Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Golden sand beaches, clear azure skies, calm coconut trees, lush green fauna, exotic corals and caves – No, we aren’t talking about a vacation to some foreign destination but an Andaman tour. Situated in the Bay of Bengal, the magnificent places to visit in Andaman Nicobar are a crowd puller and attract tourists from all over the world. As they say – it is always the best time to visit Andaman. Some of the most gorgeous places to visit in Andaman Nicobar to have once in a lifetime experience are – 

Andaman and Nicobar are undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in India. It is a worth visiting place, especially for the adventure lovers. For the people who want to explore beauty in a real sense then Andaman and Nicobar is a great place. Given below are some picnic spots in Andaman and Nicobar which you should visit for a single day adventure.  

The Andaman and Nicobar is an Indian archipelago influenced by all Indian cultures and this influence result in the emergence of a wide variety of cuisines including South Indian, Bengali, and Andhra varieties.Like many aspects of Andaman culture, food culture is also heavily impacted according to the different religions and traditions that came into contact with it like the influence of Hindu, Christian, Muslim, Sikh religion in the traditional food is extremely strong. You by yourself can feel and experience this deep impact on the truly, tasty, and spicy food of Andaman.Andaman is also inhibited by many tribal communities and hence they have their own food style and culture. Though nothing much is known about their food and cuisines, however, they hunt wild animals for their food which include all kinds of meats directly getting from turtles, wild boar, fishes of the Islands.Being a group of many islands, the prominent food of Andaman is seafood and other non-vegetarian preparations that are best in class and taste here. Apart from, seafood and other Indian cuisines, fresh tropical fruits and vegetables are also key food here for those who don’t like seafood and non-vegetarian preparations. One can find Mangoes, Bananas, Pineapples, Guava, and a lot more. One can also find the best drink which is refreshing and nutritious both at the same time- the exotic coconut water here easily and at very cheap prices as well.As stated above that the seafood dominates at almost all the food restaurants and food joints in Andaman. For this, we can easily say that the Andaman is the king of marine food and has a wide variety too. The seafood of Andaman includes various products obtained from sea like Fish, Crab, Prawns, Lobsters, etc.Now, for the clear picture of the foods of the Andaman, here is the information about some of the popular dishes that are sought among the locals and tourists visiting here every year.

Port Blair is the synonym of shopping in the Andaman. As it is the major place for some really amazing and also different shopping spots such as shopping centers, regional markets, beach markets, etc. Tourists can explore the Port Blair thoroughly for their shopping desires which are indeed the shopaholics’ paradiseA beautiful island boasts with a peaceful atmosphere and also stunning views of sea and sky, there’s nothing not to like about Andaman. Andaman is also registered as one of the most recommended destinations in India for the tourist of both India and the world. Andaman is known for the various fun-loving activities like snorkeling, diving, and other water-related sports/activities. Apart from that, Andaman is also known as islands serving a peaceful and relaxing place for enjoying a long peaceful beach holiday.There is no scarcity of things to do, as you will have a lot of things to do in Andaman, and there is one thing that nobody misses during the Andaman tour is shopping in Andaman which is a unique experience in itself. The beach markets and other charming little shops always buzzing with the people. Andaman tourism is thriving not because of only water and adventure here but because of its handicrafts and artistic products created by the hardworking, skilled craftsmen. So, don’t wait, go ahead and treat yourself with an amazing shopping in Andaman, here is the list of the places where you can head out for an unforgettable shopping journey in Andaman & Nicobar.

Andaman and Nicobar are always an eye-catching place for honeymooners. It has ample of things for couples that are good for romantic getaway – The perfect Weather, Lusting and Romantic Beaches, Lovely Resorts, Water Sport, Amazing & Delicious food,  Back Riding marks a few of the giveaways of this heavenly place. It has all the qualities to adorn the top position in the list of best honeymoon destination in India. So what are you waiting for? Pack your bags enjoy Love in Tropical Haven.

