Mangalore, November 6: In a breakthrough tourism project, the first direct cruise from Mangalore has begun its much awaited journey towards Lakshadweep on Saturday morning.
There were around 120 passengers including 40 tourists on board the vessel which left Mangalore City Old Port at 10:15 am.
However the tour will be of a very short period. The cruise will be returning back to Mangalore on Monday November 8. Lakshadweep is nearly 14 hours away from Mangalore.
Sailing down to Lakshadweep from Mangalorean shores rather than going as far as Kochi was a long cherished dream of the people of the city.
The Lakshadweep Development Corporation is operating the shipping services.
According to Rasheed Bolar, Lakshadweep tourism co-ordinator in Mangalore, the direct tourist cruise connection between Lakshadweep and Mangalore has not only reduced the time duration of voyage but also reduced the cost. “The total package cost of this trip is Rs 5,130 where as via Kochi it will be Rs 11,000” he said.
“The package includes transportation, food, accommodation and adventure water sports etc. Sunday will be fully packed with water sports including snorkeling, kayaking, underwater marine wealth observation through glass bottomed boats etc”, he revealed.
However Addition Deputy Commissioner of Dakshina Kannada has clarified the organisers have not contacted the district administration and it will not be responsible for anything pertaining to the voyage.
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