About this Lakshadweep Samudram Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days from Kochi Package
The Samudram cruise on the government ship M.V. Kavaratti sails from Kochi to three islands – Kavaratti, Kalpeni and Minicoy – with island tours and lunch ashore by day and nights on board in an AC cabin.
Pickup and drop are in Kochi. The price is a fixed price per person including the cruise, all meals, island tours and the entry permit – the calculator shows the total for your group.
Day-wise plan – Day 1: Kochi Pickup → Permit Check → Board the Ship (M.V. Kavaratti); Day 2: Kavaratti Island · Lagoon, Aquarium & Snorkelling; Day 3: Kalpeni Island · Koomel Beach & Kayaking; Day 4: Minicoy Island · Lighthouse, Tuna Factory & Lava Dance; Day 5: Arrive Kochi → Airport / Station Drop.
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Lakshadweep Samudram Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days from Kochi – Quick Facts
| 🗓️ Duration | 4 Nights / 5 Days |
|---|---|
| 💰 Price | ₹42,000 per person |
| 📍 Pickup / Drop | Kochi (airport / railway station / hotel) |
| 🏨 Night stay | On board M.V. Kavaratti × 4 |
| 🌤️ Best time | October – May: calm sea and clear lagoons – season; June – September: monsoon – ships and boat trips are limited |
Lakshadweep Samudram Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days from Kochi – Short Itinerary
- DAY 1Kochi Pickup → Permit Check → Board the Ship (M.V. Kavaratti)approx. 15 kmevening
- DAY 2Kavaratti Island · Lagoon, Aquarium & Snorkellingapprox. 404 kmfull day
- DAY 3Kalpeni Island · Koomel Beach & Kayakingapprox. 112 kmfull day
- DAY 4Minicoy Island · Lighthouse, Tuna Factory & Lava Danceapprox. 200 kmfull day
- DAY 5Arrive Kochi → Airport / Station Dropapprox. 440 kmmorning
Route Map – Lakshadweep Samudram Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days from Kochi
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🧭 Map drawn from real map coordinates (north is up). 📏 km = approx. distance from the nearest night stay. Red dots = night stay. Lines across the sea are the ship / boat routes. Tap a day to highlight its route.
Day-wise Detail Itinerary with Distance & Time
DAY 1Kochi Pickup → Permit Check → Board the Ship (M.V. Kavaratti)
approx. 15 kmevening▼
Pickup from Kochi airport, railway station or hotel and transfer to the Willingdon Island passenger terminal. Permit and security check, board the M.V. Kavaratti and sail overnight into the Arabian Sea:
- Samudram Cruise Ship · M.V. Kavaratti · from Kochi
Government passenger ship of Lakshadweep (SPORTS) – AC cabins, meals on board, island tours by day.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Kochi airport → Willingdon Island | approx. 40 km | 1.5 hrs |
| Check-in & boarding | Kochi wharf | 2 hrs |
| Sailing to Kavaratti | approx. 400 km by sea | overnight |
🎟️ Monument entry fees today (per person, not included in the package)
| Monument | 🇮🇳 Indian | 🌍 Foreigner |
|---|---|---|
| Samudram Cruise ShipIndians only | Included | — |
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in On board M.V. Kavaratti
DAY 2Kavaratti Island · Lagoon, Aquarium & Snorkelling
approx. 404 kmfull day▼
Morning arrival at Kavaratti. Boat to the shore for the marine aquarium, museum and the Ujra mosque, lunch ashore and snorkelling / glass-bottom boat in the lagoon. Back on board for the night:
- Kavaratti Lagoon · Capital island
Marine aquarium, museum, Ujra mosque and snorkelling in the calm lagoon.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Ship → Kavaratti jetty (boat) | approx. 2 km | 30 min |
| Island tour & lagoon | Kavaratti | 6 hrs |
| Sailing to Kalpeni | approx. 110 km by sea | overnight |
🎟️ Monument entry fees today (per person, not included in the package)
| Monument | 🇮🇳 Indian | 🌍 Foreigner |
|---|---|---|
| Kavaratti Lagoonglass-bottom boat included | Included | — |
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in On board M.V. Kavaratti
DAY 3Kalpeni Island · Koomel Beach & Kayaking
approx. 112 kmfull day▼
A day at Kalpeni – the Koomel beach, kayaking and snorkelling in the lagoon with its three islets, and lunch ashore. Back on board for the night:
- Kalpeni Koomel Beach · Kalpeni
Lagoon with three small islets – kayaking, snorkelling and the Koomel beach.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Ship → Kalpeni (boat) | approx. 2 km | 30 min |
| Koomel beach, kayaking & snorkelling | Kalpeni | 6 hrs |
| Sailing to Minicoy | approx. 200 km by sea | overnight |
🎟️ Monument entry fees today (per person, not included in the package)
| Monument | 🇮🇳 Indian | 🌍 Foreigner |
|---|---|---|
| Kalpeni Koomel Beachkayaking included | Included | — |
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in On board M.V. Kavaratti
