5 Activities You Must Do In Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Clear blue waters, pristine beaches, stunning rainforests, gorgeous corals, ancient tribes, all in one place… sounds exotic? Well, head to the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, sooner than soonest. A tropical paradise in the real sense of the term, this extensive group of islands, will surely blow your mind away with its rich cover of flora and fauna. Here are 5 reasons why Andamans should be on the top of your travel list.

* Beach Bumming

Jewel blue seas, rippling gentle waves, white sand, sky-like silk curtains and horizon like a line of nickel-silver, when nature paints a canvas as picturesque as this one, the mind never wants to leave the place. Not for a second! The beaches in Andaman are very beautiful and calm throughout the day. Lazing around and soaking up the sun should be your priority number one in the Andamans.

* Water Activities

Venturing into the underwater realm is another adventure altogether. You can witness the marine life from up close through water activities such as scuba-diving, snorkelling and a deep sea walk. Looking for some adventure on the surface as well? Then give yourself that adrenaline rush with banana boat rides, Jet Skis and parasailing. There are plenty of things to do on Andaman’s beaches to keep your adventurous mode always on!

* Island Hopping

Ross Island and Neil Island are lovely half-day trips you can take from Port Blair and Havelock, respectively. You can explore the naval museum, cemetery and ruins of British administrative buildings at Ross Island or cycle through the beautiful beaches and villages at Neil island. Both these islands have their own unique character and you must visit at least one of them during your Andaman trip.

* Stargazing

One of the 572 islands that make for Andaman & Nicobar, Neil Island, is regarded as one of the finest coastal destinations for stargazing in India. It is here that you get to experience the majestic star-studded night sky from the seashore. There’s endless blue twinkling stars for company as far as you can see.

* Rainforest Discovery

Located at a distance of 20 km from Port Blair by ferry, Madhuban is a trekking area on the north-eastern side of Mount Harriet in South Andaman Island. With several indigenous flora and fauna, breath-taking natural beauty, lush green rainforest, wooden bridges and zig-zag ways, the trek from Madhuban to Mount Harriet demands attention.