Agatti Island

Travel Tips

• Visit the beaches during early morning or late evening for a serene experience and to avoid the crowd.Visit the beaches during early morning or late evening for a serene experience and to avoid the crowd.
• Always wear sunscreen and a hat to protect against the strong sun during the day, especially between 11 AM and 3 PM.Always wear sunscreen and a hat to protect against the strong sun during the day, especially between 11 AM and 3 PM.
• Use local boats for island hopping as they provide an authentic experience and stunning views.Use local boats for island hopping as they provide an authentic experience and stunning views.
• Engage with local fishermen for a unique insight into traditional fishing practices and to arrange fresh seafood tastings.Engage with local fishermen for a unique insight into traditional fishing practices and to arrange fresh seafood tastings.
• Respect local customs by dressing modestly, especially when visiting religious sites.Respect local customs by dressing modestly, especially when visiting religious sites.
• Try to learn a few phrases in Malayalam, the local language, to connect better with the residents.Try to learn a few phrases in Malayalam, the local language, to connect better with the residents.
• Carry cash, as not all places accept cards, and ATMs can be limited on the island.Carry cash, as not all places accept cards, and ATMs can be limited on the island.
• Be cautious of the water currents when swimming, especially outside designated areas.Be cautious of the water currents when swimming, especially outside designated areas.
• Opt for guided tours to explore the underwater beauty safely and to understand the local marine ecosystem.Opt for guided tours to explore the underwater beauty safely and to understand the local marine ecosystem.
• Visiting during the monsoon (June to September) may bring heavy rains, check weather conditions to plan your travel accordingly.Visiting during the monsoon (June to September) may bring heavy rains, check weather conditions to plan your travel accordingly.