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Have you ever wanted to simply pack your bags and take yourself to Paradise? It may be with your soul mate or you could be simply wanting to go alone for that me – time, far away from the hustle and bustle of life! Or are you an adventure enthusiast? No matter what your calling is, the Andamans is just the right fit for your special getaway. So go ahead, plan your trip by booking your stay in the beautiful Havelock Island, Neil Island or in Port Blair itself and have a perfect vacation. You may also opt for the smaller beaches like the Govindnagar beach which has a lovely resort called Wild Orchid Resort. And while the travel bug has bit you, a tiny word of caution – Don’t wait for the last moment to get your bookings done. Indulge in travelling after reading these top 10 reasons to travel to the Andaman Islands now.
This tropical island has only two seasons – the summers and the monsoon. The island welcomes you with all its flora and fauna anytime of the year, but if you want to have the season’s best, it is between April and June. The temperature is between 24 degrees to 32 degrees Celsius. This makes the weather just lovely for sightseeing or a laid back afternoon in the resort. For the rush of adrenaline too, the weather makes it perfect for parasailing, or scuba diving in Andaman.
The best way to reach the Andamans is by ship. This will be a sojourn that you will never forget, I can bet you. The ship sets sail from Kolkata, Vishakapatnam or Chennai and harbours at Port Blair. Four to five days of sailing and it is destination ahoy. If you are a busy bee with not too much time to spare on sailing the high seas, air is the best option. So go ahead, fly over the clouds and land in the very beautiful Port Blair’s Veer Savarkar International Airport, from any of the major cities of India. To reach Neil Island or the Havelock Island you must take a ferry from Port Blair. The ferries are run by private operators or by the Government. One thing, you must keep in mind is that the Government ferries cannot be pre booked.
The sun and sands will beckon you to have the time of your life in a number of beaches like the Radhanagar Beach in the Havelock Island which has found a place in the list of the world’s best beaches. Some of the places you must visit in the Andamans are – Wandoor Beach which is in PortBlair, Laxmanpur Beach in the Neil Island, Long Island, Little Andaman, Clique Island and Diglipur Island with its limestone caves. Oh yes, if you want to see dolphins at play, do not miss a visit to the Lalaji Bay Beach. There is absolutely an abundance of exotic marine life and you will find a leatherback turtle or two creeping out at the Cuthbert Beach. Of course the dense forests of the Andamans have spotted deer, python and gecko, all of which you must shoot but only with the camera.
The Cellular Jail, where prisoners were sent beyond the black water or “kala pani” is a famous tourist attraction. It houses a hospital now but once you set your foot, the stories that you will get to hear from the old guide will give you goosebump moments. The light and sound show in the evenings will make you revisit history and enchant your evenings on the island with a touch of magic.
You can also go to the Ross Islands which home the remnants of the British headquarters. The earthquake in 1941shook up this island really bad but it still attracts a number of tourists.
Coral reefs and underwater life will soothe your senses and make you marvel at the wonders of Mother Nature in the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park in the Jolly Buoy Island.
The northern part of the Andamans, homes many indigenous tribes known as the Jarawa, who live a life which is completely capsuled from the modern chaos. The tribe of “Jarawas “ do not allow any outlanders visiting their precious habitat , but as the story goes -there was one freedom fighter of colonised British Indian domain who had found recluse in the islands and continued to dwell as their king.
No doubt, the Andamans is a place for beaches and only beaches flaunting their aquamarine wealth with anecdotes from history thrown in here and there. So after you are done sunbathing by the beaches, you can have a quiet nap on the hammock with your favourite read in hand. You look around and all you see is lush green flora, a warm breeze blows across your face all the time. There are also lavish cruise rides that one can experience. Watching the sunset atop the cruiser is an experience never to forget.
When on holiday, I keep saying to all you folks to stop counting the calories and simply gorge in the exotic seafood the island offers. The food is so very lip smacking that even if you are not a foodie, I promise you that you will turn into one.
The New Lighthouse Restaurant or the Red Snapper is perfect for a lavish dinner that will offer you an array of seafood and your favourite wine. I say – A lovely romantic evening with your partner or family dinner is a must to do on the list in this vacation.
The shacks by the beach also churn out exotic cocktails. The beaches are adorned with lovely cafes which serve fresh catch from the sea. So don’t miss trying these out while you take it easy in your colourful sarongs. After all what is a holiday in an island country without putting your feet up with your favourite food and drink in hand.
I am sure that you have started packing your bags halfway through this read and believe me this is going to be the most exciting and relaxed vacation of your life. In case you write any travel diary one day, when you turn those pages ten years down and as the gust of wind blows, you will still be feeling the salt in your mouth laden with beautiful memories.
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April 15, 2024 
