Question 1

Is scuba diving safe in Andaman?

Accepted Answer

Scuba Diving is absolutely safe in the Andamans and there are various options for beginners and experienced swimmers. Before you participate in anything, check for PADI or SSI certification of the guide divers.

Question 2

What is the cost of scuba diving in Andaman?

Accepted Answer

This varies according to place, number of dives, season and the package you pick but it typically costs around 6000 rupees to have a two-day experience with scuba diving.

Question 3

What can we shop in Andaman?

Accepted Answer

Pearls, Spices, Fishbone Articles, Timber Crafts, Shells, Jute Items and Nicobari Mats are some of the most popular handicraft, local items that double as souvenirs. Aberdeen Bazaar is a shopping hotspot.

Question 4

Is Andaman a dry state?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol is available on the islands but the availability of imported alcohol is extremely limited. Except for a few IMFL (Indian Made Foreign Liquor) bottles, the alcohol availability is restricted to mostly Indian brands.

Question 5

Can non swimmers do water sports in Andaman?

Accepted Answer

Definitely. There are versions customised for non-swimmers to engage in water sports here. Make sure to specify your requirements and the guides there will work out the best alternative for you.

Question 6

Which place is best for scuba diving in Andaman?

Accepted Answer

For beginners, there is the Aquarium and for others, there are Havelock Islands that have many dive destinations.

Question 7

What is the best time to visit Andaman?

Accepted Answer

That would be anytime during October and May or during their annual tourism festival in January.

Question 8

How to reach Andaman?

Accepted Answer

Andaman has great connectivity by air and by water. Frequent flights are available from Kolkata and Chennai to reach in 2-3 hours. The longest travel time would be from Delhi which takes about 5 hours. Alternatively, you can board a ship to get there from Vizag, Kolkata or Chennai which typically takes around 2-3 days.

Question 9

What are the best activities to engage in at Andaman?

Accepted Answer

Andaman is an admixture of many things. You can explore the lovely buildings in Port Blair, the pristine beaches or spend time underwater with the extensive marine life this place is home to.

Question 10

What is the ideal duration for a trip to the Andaman Island?

Accepted Answer

5 nights and 6 days is a perfect duration for a trip to the Andamans. This will leave you with enough time to cover the best destinations this place has to offer and board a flight back.

Question 11

Where is Andaman located?

Accepted Answer

Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a union territory of India consisting of 572 islands, of which 38 are inhabited, at the junction of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.

Question 12

Is a visa required to travel to Port Blair?

Accepted Answer

Andaman is very much a part of India and Port Blair is the capital city. No visa is required while travelling to Andaman.

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