Lakshadweep Government Samudram Cruise Package

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Ship: M.V. Kavaratti
Islands Covered: Minicoy, Kavaratti and Kalpeni
Boarding Point: Lakshadweep Wharf, Willingdon Island, Kochi
Reporting Time: Generally 9:00 AM–10:00 AM; exact reporting time is confirmed before sailing

Samudram Cruise Route

The Government-operated Samudram package is a 5-day cruise from Kochi covering three Lakshadweep islands: Minicoy, Kavaratti and Kalpeni. Travellers stay onboard the ship and visit each island during the scheduled daytime excursions before returning to the ship.

Detailed Samudram Cruise Itinerary

Day 1: Kochi – Boarding and Departure

• Report at the Lakshadweep Wharf in Kochi during the designated reporting window.
• Complete boarding formalities and transfer to the ship.
• Lunch is served onboard.
• Departure from Kochi is scheduled in the afternoon.
• Evening tea and dinner are served onboard.

Day 2: Minicoy Island

• Breakfast and morning refreshments onboard.
• Arrival at Minicoy in the morning.
• Visit the historic lighthouse and experience the island's local culture.
• Sea bathing and kayaking are available as part of the island excursion.
• Village sightseeing may be included in the scheduled programme.
• Scuba diving may be available at additional cost, subject to local conditions and availability.
• Return to the ship in the afternoon/evening.
• Dinner onboard.

Day 3: Kavaratti Island

• Breakfast onboard before arrival at Kavaratti.
• Enjoy the scheduled island excursion.
• Glass-bottom boat ride to explore the lagoon and marine life.
• Sea bathing and kayaking.
• Visit the island museum.
• Snorkelling and scuba diving may be available at additional cost.
• Return to the ship before departure.
• Dinner onboard.

Day 4: Kalpeni Island

• Breakfast onboard.
• Arrival at Kalpeni in the morning.
• Enjoy lagoon activities including snorkelling, kayaking and sea bathing.
• Explore the island and its surrounding coastal landscape.
• Scheduled cultural or folk performance may be arranged.
• Return to the ship in the evening.
• Dinner onboard.

Day 5: Kochi – Cruise Ends

• Breakfast onboard.
• Arrival at Kochi according to the sailing schedule.
• Disembark after completion of port formalities.

What Is Included in the Samudram Package?

• Accommodation onboard the cruise ship in the booked cabin/class.
• Air-conditioned accommodation as applicable to the selected class.
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and scheduled tea/coffee.
• Transfer from the designated Kochi reporting point to the ship as arranged by the operator.
• Island excursions at Minicoy, Kavaratti and Kalpeni.
• Scheduled sightseeing and included recreational activities.
• Kayaking, snorkelling and glass-bottom boat activities where included in the package.
• Entry permit and applicable heritage fee, as specified for the package.
• Assistance during the cruise and island excursions.

What Is Not Included?

• Scuba diving and other optional activities charged separately.
• Personal expenses.
• Travel to and from Kochi.
• Additional accommodation or meals outside the cruise package.
• Any service not specifically mentioned under inclusions.

Samudram Cruise Booking

Samudram cruise bookings are subject to sailing schedules, cabin availability and approval by the concerned Lakshadweep authorities/operator. Travellers should provide their details exactly as they appear on their government-issued identity documents.

Information generally required for booking:

• Full name as per government ID
• Date/age and gender
• Government ID details
• Contact number and address
• Preferred sailing date
• Required permit-related documents, where applicable

Important: Do not book non-refundable flights to or from Kochi until your cruise sailing date has been officially confirmed.

LTC / LTA and Samudram Cruise

Eligible government employees and other qualifying travellers may be able to claim the journey under applicable LTC/LTA rules. Eligibility, admissible fare and reimbursement limits depend on the employee's applicable service rules and should be confirmed with the concerned department before booking.

Samudram Cruise Cancellation

Note: Cancellation charges and refund conditions can change between sailing schedules. The applicable cancellation policy should be confirmed at the time of booking.

Important Guidelines for Samudram Cruise Travellers

• Report at the Kochi wharf at the time specified by the operator.
• Island transfers may involve smaller boats depending on the port and sea conditions.
• Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for boat transfers and water activities.
• Carry sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat/cap and other sun protection.
• Follow all environmental regulations and avoid littering.
• Do not collect corals, shells or other marine life.
• Do not enter restricted lagoon or marine areas.
• Alcohol and narcotics are prohibited under applicable Lakshadweep regulations.
• Follow instructions issued by the ship crew and island authorities.
• Keep sufficient buffer time for your onward journey from Kochi.

Reaching the Samudram Cruise Boarding Point in Kochi

The exact boarding location and reporting instructions should always be checked against the latest cruise confirmation because the designated wharf, reporting time and boarding procedure may change.

Samudram Cruise – Important Booking Note

The Samudram cruise operates according to schedules released by the Lakshadweep Administration and the concerned cruise operator. Sailing dates, ship allocation, cabin availability, fares, inclusions and reporting instructions can change. Always confirm the latest sailing schedule and fare before making flight or other non-refundable travel arrangements.