• Dr. Priyanka Wandhe
• Dr. Rajesh Timane
• Ms. Vaishnavi Wadurkar
• Mr. Rohit Chandelkar
• Mr. Harshal Soni

Adventure tourism is a rapidly growing segment in the travel industry, offering travelers unique experiences filled with excitement, thrill, and the opportunity to explore and discover new destinations. This study focuses on adventure tourism in India, with a special emphasis on Lakshadweep Island. Lakshadweep, located off the coast of Kerala in the Arabian Sea, is a picturesque archipelago known for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and abundant marine life. It offers a wide range of adventure activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, wind-surfing, and sailing, attracting adventure enthusiasts from around the world. The study aims to highlight the potential of adventure tourism in Lakshadweep Island and analyze its current state of development. It will delve into the various adventure activities offered, their popularity among tourists, and the impact of adventure tourism on the local economy and environment. Additionally, it will explore the challenges faced by the tourism industry in promoting adventure tourism in this remote and less explored destination. By understanding the dynamics of adventure tourism in Lakshadweep Island, this study intends to provide valuable insights to stakeholders, including government authorities, tourism boards, travel agencies, and local communities. It will serve as a resource for developing strategies to enhance the growth and sustainability of adventure tourism in the region. Overall, this study seeks to shed light on the significance of adventure tourism in India, with a specific focus on Lakshadweep Island, and provide recommendations for its development and promotion as a premier adventure tourism destination.

Adventure tourism, India, Lakshadweep Island, tourism industry, adventure activities, tourism destination, water sports, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, surfing, trekking, island hopping, marine life, coral reefs, biodiversity, ecotourism, sustainable tourism, cultural experiences, tourism development, economic impact, government initiatives, tourism promotion, tourism potential, tourist attractions, travel market, tourist preferences, market trends, adventure tourism market, challenges, opportunities, future prospects.

"A study on the adventure tourism in India with special reference to Lakshadweep Island", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no.g359-g379, March-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2403652.pdf

"A study on the adventure tourism in India with special reference to Lakshadweep Island", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no. ppg359-g379, March-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2403652.pdf