Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Marine Wealth Awareness Program

Marine Wealth Awareness Program

Marine Wealth Awareness Programme covers a 3 -7 days stay package to Kadmatisland to experience the richness and beauty of marine life. By air is the easiest way to reach Kadmath. Air India servicing from Bangalore-Kochi-Agatti everyday except Sunday. A special arranged Speed boat service available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday to connect Agatti and Kadmath. Tourist are requested to book their flight accordingly after reserving their accommodation at Kadmath. Sea passage is by M.V Arabian sea, M.V. Lakshadweepsea, M.V Amindivi,M.V Minicoy and M.V Kavaratti. This can be possible as per the published schedule . One can spend 2-5 fun filled days on the island, Swimming, Snorkeling and Kayaking are included in water sports. A full-fledged water sports institute is functional at Kadmat. The more adventurous can indulge in scuba diving, wind surfing and para sailing. The charges for the package are as under. 
Located between 11o 13o North Latitudes and 72o 47o east Longitudes, 407 km away from Kochi.
Kadmath is 8 km long and only 550 meters wide at its broadest point. In addition to the beautiful shallow lagoon on the west, which is ideal for water sports, there is a narrow lagoon on the east.
The main attractions are the long sandy beaches and sand banks on the southern tip. Tourist huts built amidst palm groves facing the lagoon allow soaking in the pristine beauty of the ecosystem. Kayaks, sailing boats, pedal boats, skiing boats and glass-bottomed boats are available on hire.
A Water Sports Institute functions on the island. Marine Wealth Awareness Package allows spend 2-4 days on the island enjoying the rich bounty of nature. Kadmath has emerged as one of the most beautiful dive centers in India.
Variety of fishes like rays, sharks, and clear water with 20-50 meter visibility makes it an unparalleled dive
Accommodation available at Kadmath
Kadmath Island Beach Resort running by the Lakshadweep Tourism Department SPORTS, 10 Non Ac rooms, 5 Ac cottage Rooms, 10 Deluxe AC Rooms and 5 Super Deluxe Air conditioned rooms available at Kadmath Island Beach Resort.

How to Reach
1.      Daily except Sunday Air India connecting Bangalore-Kochi-Agatti.
2.      Special arranged Speed boat connecting Agatti-Kadmath on Monday, Wednesday & Friday (weekly three days). Accordingly, the tourists may book their flight tickets for onward and return journey after reserving their accommodation at Kadmath.
3.      For the group 6 and above will arrange Speed boat any day.
4.      Transportation to Kadmath by Speed boat approximately 2 Hrs.

Package cost includes
v  Entry Permit and Heritage fee.
v  Welcome drinks.
v  Airport pickup and drop at Agatti.
v  Agatti-Kadmath-Agatti speed boat charges.
v  Accommodation at Kadmath Beach Resort.
v  All 3 time meals [breakfast Lunch and Dinner] morning and evening tea or coffee.
v  All the Government taxes.
v  Documentation Charges. 
v  Our personal assistance on the ship and Island.
Package cost excludes
v  Kochi Agatti Kochi flight ticket.
v  All other Water sports like Kayaking Snorkelling and glass boat etc.
v  Under Water Scuba Diving.
v  All other personal expenses like Shopping, sightseeing etc.

Thinks to do
Enjoy the abundant coral growths; get involved in water sports like diving and snorkeling; swim along the some of the best swimming beaches in the world; go for deep sea fishing; water scooter, diving; Dolphin watch, Turtle watch, Parasailing and many more.

 



Lakshadweep Samudram Package

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.

Package include
1. First class cabin accommodation
2. All 3 time meals [breakfast Lunch and Dinner] morning and evening tea or coffee
3. Welcome drink at the island.
4. All 3 island sightseeing.
5. Water sports Kayaking Snorkeling and glass boat 1 time 
6. Entry permit and Entry Ticket
7. Compliment T Shirts and Caps
8.  All the Government taxes.
9. Our personal assistance on the ship and Island

Note: Under water scuba diving is not included if required guest can avail at paying Rs 1900 per dive at dive center of Lakshadweep Tourism.


