About Kalpeni Island 

Kalpeni is formed by three uninhabited islands (Islets) of Pitti, Tilakam and Cheriyam. Koomel is the curved bay where the tourist facilities and a resort is located. Kalpeni's main attractions are the corals, the white sandy beaches and the water sports activities.

Corals of Kalpeni

Virgin Beach at Kalpeni IslandA peculiar feature of Kalpeni is a huge bank of coral debris along its eastern and southeastern shorelines. This coral debris was washed ashore due a fierce storm in the 1850s.

(photo credit: girl with big eyes)

Adventure activities

Like other Islands in Lakshadweep, you can swim, snorkel or reef-walk in the vast lagoon and indulge in water sports on kayaks, sailboats and pedal boats. If you'd like to experience more of the sea and the scenery, take a pedal boat ride and see the beauty of the islands; Good for photography too.

Where to Stay

Two bathing huts with change rooms are available at Koomel Beach Resort. Four tourist cottages are available for overnight stay.

Visit to Kalpeni is part of Coral Reef and Coconut Grove  packages (packages promoted by Lakshadweep Tourism).

How to reach

There are boat services from Agatti and Kavaratti Islands to Kalpeni.

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Go back to sightseeing spots in Lakshadweep or Know some more facts about Lakshadweep or head to Laccadives Islands Tourism Guide