LAKSHADWEEP SAMUDRAM (BY M.V KAVARATTI) Lakshadweep Samudram is a Five-day cruise to visit the islands of Kavaratti, Kalpeni and Minicoy by ship- M.V Kavaratti. The island tour is organized during the day with lunch and refreshments ashore. Nights are spent on board the ship. M.V Kavaratti has 150 Diamond class accommodations. Swimming, snorkeling and other water sports are arranged during the day' tour. Children from 1 year and above up to 10 years will be treated as child. Covering Islands: Kavaratti, Kalpani & Minicoy Duration : 4 Nights & 5 Days Tour highlights & Attractions included; Kavratti island sight seeing Kalpani island sight seeing Minicoy Village visit Water sports activities MV Kavaratti ship have cafeteria, snack bars, doctor on call, entertainments and upper-deck promenade. Ship facilities include three independent galleys, halls, recreation place with a swimming pool and a helipad. While planning your travel itinerary please provide a day at Kochi, both one way to Lakshadweep and on the way back. Ship programs /Itineraries are subject to change without notice due to ships arrival / departure or other unforeseen reasons.
Facilities at Ship M.V.Kavaratti; Video (Manoranjan Hall) Hall First Class Cabin Cafeteria Package rate for Five Days Lakshadweep Samudram Package.(Sep to Nov) (Jan to May), 2015-2016 Class of Accommodation Transportation Cost Tour Charges Tax Total First (Adult) Rs.14,000/- Rs.11,000/- Rs.908/- Rs.25,908/- First (Child) Rs.9,000/- Rs.9,000/- Rs.653/- Rs.18,653/- Tour cost may be changed for next season as per the government norms. Such changes may be applicable for all tourists. 10% tour cost hike is applicable for the month of December. Package include 1. First class cabin accommodation 2. All 3 time meals [Breakfast, lunch and dinner] morning and evening tea or coffee 3. Bus transfer to the ship from the boarding point at Cochin 4. Welcome drink at each island 5. All 3 island sightseeing 6. Water sports Kayaking Snorkeling and glass boat ride 7. Entry permit and heritage fee 8. Documentation & Processing fee 9. All the applicable taxes 10. Our personal assistance on the ship & island
Activities available in Islands Kalpeni: - Snorkeling, Kayaking, Coconut Factory visit and Folk Dance. Kavaratti: - Glass bottomed boat ride, Kayaking, Visit to Fisheries Museum and Folk Dance.
Minicoy: - Kayaking, Light House visit, Village visit and Folk Dance. Day 1 Departure from Kochi There will be regular video show on board the ship. A short instructional video show also will be screened depicting the various facilities available on board the ship and about the rules and regulations to be followed by the tourists on board for their own safety and for the safety of co-passengers. 10:00 to 10:30 Boarding/Embarkation to MV Kavaratti, Inspection of MMD Surveyor and Departure 13:00 to 13:45 Lunch (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg) 15:30 to 16:00 Evening Tea with Snacks Day 2 Arrival First Island as per schedule 07:30 to 08:00 Disembarkation (Follow the announcement on board) 08:00 to 09:00 reception with welcome drinks Water Sports activities 13:00 to 13:45 Lunch in the beach (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg) 14:00 to 15:30 sightseeing 16:00 to 16:30 Evening Tea with Snacks 16:30 to 16:45 Boarding/Embarkation to Ship MV Kavaratti
Day 3 Arrival Second Island as per schedule 07:30 to 08:00 Disembarkation (Follow the announcement on board) 08:00 to 09:00 reception with welcome drinks Water Sports activities 13:00 to 13:45 Lunch in the beach (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg) 14:00 to 15:30 sightseeing 16:00 to 16:30 Evening Tea with Snacks 16:30 to 16:45 Boarding/Embarkation to Ship MV Kavaratti Day 4 Arrival Third Island as per schedule 07:30 to 08:00 Disembarkation (Follow the announcement on board) 08:00 to 09:00 reception with welcome drinks Water Sports activities 13:00 to 13:45 Lunch in the beach (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg) 14:00 to 15:30 sightseeing 16:00 to 16:30 Evening Tea with Snacks 16:30 to 16:45 Boarding/Embarkation to Ship MV Kavaratti Day 5 Arrival Kochi Collect your LTC/LTA Certificate from the Sports Manger, Onboard 10:30 to 12:00 Disembarkation (Follow the announcement on board) And good bye..
Some Guidelines while on Lakshadweep Islands All Passengers to hold a valid identity card ( Voters ID / Passport / Driving License) The reporting time is 09.30 am. At First Floor, Lakshadweep Wharf, Opp. FCI Godwon Willingdon Island, Kochi-3 The scheduled ship departure time is 02.00 p.m, however the exact time of departure may vary. While on the ship, a representative of SPORTS has been specially designated to assist you. In case of any difficulty, please avail of his services. Please note that ships cannot dock at the islands. The facility to dock the ship is not available on all islands. The passengers will be transferred into boats, which will take them to the island. The person availing the ship packages should be in sound health. Avoid usage of plastic on the islands. Please carry sunscreen lotion, umbrellas, caps, etc. as it may be very hot. Carry a first-aid kit as per your family s requirements. Carry your special brand cigarettes, cosmetics etc. for use, as only ordinary varieties are available on the islands. Do not litter the land or the water. Do not pick up corals as souvenirs. It is a punishable offense. Do not carry narcotics or drugs. It is prohibited. Do not use alcoholic drink, intoxicants while on the islands and on the ship. Swimming or sunbathing un-clothed is strictly prohibited. Do not go out of your island lagoon without permission of the SPORTS authorities and without a proper escort - it can be risky. Do not pluck tender coconuts yourself. The trees are privately owned and unauthorized plucking of coconuts is a theft Change, as the facility to wash and change is available on the island. It is better to arrive one day prior to departure from Cochin to avoid last minute delays. Avoid booking return journey on the day of arrival back at Cochin. Ships arrival timing is subject to weather conditions, current port clearance etc. Mobile: - Only BSNL has range on the islands Kavaratti and Agatti Airtel available. *********************************************************************************** PAYMENT POLICY 1. Initial deposit 50% to confirm your booking with us. 2. 100% payment to be made at least 15 days before departure Note: Foreign Nationals should send a copy their Passport and valid Indian visa at the time of booking CANCELLATION POLICY 20% cancellation charge will be deducted if the booking is cancelled 30 days before departure of the ship. 35% cancellation charge will be deducted if the booking is cancelled between 29th to 10th days before departure of the ship. No refund if cancelled within 10 days before the departure of the ship. REFUND POLICY 100% refund if the schedule is cancelled due to unfavorable weather conditions and/or other unexpected technical faults. No damages/claims will be payable except MONEY paid by them.
CONDITIONS Consumption of liquor is prohibited in Lakshadweep. Program / Schedule of ship is liable to be changed / cancelled without prior notice. Ships are operated by Lakshadweep Administration. In case of a change in the ship schedule liability of SPORTS is restricted to transporting the tourists back to Cochin by immediate available conveyance of the ship only. Tourists availing LTC may collect LTC certificate room Manager on board at the time of return journey or from our Kochi office on return. Transport and tour change bifurcation is given in the tariff chart. Service tax applicable as per the prevailing Govt. Tax rate.