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Lakshadweep Package

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1) LAKSHADWEEP SAMUDRAM: (BY M.V KAVARATTI)

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Lakshadweep Samudram is a Five-days cruise to visit the islands of Kavaratti, Kalpeni and Minicoy by ship- M.V Kavaratti. The island tour is organized during the day with lunch and refreshments ashore. Nights are spent on board the ship. M.V Kavaratti has 150 Diamond class accommodations. Swimming, snorkeling and other water sports are arranged during the day' tour. Children from 1 year and above up to 10 years will be treated as child.
NOTE: Service tax is aplicable @ 4.5% for all the packages. 10% hike in december is aplicable for this package. Rates in Indian Rupees.

Package rate for Five Days Lakshadweep Samudram Package
Class of Accommodation	Transportation Cost	Tour Charges	Total
First (Adult)	Rs.14000	Rs.11000	Rs.25000/-
First (Child)	Rs.11000	Rs.7000	Rs.18000/-

Lakshadweep Samudram package scheduled date
Dep. Kochi	Ship	Arr. Kochi	Days	Islands
20.09.2016	M.V Kavaratti	24.09.2016	5 days	Kavaratti-Kadmat-Kalpeni
26.09.2016	M.V Kavaratti	30.09.2016	5 days	Kavaratti-Kadmat-Kalpeni
02.10.2016	M.V Kavaratti	06.10.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
08.10.2016	M.V Kavaratti	12.10.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
14.10.2016	M.V Kavaratti	18.10.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
21.10.2016	M.V Kavaratti	25.10.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
27.10.2016	M.V Kavaratti	31.10.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
02.11.2016	M.V Kavaratti	06.11.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
08.11.2016	M.V Kavaratti	12.11.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
14.11.2016	M.V Kavaratti	18.11.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
21.11.2016	M.V Kavaratti	25.11.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
27.11.2016	M.V Kavaratti	01.12.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
03.12.2016	M.V Kavaratti	07.12.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
09.12.2016	M.V Kavaratti	13.12.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
15.12.2016	M.V Kavaratti	19.12.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
21.12.2016	M.V Kavaratti	25.12.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
27.12.2016	M.V Kavaratti	31.12.2016	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
02.01.2017	M.V Kavaratti	06.01.2017	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
02.01.2017	M.V Kavaratti	06.01.2017	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
08.01.2017	M.V Kavaratti	12.01.2017	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti
14.01.2017	M.V Kavaratti	18.01.2017	5 days	Mincoy-Kalpeni-Kavaratti

Includes:	Excludes:
Inner line permit Heritage fee AC double beded cabin with attach toilet Ship all meals (Three times) Local tour of 3 Islands Cultural programme of Three Islands Watersports Kayak and Glass bottome coral trip free	Other Watersports Camera fee Travel Insurance Personal nature expenses S. Tax

1. Snorkeling @ Rs: 300 for 1hr with equipements
2. Under water scuba diving @ Rs: 2,000 per dive with equipments and trained dive master (Under water snapes on CD)
3. Wind surfing
4. Para sailing Its a Five-day cruise 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 Wharf, Willingdon island between 10.00 10.30 AM. Ship departure time 12.00 AM.

A brief itinerary :

Day:: 01	Report to lakshadeep Tourism office at Wellingdon Island FCI GROUND at 10.30 and collect boarding pass, ship tickets etc. From there you will be tranferred to Jetty by bus. Boarding/Embarkation to the ship. Inspection of MMD Surveyor then Lakshadweep tour start. Lunch will given between 13.00 to 14.00 hrs. Evening Tea between 15.30 to 14hrs. Dinner 20.00 to 20.30 hrs. 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.
Day:: 02 Kavaratti Island	07.30 AM after finishing their morning chores and breakfast on board the ship. 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. After breakfast proceed for Kavaratti Island. Day spent with lot of water activities. Island sightseeings and cultural programmes.
Day:: 03 Kalpeni Island	After breakfast proceed for Kalpeni Island. Day spent with lot of water activities. Island sightseeings and cultural programmes. Kalpeni is a huge shallow lagoon encloses all of them. Kalpeni is a progresive island. It is believed that huge boulders were thrown up during a storm in 1847. 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 Lighthouse is also included in the day's program.
Day:: 04 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 ANDROTH. It is the southern most island in Lakshadweep, crescent shaped and has one of the largest lagoons. 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. MINICOY is an important centre for tuna fishing. The Lighthouse of the island is one of the oldest and was constructed in 1885. One can visit the villages, tuna canning factory, the lighthouse 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 staying tourists. After breakfast proceed to Minicoy Island you will receive ..... 08.30 to 09.00 Reception with welcome drink 09.00 to 12.30 Cruise in the glass bottomed boat & water sports 13.00 to 14.00 Lunch & rest Then local tour and boat race . After evening tea back to ship.
Day:: 05	Retun to Cochin Wellingdon Island Jetty. Tour end with happy journey.