DAY 4Minicoy Island · Lighthouse, Tuna Factory & Lava Dance
approx. 200 kmfull day▼
Minicoy, the southernmost island – climb the 1885 lighthouse, see the tuna canning factory and a village with the Lava folk dance. Sail back to Kochi overnight:
- Minicoy Lighthouse · Minicoy · 1885
Old British lighthouse with a top view of the lagoon, the tuna factory and the Lava dance.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Ship → Minicoy (boat) | approx. 2 km | 30 min |
| Lighthouse, tuna factory & village | Minicoy | 6 hrs |
| Sailing to Kochi | approx. 420 km by sea | overnight |
🎟️ Monument entry fees today (per person, not included in the package)
| Monument | 🇮🇳 Indian | 🌍 Foreigner |
|---|---|---|
| Minicoy Lighthouse | Included | — |
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in On board M.V. Kavaratti
DAY 5Arrive Kochi → Airport / Station Drop
approx. 440 kmmorning▼
Morning arrival at Kochi, disembark and drop at the airport, railway station or hotel:
- Samudram Cruise Ship · M.V. Kavaratti · from Kochi
Government passenger ship of Lakshadweep (SPORTS) – AC cabins, meals on board, island tours by day.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Kochi wharf → airport drop | approx. 40 km | 1.5 hrs |
🎟️ Monument entry fees today (per person, not included in the package)
| Monument | 🇮🇳 Indian | 🌍 Foreigner |
|---|---|---|
| Samudram Cruise ShipIndians only | Included | — |
Tour ends with happy memories.
Lakshadweep Samudram Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days from Kochi – Price per Person 2026
| 🎫 Package price (per person × persons) | |
| 🛏️ Single room supplement (1 person) | |
| 🏨 Kochi hotel night before the cruise (per person, twin sharing) | |
| 🫧 Scuba try dive (per person) |
💡 Fixed price per person on twin sharing, approx. 2026 rates – ship schedules and tariffs are set by SPORTS / the Lakshadweep administration and are confirmed when you book. 🔒 Fixed rates – no bargaining please 😊. 20% advance confirms booking, balance before departure.
Hotels in On board M.V. Kavaratti
| Category | On board M.V. Kavaratti (4N) | Meal Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Hotel name | MAP |
| Deluxe (3★) | Hotel name | MAP |
| Super Deluxe | Hotel name | MAP |
| Premium (4★) | Hotel name | MAP |
MAP = Breakfast + Dinner. Hotels shown are "or similar". Nights are on board the M.V. Kavaratti in a 2-berth AC cabin (Diamond class). Check-in 12 noon, check-out 10 AM. Early check-in subject to availability. Hotel photos and options shared on WhatsApp.
Inclusions – What the Package Includes
- Pickup and drop in Kochi
- Samudram cruise on M.V. Kavaratti – Diamond class AC cabin (twin sharing)
- All meals on board and lunch ashore
- Island tours at Kavaratti, Kalpeni and Minicoy with boat transfers
- Glass-bottom boat, snorkelling and kayaking as per the island programme
- Lakshadweep entry permit
Exclusions – Not Included
- Travel to Kochi and a hotel in Kochi (in the calculator)
- Scuba diving (in the calculator).
- Police clearance certificate (from your local police station).
- Any Kind of Personal Expenses, drinks and tips.
- Travel insurance.
- Extra cost if the ship / flight is cancelled or changed by the administration or weather.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join?
Indian citizens with the entry permit (we apply for it – you send Aadhaar, photos and a police clearance certificate at least 30 days before). Foreigners can visit only Agatti, Bangaram and Kadmat with a separate permit.
When is the season?
October to May. The ship schedule and island landings depend on the sea – June to September is the monsoon.
What is the cost of the Lakshadweep Samudram Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days from Kochi package?
The Lakshadweep Samudram Cruise 4 Nights / 5 Days from Kochi package costs ₹42,000 per person on twin sharing. The calculator shows the total for your group.
Is the price per person?
Yes – these are fixed prices per person on twin sharing. The calculator shows the total for your group; a single person pays the single supplement.
Are flights included?
The Samudram cruise starts in Kochi. For Agatti packages the Kochi – Agatti flights (approx. ₹14,000 return) can be added in the calculator.
How much advance is needed?
20% advance with the permit documents; the cruise / flight tickets are paid in full when confirmed.
What is the best time for this trip?
October – May: calm sea and clear lagoons – season. June – September: monsoon – ships and boat trips are limited.
How do I reach Kochi?
By air – Alliance Air flights from Kochi to Agatti. By ship – Government passenger ships from Kochi (14 – 18 hrs).
What should I carry?
Light cotton clothes and swimwear; Sunscreen and hat; Aadhaar and the police clearance certificate.