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    Lakshadweep Forum - FAQ


    MICE TRAVEL & PRIVATE ISLAND GETAWAYS IN LAKSHADWEEP GROUP OF ISLANDS


    • Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE) in Lakshadweep [Bangaram & Kadmat ] Islands

    MICE Facilities can be arranged at Bangaram & Kadmat Beach Resorts 

    PRIVATE ISLAND Experiences in Lakshadweep [ Suheli & Cheriyam ] Islands

    How To Reach
    • Transportation From Kochi (By Air) Kochi / Agatti / Kochi By Air - Indian Airlines

    The Agatti Island is the gateway to Bangaram.

    At Agatti airport, you would be received by the resort staff and escorted to the boat for a magical 2 hours  (40 minutes by speedboat) ride to Bangaram. {During the monsoon (May to October) transfers from Agatti to Bangaram are by helicopter}.

    Bangaram Island Beach Resort


    The Jewel of the Lakshadweep, Bangaram Island is an uninhabited haven. Here, the only residents are the resort staff. Bangaram presents a breathtaking spectacle of sparkling coral reefs, turquoise-blue lagoons, silvery beaches, and lush green coconut palms. All preserved in the state little different from the days of Charam Perumal's reign.

    Bangaram Island Resort caters to high-end international tourists. The accommodation is simple though comfortable, and the atmosphere is very relaxed. Seafood is abundant, and fish and coconut are used to create the sublime South Indian specialties.

    Lakshadweep Entry Permit

    The union territory of Lakshadweep is a restricted area for outsiders. All visitors, even mainlanders and Foreign nationals need a permit to enter Lakshadweep. However, for bonafide tourists, the permit and other formalities will be arranged by 'MintValley Tourism & Travel Division'. The following details have to be submitted to process the same.

    For Foreigners:
    A copy of passport & visa has to be submitted for foreigners for the same. ['Bonafide foreign tourist' shall mean foreign nationals having a valid visa and passport and visiting the country as a tourist. Full Text]

    Indian Nationals:
    For to apply for entry permits, name, age, address, and accommodation voucher/s are required. [Accommodation Vouchers will be issued based on full prepayment]

    Download Application Form For Booking [Word Format 55 kb]
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    1. Where is Lakshadweep located? ?
    Lakshadweep is located about 185 miles (300 km) off the Kerala Coast in Arabian Sea. It is in 8° and 12° North Latitude and 71° and 74° East Longitude. The nearest island Andrott is 220 kms away from Kochi and the farthest one, Agatti is 440 kms away

    2.How to reach Lakshadweep?
    One can reach Lakshadweep by flight and ships from Kochi. Lakshadweep Administration operates ships from Kochi. 

    By Air* : The airport at Agatti is well networked with the mainland at Kochi (Cochin) from where onward flights to most of the airports in India and to selected foreign destinations are available.  (The Agatti Island is the gateway to Bangaram)

    The Kingfisher and The Indian Airlines operates its flight to Agatti Island now all days in a Week. By Kingfisher Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturdays ; By Indian Airlines Wednesday and Fridays. The flight from Cochin International Airport to Agatti takes approximately one hour thirty minutes). 

    By Ship* : Four passenger ships M.V Kavaratti, M.V Tipusultan, M.V. Bharatseema, M.V Aminidivi and M.V Minicoy operate between Kochi and the islands. The ships have standard voyages which takes between 14 to 20 hours. Kochi / Agatti direct or Kochi / Kavarati / Kadmath / Amini.  Inter transport available by speed boats). 

    While on board the ship, a representative of 'TOURISM' who has been specially designated to assist you. In case of any difficulty, please avail of his services.

    Helicopter Service* : Helicopter transfer is available from Agatti to Bangaram Island Resort during monsoon and to Kavaratti through out the year.
    3. Do one need a permit to visit Lakshadweep?
    Lakshadweep islands are basically restricted areas and the nation's smallest union territory. All visitors need a permit to enter Lakshadweep. However for bonafied tourists the permit and other formalities will be arranged by the tour organizers or authorized private resort groups and are exempted from entry restriction.

    4. How long will it take to issue the permit?
    We need a minimum 2 working days to issue the entry permit. The permit will be supplied while you entering at Cochin or Agatti Airport. (A help counter is operational at both the airport for Lakshadweep travelers) To obtain the permit, you will have to forward name, address, age & place of birth of person/s to us as soon as you confirm the bookings. For foreign nationals forward name, address, age & place of birth, passport Number, date of issue, place of issue and expiry date of passport has to be provided.

    5.Where to stay at Lakshadweep?
    There are beach resorts in Agatti and Bangaram operational year-round. Kavaratti, Kalpeni, Minicoy and Kadmat islands charter ship based tour and tourists can stay in these resorts in season only. The tourist huts in each island occupy ideal locations on the beach itself. All accommodation is built to be eco-friendly with largely locally available building materials. For certain packages like Coral Reef, overnight accommodation is provided on board the ship.

