Andrott travel guide
Island destination
A peaceful coral island in Lakshadweep known for beaches lagoons and marine biodiversity offering relaxing and scenic travel experiences.
Best time to visit Andrott
Go Dec–Mar for calm seas and little rain; Nov also works. Jun–Sep is the rough-sea monsoon, with rain into Oct.
| Month | Verdict | Temperature | Rain | Crowds | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | best | 24–30 °C | 10 mm | low | Warm and mostly dry; calm seas |
| February | best | 25–31 °C | 0 mm | low | Driest month; calm seas |
| March | good | 26–32 °C | 5 mm | low | Hot and humid; seas still calm |
| April | mixed | 26–33 °C | 25 mm | low | Hot and humid; showers begin |
| May | mixed | 26–33 °C | 130 mm | low | Pre-monsoon rain; seas turn rough |
| June | avoid | 25–30 °C | 400 mm | low | Heavy monsoon; rough seas |
| July | avoid | 24–30 °C | 490 mm | low | Heaviest rain of the year; rough seas |
| August | avoid | 25–30 °C | 240 mm | low | Heavy rain; rough seas |
| September | avoid | 25–30 °C | 180 mm | low | Monsoon continues; rough seas |
| October | mixed | 25–30 °C | 170 mm | low | Rain on most days as the monsoon withdraws |
| November | good | 24–30 °C | 130 mm | low | Showers easing; seas calmer |
| December | best | 24–31 °C | 90 mm | low | Mostly dry; calm seas |
How many days to spend in Andrott
Andrott is a small inhabited coral island; a day or two is enough to see it. Other islands are 70 km or more away by sea, so plan them as separate legs.
How to reach Andrott
- By air: Agatti (AGX) — Only airport in Lakshadweep; Andrott is a further sea trip
- By ferry: Passenger ships from Kochi — Ships sail from Kochi to the inhabited islands; check Andrott sailings and your permit when booking.
Getting around
The island is small, so most places are within walking or cycling distance. Travel to other islands is by boat.
Things to do in Andrott
- Kalpeni Northtip Beach 4M32+2JJ — Kalpeni Beach (3 h · Free entry)
- Cheriyam Island 3J9J+FF6 — Tilakkam Island
- Cheriyum — Cheriyam Island (3 h)
- Andrott — Andrott Beach
- Pitti Lagoon Beach 3JFH+HH — Snorkeling Point
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Andrott?
Go Dec–Mar for calm seas and little rain; Nov also works. Jun–Sep is the rough-sea monsoon, with rain into Oct.
How many days are enough for Andrott?
1–2 days. Andrott is a small inhabited coral island; a day or two is enough to see it. Other islands are 70 km or more away by sea, so plan them as separate legs.
How do I reach Andrott?
By air: Agatti (AGX) — Only airport in Lakshadweep; Andrott is a further sea trip. By ferry: Passenger ships from Kochi — Ships sail from Kochi to the inhabited islands; check Andrott sailings and your permit when booking..
What are the top things to do in Andrott?
Kalpeni Northtip Beach 4M32+2JJ, Cheriyam Island 3J9J+FF6, Cheriyum, Andrott, Pitti Lagoon Beach 3JFH+HH.
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Guide checked on 2026-10-06.