PEAKLIFE

By Shilpi Madan

Lakshadweep is India’s most underrated cruise destination. But the destination isn’t the only draw on your sail to the treasured archipelago in the Arabian Sea. Cordelia Cruises takes you to the islands and back to Mumbai (directly or via Kochi) in a brilliant bob on the far blue, with the stunning azure playing home to amazing marine life ringing Lakshadweep islands

A peep into what brings luxury trimmings to your getaway:

LUCK OUT AT LAKSHADWEEP

Sandy strips with not a soul in sight. The best kept secret of the Arabian sea brings in shingled, unending sands that disappear lazily into the horizon. Licked by frothy waves, fringed by delicate corals, and cupped by stunning marine life,. Snorkel, dive, kayak along the tiered shades of blue. Each view of the islands is an Insta catnip. Explore the nesting areas for turtles, the quiet underwater caves as you click moments with rare seaweeds, and black, hairy sea cucumbers. The 12 atolls, 3 reefs, and 5 submerged banks of the archipelago bring in darling spots to explore the marine world at leisure. If you elect to skip the labour of swimming and paddling with oars, make way to the glass-bottomed boat that takes you across the jewelled-blue. Night fishing and stargazing with you and yours on the sugary-white Andhaan beach and Lagoon beach as the colours of the sunset deepen into the skies make up unforgettable moments.

STYLISH SPLENDOUR

All yours to and fro, Lakshadweep. Think personal butler service, a lavish living room where you can begin your sea day, an intimate private dining area for you and yours, a sparkling bar knitted to a spacious master bedroom for you to toast your special moments in, complete with a walk-in closet, a private sun-deck balcony where you can perform your sunrise yoga, and a plush jacuzzi to chill out in for as long as your little heart desires. The expansive yet cosy Chairman’s suite panders to your eclectic whims and fancies.

SOLITUDE SPECIALS

If you’re a naturalist, then spotting the birds and cavorting dolphins, cloud watching and watching the hum and swish of the waves spells sheer therapy. For the perfect seclusion, dip into the spa that brings in aromatic full body massages—winging in the best Balinese therapies – and beauty treatments too. Enjoy the sauna, watching the surge through the waves, or an undisturbed gourmet dining experience. Stargazing on the open deck is a surreal experience at night, with the clear skies spangled with millions of stars as you feel yourself drift in the middle of nowhere. The blend of sea air and the rising sun feels magical on the open-air observation deck.

Slow travel for sea lovers wrapped up in nature. Your perfect pick for summer.

Image Credits: Cordelia Cruises