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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.
A negative RT PCR report has to be presented by all passengers on arrival.
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
General Guidelines defined for traveling to Andaman Islands during COVID :
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.
Planning to travel to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to chill and explore its diversity? Take your swimsuit along with you as the island is a storehouse of enthralling water sports. Adrenaline junkies from all over the world visit the Andamans to try their hand at various water sports here. The marine life of the Andaman Islands is extremely rich and spotting beautiful underwater creatures is definitely an unforgettable experience. The azure and calm waters make it an ideal destination for trying several water sports in Andaman Islands.
The untouched Indian union territory is known for offering exciting adventurous activities that can be enjoyed by swimmers as well as non-swimmers. Adventure seekers fall in love with the diversity of water sports that one can enjoy here. People of all age groups are sure to have a great vacation here as the island offers something for everyone.
For trying water sports in the Andaman Islands, the best time to visit there is post-monsoon, that is, the months between November and May. During this time, the water is peaceful and safe. The sky is cloudless as well.
The whole island is a treasure house of thrilling water sports but there are a few places that are perfect for these. These include Port Blair, Havelock Island, Neil Island, North Bay, and Jolly Buoy. The water of these places has the ideal current, which lets you make the most of your adventurous vacation in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Their crystal clear waters let you have a look at the marine life more closely.
There are some of the famed water sports in the Andaman Islands that you should definitely try during your vacation. These are as follows:
If you are a water baby and want to make the most of your vacation in the Andamans, then contact Andaman Island Travels to make all the bookings on your behalf that will include accommodation, airport transfer, ferry transfer, etc, along with booking slots for water sports in Andaman Islands. Its experienced staff will take care of all your requirements so that you can enjoy a hassle-free holiday in the lap of nature.
Jump on a Jet Boat and enjoy the most exciting ride on the water with Seakart. Seakart offers you an unforgettable watersports experience, perfect for couples, families and friends.
With a steering wheel, a paddle accelerator and push button engine on/off, the Seakart is extremely easy to drive. A Seakart can seat 3 people. One seat will be occupied by licensed instructor while the other two can be tourists. The licensed instructor will serve as a guide and supervisor whilst you drive your own Seakart.
One of the most exciting water sports in Andamans that catches one’s attention is the Banana Boat, where a banana-shaped boat in high speed takes one to a distant place and then it is flipped! This is absolutely a fun ride to take with your family and your loved ones. Visitors are given a proper brief before boarding the banana ride. Working similarly like a speedboat, the boats have a banana-like shape and are tied to a speed boat for acceleration.
Sea Walking is an enthralling experience and is a whole lot different from other water activities in Andaman. It is the perfect way to check out the Marine diversity and its beauty by Non-Swimmers. Sea Walk in Andaman Island is also one of the safest adventures to take part as lifeguards accompany you throughout the walk. People from all age groups ranging from 9 to 60 years old can avail this walk.
Banana Boat Ride in one of the most exciting water sports in Andamans that catches one’s attention is the Banana Boat, where a banana-shaped boat in high speed takes one to a distant place and then it is flipped! This is absolutely a fun ride to take with your family and your loved ones. Visitors are given a proper brief before boarding the banana ride. Working similarly like a speedboat, the boats have a banana-like shape and are tied to a speedboat for acceleration.
Explore the mysteries of underwater with the Glass bottom boat rides in Andaman. The boats are dolphin-shaped and glass-bottomed. Acquaint yourselves with all the colourful beings hiding in the kaleidoscopic coral reefs which are visible from the glass bottom. A bit of relaxation where you feel safe behind glass, the ride lets you get up close to different marine species on the sea. Glass bottom boat ride of the Andaman is an activity full of fun and excitement. The sight of colourful and dramatic corals are beautiful to look at. Underwater experience can give you a lot of joy as you go deeper into the sea.
Kayaking is one such experience that can give you the much-needed thrill and make your holiday one-of-its-kind. Andamans is a prominent destination for water sports, and kayaking is often received very well by travellers all around the world. A kayak is a canoe like boat which is low-to-the-water in which the paddler has to sit facing forward, placing his legs in front while using a double-bladed paddle to pull front-to-back on one side and then the other. This is a water activity that could accommodate maximum six people in a Kayak and is ideal for travellers who come for group vacations with family & friends.
Parasailing, also known as parascending or parakiting, is a recreational kiting activity where a person is towed behind a vehicle (usually a boat) while attached to a specially designed canopy wing that resembles a parachute, known as a parasail wing. As an adventurous activity enjoyed by most of the travellers, it is the safest and thrilling water sport activity for the non- swimmers. Experience this water activity in Andaman to have the best of your times on this island. Once in your lifetime, you should go for parasailing in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. You can add spice to your life by including parasailing in your bucket list.
Parasailing in Andaman Islands first started its operations at Corbyn’s Cove Beach, Port Blair and also at North Bay Island. This activity gives you a chance to look at the beautiful island from an excellent perspective. All the safety measures to keep you safe and sound during the trip are looked into carefully by the experts.
The marine life of Andamans and its coral reefs are a well-known tourist attraction, bringing in scores of people from India and all over the world over the world come to see. Coral Safari is a beautiful submarine tour to explore coral beauty. The deep and calm waters of the Andaman is a perfect spot for coral exploration. The standstill gesture of the dramatic corals can leave you mesmerized. It can be done amidst the crystal-clear waters in an air-conditioned cabin, feasting your eyes on some of the most beautiful fishes and exotic marine life.
Game Fishing or sport fishing is a term given to recreational fishing for leisure and adventure. The anglers love to chase fish for the sheer thrill of the sport and love for the fish. The sport involves catch and releases practise aimed at building awareness and conversation of fish species. It also provides an opportunity for anglers to learn about fishing which is a very adventurous and competitive sport involving various skills but also to learn about various species and the importance of their conversation.
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