Recommended Tourist Activities In Andaman Nicobar Islands

A sea holiday offers you the chance to snorkel, scuba dive and swim in complete isolation on sandy white beaches.

    You can go trekking on the nature trail from Mt. Harriet to Madhuban and enjoy the rare forest life watching wonderful flora and fauna. Island camping at Havelock is a good outdoor experience. Tents are available on hire at moderate rates from October to May during fair weather.

    The Andaman Islands is the ideal destination for scuba addicts!  If you aren’t, it is difficult to find a cheaper and more beautiful location to learn this art. The best dive sites for a day trip is in the vicinity of Cinque Island though the Government tax of Rs1000 for dives makes it a bit heavy on the avaerage pocket.

    One can enjoy the underwater marine life and view beautiful corals by snorkeling near the Andaman Water Sports Complex, Corbyn's Cove, M.G. Marine National Park, Havelock, Neil, Rangat and other places. It is best to bring along your own mask and snorkel. Hiring equipment requires a deposit of anything up to Rs 5000. Most snorkeling places close in early May due to the monsoons.

    The Government has invested in tourism by building the Andaman Water Sports Complex. This complex has all possible aqua sports facilities. Paddle boats, glass-bottom boats, aqua glide, kayaks, water scooters are available. The adventurous have plenty of options such as water skiing, wind surfing, speedboats, sailboats and para-sailboats.