    6. What to do in Lakshadweep?
    The Lakshadweep Islands (Laccadive as they were formerly known) are one of the few remaining virgin islands in the world and the only coral reef islands in India. The islands are are a geographical extension of the Maldives island chain. The soft silvery beaches, the coral atolls built on ancient volcanic formations, living corals, vast beautiful shallow lagoons, the matchless marine environment and multi-coloured coral fishes makes Lakshadweep a real paradise in Arabian sea. One can engage in water sports like Kayaking, Canoeing, Snorkeling and Para Sailing. For adventures, there are plenty of opportunities for Scuba diving. One may also visit local houses, Marine museum, Light House and a few local industries.

    7. When is the best time to visit?
    Though the Islands are open round the year, from October to April is the ideal time to visit. The rush of tourists is mainly concentrated from November to March. The monsoon period is from 15 may to 15 September. Tourist Season: October - May for the ship based tour packages. Agatti and Bangaram may be visited throughout the year. Climate: Lakshadweep has a tropical climate. From 27 to 32 degree Celsius during September to March. From 30 to 33 degree Celsius in April and May. Water temperature in the lagoon is normally around 25 - 27 degree centigrade. The temperature during monsoon is between 27 - 30 degrees and water temperature remains at 25 degrees. Though the sea remains rough during monsoon, the reef which encircles the island, keeps the lagoon calm. However, due to rough sea, boats do not ply outside the lagoon. Some effect of the northeast monsoon is felt in October-November in the form of light transitory showers which cool the place. Clothing: Light cotton tropical clothes are sufficient throughout the year. A waterproof coat is advisable during the monsoons.

    8. How do I get a booking confirmation?
    Full Pre-payment is required for confirming rooms. (You can send 50% payment in advance and the rest can be paid 30 days before trip). for online line payment click here. We accept all major credit cardss

    9. Do you issue a receipt for the payment?
    Yes. We issue e-receipt along with resort vouchers for your transaction. The receipt or voucher work as a digital record in our reservation computers. You can print a copy of any of this document in order to present it at the resort.

    10. What medical facilities are available at the island?
    A medical center with qualified medical personnel functions at Agatti island. (8 Kms from Bangaram Island Resort) In the event of a medical emergency, evacuation by helicopter is possible. It is advisable to carry your basic medication that you may require, as this may not be available on the island.

    11. What are the prohibited acts as per the Lakshadweep Prohibition Regulation, 1979?
    As per the section 3 of the Regulation, transportation, possession, consumption and manufacture of liquor or any intoxicating drug is prohibited in all the Islands. However, being an international tourist center, Bangaram is exempted. (View Lakshadweep Tourism at PoliceIndia.Org)

    How To Reach The Bangaram Island Resort
    One can reach Lakshadweep by flight From (Cochin) Kochi (By Air)
    • Kochi / Agatti / Kochi By Air - Indian Airlines

    By Air* : The Agatti Island is the gateway to Bangaram. The airport at Agatti is well networked with the mainland at Kochi (Cochin) from where onward flights to most of the airports in India and to selected foreign destinations are available.

    The Indian Airlines operates its flight to Agatti Island all days in a Week except Sundays. The flight is designating from Bangalore early in the morning and has a stop-over in Kochi; from Cochin International Airport to Agatti takes approximately one hour thirty minutes.

    Where is Lakshadweep located?

    Lakshadweep is located about 185 miles (300 km) off the Kerala Coast in Arabian Sea. It is in 8° and 12° North Latitude and 71° and 74° East Longitude. The nearest island Andrott is 220 kms away from Kochi and the farthest one, Agatti is 440 kms away.

    Lakshadweep islands are restricted areas and the nation's smallest union territory. All visitors need a permit to enter Lakshadweep. However for bonafied tourists the permit and other formalities will be arranged by the tour organizers or authorized private resort groups and are exempted from entry restriction.

    Indian travellers are permitted to all Lakshadweep Islands. Foreign tourists having valid passport and a tourist visa for India, can visit and stay the Islands of Agatti, Kadmat and International Tourist Resort of Bangaram.

    A copy of the permit will be supplied through email before the travel date. (A help counter is operational at both the airport for Lakshadweep travelers) To obtain the permit, you will have to forward name, address, age & place of birth of person/s as soon as you confirm the bookings.

    For foreign nationals a copy of valid passport and visa has to be submitted. Take a look the entry permit rules here.

    'Bonafide foreign tourist' shall mean foreign national having a valid visa and passport and visiting the country as a tourist. Full Text

    For further details you may contact 'INFO@MINTVALLEY.COM'

     



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