Kadmat Island travel guide
Scuba diving island
Kadmat Island is a scenic coral island in Lakshadweep known for its long sandy beaches clear lagoons and rich marine biodiversity offering excellent opportunities for scuba diving snorkeling and water sports making it a preferred destination for adventure seekers and peaceful tropical escapes.
Best time to visit Kadmat Island
Go Oct–Mar for calm seas and the least rain; Apr is also good but hot. Jun–Aug is the monsoon, with rough seas and most water sports and boat trips shut.
| Month | Verdict | Temperature | Rain | Crowds | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | best | 27–28 °C | 10 mm | high | Calm seas and sunny days; good diving and snorkelling; busy around New Year |
| February | best | 27–28 °C | 5 mm | medium | Dry and sunny with calm seas; good water visibility for snorkelling and diving |
| March | best | 28–28 °C | 15 mm | medium | Warm, sunny and calm; the sun is strong, so plan water time early or late |
| April | good | 29–29 °C | 35 mm | medium | Hot and humid with calm seas; a few showers; holiday visitors start to come |
| May | mixed | 29–30 °C | 180 mm | medium | Monsoon sets in late; rising winds and frequent rain; water sports start to shut |
| June | avoid | 28–29 °C | 420 mm | low | Heavy rain most days and rough seas; boat trips and water sports mostly stop |
| July | avoid | 28–28 °C | 370 mm | low | Heavy rain and rough seas; flights and ships can be disrupted |
| August | avoid | 27–28 °C | 250 mm | low | Rain and rough seas continue; trips are often disrupted |
| September | mixed | 27–28 °C | 190 mm | low | Showers and rough seas linger; tourist services are still limited |
| October | good | 27–28 °C | 140 mm | medium | Rain fades as the monsoon retreats and seas calm; some Diwali crowds |
| November | good | 28–28 °C | 90 mm | medium | Fewer showers and calmer seas; quieter than December |
| December | best | 28–28 °C | 50 mm | high | Dry spells, calm seas and clear water; busy from Christmas to New Year |
How many days to spend in Kadmat Island
Two days cover the long beaches and the lagoon, with a snorkelling or dive outing on the reef; a third leaves time for kayaking and other water sports.
How to reach Kadmat Island
- By air: Agatti (AGX) — The only airport in Lakshadweep; transfer arranged with booking
- By ferry: Kochi–Lakshadweep passenger ships — Government passenger ships sail from Kochi to the inhabited islands; sailings vary, so confirm with your booking.
Getting around
A narrow island 9.3 km long. Local transport is limited, so arrange transfers, diving and water sports through your booking.
Things to do in Kadmat Island
- Bangaram South Beach Road — Bangaram Beach (4 h)
- Agatti Beach V58V+Q56 — Agatti Beach (3 h · Free entry)
- Kavaratti Beach HJCP+3MW — Kavaratti Beach (3 h · Free entry)
- Kadmat Island Beach Resort — Kadmat Beach
- Agatti Lagoon V6H2+7QV — Lagoon Reef
- Coral Pearl, Lakshadweep - IHCL SeleQtions — Coral Reef Area
- Marine Aquarium and Museum — Marine Aquarium (1.5 h · ₹15)
- Sunset Photography Point, Kavaratti GJR9+HCW — Sunset Point
- Diving Point V59P+77 — Diving Point
- Ujra Mosque — Ujra Mosque (45 min · Free entry)
- Bluetide Water Sports — Water Sports Zone (3 h · Paid entry)
- W7XP+3VH — Sandbank Stretch
- Turtle Nest Resort — Turtle Watching Zone
- Tinnakara — Thinnakara Island (5 h · Paid entry)
- Amini — Amini Beach
- Kiltan Light House — Kiltan Beach
- Sunset Photography Point, Kavaratti — Sunset Beach (2 h · Free entry)
- Agatti Airport R5HH+6PV — Airport Viewpoint
- Bitra — Bitra Beach
- Fisheries jetty — Fishing Jetty
- AGATTI — Fishing Zone (8 h)
- Agatti Island — Lagoon Diving Spot (4 h · Free entry)
- Palmtown Residency and Travels — Palm Beach Stretch
- Island Harbor V55V+29G — Island Harbor
- LAK SCUBA — Scuba Training Zone (3 h · Paid entry)
Food to try in Kadmat Island
- Tuna curry and fried tuna — Tuna is the main catch of the islands and coconut goes into most dishes
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kadmat Island?
Go Oct–Mar for calm seas and the least rain; Apr is also good but hot. Jun–Aug is the monsoon, with rough seas and most water sports and boat trips shut.
How many days are enough for Kadmat Island?
2–3 days. Two days cover the long beaches and the lagoon, with a snorkelling or dive outing on the reef; a third leaves time for kayaking and other water sports.
How do I reach Kadmat Island?
By air: Agatti (AGX) — The only airport in Lakshadweep; transfer arranged with booking. By ferry: Kochi–Lakshadweep passenger ships — Government passenger ships sail from Kochi to the inhabited islands; sailings vary, so confirm with your booking..
What are the top things to do in Kadmat Island?
Bangaram South Beach Road, Agatti Beach V58V+Q56, Kavaratti Beach HJCP+3MW, Kadmat Island Beach Resort, Agatti Lagoon V6H2+7QV, Coral Pearl, Lakshadweep - IHCL SeleQtions.
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Guide checked on 2026-10-06.