All about Andaman
The best month to visit the Andaman’s would be between November to March. The monsoons can be erratic with high tidal waves and strong winds. October is one the best month to visit the Andaman Islands because the monsoons have passed and the weather is ideal for sightseeing and island hopping.
No passport or visa is required to visit the Andaman’s. Indian citizens don’t need a passport to visit the Andaman’s however, international travelers do.
You set sail from Chennai (MV Nancowry, MV Swaraj Deep), Kolkata or Visakhapatnam for Port Blair. The voyage ideally takes 3-4 days.
Yes, Andaman is safe and guarded. The highways are in good condition. The people are helpful and polite. The guides and teachers are friendly and welcoming. The presence of tourism police and designated lifeguards on the beaches ensures a secure stay. However, gaining some practical knowledge about the place is essential to be meticulous about the worst-case scenarios.
Veer Savarkar International Airport, situated near Port Blair is the main airport of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Approximately 2 kilometers south of the city.
Bengali, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, English, Nicobarese, Kurukh, Munda, Kharia [are the main languages spoken in the Andaman’s.
No, you don’t need a diving license but shall be offered pre-training. However, if you want to dive alone without any guide, you will need to be a Certified Open Water Diver.
Anywhere between 5-9 days is sufficient for touring the Andaman’s. Plan your day’s priory so that you can cover all the places you must visit in Andaman.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have a lot of adventurous activities to offer such as Snorkelling and Scuba Diving, Underwater Sea walking, Glass Bottom Boat Ride, Mangrove Kayaking, and Sea Plane ride.
The currency used in the Andaman Islands is the Indian Rupee (INR). Also, there are several ATMs and bank branches, so withdrawing cash won’t be a problem.
