Bangaram Island, a CGH Earth Experience hotel, started in 1989 is one of the strings of islands lying approximately 320 km (200 miles) off the south west coast of India and 460 km from the costal town of Kochi in Kerala. The Islands are located between 8 degrees to 12 degrees north latitude and 71 degrees to 74 degrees east longitude. The tiniest union territory of India, Lakshadweep is an archipelago (group of small islands) of 12 coral atolls (island), 3 coral reefs and five submerged banks. It is a uni-district union territory of 32 sqkm and comprises of 10 un inhabited islands, 17 inhabited islands, four newly formed islets and 5 submerged reefs. And a total 36 islands in all

Location – 460 kms from Kochi by air
23 kms from Agatti through sea
Bangaram, the Jewel of lakshadweep presents a breathtaking spectacle of sparkling coral reefs, turquoise blue lagoons, silvery beaches and lush green coconut palm all preserved in the state just as the first discoverers could have found them. It is quite a small island and one can walk around it within an hour. Surrounding the island is a coral reef that forms a large sheltered lagoon with clear water. One can clearly see multi colored fish weave in and out of the coral. A historic ship wreck lies on the outer slope of the coral reef in a depth of 9 to 54 m and in abundance of materials with archaeological significance. The place is rich in under water life.

Other facts
The majority of population of Lakshadweep is Muslims and does fishing and coconut cultivation for a living. The islanders call themselves the children of the sea and their daily activities are centered on the sea. Therefore their cultural perceptions are sea oriented.

Weather conditions
Lakshadweep has a humid and generally pleasant climate. Temperatures vary from 27 degrees to 30 degrees from September to March and 30 degrees to 34 degrees from March to May. Water temperatures at the lagoon are around 25 to 27 degrees.

About the rooms
Bangaram Island has 26 cottages in two categories.
1) Standard Room
2) Deluxe Room
Standard Room – There are 23 standard rooms with a living cum bedroom, a private sit out and a bathroom. The floor area of a Standard room is 354 sq.ft. All rooms are twin bedded rooms and can be joined to a large bedded.
Deluxe Room – There are only three deluxe Rooms, all double bedded rooms. A deluxe room has two spacious bedrooms with attached Bathrooms, a common dining Area, a common living area cum sit out. The area of the deluxe room is 976 sq ft

All the rooms at Bangaram Island are basic with mini bars and ceiling fans. The room is provided with insect screens so that one can keep the windows open and mosquito repellant in the room. There is no air-conditioning or hot water. A safe is provided at the reception to deposit guest valuables.

Other Facilities
Ayurvedic Center – Ayurveda at Bangaram Island is quite popular. The center opens from 8.00 Am to 7.00 Pm. Doctors are available at the center for consultation and medical advice. There are separate rooms for ladies and gents for regular massages and one treatment rooms for high degree treatments.

Water sports centre – Kayaks, snorkeling, fishing, glass bottom boat, island excursion and turtle watch / snorkeling.

Shop – An in house boutique with postcards, garments, sun cream and beach ware etc. Open from 8.00 Am to 8.00 Pm.

Library / Activities Room – a few games like caroms and chess or a library where one can contribute books and at the same time borrow.

Outdoor Games –Beach Volleyball can bring the guests and the staff for an evening match. The Badminton rackets and shuttle corks are available at the reception.