As a coral atoll, Kavaratti does not have rivers, freshwater lakes, or waterfalls.
* **The Lagoon:** The defining waterway of the island is its large, shallow lagoon on the western side. It provides a natural harbor and a protective barrier against the rough waves of the Laccadive Sea. * **The Laccadive Sea:** The island is entirely surrounded by the Laccadive Sea, which serves as the primary route for passenger ships and cargo vessels connecting Kavaratti to the Indian mainland and neighboring islands.