About Andaman
The elegance of the crystal clear blue waters, incredible corals and the myriad creatures that inhabit the ocean leave you spellbound. Its glistening white beaches are also nesting homes to a variety of sea turtles. More than 86% of the islands’ area is under forest cover, homes to animals like the spotted deer, wild boar, gecko, crab-eating macaque, and pythons.
Exploring marine life first-hand through activities like scuba diving and fishing guarantee an enriching experience of coming just an inch closer to nature. The capital city of Port Blair houses the majority of mainland settlers on the island today. Prior to colonial rule, however, the Andaman and Nicobar islands were home to indigenous tribes, some of who still populate pockets of the archipelago.
The quickest way to reach Andaman is by boarding a flight from mainland India. Direct flights operate from Kolkata, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi and Vizag. Connecting flights are available from all other destinations around the country.
Getting to Andaman by air
Veer Savarkar is the only commercial airport in Andaman located in the capital city of Port Blair. Domestic flight services namely Indigo Airlines, Air India, Indian Airlines, Spice Jet, Go Air and Vistara have daily flights from major Indian cities. Book a flight in advance to get a good deal on the ticket price.
You have to board a flight from Kolkata and Chennai to reach Andaman within 2.5 to 3 hours. The longest travel time is from Delhi which takes around 5 hours. In case, you are taking a flight from anywhere else around India, you will have a layover or a hopping flight.
Pro-tip: Take an early morning flight so that you can utilise the rest of the day.
- Scuba Diving
- Snorkelling
- Sea Walking
- Attending Celluar Jail Light and Sound Show
- Glass Bottom Boating
- Sea Plane Ride
- Visit Lime Stone Caves at Baratang Island
30°CAndaman, a place that soaks shimmering sand in its azure waters, thick woodlands, glimmering shores far-stretched with white sands and tall mangroves. It enfolds immense beauty and is an ideal location for every traveller. This place has everything that will surely give you thousands of memories to cherish for eternity. The island not only offers scenic views but also allows you to indulge in a plethora of water activities. So, why wait longer.
Major Attractions for Tourists Activities
Light & Sound Show at Cellular Jail
The Cellular Jail is now declared as the National Memorial and is a must visit place in Andaman. Visiting the Cellular Jail means delving into
Snorkeling
It is yet another amazing way to explore the beautiful marine life and corals of Bay of Bengal. From umpteen varieties of fishes to plant
Trekking
There is a perception that Andaman is coloured only in blue and it is the blue sea and white sands that are the only companions
Scuba Diving
The specialty is that, here the coral reefs and underwater formation are undamaged by human activity. For adventure lovers there is no greater adventure than
