Peak Season
Kavaratti in December
Lakshadweep, India
Peak season. Book permits well ahead.
Why December scores 5/5
Weather
Peak season. Book permits well ahead.
Roads & Access
self drive: N/A — no roads to drive. public transport: Inter-island boats (government schedule). from nearest city: Kochi: ship 14-18hr (₹2,000-6,000) or Agatti flight (1.5hr) + boat 1hr. Ships: MV Kavaratti, MV Lakshadweep Sea.. last km difficulty: moderate
Safety & Emergency
rescue: Indian Coast Guard: 1554. helpline: Lakshadweep Police: 04896-262258. ambulance: 108. nearest hospital: Indira Gandhi Hospital, Kavaratti — only proper hospital in Lakshadweep
Network
JIO: No, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: No. ONLY BSNL works. 2G mostly. Very slow data. Carry offline entertainment.
Kids
Kid-friendly (3/5) — Calm lagoon safe for swimming, Marine aquarium educational, Glass-bottom boats fun for all ages
Elevation
2m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
- ✓Anyone looking for the best time to visit
Who should think twice
- ✗Anyone needing constant connectivity
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Peak season — calm lagoon, best visibility, all water sports |
| February | 5/5 | Driest month. Crystal clear water. Ideal for snorkeling. |
| March | 5/5 | Still excellent. Warm, dry, clear. |
| April | 4/5 | Getting hot but water still clear. |
| May | 3/5 | Pre-monsoon. Ship schedule may change. |
| June | 1/5 | Southwest monsoon. Ships cancelled. |
| July | 0/5 | Peak monsoon — island cut off |
| August | 0/5 | Monsoon continues |
| September | 1/5 | Monsoon retreating. Ships resume late Sept. |
| October | 3/5 | Post-monsoon. Ships resuming. Green islands. |
| November | 4/5 | Season opening. Pleasant. Good deals. |
| Decemberviewing | 5/5 | Peak season. Book permits well ahead. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Kochi: ship 14-18hr (₹2,000-6,000) or Agatti flight (1.5hr) + boat 1hr. Ships: MV Kavaratti, MV Lakshadweep Sea.. Self-drive: N/A — no roads to drive. Public transport: Inter-island boats (government schedule). Last stretch: moderate
Elevation
2m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
mid-range
Permits required
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