The Andaman Islands, located in the Bay of Bengal, are a group of over 300 islands that form part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. These islands are known for their pristine beaches, rich marine biodiversity, and colonial history

Top Attractions

1. Port Blair

   • Cellular Jail: A colonial prison used by the British, now a national memorial with a light and sound show.

   • Anthropological Museum: Insight into the indigenous tribes of the islands.

   • Ross Island: Former British administrative headquarters with ruins and deer roaming freely.

2. Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)

   • Radhanagar Beach: Voted as one of Asia’s best beaches; white sand and turquoise waters.

   • Elephant Beach: Popular for water sports like snorkeling and sea walking.

   • Kalapathar Beach: Quiet and scenic with black rocks and golden sand.

3. Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)

   • Natural Bridge: A beautiful rock formation also called "Howrah Bridge."

   • Ideal for a peaceful retreat and coral reef snorkeling.

4. Baratang Island

   • Limestone Caves: Natural formations accessed by boat and short jungle treks.

   • Mud Volcano: One of the few in India.

   • Parrot Island: Best visited at sunset when thousands of parrots return to roost.

5. North Bay & Ross Island

   • Great for coral reef exploration via glass-bottom boat rides, scuba diving, and snorkeling.

6. Cinque Island & Jolly Buoy

   • Part of Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park; ideal for snorkeling, scuba diving, and underwater photography

   • Popular Activities

     • Scuba Diving & Snorkeling (Havelock, Neil, North Bay)

     • Sea Walking (North Bay and Elephant Beach)

     • Kayaking through Mangroves

     • Island Hopping

     • Trekking (Mount Harriet, Chidiya Tapu)

     • Bird Watching (Chidiya Tapu, Parrot Island)

   • How to Reach

     • By Air: Direct flights to Port Blair (Veer Savarkar Airport) from Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru.

     • By Sea: Ships from Chennai, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam (takes 3–4 days, not common for tourists due to limited comfort).

   • Best Time to Visit

     • October to May: Ideal weather, calm seas, and best for water activities.

     • June to September: Monsoon season; travel and water sports may be restricted.