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.
Some of our memories in my life are with my family. From little squabbles to massive festivity preparations, family covers a big chunk of our memory album. And what better way to celebrate our families than go on an epic vacation? What about a beach vacation? Sounds amazing, doesn’t it? Are you already looking at the calendar for the dates? Selecting the perfect dates to travel may be very difficult, but what’s more difficult is to plan the itinerary. And that’s why Andaman Island Travels is here at your service. Andaman Island Travels curates and offers the best family holiday packages that would ensure that every single family is not just happy but will personally thank you for an amazing trip.
The family holiday packages offered by Andaman Island Travels take you to three of the most prominent and beautiful islands of the Andaman archipelago: Port Blair, Havelock Island, and Neil Island.
Port Blair: Go down memory lane in the Cellular Jail that traces India’s struggle for independence or indulge in local cultural shows and artefacts in the Anthropological Museum. You can also visit the Samudrika Naval Marine Museum to learn about the marine life and tribes of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. There are many beaches around Port Blair where you can enjoy different kinds of water sports.
Havelock Island: The queen of all the beaches in the Andamans, Havelock is home to one of Asia’s best beaches: Radhanagar Beach. The island also has many diving sites you or your family members can try scuba diving. Elephant Beach is best for wholesome fun as it has many water and beach activities.
Neil Island: Neil Island spells verdant and serene beauty. Go there to enjoy some quiet time with your family. You can also picnic by the beach or just take long strolls in the Bharatpur and Laxmanpur beaches. There’s also the stunning Howrah Bridge, which is a must-see for anyone going to Neil Island.
Diglipur Island: The Incredible Andaman Trip Package for 7 Nights & 8 Days offered by Andaman Travels also takes you to exotic Diglipur Island situated to the North of Port Blair. If you are a trekking enthusiast, take your family trekking to Saddle Peak, the highest point in Diglipur. The package also includes a day trip to Baratang Island where you can go kayaking in mangrove forests and explore the famous limestone caves.
The best part of getting an Andaman Island Travel’s family holiday package is that you don’t have to go through the hassle of finding the right place to stay or planning every detail of your trip. The package covers AC cab services, drop and pickup in many cases, hotel stays and ferry tickets between island trips. You can also choose a package that covers complimentary breakfast.
You can choose among different levels of your holiday package like Standard, Deluxe, Premium, and Superior.