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21-Oct |
Closed |
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22-Oct |
31-Oct |
Operational |
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01-Nov |
04-Nov |
Closed |
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14-Nov |
Operational |
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15-Nov |
18-Nov |
Closed |
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28-Nov |
Operational |
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02-Dec |
Closed |
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12-Dec |
Operational |
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16-Dec |
Closed |
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26-Dec |
Operational |
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27-Dec |
30-Dec |
Closed |
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31-Dec |
09-Jan |
Operational |
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10-Jan |
13-Jan |
Closed |
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14-Jan |
23-Jan |
Operational |
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24-Jan |
27-Jan |
Closed |
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28-Jan |
06-Feb |
Operational |
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07-Feb |
10-Feb |
Closed |
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11-Feb |
20-Feb |
Operational |
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.
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.
When you are in Port Blair, the capital city of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, including Sippighat Agricultural Farm would be a great thing to do. It is easily accessible by road and is situated nearly fifteen kilometers from the capital town on the road to Wandoor. The farm is administered by Central Government Agricultural Research Institute that is responsible for pursuing scientific methods and studies for the improvement of spice produce and other plants cultivation. Spread over 80 acres of cultivated land, the farm grows cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and pepper. These are exported to different parts of the world. Adding to the attraction, Sippighat Agricultural Farm is a stop-over for many migratory birds. Therefore, it is a must-visit place for ornithologists or bird lovers. One can spot birds like Eurasian Curlew, Pacific Golden-Plover, Osprey or Fish Eating Eagle, white-bellied sea eagle, Andaman teal, large falcons, and narcondum hornbill on this farm.
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Overview
Visit the Sippighat Agriculture Farm if you are someone who is interested in agriculture and farming. It was established in ‘Soil Conservation and Demonstration Center’ in 1959 and was converted into a horticulture farm in 2003. The farm is spread over an area of 80 acres. It is a mass of cultivated greenery and it is engulfed by natural lush greenery and beauty as well.
The best cultivation practices that can be adopted in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are demonstrated at this farm. Along with providing information on multi-cropping, this is practiced here as well. One can find a wide variety of crops from spices like black pepper and vanilla to cash crops like coffee, etc. Medicinal plants are also grown here and you can read the best properties of these plants that are displayed. It would be really surprising to see what some of the backyard plants could do. For example, Aloe Vera that is grown everywhere is the best skin doctor and it also has other medicinal values.
Highlight
Tourists may not get to look around the whole farm but there is a small demonstration plot where you can see different kinds of plants being cultivated. There is also a small pathway around it that makes it easier and more efficient for the visitors to gain all the displayed information. Apart from that, you will find a number of different species of migratory birds at the farm. People from all over the world come to see this place to spot the Pacific Golden-Plover, Eurasian Curlew, Mongolian Plover, and other such birds.
The town enjoys an almost steady climate that makes it suitable for all kinds of adventurous activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, boating, etc. round the year. All these conditions are favorable for the growth of a number of crops. Some of the medicinal plants that are grown at the farm are as follows:
For some of you, Sippighat Agricultural Farm may feel like a plant nursery. Thus, include this place only if you have enough time.
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Things to do
You can take a stroll around the farm and get to look around different plants that are cultivated here. A small pathway is built around it so that you can easily roam around and gather all the information. Another attraction of Sippighat Agriculture Farm is the presence of several species of migratory birds. Thus, it is a sought-after place among ornithologists and birdwatchers. Owing to the same reason, photographers also love this place. Some of the birds that can be spotted here are Pacific Golden-Plover, Eurasian Curlew, Mongolian Plover, etc. So including this farm in your itinerary when you are in Port Blair would be a good decision.
There is a lot to do at the farm. All the activities are suitable for all age groups. Thus, whether you are travelling with family or friends, this place is a nice destination for everyone.
Nearby hotels
Port Blair has all kinds of hotels and resorts that are perfect for budget travellers as well as luxury travellers. There are a number of good accommodations nearby Sippighat Agriculture Farm where you can enjoy a comfortable stay. Some of the hotels are as follows:
Nearby places to eat
There are a number of eateries nearby Sippighat Agriculture Farm where you can enjoy a delicious meal along with refreshing drinks. Some of the restaurants are as follows:
Best time to visit
During the winter season in the Andaman Islands, temperatures sometimes hit a minimum of 20°C and occasionally touch 30°C too. This season is the most favorable time of the year to visit Sippighat Agriculture Farm as it offers a very pleasant feel. You can also catch up on the Island Tourism Festival and the Film Festival on your visit during this time of the year. In general also, this is the best time to explore the Andaman Islands.
How to reach
Sippighat Agriculture Farm is situated nearly fifteen kilometers from Port Blair on the road to Wandoor. It is easily accessible by road from the city. You can choose any of the following ways:
