Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a popular spot for scuba diving among tourists. Most popular island among all the islands for the dives however, is Havelock. It is an ideal diving destination for everyone, right from a novice to an experienced diver. In this article, I will tell you Andaman & Nicobar Islands tourist spots.
1. Radhanagar Beach
Radhanagar beach, one of the most popular beaches in India and also awarded the best beach in Asia by TIME magazine in 2004. The waters are sparkling blue and devoid of any wave action. There are a huge number of activities that one can do like scuba diving, snorkeling, boating, fishing etc.
The beach is especially popular for couples as it is almost vacant and the serene environment adds to the romance. One can also enjoy elephant rides here. The best way to enjoy the beauty of the beach is to take a camera and go on a long stroll and click photographs amidst the white sands and the blue waters, the sunset at this beach is a marvel to behold.
2. Neil Island
Neil Island is a perfect place for a romantic and an intimate holiday. Apart from its three picturesque beaches – Bharatpur, Sitapur and Lakshmanpur, it is also known for its rice farming and food cultivation. It’s inclination towards farming had made Neil Island a major supplier of vegetables in most regions of Andaman.
So, if you are someone who loves to ditch the crowd and wishes to spend time in peace and tranquillity, Neil Island will undoubtedly give you a memorable experience of a lifetime.
3. Ross and Smith Island
Ross and Smith Island are twin islands connected by a sandbar. Ross and Smith Island is the best places to visit in Andaman for those who seek virgin beaches having transparent turquoise water, exotic marine life, lush green tropical forests along with the village life.
This island is also the home to Olive Ridley turtles and if you plan to visit it during the nesting season, you can surely see the most beautiful sight of baby turtles hatching and taking their first steps towards the sea.
4. Mount Harriet National Park
Named after the third highest point in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Mount Harriet. The Mount Harriet National Park is known for its Andaman wild pigs, saltwater crocodiles, turtles, Tytler’s leaf warbler and robber crab. The park covers an area of approximately 47 square kilometers which is covered with a dense tropical moist montane forest.
5. Aamkunj Beach
The Amkunj beach in Rangat is one of the best ecotourism destinations in India that is managed by the forest officials at Rangat under the guidance of the DFO (Divisional Forest Officer). Being one of the turtle nesting beaches in Andaman, the Amkunj beach pulls in a large number of environmental enthusiasts. Close to the beach is the Eco Park that provides a friendly environment and is equipped with eco huts, trunk benches, log sofas, log teapoys and log stools.
6. Dhaninallah Mangrove Nature Walkway
Dhani Nallah Mangrove Nature Walkway and Beach is an exceptionally beautiful place on this planet. The place is famous for Turtle breeding. The walk is enticing, enthralling and exciting. You walk among the green, lush, short and tall alike Mangrove trees. On the walk way, there are small resting huts which provide you beautiful view of the mangroves and hearing of the birds’ chirpings. The Walkway ends on the white sand beach and the water is emerald blue. The beach is clean and white sand all around.
7. Panchavati Waterfalls
The Panchavati Hills falls in the outskirts of Rangat and is yet another beautiful place to be visited. It is a small hill and surrounded by rocks. A beautiful waterfall flows gently through this hills and this makes the rocks around slippery due to which trekking is not advised at this small hill.
8. Cuthbert Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
Cuthbert Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is situated at the coast of the Middle Andaman Islands of the Indian union territoryAndaman and Nicobar Islands comprising about 8 kilometres of the sandy beach. Around the sanctuary a calm village life wrapped in enchanting tranquillity can be enjoyed. The place exhibits virgin natural beauty with fresh breeze. Cuthbert Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is also considered as a nestling ground of turtles.
9. Elephant Beach
In Elephant Beach, the must see attractions and things to do are snorkelling and sea walking. Besides, you can explore other beaches like Govindnagar Beach, Radhanagar Brach and Kalapather Beach. Apart from that, you can enjoy the simple pleasures like sunbathing, scuba diving, surf riding, fishing, swimming, gazing at the sunset or sunrise, bird-watching, trekking, kayaking and more.
10. Alfred Caves
Alfred Caves lie in the Diglipur sub division near Ramnagar beach. To reach Alfred caves reach Kalara Junction and go to Ramnagar. Or else, board a bus from Diglipur bus stand and get down at Ramnagar. A trek through the primary jungle leads to Alfred caves-a cluster of amazing 41 caves. It is a den for swiftlets and fruit eating bats. Best time to visit the caves is from October to March. The caves with a very narrow entrance, open up into chain of small caves inside.
Summary
Andaman & Nicobar Island is a beutiful place to visit especially to those who are water lovers and prefer water sport. You should experience all these thing when you go there.
1 Comment