Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands Travel Forum

I appreciate the helpful replies I received in response to my previous question. I am now wondering if anyone knows how long the permits are good for.

Thanks

Dentisto Dave

Is it necessary to have a special permit over and above an Indian Visa to visit the Andaman Islands.

Thank you.

Dentisto

Hi,

We are thinking about flying from Chennai to Port Blair for about 5 days in january. It seems Spicejet offer the cheapest flights though these are still quite expensive.

Are there any cheaper airlines that fly from southern India to Port Blair?
Can we book flights through their website here in the UK?
Would it be cheaper to wait until we are in India to book?
What is the availability of these flights - ie. is it better to book early?

Many thanks,
Cherry

Haloha,

Can anyone tell me if there is a Royal Thai embassy on either one of the Andaman or Nicobar Islands? I have been dreaming of this trip for a long time, got the visa for the islands now I only need to make sure I can get back to Koh Samui were I’m doing an Internship. For this I will need to renew my Non ED visa for Thailand and was hoping to do this on one of the islands or somewhere on my way to or from there.

Ps: any information on how to get there from Thailand and on were to find the best surf around half September would be greatly appreciated as well!!

Could someone tell us wat the weather could be like in july?
Should we expect a heavy moonsoon and a lot of mosquitos?

I will be visiting A&N with my Fiancee during end of June.
what are some of the good places to visit. What other fun
activities are available. What would make an exotic stay.

I am planning a travel to Andaman Nicobar with my girlfriend during last week of June.

How is the weather during this time (temerapure, humidity and rain). Will it play a spoil sport.

Hi Friends,

I have a choice to make.

Hotel Sinclair or Peerless beach resort ?

Which one is better. Rates are almost similar for a 5 Nights / 6 days package. Sinclair has dinner & breakfast included while Peerless has only breakfast included.

I want to compare
Location
Food
Acessbility from Main City
Accomodation / Room

Any feedback would be welcome. Thanks.

Ronak.

Dear Friends,

We are planning to stay 7 nights in Andaman Nicobar.
Can some one give some info + hotel advice (not very exp)+ other places that can be covered from here...

Thanks in advance

Rgds/Chirag

how much would 2 people need for 2 weeks of budget-lifestyle in the andamans?

I'm planning to stay a few days on Havelock early January.
I'm wondering which hotel/resort to choose.
What are the pros/cons of

Silversands
Barefoot/Jungle
Wild Orchid

Many thanks for your help !
Dani

hi.. can you give me an event calander for the international island festival.. one of the privious years wil be good.. thanks.

is this possible? I am finding possible information on ships leaving from chennai about once a week, but nothing about getting to thailand. We have the time to spare and don't want to fly more than we need to. Plus we are on a fairly short budget.
By the way, has the situation on the islands improved enough that tourists are ok to come? (All of these questions apply to our trip that will begin in may 2006)
if anyone has any advice, it would be welcome!

Hi
I am visiting chennai, and dying to go to some clean, unpolluted , people-less beach ! heard that the andamans are great and just 2 hrs from here by flight...
wondering if the monsoons would be on full blast in the 2nd week of july (july 16th to 20th), or whether i could actually go there..dont scuba, so more like tons of snorkelling and beaching

tafuting

We were planning to go to the Andamans in April. Flying from Chennai to Port Blair. After the Tsunami, I'd like to find out about the situation in the big Andaman.
Are tourists allowed ? It is possible to stay at hotels?
Is help wanted?
In Europe, we hear a lot about Thailand being ready for business, and hoping to see tourists back, but we do not hear about the Andamans.
Thank you for information!

HAS ANYONE SEEN MY FRIEND STEFAN BREICHLER IN PORT BLAIR: PLEASE LET ME KNOW
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has anybody some good information about the situation on the andaman islands? i heard communication broke down and all that ***. if you have sth for me, please contact me!

thanx

I'm finding difficulty getting any independant advice on whether I need anti-malarial medication for week-long visit to the andaman islands. Can anyone help?

Hi , I'm planning to go to the Andaman islands, I'm keen on normal hiking and snorkeling. can anyone suggest which is the best area to stay in?
and is the rain that bad during August?

thank you for any help
steve

Hi All,

I'm heading to the Andaman Islands In October 2004 for four weeks. Could any one tell me what my expected daily budget is for medium style accomodation and food etc?

Thanks Very Much,
Victoria

In Andaman and Lakshadweep, are there any Full moon/Rave/Trance parties like the ones in Goa and Koh Phagan?

Hello friends !

could anyone tell me the flight details between Port Blair and Bangkok. Its return fare and other details.

rgds/suhail ahmed
India

Does anyone have any info on flights, visas, permits, Beach accomodation, ect. to do a three week journey to Andaman and Nicobar early next year (2005) from the UK?

is july-aug right time to travel there and if so what are dos and donts. how much will it cost in INR per person.is there a family packages offered?

We are planning an anthropologist expedition to the Nicobar islands to visit the tribes living isolated from the outside world. Does anybody know how to get a permit to go there and how to meet the tribes? What are the cost?

I'll go to the Andaman Island very next time.
I have a question about bank and Money.
Is it posible to get Money from a cash dispenser or is that not possible on the andaman Island.

What abput havelook?
Is there a bank or Moneychanger ?

What kind og Money is the best ?

Traveller checks, Euro or Dollar? Kredit card or cash
Thanks in advance

Andreas

Hi,

Me and a mate are heading to the Andamans in search of some secluded waves and cultural relaxation in September 2004. Is the monsoon season a problem? Is it still worth going during that period of the year? And just incase anyone has been there, has anyone seen any surfable waves in the area?

Thanks alot guys,

Michael.

I will go to the Andaman Island in Feb. or March 2004. Unfortunaly i have only 2 mayby 3 Weeks holiday.
What is the best way to the Island. It is also possible to fly over Thailand or Malysia.

And the important question. Where is the best Place to stay. I' m looking for a quiet and natural Beach with smal Bungalow or Huts and good for snorkling.

Regards from the cold an rainy Germany
Andreas

unfortunately august is the only month I can come to the islands. Is the weather THAT bad? Will I have to stay locked in a hotel room all day long? Please help...

How long will it take to travel from Chennai to Andaman & Nicobar islands via Ship?