2) MARINE WEALTH AWARENESS PROGRAMME TO KADMATH BY SHIP
(BY M.V. KAVARATTI/M.V. ARABIAN SEA/LAKSHADWEEP SEA/M.V. AMINDIVI & M.V. MINICOY)

Marine Wealth Awareness Programme covers a 4 -7 dayspackage to Kadmat to experience the richness and beauty of marine life. Sea passage is by M.V Arabian sea, M.V. Lakshadweep sea, M.V Amindivi ,M.V Minicoy and M.V Kavaratti. One can spend 2-5 fun filled days on the island, Swimming, Snorkeling and Kayaking are included in water sports. A full-fledged water sports institute is functional at Kadmat. The more adventurous can indulge in scuba diving, wind surfing and para sailing. The charges for the package are as under.

Category of Rooms in Kadmat	Double	Single	Extra Person
AC Super Deluxe Room	11,000	8,000	5,000
AC Deluxe Room	9,000	6,000	4,000
AC Standard Room	7,000	5,000	3,500
Non-AC Standard Room	5,000	3,000	2,500

10 % hike will be applicable in December

Transportation (by High Speed Craft)

Adult	Rs. 4000/- (One Way)
Child	Rs. 2000/- (One Way)

*Boats available to Kadmat(Mon,Wed,Fri) vise versa.

Transportation (by Ship)

First	Rs. 10,000/- (Both Ways)
Second	Rs. 7,500/- (Both Ways)
Pushback/Bunk	Rs. 5,000/- (Both Ways)

*Rates in Indian Rupees Service Tax at applicable rate (4.5%)

Includes:	Excludes:
Inner line permit Heritage fee AC double beded cabin with attach toilet Ship all meals (Three times) Local tour of 3 Islands Cultural programme of Three Islands Watersports Kayak and Glass bottome coral trip free	Other Watersports Camera fee Travel Insurance Personal nature expenses S. Tax

3) TARATASHI PACKAGE TO KAVARATTI BY SHIP
(M.V KAVARATTI/ M.V ARABIAN SEA/M.V LAKSHADWEEP SEA/M.V AMINDIVI/M.V MINICOY)

Taratashi offers a package to visit Kavaratti - the administrative capital of Lakshadweep and a four/five days stay on the island. Swimming, snorkeling, scuba dive lagoon cruise in glass bottomed boat and other water sports are on offer and can make your holiday memorable. The stay on the island is in the tourist huts on beach front. There are only 10 seats available. However more seats can be made available on dormitory accommodation. Transportation by M.V.Arabian Sea, M.V. Lasshadweep Sea,M.V.Amindivi and M.V.Minicoy, M.V Kavaratti.

Category of Rooms in Kavaratti	Double	Single	Extra Person
AC Suit Room	9,000	6,000	4,000

10 % hike will be applicable in December

Transportation (by High Speed Craft)

Adult	Rs. 4000/- (One Way)
Child	Rs. 2000/- (One Way)

*Boats available to Kavaratti (Mon,Wed,Fri) vise versa.

