About Kalpitti Island
Kalpitti Island is a small uninhabited island located at the southern tip of Agatti Atoll in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, India. Separated from Agatti Island by a shallow lagoon, it is known for its white sandy beaches, coral reefs and clear turquoise waters. The island is uninhabited and visited on day trips by boat for its pristine natural environment, lagoon views and marine biodiversity.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, flat, uninhabited coral island with white sandy beaches, scattered vegetation and a surrounding shallow lagoon with coral reefs and clear turquoise water. Access is only by boat from Agatti Island during daylight hours. There are no permanent structures or settlements. Visitors can walk along the beach, view the lagoon and reef, observe marine life and birds, and experience a quiet natural island environment on a short day excursion.
Key highlights
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Uninhabited coral island at the southern end of Agatti Atoll
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White sandy beaches and shallow turquoise lagoon
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Fringing coral reefs and marine biodiversity
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Separated from Agatti Island by a narrow shallow lagoon accessible by boat
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Pristine natural environment with no permanent habitation
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Views of Agatti lagoon and open Arabian Sea
History of Kalpitti Island
Kalpitti Island is part of the Agatti Atoll in Lakshadweep and has traditionally been uninhabited, used occasionally by residents of Agatti for fishing and coconut collection. It remains preserved as a natural island within the atoll ecosystem and is now maintained as an uninhabited excursion island.
Route
| By air | Fly from Kochi (COK) to Agatti Airport (AGX), the only airport in Lakshadweep, then take a boat transfer of approximately 20-30 minutes to Kalpitti Island |
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| By public transport |