Agatti Islands

Another jewel from the Lakshadweep group of islands is the Agatti island known for its blissful beauty of coral reefs. It is situated on one of the coral atolls of Lakshadweep island and is few of the islands from the group that is inhabited by the people. The island stretches over an area of 7.6 km, and it is sparsely populated. The total population of the island is roughly 7,700 as per the 2014 census. However, there is no dearth of the natural beauty on the island.

The white sand beaches with the crystal clear waters of the sea await you the Agatti islands. The small island of the total area of 2.7 sq km is a sheer paradise for the beach lovers and the offbeat travelers. It is also the only island of the Lakshadweep with its airport hence making it easily accessible. It is located at a distance of 459 km from the shores of Kochi.

Tourism in Agatti Island

There aren't any places to visit in the Agatti Island except for the few beaches which are enough to give you an experience of a perfect beach holiday. For the adventure enthusiasts, there are several options of the water sports such as snorkeling, scuba diving and swimming owing to its low tides. Scuba diving is one of the best activities on the island to spot the number of colorful fishes, gorgeous corals, and the unique aquatic animals.

There are only two resorts on the island, hence assuring less disturbance and no commercialisation. To enter the island, the tourists require a special permit which can be availed once you show your confirmed place of stay at the island.