands by its culture: the islanders are employed as seamen in ocean going vessels the world over.
The island has a systematically arranged village system known as 'Avah'. Each avah is a cluster of houses which is headed by an elected elderly man called Bodukaka. Traditionally all powers to manage village affairs are vested in him.
Each village has a village house beautifully decorated and maintained. Mahl is the spoken language.
MINICOY is an important centre for tuna fishing.The Light House of the island is one of the oldest and was constructed in 1885. One can visit the villages, tuna canning factory, the light house and go for a long drive through dense coconut groves and winding village roads. The beaches have bathing huts and change rooms. So swim and beach walk, Pedal boat, Kayak and Sail. Three Tourist Cottages and a Twenty Bedded Tourist Home have been constructed for the stayingtourists.
(This island is just recently opened up for foreign tourists and is a part of Swaying Palm packages.)
08.30 to 09.00 Reception with welcome drink
09.00 to 10.00 Visit to light house
10.00 to 13.00 Sea bath & kayaking etc.
13.00 to 14.00 Lunch & rest
14.00 to 14.30 Cultural programme
14.30 to 15.30 Visit to village
15.30 to 16.00 Evening tea
16.00 Departure to ship
20.00 to 20.45 Dinner
06.00 to 06.30 Morning tea
07.00 to 07.30 Breakfast
08.30 Disembarkation to Willington Island, Kochi.
Package Cost Per Person: Rs. 25,000/-
Package Includes
Entry Permit, Entry Tickets and Heritage Fee
Bus transfer to the ship from the boarding point and back at Cochin
Accommodation on board in Diamond Class (Two Bed)
Welcome drink at the island
Morning Evening Tea/Coffee with Snacks, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
All 3 Island Sightseeing,
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Glass boating in island
All Permit Formalities and taxes
Our personal Assistance on board and in islands
Package Exclude
*Scuba Diving.
Dep. Kochi Ship Arr. Kochi Days Islands
1 11.04.2015 MV KVT 15.04.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
2 17.04.2015 MV KVT 21.10.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
3 23.04.2015 MV KVT 27.04.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
4 30.04.2015 MV KVT 04.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
5 06.05.2015 MV KVT 10.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
6 12.05.2015 MV KVT 16.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
7 18.05.2015 MV KVT 22.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
8 24.05.2015 MV KVT 28.05.2015 5 days Kvt/Klp/Mcy
Some Guidelines
1. The reporting time is 09.30 am. at Lakshadweep office, Willingdon Island, Cochin. The scheduled departure time is 02.00 pm, however the exact time of departure may vary.
2. Please note the ships cannot dock at the islands. The facility to dock the ship is not available on the island. The passengers will be transferred to boats, which will take you to the island. It is recommended that ladies avoid saris for easier movement.
3. The person planning to take the trip should be in sound health.
4. Avoid usage of plastic on the islands.
5. Please carry sunscreen lotion, umbrellas, caps , etc. as it may be very hot.
6. Carry a first-aid kit as per your family’s requirements.
7. Do not litter the land or the water.
8. Do not pick up corals as souvenirs. It is a punishable offense.
9. Do not carry narcotics or drugs. It is prohibited.
10. Do not use alcoholic drink, intoxicants while on the islands and on the ship. Carring and Consumption of such things 100% Prohibited and is an offence in Lakshadweep Islands.
11. Swim or sunbathe un-clothed is strictly prohibited.
12. Do not go out of your island lagoon without permission of the SPORTS authorities and without a proper escort it can be risky.
13. Do not pluck tender coconuts yourself. The trees are privately owned and unauthorized plucking of coconuts is a theft.
14. For the Weekend, Lakshadweep Samundram and Coral Reef packages – as you will be spending the full day on the island you can carry some extra clothes for wash and change as the facility to wash and change are available on the island.
15. All Passengers to hold a valid identity card ( Voters ID / Passport / Driving License)
16. Avoid booking return journey on the day of arrival back at Cochin. Ships arrival timing is subject to weather, current port clearance.
17. Only BSNL has range on the islands.
Payment
50% advance payment for land arrangements required to make the reservation. Balance payment can be made 25 days before departure. Payment can be deposited in our account.
Rules
No changes should be made by guests in the itinerary during the tour. Decision of tour escort / our office will be final and you should obey requests of our tour escort for a smooth operation.
Bank Details
A/c Name: Global Paradise
A/c No: 0805201002770
Bank: Canara Bank
Branch: Banerji Road ,Ernakulam
IFSC Code: CNRB0000805
CANCELLATION POLICY
25% cancellation charge will be deducted if the booking is cancelled 30 days before departure of the ship.
45% cancellation charge will be deducted if the booking is cancelled between 29th to 7th days before departure of the ship.
No refund if cancelled within 09 days before the departure of the ship.
