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Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400098, India[Source](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q121834816) ### [Embassy of Belgium, New Delhi](https://india.diplomatie.belgium.be/) New Delhi 50-N Shantipath, Chanakyapuri 110021 New Delhi[Source](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q15216557) ### [embassy of Burkina Faso in India](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q107559879) New Delhi F-2/4 Vasant Vihar[Source](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q107559879) ### [embassy of Bulgaria in India](https://www.mfa.bg/embassies/india) New Delhi 16/17 Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri[Source](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q109332075) ### [Embassy of Bahrain, New Delhi](https://www.mofa.gov.bh/Default.aspx?tabid=5870) New Delhi A 16/2, Poorvi Marg, Vasant Vihar[Source](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q68170751) ### [embassy of Burundi in India](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q112111002) New Delhi B-4/1 Vasant Vihar[Source](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q112111002) ### [embassy of Bolivia in India](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q110614624) New Delhi E block, E-14/15, Vasant Vihar[Source](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q110614624) ### [Consulate General of Brazil, Mumbai](http://mumbai.itamaraty.gov.br/pt-br/) Mumbai Unit 12B, 12th floor, Bakhtawar Building, RN Goenka Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400 021[Source](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q80654284) ### [embassy of Brazil in India](http://novadelhi.itamaraty.gov.br/) New Delhi 8 Dr. A.P.J. 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Although part of politically, they are closer to and than to the Indian mainland. Most people come here for the beaches and , especially on and . ## Cities (Sri Vijaya Puram) — the laid-back capital of the archipelago and the only entry and exit point. Spend a day or two here walking around and enjoying fresh seafood and seeing a couple of the nearby sites like Ross Island, Viper Island & Bambooflat Island leading to Mount Harriet. — the largest town in the far north of the archipelago, it is a base for trips to the nearby – but check legality and rules of visits. — it is around 210 km from Port Blair, connected by boat and Andaman Trunk Road. — a relaxed destination, but known more as the gateway to the Mayabunder — headquarters of the district, well connected to Port Blair via 240 km of Andaman Trunk Road (ATR). The distance is 136 km by ferry. ## Other destinations In 2018, many islands were officially renamed. The new names have not been widely adopted, but are listed below in parentheses. — Baratang Island is primarily famous due to the limestone caves, which can be accessed via speed boat, and for its mud volcano. Barren Island — the island with the only active volcano in the whole of India. It is a restricted area within the Andaman Islands. Cinque Islands — great reefs for diving, can be visited with the general permit obtained on arrival in Port Blair, but has no lodging (Swaraj Dweep) — the most visited of the islands, with the most (although still limited) infrastructure. Famous for its beautiful beaches, especially Radhanagar, Elephant Beach and Kalapatthar, and great for snorkelling, scuba diving, jet skiing, parasailing, kayaking, etc. (on the Andaman Trunk Road, between Jarkatang and Mangroove Creek) — visits are illegal and highly inadvisable, as there is a severe risk of outsiders bringing infections to which the locals are not immune, and which thus can be deadly Jolly Buoy Island — a beautiful island where you can see underwater coral reefs, by snorkelling, or riding on glass-bottomed boats. This island requires prior permission to visit and does not have any food outlets, so pack your own food. Also, plastics are banned in this island. Typically 3–4 ferries from Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, leave daily morning around 9AM and return by 2–2:30PM. Private arrangements are also possible. — badly damaged from the 2004 tsunami, the island has recovered but is still among the less visited. — great if you're looking for Robinson Crusoe-style camping; no facilities, so you must bring all of your own gear and food, except that camping is illegal on public land and on beaches. — a volcanic island that is home to the narcondam hornbill. Normally restricted for tourists by the Indian Coast Guard. (Shaheed Dweep) — A small, beautiful island with amazing beaches like Bharatpur Beach, Laxmanpur Beach and Sitapur Beach and a natural bridge. Snorkelling, jet skiing, scuba diving, glass-bottom boat rides, etc. (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island) — the former headquarters of an Indian Penal Settlement Rutland Island — beautiful mangrove forest and coral reefs welcome you to this little visited and pristine island — legality of visits unclear. ## Understand 1,400 km from mainland India and 1,000 km from Thailand, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are one of the most remote spots on the planet. The original inhabitants are various aboriginal tribes, ethnically , who exist more or less out of the mainstream. There are some tribes, most notably the Sentinelese, who have had almost no contact with the rest of the world. Of nearly 600 islands, only 30 are open to foreign tourists, and all of these are in the Andamans. The islands exist in India's popular consciousness mainly because they were used as a penal colony during British rule to imprison rebels and freedom fighters, in addition to hardened criminals. The majority of people living on the islands are descendants of migrants from the mainland. Some of them descended from the prisoners. During , the Andamans