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.
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
General Guidelines defined for traveling to Andaman Islands during COVID :
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.
Diglipur is home to more than forty unexplored caves. Alfred Caves were one of them, named after the scientist who discovered them. These are limestone caves and are completely secluded due to the dense jungle. These are unique and thus, difficult to reach.
A trek to these caves is not meant for someone who is faint-hearted as one has to do strenuous trekking for about an hour through narrow jungle trails. October to April is the best time to visit the caves. Avoid the rainy season completely as the paths are slippery and extremely unsafe.
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You will be rewarded with mind-blowing natural attraction if you make your long journey far north in the Andaman Islands and visit Alfred Caves. If you are an adventure lover, then you should visit this natural marvel with enough time in your hands. The best time to visit is from October to April. The temperature is comparatively cool during this time.
If you are an adrenaline junkie who wants to visit Alfred Caves, then you should know in advance that it is a non-touristy and wild attraction. Therefore, luxury travellers may be a little disappointed and find it a bit tough. Make sure that you wear good shoes and carry plenty of water.
If you want to make prior arrangements for your transfers, then contact Andaman Island Travels, which is the most trusted name in the islands. It offers private cab service and the drivers are polite and take care of you in an absolutely professional manner. The highest standards for cabs and drivers are followed by the company. You don’t have to worry at all after booking cabs from this tour operator.
Andaman Island is so much more than only sea and sand. If you want to witness impressive natural attractions, then you should spend time in Diglipur. Include Alfred Caves in your travel itinerary if you want to see something rare. The caves have a narrow opening and it later opens up to several wide and small caves. Make sure that you follow all the instructions given by the guide as there are many Swiftlets and Fruit Eating Bats.
By the looks of it, however, you may find it a tiny dusty town. The infrastructure is still not developed completely keeping in mind the tourists. That is why, it is a bit tricky place to stay in if you are one of those tourists who prefer luxury vacations. Autos and taxis are pricey and buses have fixed timings. Scooters are also not available easily and tough to get hold of. Therefore, Diglipur is definitely not a basic tourist destination but if you are daring enough to reach here, then be ready for an adventure of a lifetime that cannot be experienced anywhere else!
Also popular for being natural habitats of Swiftlet birds, Alfred Caves have nests of these here. After birds leave their nests, their edible nests are sold that are a delicacy in the Chinese cuisine. Other animals such as bats are also found in the area. Make sure that you watch out for these animals and respect their habitat as well. The forest department is very strict about littering and destruction, and someone caught doing that is not spared.
Best Hotels where you can stay while visiting Diglipur are as follows:
Andaman Island Travels will take care of all your hotel bookings across the Andaman Islands. It offers a diverse variety of holiday packages that are carefully designed to keep in mind the requirements of its esteemed clients.
These packages can be customised also to suit individual preferences. The tour operating company has a reputation for planning an excellent vacation across the Andaman Islands. Its experienced team of professionals makes sure that you have a magical time here.
It understands that a vacation is among the most fun-filled days in one’s life and that’s why, the company ensures that all your wishes are fulfilled when it comes to a vacation in the Andamans.
Diglipur is located far up in the North Andaman, and is nearly 290 kilometers by road and 180 kilometers by sea from the capital city, Port Blair. You can choose to reach there by road, sea or air. However, the fastest and the most exciting option for travel, helicopters are definitely the best choice.
During the journey, you can have a look at the breathtaking aerial views of the emerald islands. This is totally worth the extra cost! But since the seats are limited that get full often, you should book at least one day in advance. You can check about the timings and fare at A&N Tourism Information Centre. There is also a baggage limitation.
You have to trek for nearly an hour through narrow jungle paths in order to reach Alfred Caves. It is recommended that you take a guide with you as it is quite tough to find the way through the entwined jungle trails. After walking for an hour, you will reach a forest and from here, you can hike to nearly two-three separate caves. Avoid visiting the caves in the monsoon season as the paths are unsafe and slippery.
Located in Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andaman Island Travels is a sought-after travel agency that specialises in offering the best holiday packages of the island. Its experienced team will book the best package for you only after close consultation with you.
The detailed itinerary will be planned after considering your preferences. The types of Andaman tour packages would depend on the destinations you want to visit, your choices, the number of tourists, inclusion/exclusion of flights and transfers, and other such factors.
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