Transportation (by Ship)

First	Rs. 10,000/- (Both Ways)
Second	Rs. 7,500/- (Both Ways)
Pushback/Bunk	Rs. 5,000/- (Both Ways)

*Rates in Indian Rupees Service Tax at applicable rate (4.5%)

Includes:	Excludes:
Inner line permit Heritage fee AC double beded cabin with attach toilet Ship all meals (Three times) Local tour of 3 Islands Cultural programme of Three Islands Watersports Kayak and Glass bottome coral trip free	Other Watersports Camera fee Travel Insurance Personal nature expenses S. Tax

4)SWAYING PALM PACKAGE
(M.V. KAVARATTI/M.V. ARABIAN SEA/M.V LASHADWEEP SEA/M.V. AMINDIVI/ M.V. MINICOY)

Swaying Palm is a six / seven days tour to Minicoy.Tourists are accommodated in exclusive A/c cottages and other individual cottages built on the beachfront. Journey is by M.V Arabian sea and M.V Lakshadweep sea, M.V. Minicoy and M.V. Amindivi , M.V Kavaratti.Tariff for the cottages as under.

Category of Rooms	Double	Single	Extra Person
AC Suit Room	9,000	6,000	4,000

10 % hike will be applicable in December

Transportation (by High Speed Craft)

Adult	Rs. 4000/- (One Way)
Child	Rs. 2000/- (One Way)

*Boats available to Kavaratti (Mon,Wed,Fri) vise versa.

Transportation (by Ship)

First	Rs. 10,000/- (Both Ways)
Second	Rs. 7,500/- (Both Ways)
Pushback/Bunk	Rs. 5,000/- (Both Ways)

*Rates in Indian Rupees Service Tax at applicable rate (4.5%)

Includes:	Excludes:
Inner line permit Heritage fee AC double beded cabin with attach toilet Ship all meals (Three times) Local tour of 3 Islands Cultural programme of Three Islands Watersports Kayak and Glass bottome coral trip free	Other Watersports Camera fee Travel Insurance Personal nature expenses S. Tax

5) CORAL REEF PACKAGE
(M.V. LAKSHADWEEP SEA)

Coral Reef is a Four-days cruise to visit any of the two islands of Kavaratti,Kalpeni,Minicoy and Kadmat by ship- MV Lakshadweep Sea. The island tour is organized during the day with lunch and refreshments ashore. Nights are spent on board the ship. MV Lakshadweep Sea has 4 diamond class (First) and 4 Gold class (Second) accommodations. Swimming, snorkeling and other water sports are arranged during the day' tour.

Package Seats - Diamond-4, Gold -4

Class of Accommodation	Transportation Cost	Tour Charges	Total
Diamond Class (Adult)	Rs.11,500	Rs.6,000/-	Rs.17,500/-
Diamond Class (Child)	Rs.10,000	Rs.3,000/-	Rs.13,000/-
Gold (Adult)	Rs.7,000	Rs.6,000/-	Rs.13,000/-
Gold (Child)	Rs.7,000	Rs.4,000/-	Rs.11,000/-

*Rates in Indian Rupees Service Tax at applicable rate (4.5%)

LAKSHADWEEP CORPORATE PACKAGE

KADMAT ISLAND

Kadmat Island located between 11° 13° North Latitudes and 72° 47° east Longitudes, 407 km away from Kochi. You will found Shallow Lagoon on the west side which is quiet good for Water sports, there is narrow lagoon also found on east side. The main attractions are the long sandy beaches and sand banks on the southern tip. Tourist huts built amidst palm groves facing the lagoon allow soaking in the pristine beauty of the ecosystem. Kayaks, sailing boats, pedal boats, skiing boats and glass-bottomed boats are available on hire. A Water Sports Institute functions on the island. Marine Wealth Awareness Package allows spend 2-4 days on the island enjoying the richBounty of nature. Kadmat has known as beautiful dive centres in India. You can found variety of fishes like rays, sharks, and clear water with 20-50 meter visibility makes it an unparalleled dive destination for scuba divers.

How to Reach:

Air India servicing Bangalore Kochi Agatti every day except Sunday, up to Agatti Island and from Agatti Island by Speed boat to Kadmath Island.
From Agatti by Speed boat transfer available to Kadmath Island will be on Monday, Wednesday & Friday (weekly three days). Accordingly, the tourists may book their flight tickets for onward and return journey from Kochi to Agatti and back to Kochi, after reserving their accommodation at Kadmath.
For the group 6 and above will arrange Speed boat any day.
Speed Boat Charges for both ways travel ie Agatti –Kadmath-Agatti will be Rs.8000/- Per Head.
Transportation to Kadmath by Speed boat approximately 2 Hrs.