were the only part of India that was, briefly, occupied by the Japanese. While notionally handed over to Subhash Chandra Bose's 'Free India", in practice the Japanese held the reins of power. The territory was run brutally — suspected resistance members were tortured and executed, and when food started to run out towards the end of the war, people were deported to uninhabited islands to fend for themselves. The islands were just north of the epicentre of the earthquake in 2004 and were the site of dozens of aftershocks. The Nicobars were badly hit by the resulting , while the Andamans escaped with a few bruises. Climate Port BlairClimateJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLow °C23.022.723.424.724.924.624.224.223.723.824.323.9High °C29.930.631.732.531.530.029.629.529.530.230.530.1Precipitation mm48.914.232.778.0407.2484.2448.5460.2505.2300.9221.8111.4 [Climate data](https://en.climate-data.org/asia/india/andaman-and-nicobar-islands/port-blair-29812/) of Mid-January to mid-May has the best weather, and often the best diving conditions. The days are mostly sunny at this time of year, and the sea is sometimes flat enough to reflect the clouds. The monsoon usually hits around late May and lasts until the end of July. This is probably the worst time to visit the islands as there are strong winds, frequent rain and low visibility underwater. From August to November there are some occasional showers and slightly rougher seas but diving can still be great during this period of the year. The weather often takes a turn for the worse from the month of December to early January. Geography The Andaman and Nicobar Islands stretch out almost 500 km in length, with the Andamans in the north and the in the south. The main island, aptly known as Great Andaman, is divided into three parts: North Andaman, Middle Andaman and South Andaman. The capital is on South Andaman. Visitor information [Andaman and Nicobar Islands Tourism](https://www.andamantourism.gov.in/) ## Talk The main spoken languages are , and . and English are widely understood by the inhabitants of the islands that are open to tourism. Nicobarese is the mother tongue of the Nicobar Islands and is understood by the tribes. Foreigners can hire a guide to communicate with local people. Most of the guides work as volunteers and have been serving tourists for many years. ## Get in Entry to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is highly controlled and regulated. All foreign nationals must register themselves upon arrival. Citizens and former citizens of , , and , and anyone having origins in these three countries will be denied entry unless they have permission from the Home Affairs Ministry. Visiting tribal reserve areas and the Nicobar group of islands is strictly prohibited for tourists. Since 2018, most foreigners can visit 30 islands in the Andamans, including basically all of those commonly visited by tourists, without a Restricted Area Permit (RAP). This includes South Andaman Island, Middle Andaman Island and Little Andaman Island (except tribal reserves), , , , , , North Passage and islands in the (excluding Boat Hobday Island, Twin Island, Tarmugli Island, Malay Island and Pluto Island). Overnight stays in the park are with permission only. Citizens and former citizens of the aforementioned three countries must still obtain a RAP to visit any part of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Indian nationals do not require a permit to visit the Andamans. Application on an official form should be addressed to the Deputy Commissioner, South Andaman District, Port Blair. By plane The primary way to reach the Andaman and Nicobar Islands by air is from the Indian mainland to . As of 2025 the islands have no direct international flights. The main airport of the islands is Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ) in Port Blair. A new, modern terminal capable of handling 5 million passengers per year was opened in 2023. There are no night flights as the airport is handed over to the Indian Air Force after 3PM. By boat It's possible to take a ship from (c. 60 hr), or (almost 4 days) to Port Blair. It is less expensive at only ₹1961 (as of November 2011). Facilities are basic, though and many prefer to sleep on the deck rather than in the cramped bunks. The ferries can take up to five days to arrive depending on weather and various other variables. This can be quite frustrating for many. The Bay of Bengal is not calm, and those who get seasickness easily should consider flying, instead. ## Get around Between islands The Andaman and Nicobar is a vast archipelago, and aside from some erratic, infrequent helicopter shuttles, passenger ferries are the only practical way to move between the islands. Both government and private operators serve the main routes between , (Swaraj Dweep), and (Shaheed Dweep). From October 2026 a daily private sailing also links Port Blair with , continuing on to Havelock. Government ferries The government-run Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) operates two kinds of vessels: small "tourist" ferries and larger "local" ferries. Fares are affordable at ₹150–500 one way from to , making this the cheapest option. However, government ferries are slower (3–4 hours vs 1.5–2 hours for private ferries), and tickets must be purchased at the Phoenix Bay jetty counter in — no online booking is available. Tourist ferries seat about 100 people in padded bucket seats in a notionally air-conditioned cabin (which can still get sweltering hot). While you can access the top deck, there are no seats, shade or shelter outside. Local ferries are considerably larger, seating up to 400 in two levels: padded "bunk" or "luxury" seating upstairs, and plain old benches on the "deck" downstairs. Neither class is air-conditioned, but ocean breezes keep temperatures tolerable, and a canteen dishes out chai, samosas and bottled water. Due to