Kadmat Island is a part of the Amimdivi group of islands of the Lakshadweep archipelago. The island is a popular tourist destination located outside the mainland of India in the Arabian Sea. Kadmat Island is known for marine turtles and coral reefs. Spread up to approximately 9 kilometers, the island is also known as Cardamom Island. Besides the enigmatic views, this travel getaway is also known for multiple water adventure sports such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and sailing.
If you have a plan to explore wonderful vistas of nature and actively participate in water sports then you must not give a miss this amazing travel destination. The stunning skies and the spectacular hues of the ocean are what make this island worth exploring around. Besides, it is also a very charming Instagrammable spot.
The Winter season is great to visit and explore Kadmat island. Between October and May, one can enjoy the weather and the place to the fullest. Visiting the island in summer or monsoon season is not advisable because of humidity and hide tides in the Arabian sea.
History of Kadmat Island
There is nothing noteworthy documented in the history books about Kadmat island. All that is known, is that most of the islands of the Lakshadweep archipelago have long been uninhabited. After India’s independence, when Lakshadweep was granted the status of Union Territory, people started settling in some of the islands and Kadmat is one of them. Later, the entire Lakshadweep developed as a tourist spot and today it's a popular honeymoon destination.
Kadmat island also has a lagoon on its west side that is approx 2km wide at the broadest point. This lagoon offers a safe ground for many water sports. The long sandy beaches and tourist huts along the shore make this place a paradise for nature lovers. The island has been granted the tag of being a marine protected area by the Ministry of Environment and Forests. As per this official notification the natural resources, plants, and animals of Kadmat Island are entitled to be conserved.
Major Attractions in and Around Kadmat Island
1. Kadmat Beach
This beach is a great place for tourists who are looking to spend their vacation in the lap of nature amidst the calming sounds of waves and lush greenery at the shore. Witnessing sunrise and sunset here is truly an experience of a lifetime.
2. Water Sports and Fishing
Tourists can indulge in numerous adventure water sports such as snorkeling, scuba diving, boat ride in glass-bottomed boats and even fishing in the deep seawater.
3. Golden Jubilee Museum
This is the only museum in the entire Lakshadweep and is located on Agatti Island. Wooden chests, antique jars, mini coy sailboats, and gold coins that have been collected from the shores of the islands are displayed in the museum. Locals claim that these antique items belong to the ancient voyagers.
How to Reach
Kadmat Island is a beautiful Lakshadweep Island and is a must-visit if you want to experience something truly unique. As this island is located in Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea, one can only visit the place by two modes of transportation i.e either by air or by water.
By Air
Agatti Airport is the nearest airport to reach the island which is further connected to the Cochin International Airport on the Indian mainland. Thus, to reach Kadmat Island, first, you will need to deboard at Cochin International Airport (COK) and from there take another flight to the Agatti Airport. The Cochin International Airport was the first airport that was developed under the Public and Private Partnership model. With good flight connectivity from major Indian cities, several prominent carriers travel at a good frequency.
- From Bengaluru - Board AirAsia, IndiGo, Spicejet flights from Bengaluru Airport. The airfares start from INR 2,000-INR 3,000
- From Mysuru - Board Air India flights from Mysuru Airport. The airfares are starting from INR 1,200
- From Pune - Board IndiGo, Vistara flights from Pune Airport. The airfares start from INR 2,000 - INR 3,000
By Water
From Agatti Island, one is required to cover the remaining distance in a boat or a ship which will roughly take 4 hours to take you to Kadmat island. The rates of these vessels can depend on which island you want to go to. However, during the monsoon season, water transportation is closed but helicopter services are available.
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