About Suhelipar Lighthouse
Suhelipar Lighthouse is a coastal navigational lighthouse located on the uninhabited Suheli Par atoll in Lakshadweep, India. Situated in the Arabian Sea southwest of the main islands, it marks the coral atoll and surrounding reefs for maritime traffic along the west coast of India. Maintained by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships, the white tower stands on a low sandy islet within a large lagoon, serving as a critical aid for vessels navigating the Lakshadweep archipelago.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a remote, uninhabited coral atoll setting with a white lighthouse tower on a low sandy islet surrounded by a large lagoon and reef. The area is isolated with no habitation or tourist infrastructure. Access is only by boat with prior permission. Visitors can view the lighthouse exterior, the lagoon, sandy islets and surrounding reef waters. There are no visitor facilities, shops or accommodation on the islet.
Key highlights
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Navigational lighthouse marking Suheli Par atoll in the Arabian Sea
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Located on an uninhabited coral atoll with large lagoon and reef system
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Maintained by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships
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Pristine coral islets of Valiyakara and Cheriyakara within the same atoll
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Important reference point for maritime traffic along Lakshadweep waters
History of Suhelipar Lighthouse
Suhelipar Lighthouse is maintained by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships and serves as a vital navigational aid marking the Suheli Par atoll and its extensive reefs for vessels transiting the Arabian Sea along the west coast of India. It is part of the network of lighthouses established to ensure safe navigation through the Lakshadweep archipelago.
Route
| By air | Fly to Agatti Airport (AGX), the only airport in Lakshadweep with flights from Kochi, then proceed by chartered boat or authorized vessel to Suheli Par with prior permission |
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