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Andaman Tours Packages: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, located in the east of the Indian mainland geographically, float in splendid isolation in the Bay of Bengal. The Andaman & Nicobar Islands is unique destination not only in India but anywhere in the world. The Islands are shrouded in the mystery for centuries because of their inaccessability. A paragon of beauty, these islands present a landscape of scenic and picturesque extravaganza, shimmering like emeralds in the Bay of Bengal.The Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands Stretches over a length of more than 700 kilometres from North to south floating in the clear blue waters of Bay of Bengal, East of the Indian main land and consists of 572 emerald Islands (36 of which are inhabited), islets and rocks.  Islets numbering around 556, are covered with dense damp and evergreen forests and endless varieties of exotic flora and fauna. Most of these islands are in the Andaman Group, 24 of which are inhabited. In the Nicobar group 13 islands are inhabited. The Andaman and Nicobars are separated by the Ten Degree Channel which is 150 kilometres wide. 

These islands also boast of freedom fighting days, historically significant landmarks viz. Cellular Jail, Ross Island, Viper Island, Hopetown and Mount Harriet. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have been declared as two of the 218 endemic bird area of the world. As many as 270 species and sub-species of birds have been reported existing in these islands, 106 of them being endemic. The Andaman Wood Pigeon, Andaman Padauk and Dugong are declared as State Bird, State Tree and State Animal respectively. There are about 96 Wildlife Sanctuaries, nine National Parks and one Biosphere Reserve in the islands. Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is the best known sanctuary. These islands are blessed with the bounties of both south-west and north-east monsoons.Few Festivals are held in Andaman: Like Island Tourism Festival (14th to 24th January), Beach Festival (3 days in April), Music Festival/Monsoon Festival (4 days in May/June), Food Festival (4 days in September), World Tourism Day celebrations (27th September),  Film Festival (3 Days in November), etc. Details of the same can be obtained from the Tour consultants or agents. 

Do's and Dont's in Andaman

Do's

• Treat National Parks as they are sanctorum of our precious natural heritage.
• Obtain permits from the Chief Wildlife Warden for photography/videography/investigation inside a sanctuary or a Marine National Park.
• Make use of services of authorised Tourist Guides.
• While driving, follow the traffic rules, keep left.
• Carry legal documents like driving license, permit, passport etc.
• Consult life guards before entering the sea.
• Swim in safe areas only.
• Dispose of the garbage and plastics at proper places/dustbins.
• Do not pluck or damage corals.
• Take back only photographs and sweet memories leave behind only footprints and ripples.
• Obtain transit pass from the Deputy Conservator of Forest, Wildlife Division, Port Blair, to transport any wild animal/trophy, article etc. outside the islands.
• Foreign nationals are requested to obtain the Restricted Area Permit.
• Visit only permitted areas.
• Avail the service of Scuba Dive Instructors having certification of international professional organisation like PADI, CMAS, NAUI, BSAC, or SSI for safe diving experience.
• Keep the beaches and the environment clean.
• Observe decency and decorum in dress.
• On beach, parents are requested to keep an eye on their kids at all times.
• Please drink sufficient water to avoid dehydration.
• Please consult reception desk of Tourism Division  / tour operators / travel agents / Scuba Dive Centres.
  

Dont's

• Foreign Nationals should not enter the islands without required permit.
• Do not enter into restricted / tribal areas.
• Do not take video film or photographs inside Tribal Reserve areas of the indigenous tribes.
• While driving, follow the traffic rules, keep left. Carry legal documents like driving license, permit, passport etc.
• Do not take pictures of the Airport, Government Dockyard, Defence Establishments, Naval Wharf, Dhanikhari Dam and Chatham Saw Mill.
• Do not collect, destroy coral or touch/ break live coral. Please do not stand on the coral reef while snorkelling/Scuba Diving.
• Do not take video or film without permit, wherever such permits are required.
• Do not carry sea fans and seashells unless specific permits are obtained from the Fisheries Department.
• Do not throw garbage and plastic in public places, beaches and into the sea.
• Do not swim after consuming liquor.
• Do not light fire in Forests and Protected Areas as it not only destroys forests but also damages wildlife habitat.
• Person who commits breach of any of the conditions of the wildlife protections shall be punishable under law.
• Do not stay on the beaches or forest during night by putting up tents/hammocks.
• Nudity on beaches and public places is strictly forbidden.
• Do not enter in the National Parks without prior permission.
• Corals & Shells, collection of which are prohibited under Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.