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All the details for Lakshadweep:

Protected Area Permit (PAP)

📌 Application Process:

• You can apply for the PAP online through the e-permit portal of the Lakshadweep Administration (www.lakshadweeptourism.com/contact.html).
• The application requires basic information like your name, address, purpose of visit, travel dates, and chosen islands.
• You can upload scanned copies of your ID proof and a passport-sized photograph.
• Once submitted, the application is processed within 7 working days. You’ll receive an email notification with the permit status.

📌 Validity and Fees:

• The PAP is valid for 30 days from the date of issue.
• The permit fee is ₹300 per person for all ages.

📌 Details:

• You can choose the specific islands you want to visit during your application.
• Carry a printed copy of the approved PAP along with your valid ID proof while travelling.
• Certain islands within Lakshadweep might require additional permits for specific activities like scuba diving or wildlife photography. Check with the respective island authorities for details.
📌 Transportation:

• Flights: Delhi to Kochi- costs 12k (round trip).
• Ferry: Inter-island transfers range from ₹4,000-8,000 per person (two-way).

📌 Accommodation:

• Budget: Agatti Island has guesthouses for ₹1,500-2,500 per night.
• Moderate: Bangaram Island offers cottages at ₹15,000 per night (all-inclusive).
• Luxury: Kavaratti has air-conditioned suites for ₹9,000 per night (all-inclusive).

📌 Water Activities:

Canoeing At Minicoy Island
⁠Water sports: Snorkeling starts at ₹500, scuba diving at ₹2,500, and fishing tours at ₹1,000.
⁠Sightseeing: Island tours cost around ₹500-1,000 per person.

📌 More activities:
Visit local villages, witness traditional boat building, and enjoy Maldivian dance performances.
⁠Get Ayurvedic massages and spa treatments for ultimate relaxation.

📌 Permits and Taxes:

• Permit: A mandatory ₹300 entry permit is required for non-Indians.
• Green Tax: ₹300 per person is levied upon arrival at Agatti airport.

📌 Best time to visit:
October to February is the best time t