Minicoy Island
Lakshadweep · 2m
Southernmost island with a 300-year-old lighthouse, Maldivian culture, and tuna fishing heritage
Why Special
Culturally distinct — closer to Maldives than mainland India. 300-year-old lighthouse (built 1885). Famous for Lava dance during festivals. Tuna canning is the main industry. Beautiful lagoon but very remote — 9hr ship from Kochi via other islands.
Who Should Think Twice
Infrastructure concerns
Only basic medical (PHC) — serious cases need referral
BSNL only — limited signal, no 4G data
Difficult last-mile access
Festivals & Events
Lava Dance Festival
JanJanuary (during festivals)
Traditional Lava dance performed by men in colorful costumes. Unique to Minicoy.
Only performed in Minicoy. Maldivian heritage.
Infrastructure Reality
Network Coverage
BSNL only. Intermittent.
Medical & Emergency
Hospital: PHC Minicoy — 1 doctor. Serious: evacuate to Kochi (ship 20hr or emergency airlift). (1 km)
Ambulance: None
Police: 100
Getting There
Kochi: ship 20-24hr (longest route). Or Agatti flight + inter-island ship 8-10hr.
Public transport: Government inter-island ships
Fuel & Stay
Fuel: Small depot in village
Stay: ₹800–2,000/night
2+ options (tourist-huts, government-guest-house)
Helpline: Minicoy police
How to Reach
Meet the Locals
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