Is January a good time to visit Kavaratti?

Kavaratti scores 5/5 in January. Peak season — calm lagoon, best visibility, all water sports.

Is Kavaratti safe for kids in January?

Yes, Kavaratti is rated 3/5 for families.

January · Lakshadweep

Kavaratti

5/5 · Peak Season

5/5

Peak Season

Kavaratti in January

Lakshadweep, India

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Peak season — calm lagoon, best visibility, all water sports

Why January scores 5/5

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Weather

Peak season — calm lagoon, best visibility, all water sports

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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

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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

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Network

JIO: No, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: No. ONLY BSNL works. 2G mostly. Very slow data. Carry offline entertainment.

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Kids

Kid-friendly (3/5) — Calm lagoon safe for swimming, Marine aquarium educational, Glass-bottom boats fun for all ages

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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
Januaryviewing	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.
December	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

Difficulty

easy

Budget tier

mid-range

Permits required

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