How we choose partners

We only recommend places that pass these checks.

Our checks

  • A valid Lakshadweep Tourist Trade Permit. Hotels, resorts, homestays and water-sports centres need a Lakshadweep Tourist Trade Permit — new ones before opening, existing ones by 30 Sep 2026.✓ Verified · 13 Sep 2026 · UT Department of Tourism
  • Properly certified dive and water-sports staff. Dive and water-sports staff must hold the certifications the Guidelines list, such as instructors certified by PADI, SSI or CMAS.✓ Verified · 13 Sep 2026 · Tourist Trade Guidelines 2026
  • Permit checked before we recommend them. We record the permit number, its expiry and the date we last checked.

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