Kavaratti, the administrative capital, the most developed islands has mostly non-islanders as residents. There are fifty two mosques on the island, with the Ujra mosque being the most beautiful. Within the premises of Ujra mosque, there is a well, which is believed to contain water of curative powers. The mosque has an ornately carved ceiling, said to have been carved from a piece of driftwood.

Kavaratti also has an aquarium with several colourful species of fish. There is a glass bottom boat for viewing marine life and an array of remarkable coral formations that provides a background to the lagoons and the islands within them. Some water sports like kayaking, canoeing and snorkeling are available for tourists.