Package tours to the Andaman Islands are several and there are distinct reasons why thousands of tourists flock to this tiny but exotic island off the Indian coast. Located 960 kms off the east coast of India, the islands go down in history for their scenic beauty, picturesque sea-scapes and breathtaking beaches. Many of the islands are inhabited by the local tribes that are one of the most traditional in the world. As a part of your holiday or adventure tours to the Andamans, you should know there are many things and places that are unique to this small archipelago and cannot be seen or done anywhere else in India.
1. Scuba Diving
Think of anything on, near or under water; then Andaman is where you need to be headed to. Andaman Islands in India are the only place where you can scuba dive. And you don’t even need to know swimming or plunge into the deep waters. Watching exotic sea life and schools of rare and colorful fish, under sea photography, getting trained as certified scuba divers or even getting wedded; these are only few of the many things you can do under water in these islands.
2. Snorkeling
Package tours to Andamans necessarily include snorkeling, one of the most preferred activities in the island. Snorkeling is done in shallow waters. You wear your eye gear and simply float on water surface to witness some of the most beautiful corals, fish and sea life in shallow waters. A mesmerizing blend of colors, textures and shades pass through as you selfishly absorb what you see and feel.
3. Visit to the Havelock Island
The first and only eco-friendly resort of the islands, the Havelock is located on reportedly the best beach in Asia. Set amidst seven acres of tropical rainforests, Havelock is home to vast stretches of bone-white sands. 18 beautifully designed exotic cottages propagate an important principle. To go eco-friendly and hence follow the barefoot principle. Havelock Islands is a perfect destination for scuba diving and other adventure tours.
4. Chidiya Tapu
The southernmost tip of the Andamans is the Chidiya Tapu. Located about 26 kms from Port Blair, the journey to Chidiya Tapu is through dense forests. Sun’s rays are not visible even during daytime in these forests. A number of exotic bird life, lush green mangroves and silver sands make Chidiya Tapu a perfect camping site. Sunsets here are the most popular activity in this destination.
5. Game fishing
A land of water and many fish, Andamans is also home to game fishing. Angling is a very popular sport in the Andamans. There are many unexplored water bodies in the islands that do not just make great destinations for adventure tours but also for game fishing. There is nothing like getting lost amidst the blue seas, a basic boat, gentle tides, fish and you.
Andamans have a lot to offer every tourist. Visits to Port Blair and the cellular jail and island hopping are some of the most popular activities in the islands.
