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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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Important Places of Andaman Islands

If you’re itching to visit some sandy white beaches with sparkly ocean waves, sunny blue skies, and serene backdrops, you should start planning for a trip to the Andaman Islands! The list of places to visit in Andamanand things to do is endless, whether you’re planning a family trip or a romantic trip with your significant other.

The best time to visit Andamans is during the autumn and winter months when there is little to no chance of rainfall, which can put your plans on hold.

If you do plan a trip to Andaman, here are some places that should make it on to your wish list.

  • Radhanagar Beach

    Radhanagar Beach

    Located on Havelock Island, Radhanagar beach’s shore is just spellbindingly pristine.

    Featured as the best Asian beach to visit by Time Magazine, the tantalizing sunsets on the shores of Radhanagarare akin to a jaunt in paradise.

    Radhanagar beach to do activities includes parasailing, glass boat rides, and scuba diving. Visitors can also enjoy freshly prepared seafood dishes and beverages by local vendors on the beach.

  • Elephant Beach

    Elephant Beach

    Another quaint little Havelock Island beach is the place to visit if you’re into water sports and trekking. The adjacent Mangrove forest connects directly to the shore, which is how you get to observe a lot of exotic marine wildlife.

    Water sports activities include snorkelling, diving, glass-boat rides, and sea walk at Elephant beach.

    The coral reefs around this beach are being conserved through the efforts of the community and authority because of which a sea walk would be the best choice to get enthralled by the marine life on display.

  • Cellular Jail

    Cellular Jail

    Being an old colonial prison, the cellular jail history is written in red. The place also known as ‘Kala Pani,’is where the British colonisers sent any captured freedom fighters and other prisoners.

    It serves as a National memorial these days and a grim reminder of our struggle for freedom. It is definitely on the list of places to explore while you’re in Port Blair.

  • Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

    Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

    This Marine Park was set up back in 1983 to serve as the focal point for conserving coral reefs and turtle nests. Located in Wandoor, this park covers 17 islands with untouched and tranquil shores.

    Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park timings depend on the weather. So, you should visit this spectacle of nature in the colder months, as the days are bearable with calm, cold nights at these times. The marine parks are home to some exotic fauna and flora, which can be observed while scuba diving or snorkelling.

  • Kala Pathar Beach

    Kala Pathar Beach

    Amongst the prettiest beaches in Havelock Island – Swaraj Dweep,Kala Pathar beach is a picture-perfect beach with glimmering blue waters and white sands. The place gets its name from adjoining big black rocks and the Black road street.

    Since this beach is not recommended for water sports and related activities, it doesn’t get as crowded as the other Havelock beaches.

    This is the place for you if you just wish to laze around and sunbathe.

  • Ross and Smith Island Beach

    Ross and Smith Island Beach

    Ross and Smith Island beaches are connected through a thin strip of the sandbank. These twin islands are the pride of North Andaman and are accessible through Diglipur.

    A special permit has to obtain before visiting the islands. Snorkelling and swimming are the most recommended activities to be done, although the islands do host a wildlife reserve and colonial ruins.

  • Mount Harriet and Madhuban

    Mount Harriet and Madhuban

    Mount Harriet national park, named after the wife of a British soldier Tytler, has the highest point on South Andaman. The Tytlers used to capture the scenic glory of the place through their camera, and the site is still as mesmerizing as it was back then.

    You can even spot Port Blair once you reach the peak. Mount Harriet trek will lead straight to Madhuban. Madhuban Beach used to be a camp for training elephants, and the visitors can enjoy birdwatching and hike along the shoreline now.

  • Museum Circuit

    Museum Circuit

    Museum circuit Andaman includes the museum that showcases the rich and dark past of the islands and also the exotic flora and fauna. There are museums such as the Sagarika museum, which have miniatures made out of wood and pearl artefacts on display. Sagarika also serves as a Government supported cottage emporium.

    The Anthropological museum exhibits depict the extinct and current tribes from the islands. Other museums like Samudrika, Forest, Fisheries, display naval artefacts, and marine wildlife.

  • Chidiya Tapu

    Chidiya Tapu

    The name is befitting, as the sight of chidiyatapu, birds flying around during sunset is worthy of being featured on a postcard! It is a tiny island with abundant mangrove swamps and forest cover. Situated close to port Blair, its sunset point is sworn by many to be the best in the Andamans.

    Apart from birdwatching, which is the main attraction of this place and rightfully so, visitors can go pearl hunting, sea walking, snorkelling, and scuba diving. Munda Pahad trek will bring you even closer to the wildlife, but it would be wise to go with a guide or a local to avoid getting lost in a dense forest.

  • Limestone Caves

    Limestone Caves

    While planning your trip to Andamans, you must have come across the Limestone caves Andaman. These caves are located on the Baratang Island, which is also populated by the Jarawa tribe.

    The island was kept away from prying eyes due to this very reason but has now been opened to visitors that are looking to experience mud volcanoes and mangrove jungles along with the million-year-old limestone caves.

  • Campbell Bay National Park

    Campbell Bay National Park

    Campbell Bay National Park is considered to be a part of the Nicobar biosphere. The only way to reach this secluded national park is through air from Port Blair to Campbell Bay.

    The southernmost point of India, the Indira point, is situated right here. Positioned adjacent to the GalatheaRiver, this park is home to giant crabs and macaques that eat them, tree ferns and beautiful orchids, and the endangered Nicobar pigeons.

  • Barren Island Volcano

    Barren Island Volcano

    A little island located in the Andaman Sea, Barren Island sports the only active volcano in South Asia. Barren Island volcano eruption was first observed back in 1787 and more recently in 2017.

    Curiously, it is inhabited by goats and other animals left behind by fleeing or stranded settlers. Apart from the goats, birds, and mammals that can adapt to the harsh environment around a spewing volcano can also be spotted.

    A trip to this island is a day only affair, and visitors are not allowed around the place once dusk falls. If you’re looking to have a swim with manta rays and coral reefs, scuba diving around the volcano is meant for you.

 

 

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