In this post, I am going to share my traveling experience in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. As I can see in the editor ElephantJournal does not allow to attach images therefore, I am unable to add the images of my travel Journey. Readers, Pardon me for that.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a union territory of India. There is a total of 572 islands. The capital is Port Blair. This beautiful island is one of the major attractions in India and the best destination for newly married couples for honeymoon.
The total area of this union territory of India is 8250 km square. The population density in Andaman and Nicobar islands is less compared to other union territories or states.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
When I visited this beautiful union territory. I observed that the major spoken language here is Hindi, Bengali, and English.
The highest peak in the Andaman and Nicobar islands is the saddle peak. The altitude of this peak is 732 m. For someone, who thinks it’s a small island, there aren’t many places to visit. Then, you are wrong. There are too many places to visit in Andaman.
On the map, It looks so small that makes me think that there will be no Highway of length 50 km or more but I was wrong. Even you can have long drives in this beautiful union territory. When I had visited this place, In my tour package all the things were pre-planned.
On day 2, I go on a long drive of about 100 kilometers. We had to go through the area of the Jarawas. On this drive in the area of Jarawas, no overtaking is allowed and no photography is allowed.
NH4 is the main highway of this union territory. The total length of NH4 is 230 KM (approx).
Why anyone should visit this place? If anyone who wants to see the neat and clean blue sea, less crowded beaches (many beaches are almost empty), mud volcano, experience the beauty of nature, et then you can visit this place.
Please note that you have to book your tickets 2-3 months before because there are already many people in the queue who want to visit this location and another thing is that there is only one small airport that operates a limited number of flights in a day. Although, the construction of a new terminal is under progress.
Andaman tourist Places – Places to visit in Andaman
If you thinking to plan an Andaman tour then you should check these destinations. I visited all these places and listed some best places for the Andaman tour.
1. Cellular Jail
Cellular jail is the most popular tourist destination in Andaman. Visit this place, have sightseeing, some photos, and memories. You have to buy tickets for a light show which starts in the evening.
2. Havelock Island
Most of the people go to havelock island from PortBlair by MV Makruzz Cruise. The distance between these two places is 55 KM approx.
3. Elephant beach
Elephant beach is another popular Andaman tour place. You can also find scuba diving nearby. The beach is usually less crowded and clean. It’s a great place to enjoy with friends, family, or as a solo traveler.
4. Netaji Subash Chandra Bose Island
When I visited this place at that time, the name of this island was ross island. This island is in the south Andaman. It is a small island and the only activity is sightseeing.
5. Barren Island
It is India’s only active volcano. This volcano recently erupted in 2017. So, before adding this place in your journey make sure it with your travel agent.
6. Shaheed Dweep
Neil island name changed to shaheed dweep in the year 2018. Shaheed dweep is another famous tourist hub in Andaman. So, if you are planning for an Andaman tour, don’t miss this place.
7. Baratang Island
The main attraction in the Baratang island is the mud volcano. You have to reach this place by ferry and then take a jeep to reach the mud volcano. You can see this image taken by me.
8. Rajiv Gandhi water sports complex
You can enjoy water activities in this complex. Jet skiing is the most popular activity to do in PortBlair. The cost per person for Jet Ski is 700 Indian Rupees ($9.50 per person).
9. Port Blair
Port Blair is a beautiful capital city of the Andaman and Nicobar islands. Explore and have a sightseeing of the city tour.
Activities to do in Andaman and Nicobar islands
- Scuba Diving
- Relax at beach
- Snorkeling
- Glass bottom boat ride
- Parasailing
- Sightseeing
- Long drive
- Boat ride
- Visiting the beautiful limestone caves
- Jet Skiing
- Visit the highest peak which is saddle peak at 732 meter
Activities that I did in Andaman and Nicobar
1. Scuba Diving
I did scuba diving in the havelock island but it is also available in many places in the Andaman and Nicobar islands. The cost of doing Scuba Diving is 2500-3500 rupees per person ($35-$50).
2. Long Drive through Jarawas Forest Reserve
Jarawas are aboriginal of the Andaman and Nicobar islands. A long drive through the Jarawas forest reserve to reach the limestone cave is an amazing experience. My long drive was started from PortBlair to Bartang Island and the distance between these two places is 105 KM (Approx).
No overtaking and photo capturing allowed in the areas of Jarawas otherwise you have to pay a fine of rupees 25,000. My driver told me about this precaution and also on the notice board this message was displayed.
and, there’s a lot of activities that I did there, It was such a memorable trip with full of enjoyment.
About Me – I am Bhanu Pratap, an engineer by profession, and my dream is to travel the world. I have almost visited all states in India and done 2 countries trip so far and they are Thailand and Singapore. You can also check my website Usersadvice.
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