About Bangaram Island
Bangaram Island is an uninhabited teardrop-shaped atoll in the Lakshadweep archipelago, Arabian Sea, India. Part of Bangaram Atoll, it is known for its white sandy beaches, turquoise lagoon and coral reefs. Accessible only by boat from Agatti Island, it hosts the Bangaram Island Resort, the only accommodation. The island is noted for water sports, bioluminescent beaches and pristine marine biodiversity within a protected atoll ecosystem.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, uninhabited coral atoll with white sandy beaches encircling a shallow turquoise lagoon and fringing coral reef. The interior has coconut palms and scrub vegetation. The only built structure is the Bangaram Island Resort with cottages and dining facilities. Visitors can explore the beach perimeter, swim and snorkel in the lagoon, view marine life and corals, and take boat trips to nearby uninhabited islets. There are no towns, shops or roads.
Key highlights
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Teardrop-shaped coral atoll with white sandy beaches and turquoise lagoon
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Fringing coral reef with rich marine biodiversity for snorkeling and scuba diving
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Bioluminescent phytoplankton visible on beaches at night
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Bangaram Island Resort - the sole accommodation on the uninhabited island
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Proximity to uninhabited islets Thinnakara and Parali within the same atoll
Route
| By air | Fly from Kochi to Agatti Airport (AGX), the only airport in Lakshadweep, then take a boat transfer to Bangaram Island (approx 1-2 hours by speedboat, arranged by SPORTS/Lakshadweep Tourism) |
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| By public transport | Government ferry and chartered boats/speedboats from Agatti and Kavaratti; transfers typically included in tourism packages |