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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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Water Sports at Baratang Island

Baratang Island: A general overview

“Heaven on Earth… Haven on Earth, where I want a permanent Berth.”

Out of the way and deep inside the unfrequented suburb of one of the most beautiful island chains on the planet, Andaman and Nicobar Islands (to which the above quote is dedicated), is the small island of Baratang.

It literally is a beauty pageant put up by nature, which is custom-tailored for all nature fanatics, travellers, explorers, and scenic photographers. With its immaculate beaches, idiosyncratic and unique species of corals, hypnotic aquamarine waters and above all seclusion from the hustle-bustle of regular life, Baratang is one of the few places on Earth that offers absolute peace of mind.

Locations

Baratang Island is located in the North and Middle district of Andaman, in the Bay of Bengal. The island encompasses an area of just 242.6 km2, which confirms the old saying “Size doesn’t matter”, in this case, size doesn’t matter where ‘blues and sands’ are concerned. It is about 150 km away from the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Island, Port Blair.

The island is only accessible from the capital and the round trip takes about 6-7 hours on a steamer and about 2.5 hours on a bus. As the island remains a tad bit less developed unlike others like Havelock Islands, getting hands on good accommodation can become a complication. Thus, Baratang is a one-day trip, even more so for time-constrained travellers.

Although, one may be able to find a good place to stay through local channels in Port Blair or after reaching the island.

Key attractions

Apart from the Baludera Beach, Baratang has a horde of other hotspots in the queue for tourists.

Some of the island’s prime attractions include the Mangrove Creeks where people have to ride a row-boat through a mangrove tunnel, Prehistoric Caves made of pure Limestone, a whole island home to varieties of parrots, an island that is shaped like a guitar and the only Volcanoes in India that don’t spew molten lava but mud!

Apart from these, there are several Baratang island watersports to enjoy.

The top beaches in Baratang Island

Baratang may not be as developed as its siblings, but its beach has already acquired the peak position in beach evolution. The Baludera beach at Baratang is special in its own way and has got its own story to tell.

Baludera Beach

Baludera Beach is a much-favored addition to the tranquil environment that Baratang offers. Those who want to escape the throng and take advantage of an isolated space should consider visiting this beach as it is one of the most unspoiled and less crowded beaches in Andaman and Nicobar.

The beach is situated at the eastern side of Baratang, is accessible via road from the main island and is at a distance of 9 km from Nilambur Jetty. It is completely uninhabited and is therefore an ideal place for those who want to take long walks beside the sea. Watching the sun rise as well as set here is also quite an experience to have.

Swimming in Baratang island is the most popular activity as the water here is not so deep, making it perfect for swimming where even children can enjoy rejuvenating dips in the sea. Other activities include elephant rides along the beach and staying in eco-friendly tree-top huts, both of which are must-have experiences for all kinds of travellers.

Why try out water sports?

Imagine observing beautiful and rare corals, speeding across the turquoise waters of an archipelago, interacting with unique marine creatures, swimming in clear waters under the sun, feeling weightless all the time!

Heart throbbing like crazy? Excitement taking over your body? Adrenaline rushing through your veins?

In Baratang, one can enjoy casual swimming, rowing, kayaking and speed boating. Moreover, the ‘pretty as a picture’ and reposeful environment of Baratang, with clear waters and superlative weather, makes it the perfect destination for these activities.

The best opportunities for water sports at Baratang Island

Some of the Baratang Island water sports to enjoy are as follows:

Baratang Island Swimming

Swimming is the most basic and amateur form of water sport that does not require any training. Adults and children alike can enjoy swimming in the unspoiled waters of Barantang. Those who can’t swim or suffer from some form of hydrophobia can acquire life-jackets from rental stores.

The most popular swimming in Baratang hotspot is the Baludera beach. Baludera, which is considered as one of the safest and completely unspoiled beaches in Andaman, is the idle destination if you want to take a dip under the sun and revitalize your spirit.

Rowing and Kayaking in Baratang

The mangrove creek, one of the attractions in Baratang, is a hidden yet enigmatic spot that is definitely worth a visit. Apart from witnessing the lush evergreen mangrove island, people can also enjoy Baratang Island Rowing through the creek or even opt for kayaking.

As this place is only accessible through boats and kayaks, the boat safari entailing the visit to Mangrove creek is surely a “once in a lifetime” experience. The natural waterway to the main mangrove island is quite narrow, which makes rowing through it that much fun and adventurous. You can opt for a traditional boat (for a group), or a rowboat, or a kayak.

Baratang Island Speed boating

Most of the tourist destinations in Baratang are not on the main island. As a result, sightseers have to take speed boat rides to reach various places like Mangrove Creek Island, Parrot Island, Limestone Caves, etc.

Basically, speed boating in Baratang is a means to reach the tourist hotspots, the ride itself is enticing and pretty entertaining, provided that all safety precautions, like wearing life-jackets, are followed. The sight of the ocean water churning beneath the powerful motors of the speed boat and the feeling of water splashing all over your face is a thrill that all adventurers have to experience.

People, who suffer from tachophobia or want calming boat rides, can go for glass-bottom boats in lieu of speed boats. These boats have see-through glass in place of the metallic bottom which allows people, onboard the boat, to see the marine life beneath the boat.

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