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Location:
Located
200 nautical miles from South West coast of India. There are
regular flights from Cochin to Agatti, transfers from Agatti
airport Bangaram - one and a half hours by boat. During monsoon
transfers are by helicopters. Bangaram presents a breathtaking
spectacle of sparkling coral reefs, turquoise blue lagoons,
silvery beaches and lush green coconut palms.
Accommodation:
Accommodation on the island is simple, unpretentious, yet
comfortable. Set in 128 acres, there are 30 tiled -roof beach
huts, each with its own palm-thatched verandah, en suite
bathroom, ceiling fan and fridge.
In a bit to preserve Bangaram's unique environment, a hotel
atmosphere is avoided intentionally, but there are enough
creature comforts to ensure your stay is an enjoyable one.
There are also four bungalows, which are bigger and offer more
privacy. At the heart of the resort is the restaurant hut. It's
a little architectural marvel, being made entirely out of bamboo
and palm fronds, around one tall central pole.
Restaurants & Bars: Coconut
and fish are abundantly available on the island. So naturally,
no meal would be complete without a selection of the day's
catch. The cuisine styles are international and the menu also
offers a selection from the coast of India and local island
recipes. There is also a well stocked bar, right off the beach.
Not that the magic of the enchanted isles needs any additional
uplift!
Facilities:
snorkelling, deep-sea fishing, and scuba diving.
A well-equipped and professionally manned Scuba Diving facility
is available at the resort. As a diving location, the virgin
reefs of Bangaram have been ranked by experienced divers as
being among the best anywhere. Recently an ancient shipwreck was
discovered. Besides coral, the reef abounds in undersea life,
particularly game fish and turtles. Diving sites are off the
reefs and are reached by boat.
Diving courses and lagoon diving are offered for beginners.
Diving is permitted only within safe depths around 30 meters.
Visitors can avail of a decompression chamber, except from 15
May to 15 September.
For deep-sea big game fishing, Bangaram is an ideal location.
Record size Barracuda, Sailfish, Yellowfin, Travelly and Wahoo
has often been landed. Local boats are available here for rent
with experienced crew. Serious anglers are advised to bring
their own equipment.
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