Lakshadweep with its vast lagoon around all the islands has emerged as a water sport destination in the country. Understanding the potential of water sports Department has been striving to make these islands a prime water sports destination not only within the country but through out the world. Another feature of water sports in Lakshadweep is the development of high yielding adventure water sports like scuba diving and para sailing, etc. The Department has set up a full-fledged waters sports Institute at Kadmat island. This Institute offers facilities for Kayaking, canoeing, yachting, snorkeling, wind surfing, water skiing and last but not least scuba diving. A full fledged scuba diving centers are operational at Kavaratti and Kadmat Islands and these have emerged as a prime scuba diving destinations to the well heeled and adventurous tourists.

Snorkelling: Snorkelling in the shallow water around Bangaram Island is one of the favourite water sport activities of Lakshadweep beaches. From the 10 inhabited islands of Lakshadweep, only Bangaram and Kadmat islands are open for tourists and there are dive centers on both of these islands. Through out boarding, sailing and rowing, the three uninhabited islands Tinnakara, Parali-I and Parali-II can be accessed. Wind surfing and Kayaking are the best day out water sport activities at the Bangaram Island.

Scuba diving: The coral reefs and pristine blue lagoons of Lakshadweep and Andamans are the ideal location to go Scuba diving in India. Lakshadweep has some of the best diving spots in the world, comparable to the Maldives and the Great Barrier Reefs. "Lacadives", located at the Kadmat Island Resort, is the only diving school of its kind for beginners.

Water Skiing: The calm Lagoons of Lakshadweep is an ideal location for Water skiing. Facilities and locations are perfect for both beginners and advanced skiers.

Sailing: A gentle and relaxing activity where the only noise is the wind, the sails and the water lapping against the hull. It can also be a fast active sport where a gust of wind will catch the sail driving you forward with an acceleration which you would not have expected.

Kayaking: The kayak is an excellent way to have fun on the water. It not only gives you the exercise but is also fun in racing your friends or family. Traditionally Kayaks are used for short distance transportation. The kayak is propelled by a double bladed paddle. The kayak and its paddle is made of fiber.

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