Kadmath Island Beach Resort running by the Lakshadweep Tourism Department SPORTS, 10 Non Ac rooms, 5 STD Ac Rooms, 10 Deluxe AC Rooms and 5 Super Deluxe Air conditioned rooms available at Kadmath Island Beach Resort. 6. Non Ac Huts laying 2 kilometer away from AC Complex

Category of Rooms in Kadmat	Double	Single	Extra Person
AC Super Deluxe Room	11,000	8,000	5,000
AC Deluxe Room	9,000	6,000	4,000
AC Standard Room	7,000	5,000	3,500
Non-AC Standard Room	5,000	3,000	2,500

10 % hike will be applicable in December

Transportation (by High Speed Craft)

Adult	Rs. 4000/- (One Way)
Child	Rs. 2000/- (One Way)

*Boats available to Kadmat(Mon,Wed,Fri) vise versa.

Transportation (by Ship)

First	Rs. 10,000/- (Both Ways)
Second	Rs. 7,500/- (Both Ways)
Pushback/Bunk	Rs. 5,000/- (Both Ways)

*Rates in Indian Rupees Service Tax at applicable rate (4.5%)

Includes:	Excludes:
Airport pickup and drop Inner line permit Heritage fee Island transfer by Speed Boat/Mechanised Boat AC Room /Non AC Room as per your choice All meals (Morning Tea-Breakfast-Luch and Dinner) Internal conveyance	Watersports Local Tour Camera fee Travel Insurance Personal nature expenses/Beverage or anything which is not in inclusion part S. Tax

BANGARAM ISLAND

Bangaram located between 10°- 56* North Latitude 72°- 17* East longitude, located 459 kms, from Cochin and the land area is 2.30. Sq. kms. the climate of the island is warm round the year.Rainfall is limited and the temparature during the monsoon is 25-27 ° C. BANGARAM is uninhabited. It is surrounded by a shallow lagoon enclosed by coral reef. It has been ranked among the best gateways of the world. Here the sun, sand and surf in harmony casting a spell on the visitor. It offers utmost privacy unpolluted comfort with crystal clear water. Sparkling coral reef and blue lagoon perform magic on the soul searching traveler. It’s a place where Hemingway would create a classic or a Van Gogh would paint a masterpiece. And who knows the muse may inspire one to create too. A matchless sense of well being takes over and one begins to discover the graceful fishes, porcupines, parrots, puffer fishes, hermit crabs and sea birds on the vast 120 acres of lush coconut groves in BANGARAM. There are numerous adventures like scuba diving, beach games

Accommodations available at Bangaram Island:
Only Non AC beach Tents available at Bangaram. Bangaram Island Beach Tent running by the Lakshadweep Tourism Department SPORTS, 10 Non AC Beach tents available at Bangaram Island for tourists.

Entry Permit: An Entry permit needs to visit all Lakshadweep Islands. To arrange this forward your Name, Age, Gender and Food Preference (Veg or Non Veg) to our email.

How to Reach:

By Air India up to Agatti Island and from Agatti Island by Speed boat to Bangaram Island.
By Ship from Kochi/Beypore/Mangalore to Agatti Island and by, it is not daily service and available as per published schedule.
And from Agatti by Speed boat and Helicopter transfer available to Bangaram.
Helicopter transfer will be on Monday, Wednesday & Friday (weekly three days). Accordingly, the tourists may book their flight tickets for onward and return journey from Kochi to Agatti and back to Kochi, after reserving their accommodation at Banagaram.
Speed Boat Charges for both ways travel to Bangaram will be Rs.4000/- Per Head.

Category of Rooms in Bangaram	Double	Single	Extra Person
Tents In Bangaram	10,000	8,000	4,000
Cottage In Bangaram (Non AC only)	15,000	10,000	7,000

10 % hike will be applicable in December

Transportation To Bangaram (by Boat)

Adult	Rs. 2000/- (One Way)
Child	Rs. 1000/- (One Way)

*Boats available to Bangaram in all days.

*Rates in Indian Rupees Service Tax at applicable rate (4.5%)

Includes:	Excludes:
Airport pickup and drop Inner line permit Heritage fee Island transfer by Speed Boat/Mechanised Boat NON AC Tent with attach toilet /Cottage as per your choice All meals (Morning Tea-Breakfast-Luch and Dinner) Internal conveyance	Watersports Local Tour Camera fee Travel Insurance Personal nature expenses/Beverage or anything which is not in inclusion part S. Tax

THINNAKARA ISLAND

Thinnakara island is situated just opposite side of Bangaram island and share the vast lagoon and coralline banks, the actual lagoon area amounts to 125.21 Sq kms. On the north-south edge of the lagoon Parali (i); Parali (ii) are situated. Thinnakara is a tiny teardrop shaped island which lies 8 km northeast from Agatti, where the airport is located. The panorama encompasses magnificent lagoons, sylvan sea shores, sun drenched sand and the enchantment of swaying palms, spectacular marine flora and fauna, and All these harmonies to form a colorful kaleidoscope typical of an archipelago paradise. During the nights, phosphorescent plankton washed ashore on the coral sands imparts a blue glow to the beach which is totally enchanting. Thinnakara Island opened for international tourists, accommodation facility available in the beach seashore well managed Tent is available, nonstop thrilling activities available at Thinnakara. Famous scuba diving sport at Thinnakara, Bangaram can visit by sailing boat, kayaking, speed boat, snorkeling etc.

Category of Rooms in Thinnakara	Double	Single	Extra Person
Tents In Bangaram	10,000	8,000	4,000

10 % hike will be applicable in December

Transportation To Thinnakara (by Boat)

Adult	Rs. 2500/- (One Way)
Child	Rs. 1500/- (One Way)

*Boats available to Thinnakara in all days.

*Rates in Indian Rupees Service Tax at applicable rate (4.5%)

Includes:	Excludes:
Airport pickup and drop Inner line permit Heritage fee Island transfer by Speed Boat/Mechanised Boat NON AC Tent with attach toilet All meals (Morning Tea-Breakfast-Luch and Dinner) Internal conveyance	Watersports Local Tour Camera fee Travel Insurance Personal nature expenses/Beverage or anything which is not in inclusion part S. Tax

Some Guidelines while on Lakshadweep Islands

All Passengers to hold a valid identity card ( Voters ID / Passport / Driving License)
The reporting time is 09.30 am. At First Floor, Lakshadweep Wharf, Opp. FCI Gowdon Willingdon Island, Kochi-3
The scheduled ship departure time is 02.00 pm, however the exact time of departure may vary.
While on the ship, a representative of SPORTS has been specially designated to assist you. In case of any difficulty, please avail of his services.
Please note that ships cannot dock at the islands. The facility to dock the ship is not available on all islands. The passengers will be transferred into boats, which will take them to the island.
The person availing the ship packages should be in sound health.
Avoid usage of plastic on the islands.
Please carry sunscreen lotion, umbrellas, caps, etc. as it may be very hot.
Carry a first-aid kit as per your family’s requirements.
Carry your special brand cigarettes, cosmetics etc. for use, as only ordinary varieties are available on the islands.
Do not litter the land or the water.
Do not pick up corals as souvenirs. It is a punishable offense.
Do not carry narcotics or drugs. It is prohibited.
Do not use alcoholic drink, intoxicants while on the islands and on the ship.
Swimming or sunbathing un-clothed is strictly prohibited.
Do not go out of your island lagoon without permission of the SPORTS authorities and without a proper escort - it can be risky.
Do not pluck tender coconuts yourself. The trees are privately owned and unauthorizedplucking of coconuts is a theft For the Weekend, Lakshadweep Samundram and Coral Reef packages – as you will be spending the full day on the island. Please carry some extra clothes / towels for wash and Change, as the facility to wash and change is available on the island.
It is better to arrive one day prior to departure from Cochin to avoid last minute delays.
Avoid booking return journey on the day of arrival back at Cochin. Ships arrival timing is subject to weather conditions, current port clearance etc.
Mobile: - Only BSNL has range on the islands. Kavaratti and Agatti Airtel available.