Day 1. Departure Kochi
Request to report First Floor, Lakshadweep Wharf and Passenger facilitation center at wellington island Kochi on Departure date.  Boarding time will start 9:30 am to 11:00 am . Please be in patient while in queue for check in , All Passengers including children's  mandatory to carry photo id cards .After the security check in you will be  transported by bus to Wharf and board to MV Kavarathi. 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.
13:00 to 13:45 Lunch (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg) , 15:30 to 16:00 Evening Tea with Snacks , 20:00 to 20:45 Dinner (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg)
Day 2. Arrival First Island as per Schedule
Request you to finish your morning chores  very early , Morning tea will be serve 06.00 to 06.30, Break fast 07.00 to 07.30 onboard  07.30 to 08.00 Disembarkation (Follow the announcement on board)  , 08:00 to 09:00 reception with welcome drinks , 09:00 to 13:00 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 , 20:00 to 20:45 Dinner (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg)
Day 3. Arrival Second Island as per Schedule
Request you to finish your morning chores  very early , Morning tea will be serve 06.00 to 06.30, Break fast 07.00 to 07.30 onboard  07.30 to 08.00 Disembarkation (Follow the announcement on board)  , 08:00 to 09:00 reception with welcome drinks , 09:00 to 13:00 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 , 20:00 to 20:45 Dinner (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg)

Day 4. Arrival Third Island as per Schedule
Request you to finish your morning chores  very early , Morning tea will be serve 06.00 to 06.30, Break fast 07.00 to 07.30 onboard  07.30 to 08.00 Disembarkation (Follow the announcement on board)  , 08:00 to 09:00 reception with welcome drinks , 09:00 to 13:00 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 , 20:00 to 20:45 Dinner (Buffet separately for veg and Non Veg)
Day 5. Arrival Kochi
Morning tea will be serve 06.00 to 06.30, Break fast 07.00 to 07.30 onboard, Collect you LTC/LTA Certificate from the SPORTS Manager Onboard  10.30 to 12.00 Disembarkation (Follow the announcement on board) 

Lakshadweep Samudram Package 2015-2016 Departure Dates

Dep. Kochi
Ship
Arr. Kochi
Days
Islands
Adult Rate
Child Rate
Status
18-Sep-2015
M.V Kavarathi
22-Sep-2015
4N 5D
KVT-KDT-KLP
25,875/-
18,630/-
Available
25-Sep-2015
M.V Kavarathi
29-Sep-2015
4N 5D
KLP-KDT-KVT
25,875/-
18,630/-
Available
October 2015
04-Oct-2015
M.V Kavarathi
08-Oct-2014
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
25,875/-
18,630/-
Available
10-Oct-2015
M.V Kavarathi
14-Oct-2015
4N 5D
KVT-KLP-MCY
25,875/-
18,630/-
Available
16-Oct-2015
M.V Kavarathi
20-Oct-2015
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
22-Oct-2015
M.V Kavarathi
26-Oct-2015
4N 5D
KVT-KLP-MCY
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
29-Oct-2015
M.V Kavarathi
02-Nov-2015
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
November 2015
M.V Kavarathi
08-Nov-2015
4N 5D
KVT-KLP-MCY
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
10-Nov-2015
M.V Kavarathi
14-Nov-2015
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
16-Nov-2015
M.V Kavarathi
20-Nov-2015
4N 5D
KVT-KLP-MCY
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
23-Nov-2015
M.V Kavarathi
27-Nov-2015
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
29-Nov-2015
M.V Kavarathi
03-Dec-2015
4N 5D
KVT-KLP-MCY
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
December 2015
06-Dec-2015
M.V Kavarathi
10-Dec-2015
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
28,463 /-
20,493/-
Available
12-Dec-2015
M.V Kavarathi
16-Dec-2015
4N 5D
KVT-KLP-MCY
28,463 /-
20,493/-
Available
19-Dec-2015
M.V Kavarathi
23-Dec-2015
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
28,463 /-
20,493/-
Available
26-Dec-2015
M.V Kavarathi
30-Dec-2015
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
28,463 /-
20,493/-
Available
01-Jan-2016
M.V Kavarathi
05-Jan-2016
4N 5D
MCY-KLP-KVT
25,875/-
18,630/-
Waitlist
07-Jan-2016
M.V Kavarathi
11-Jan-2016
4N 5D
KVT-KLP-MCY
25,875/-
18,630/-
Available

Package Guidelines

Some Guidelines while on Lakshadweep Island
  • All Passengers to hold a valid identity card (Voters ID / Passport / Driving License).
  • The reporting time is 10.00 am, at First Floor, Lakshadweep Wharf, Opp. FCI Gowdon, Indira Gandhi Road, Willington Island, Kochi-3 for Kochi departures.
  • 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 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.
  • For the Silver Sand Package, Samundram Package and Coral Reef packages – as you will be spending the full day on the island. Please carry some extra clothes / towels for wash and 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, Mangalore, and Beypore 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.

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 and in the ship as well.
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.

For Booking

Forward your filled Application or Name, Age, Gender and Food Preference (Veg or Non Veg) to our email lactours@gmail.com
Please deposit package cost to our Bank mentioned below as NEFT, Cash Deposit, and Online Transfer