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  • RT PCR report on arrival

    Updated: 14 Aug 2021
  • 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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Airport Transfer in Andaman

  •  Airport Transfer in Andaman

    Are you visiting the Andaman Islands? Have you made bookings for hotels and now looking for a reliable vehicle for airport transfers? Be absolutely relaxed! Andaman Island Travels is the best platform to book a car for your airport/hotel transfers or sightseeing on the island. The pre-arranged transportation will be provided to you between the airport and your final destination, whether it is a hotel, cruise port, or another local point of interest. You can also book the transfer at the end of your trip when you have to head back to the airport.

    After COVID-19 hit the whole world, the travel and hospitality industries are the worst affected. That’s why to bring things back to a certain level of normalcy, the companies coming under these two domains are being extra cautious. The highest level of sanitisation and social distancing parameters are being followed by tour operators that are making all your accommodation and transfer bookings. 

  • Airport Transfer Services in Andaman

    Located in Port Blair, Andaman Island Travels is a trustworthy company that is committed to take care of its guests as soon as they land here. It has a fleet of sanitised cars driven by highly professional and polite drivers. The moment you reach Veer Savarkar International Airport (also known as Port Blair Airport), your pre-arranged cab will be waiting for you at the arrival gate. It will drop you safely at your hotel or any other destination as per your requirement. The airport transfer service is available across the Andaman Islands. A stress-free car rental experience is ensured with superior services that cater to individual needs. Along with the airport transfer, you can book the cab for sightseeing as well when vacationing on this beautiful island.

    To book airport transfer service in the Andamans, all you need to do is share your contact and destination details with the experts of Andaman Island Travels. They will book a car for you that will pick you up from the airport and will also advise the best itinerary for your holidays.

  • Cab Transfer Services in Andaman

    A driver will meet you outside the airport, holding a placard with your name written on it. Whether you are travelling for business or leisure, you can book private cars, vans of any other vehicle depending on the number of people. The transfer will be organised to bring the esteemed guests directly from the airport to the desired destination.

    The topmost reason for choosing the service of airport transfer is convenience. By booking this, you save yourself and your family or partner from the stress of trying to hail a taxi or lug a heavy suitcase onto public transportation. Especially if you are coming off a long-haul flight, then you should have the satisfaction of all the transportation of being taken care of before you arrive at your destination airport. Also, the drivers can adjust pick-up times if there are delays as they monitor the flight of their passengers. And the best thing is that private airport transfer could be cost-effective when compared to taking a normal taxi. To book your own airport transfer, contact Andaman Island Travels for making all the arrangements for you.

  • Cab Transfer in Andaman
    p>You can also avail the shared airport transfer service. In this, a more spacious vehicle such as a van can be booked by multiple parties. This kind of transfer often operates on a regular schedule, unlike private transfers that can be scheduled at any time of day. These shared airport transfers may offer door-to-door service thereby drop you off at your hotel. But there are others too that will only bring you to a central hub in the Andaman Islands. A shared transfer can be booked for the guests, who are arriving at the airport around the same time. 

    The shared airport transfer is usually very cheap than the private one as the cost gets divided among everyone. Therefore, it is a great option for those travellers who seek convenience but do not want to pay an exorbitant fee. The only shortcoming in this kind of airport transfer is that you might be required to wait for other guests to arrive before your transfer departs.

While making arrangements for your vacation in the Andaman Islands, booking your flight and resort is not enough. You have to think in advance about how you will get from the airport to your accommodation. Or even from your hotel to the airport, for that matter. Pre-booking your airport transfer solves this problem. 

For a majority of the travellers, thinking about how to get to or from the airport usually isn’t included in their ‘to do’ list. Everyone books the flight and a comfortable hotel well in advance, but finding and booking an airport transfer is probably the least crucial for them. But the fact is that your vacation will be a little less stressful if you book a transfer before you leave home.

Whether you are travelling with your friends, family or significant other, booking an airport transfer before you leave will be the final piece in the trip puzzle. Your pre-booked transfers will let you travel easily and hassle-free, giving you more time to enjoy your holidays. If you are one of those who like to treat and pamper themselves while vacationing, then that begins from having a touch of luxury from the very starting. Everyone likes the idea of reaching the hotel in a private car. 

Hiring an airport transfer service in the Andaman Islands means that you get to the hotel or airport in time rather than wasting time finding taxis or navigate public transport last minute. If you have to reach the airport early in the morning, then you don’t want to worry if there will be a taxi around. The same goes for when you land. In your busy schedule and limited time in Andamans, you need to know that someone is there to pick you and drop you at the desired destination on time.

 

 

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