Agatti is located 459 kms. From Cochin, the South West coast of India. It is 6 kms. long and 1000 meters wide at the broadest point. What makes Agatti important is the presence of the only airport on the islands. The flights come to and fro from Cochin, Kerala. It is said to have the most beautiful lagoons on the islands. The view of the sandy beaches, shimmering clear blue waters and the swaying palm trees will let you know that you are in for some spellbinding moments. One can also enjoy fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling and glass bottomed boat rides here. A Medical center operates on the island.

Weather and best time to travel

Agatti is open all through the year however; the best time to travel is October to May. The weather here is cool and pleasant.

How to get there

By Air: The Agatti Aerodrome is the only Airport at Lakshadweep. It is linked with the Cochin International Airport and Dabolim Airport Goa. Other Islands such as Bangaram and Kadamat are connected by a helicopter.

Flights operate 6 days a week. The flight duration is 1 hr 30 mins from Kochi to Agatti.

Indian Airlines - Kochi to Agatti.

Kingfisher Airlines - Bangalore-Kochi-Agatti.

By Ship:

Four passenger ships operate between Cochin and Lakshadweep. The passage takes between 14 to 20 hours.

 MV Tippu Sultan,

MV Bharat Seema,

 MV Amindivi and

MV Minicoy.

Departure time from Kochi 1130 hrs & Arrival in Agatti 10 AM the following day.

Fares Range from INRs. 3000 / USD 100 per person to INRs 1500/ USD 50

To Kavarti / Kadmath / Amini by boat.

What to see

The Golden Jubilee museum showcases traditional Minicoy sailboats (jagdhoni). It is also the best place to know the history of Lakshadweep by looking on the display of olden day jars, pots, wooden chests and invaluable collection of gold coins. On the ground floor of the two floored building, there are two busts of Lord Buddha that are assumed to be from between 9th and 12th AD. These artifacts tell us a lot about the periods before Islam came to Lakshadweep Islands. The museum is open from 10AM till 5PM.

The Mohiyudeen Mosque is the oldest mosque in Lakshadweep that dates back to 16th century. The mosque stands surrounded by grove of palms and magnificently and intricately carved tombstones. Mohiyudeen Mosque is built in the style resembling Malabar Temple. The unique thing about the mosque is that there are no minarets.

Where to stay: A 20-bed tourist complex with all modern amenities has been set up here. The Agatti beach resort is at walking distance from the airport.

Where to eat: Well designed 'THAKKARAM' Restaurant at the Agatti beach resort serves various Indian, Continental, Chinese and Lakshadweep cuisine, buffet, bar-be-que dinner on the beach and coffee shop with terrace, laundry service.

Permits: Indian nationals as well as foreigners need to obtain a permit to visit Agatti.

Nearby places

Bangaram:  

Kavarati