Latest Information on Travelling to Andaman Islands?
  • Andaman Tourism Opens

    Updated: 14 Aug 2021

    Andaman Tourism Opens: The Andaman & Nicobar administration has announced that all tourist spots in the South Andaman district will be opened for tourism activities with immediate effect 8 Feb 2022.

  • What is the advisory to travel to North & Middle Andaman District?

    Updated: 14 Aug 2021

    The tourists are allowed to visit Baratang/North & Middle Andaman on production of double dose covid certificate/ All other passengers viz. unvaccinated and partially vaccinated passengers (those who have taken only 1S1 dose of COVID vaccine) shall have to produce RT-PCR negative test report

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  • All asymptomatic fully vaccinated persons coming to these islands from mainland are exempted from the requirement of carrying RT-PCR negative test report,irrespective of the type of vaccine received and country of origin. Such fullyvaccinated individuals shall produce the final vaccination certificate at the origin airport, sea port in the mainland and at Port Blair Airport / sea port.
  • Alt asymptomatic children below 5 years of age are exempted from carrying RT-PCR negative test report and further RT-PCR testing at Port Blair Airport.
  • All other passengers viz. unvaccinated and partially vaccinated passengers (those who have taken only 1S1 dose of COVID vaccine) shall have to produce RT-PCR negative test report to travel to Port Blair from the mainland, as is the practice now. Such an RT-PCR test should have been taken within 48 hours prior to commencement of journey from the origin airport connecting Port Blair. Such passengers will also have to undergo additional RT-PCR test on arrival at Port Blair. Such passengers shall remain in self-quarantine till the arrival of the test report.
  • If a passenger on arrival is tested positive then, the prescribed quarantine protocol is to be followed.
  • All Airlines shall ensure strict compliance of this order and observance of COVID Appropriate Behaviour. Any non-compliance shall invite action under Disaster Management Act and other applicable laws. 
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General Guidelines defined for traveling to Andaman Islands during COVID :

  1. The Tourism Activities are permitted only in South Andaman & North & Middle Andaman District except Nicobar District.
  2. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with home co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years advised not to travel for tourism purposes.
  3. Tourists/Visitors who are at higher risk due to some medical history are advised to take extra precautions.
  4. Tourists/visitors shall minimize contact with other staff and visitors as far as possible and zero contact policy should be followed at all tourist destinations.
  5. All tourists/visitors shall be briefed by the hotel concerned about do’s & don’ts to be mandatorily followed during their stay and movements.
  6. While travelling tourists/visitors should wear a face mask and carry their own sanitizer and wet wipes for personal use.
  7. At all tourist destinations, staff must wear face masks and wash/sanitize hands regularly while performing their duties.
  8. Arogya Setu App shall be mandatory for all incoming tourists/visitors.
  9. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. This involves strict practice of covering one’s mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly after use.
  10. The tourists/visitors on arrival at Port Blair airport have to undergo mandatory Covid-19 screening with RTPCR test free of cost. Thereafter the tourists/ visitors are allowed to move to their respective hotels. However, they will have to be under quarantine at Port Blair in their hotel rooms until the result of RTPCR tests are received. In case of RTPCR positive test results, the tourists/visitors shall remain in institutional quarantine in hotels notified by the Hoteliers Association in consent with the A&%N Administration, on rate as specified or to the designated hospital/ Covid 19 care centre on case to case basis.
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What are the guidelines for testing for tourists coming to Andaman after August 03 2021?

On arrival at Port Blair :

1. The tourists need to carry COVID-19 negative test report from mainland based 1CMR approved lab using Reverse Transcriptase-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RTPCR). However, the sample for RTPCR test should have been taken within 48 hours prior to starting the journey from the origin station. (For e.g. if the tourist takes a flight from Delhi at 0600 hrs. on 1st September, 2021, the sample for RTPCR test should have been taken not before 0600 hrs. on 30th August, 2021).

2. The tourists/visitors on arrival at Port Blair airport have to undergo mandatory Covid-19 screening with RTPCR test free of cost. Thereafter the tourists/visitors are allowed to move to their respective hotels. However, they will have to be under quarantine at Port Blair in their hotel rooms until the result of RTPCR tests are received. In case of RTPCR positive test results, the tourists/visitors shall remain in
institutional quarantine in hotels notified by the Hoteliers Association in consent with the A&N Administration, on rates as specified or to the designated hospital/ Covid-19 care centre on case-to-case basis.