Andaman is an Indian archipelago of more than 356 islands located in the Indian Ocean. It is a very beautiful place for tourism-related activities. Tourists who are always in search of something new and unique, Andaman must be there in their travelling list. Once you reach to the beautiful islands of Andaman & Nicobar, your hours will pass and add up into days in no time, hence you can go for as many days as you like to spend here. Andaman and Nicobar have plenty of beaches some of them are very less traveled and you will have a great opportunity to spend your every day enjoying different beaches and islands. The Islands here are known for various beautiful surprises like palm line, white-sand beaches, mangrove and tropical rainforests, coral reefs supporting marine life. Apart from that Andaman and Nicobar not only provide you with a beautiful view of nature but also offers various activities to the tourists who make their way to this Place. Activities such as diving, snorkeling, Kayaking, beach hopping will never let you run out of the fun during your tour to Andaman and Nicobar Island. So, all these features of Andaman made me thought to visit here to experience this amazing part of our country India. I was also excited as it has already some features that I like the most while thinking of any new destination for my travel and those were seclusion and raw nature. This time I was traveling with my friend who lives in Mumbai.We started from Mumbai early in the morning by taking a stop-over flight between Mumbai to Port Blair and reached Port Blair by the afternoon. The airport is small and old which was constructed in 1947. From the outside, we took an autorickshaw which was totally different noise-free than we have in other Indian towns. To my surprise, there was only one traffic signal in the entire town and even roads were more ups and down then level. Finally, we reached our hotel- a Welcome Group hotel, which was very beautiful in itself as it faced the sea.We unwind ourselves and took a little rest. After resting for a while we head out from the hotel to take a walk around. The water of the sea was sparkling with the unpolluted blue color, a view that I haven’t seen anywhere along the beaches in Mumbai, Goa, and Chennai. Later we came back to the hotel as we have to explore Port Blair Town the next day.A beautiful morning far from the mainland of the Indian subcontinent, which is also a part of India only was something that I can’t forget ever. It was our second day of Andaman & Nicobar Tour and we had to explore all that Port Blair has to offer to its visitors. So visited most of them whether it was a beautiful aquarium, a museum, and water sports center, etc. Apart from that tourist who loves shopping can go shopping shell jewelry and decorative showpieces made of Padauk wood.The next day we had to explore Wandoor as it has a beautiful beach, Museum, and Wandoor Marine National Park comprises of a bunch of tiny islands out of which Jolly Buoy and Red Skin is open for tourists. We rented a bike from Port Blair in order to reach Wandoor. Ferry for Red Skin Island leaves at sharp 9 am and we were there on time to get on to Red Skin Island. The beach was full with beautiful shells bigger than the human faces. On this Island, one can enjoy snorkeling sessions, spot amazing corals, fishes, octopus and what not. Wandoor is a must-visit place for those traveling to Andaman. We spent rest our day on a beautiful beach watching waves coming and going back into sea. After spending noon there we stated riding back, and on the way back we have seen some fancily dressed people going somewhere, out of curiosity we followed them and landed a place where kids from all over the Andaman gathered with their parents to celebrate Andaman Monsoon Festival. In this festival, kids were performing their traditional dances, and attending this event was a different experience for me.This was our fourth day in Andaman and we had tickets for visiting Havelock that we booked in advance for avoiding unnecessary stress and hassle. We boarded on a ship that took us to Havelock. During our Ship ride, we were on the deck of the ship and enjoying the ride. The best moment of this ride came when I saw the flying fishes which were amazing. So if you are also traveling there pay attention and you also might get the chance to witness some.Once we reached Havelock, again we have to book our accommodation. Luckily we got a better deal and booked a budget Emerald Geko offering Bamboo hut for staying right on the beach.The setup had an open beach facing restaurant, a place where everybody gets together in the evening. We also met so many foreign tourists from Russia, Canada, America, and Europe there and had a very amazing time. The food was very tasty there and we enjoyed it with the music and the amazing ambiance spread all throughout the place.We started our fifth day with a light breakfast at Emerald Geko. After having breakfast we rented a bike and head out towards Vijaynagar and Radhanagar beaches, we enjoyed the sightseeing and also took up some water activities there. The environment along the beaches was very serene and beautiful. But before visiting please check for the high tide timing and doing this will put you on the safe place during your Andaman & Nicobar Tour. Radhanagar Beach ranked as the 6th most beautiful beach in Asia surrounded by a lush green tree on one side, crystal clear blue water on the other. Havelock is really amazing place and it should not miss when one is travelling to Andaman & Nicobar. The best part of this day was when some fellow travelers informed us that one can take up the activity ‘swimming with elephants’ after paying 1700 INR per head at Radhanagr Beach, which was in itself a great experience. We set ourselves free at the resort beach for the rest of the day by hanging out with the people there.This was the last day when we were dealing with our packing. Once we have done with the breakfast, it was the time to leave the place and get transfer to home with a heavy heart filled with full of amazing stories.

Andaman like any other island has tropical, exotic seafood as the main part of the eatables here. Other than seafood the staple diet is unarguably non-vegetarian. Andaman & Nicobar Islands is becoming an increasingly popular tourist spot by each passing, various restaurants and food joints give some great options of Indian, Chinese, and a few more cuisines. Most of the restaurants and cafes of Andaman serve seafood and non-vegetarian food. Vegetarian tourists have to make some extra effort to get proper vegetarian food, but still, there are few that can provide vegetarian food as well. Here is the list of 9 most popular restaurants that you can try during your Andaman Tour.

When planning for a vacation, the cruise is certainly a perfect choice which will help you to experience the best. It will be a certain new and different experience which will help you to spend quality time with your loved ones and explore the other side of the place. So if you are going for a cruise in Andaman given below are some details which you should keep in mind.

Are you planning to visit Andaman & Nicobar Island? Or have a wish to visit this place. So, here is the good news for you. The Union home ministry of India has removed 29 inhabited islands in Andaman and Nicobar from Restricted Area Permit (RAP) till December 31, 2022. This constructive step is taken to increasethe travellers andpromote tourism on the island. Now, due to this updating of RAP, you don’t need any prior permission from the government to visit these islands. Earlier, the foreigners have to take permission to visit these islands. “The decision has been taken to dispense with the RAP for foreigners visiting the Andaman and Nicobar to boost tourism and overall development of the island. These 29 islands are being developed into tourist attractions on the lines of popular South-east Asian beach destination," are the words of a ministry official.  

When you are deciding upon a place to go and spend some time with your partner, Andaman and Nicobar Islands should be among your top choices. Everything on the islands looks exotic, including the beaches and the palm trees. The islands will serve as a perfect romantic getaway, with quite a lot of romantic activities for the couples to indulge themselves in. The only thing that might get confusing for them will be the Honeymoon Resorts in Andaman and Nicobar Islands since there are a lot of them and you might be confused as to which one to choose. Here is a list of the best honeymoon resorts in Andaman and Nicobar Islands that the newlyweds can choose from:

Andaman and Nicobar Islands are the heaven on earth, crystal clear water, scenic beauty, and pristine beaches make it a perfect holiday destination. From untouched beaches of Neil and Havelock Islands to the bustling town of Port Blair, the Andamans have something to offer to every tourist. One can enjoy water sports or relax by the beachside and those who love trekking can go on treks. Andamans weather is the most important thing to take into consideration before planning for the trip. As, in peak summers it gets too hot and humid, and during monsoons, there can be a really rough sea, which lets all the ferries and movement in the sea go hiatus. Therefore the best time of the year to visit the Andaman & Nicobar Islands is between October and May. From winter to summer the weather in Port Blair remains pleasant for sightseeing, beach activities and water sports.