3. Tourists may also have to undergo random Rapid Antigen Test conducted from time to time on payment basis as prescribed by A8N Administration.

What if the tourists test positive after arriving at the Andaman Islands?


If the tourists tests positive during their stay in the Islands, he/she will need to undergo institutional isolation as per existing health protocols. The
cost of such isolation for govt. facility will be paid by the tourists as fixed by the administration from time to time.

If the patient wants to stay at hotels, he/she can stay in the hotels if all the conditions below are met:

a) Patients are not symptomatic and not more than 60 years old.
b) Request/ undertaking is made by patient in writing.
c)lf allowed by doctors.

Hotels will make necessary arrangements to designate a part of their rooms for institutional isolation for this purpose.

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  • Regular flights to Port Blair (the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands) are operational now.
  • There are direct flights from Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, and Delhi.
  • Public transports like cabs, taxis, and bus services are also functional.
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Travellers should carefully follow social distancing norms and wear masks as well. Also, before making any booking, they should refer to the latest travel news on the government website of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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Introducing The Bharatpur Beach in Neil Island

Introducing The Bharatpur Beach in Neil Island
Date : 29 Aug 2024

Crowned as the Coral Kingdom of Andaman, Bharatpur Beach is a low tide gorgeous white sand beach, fringed with palm-coconut canopies and adorning turquoise waters. The soft sand lines the shore, along with crystal clear shallow waters, extending for nearly 500 meters into the sea that makes it one of those beaches where one can go halfway without being wet altogether. While the shallow waters near the shore are devoid of large rocks and hard corals, the sea further down is profound and boasts of a rich oceanic life. Take in all the beauty that envelopes you while relaxing after taking a dip in the shallow waters of the sea, and make this beach your sweet little escape!

Our Package

Getting There

One can reach Bharatpur Beach on Neil Island after travelling 40 kilometres from Port Blair. Government-operated ferries, as well as private ferries, shuttle between Neil Island and Port Blair, and it roughly takes 2 hours to reach the island. Upon reaching the Jetty, Bharatpur beach is hardly 500 metres away. There are signs and directions posted at the Jetty to make it easy for travellers. If you are staying the night, you can also hire an auto or rent a bicycle to explore the beaches at your pace and travel around the island. To ensure a hassle-free experience, book your ferry tickets at least two days in advance.

Be There Do That

Bharatpur beach is the only spot in Neil Island where water sports are permitted. Travellers can amaze themselves by taking a unique glass-bottomed boat ride where they get an opportunity to explore the corals and colourful fishes through the glass bottom of the boat. It is the best way to go underwater without getting wet. You can also snorkel in the pristine waters of this beach to witness one of the most stunning coral reefs up close. Diving underwater is another must-do in Bharatpur beach to peek at the striking display of marine life. The temperature and clear visibility of the water attracts many travellers for sea exploration in Neil Island. Indulging in the jet ski ride is one of the most casual water sports you can have in Bharatpur Beach. You ride the waves and revive yourself in the splash of cold seawater.? That is not all. At the right side of the beach lies a clear water lagoon with a backdrop of the cyan-coloured ocean. This location makes for a beautiful photo opportunity and is unmissable.

While You’re There

Note that the beach opens at 8 AM and closes at 5 PM.
All dives take place between 10 AM and 3 PM.
There are no entry charges/fees for the beach.
Treat yourself with various lip-smacking delicacies by trying the authentic seafood served here.
Negotiate, as the pricing for water sports varies from vendor to vendor.
There are plenty of stalls selling refreshments, coconuts, snacks and souvenirs.
Lastly, do not litter.

Closing Statement

Bharatpur Beach- A perfect beach that looks right out of a postcard as if an artist has painted it in his dream. You can rest on a hammock with a good book in hand, but then again, when the landscape is so alluring, how will you read the book! While you are here, chase magical sunrise and sunsets. One of the finest and magnificent beaches of Neil Island, Bharatpur Beach attracts a horde of tourists from all across the globe. Little shops dot the roads near the beach selling handicrafts, and other souvenirs. Though tourists visit Bharatpur Beach year-round, the best time to visit Bharatpur Beach is between October and May, as the sky is clear and the weather is pleasant.

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