their larger size, they are more stable in heavy seas, but take about twice as long as tourist ferries. Private ferry operators Four private operators run air-conditioned catamaran services on the main inter-island routes, with journey times of 1.5–2.5 hours: [Makruzz](https://www.makruzz.com/) — The most established private operator. Runs Port Blair–Havelock and Havelock–Neil Island routes, plus (from 1 October 2026) a daily Port Blair––Havelock service, the first private ferry to Baratang. Offers Premium, Deluxe and Royal class seating depending on vessel. Tickets from ₹1,200–2,800 one way. [Nautika](https://gonautika.com/) — Premium catamaran service on the same routes as Makruzz. Known for comfortable interiors. Tickets from ₹1,200–2,800. Green Ocean — A budget-friendly private option with lower fares. Primarily runs the Port Blair–Havelock route. ITT Majestic — The newest operator. Runs the Port Blair–Havelock route. Private ferry tickets can be booked online through the operators' websites or through [ferry comparison platforms](https://www.bookyourferry.com/). During peak season (October–February), demand often exceeds supply, so book at least 2–3 days in advance. Services may be changed or cancelled at short notice due to inclement weather, notably cyclones in the Bay of Bengal. Within the islands Auto-rickshaws are available in and on . Taxis are available in Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island. All kinds of vehicles except for high end luxury vehicles are available to rent in the islands. Cab bookings can be done inside the airport on arrival from dedicated travel counter approved by the Airport Authority of India. Scooters and motorcycles used to be available for rent in and Havelock. In two-wheelers are the best option to get around, especially to Radhanagar beach. 2-wheeler rental will cost ₹400-500 per day excluding petrol and security deposit. ## See The only place with historical attractions of note is , which houses British-era colonial buildings, including the notorious Cellular Jail, and a few World War II bunkers dating from the brief Japanese occupation. Indira PointThe southernmost point of India. Listing reviewed2022-11-16 [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=6.754169&mlon=93.828331#map=16/6.754169/93.828331) ## Do Scan corals reefs in glass bottom boats off Jolly Buoy Island, at the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park at Wandoor, 29 km from Port Blair. See the only active volcano in India on Barren Island, but make sure it's smoking before you start on the overnight boat journey. The island is protected by the Indian Navy, and it is not possible to visit the Barren Islands. Don't take the Andaman Trunk Road. The ride is long, and the journey that takes you through some gorgeous reserve forests and up to Maya Bunder and beyond. Spot some sea cows and moon-bathe with plankton in a phosphorescent sea. Sea walking is a popular activity that allows visitors to explore the beautiful coral reefs and marine life of the Andaman Islands. The activity involves walking on the sea floor while wearing a special helmet that supplies air. This allows visitors to see the coral reefs and marine life up close without the need for diving or snorkelling. Scuba diving is the main dive destination, but the has reopened. is another possibility, enquire at Anugama Resort at Wandoor. The best dive sites in the Andamans are in remote locations and are impossible to get without a private yacht charter. The dive sites around Havelock are actually very ordinary by Andamans standards. The best diving in the Andamans is: Barren Island (an active volcano), Narcondam Island (an extinct volcano), Invisible Bank (an extensive seamount about 160 km southeast of Port Blair) and 4 spectacular but unnamed sea mounts off the west coast. There is also a good wreck dive just south of North Brother Island. There are a small number of companies that operate live aboard diving and adventure charters in the Andaman Islands. Be aware that many companies that advertise Andaman Islands trips have never been there before. Snorkelling Snorkelling is a fun, popular activity done at North Bay, MuaTerra Beach and . The equipment is cheap, and can be bought or rented. Surfing was possible on Island, but the island was devastated in the 2004 tsunami. National parks A national park in Wandoor on the Andaman Islands. [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=11.58544&mlon=92.61453#map=16/11.58544/92.61453) Middle Button Island National ParkSpotted deer can be found here. [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=12.1632&mlon=93.0134#map=16/12.1632/93.0134) Mount Harriet National ParkNamed after Harriet Tytler who did early work documenting the monuments of Delhi. Local nameMount Manipur National Park [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=11.7161&mlon=92.7339#map=16/11.7161/92.7339) North Button Island National ParkHome of the dugong, dolphin, water monitor and other animals. [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=12.1902&mlon=93.0405#map=16/12.1902/93.0405) Rani Jhansi Marine National ParkA national park known for its coral reefs and marine life. [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=12.13494&mlon=93.06764#map=16/12.13494/93.06764) Saddle Peak National ParkSurrounded by tropical vegetation and forest, many species can be found here. [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=13.0931&mlon=93.002#map=16/13.0931/93.002) South Button Island National ParkShallow water coral reefs popular for scuba diving. [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=12.1326&mlon=93.0113#map=16/12.1326/93.0113) Campbell Bay National ParkPart of the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve. Listing reviewed2022-11-16 [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=7.112778&mlon=93.761944#map=16/7.112778/93.761944) Galathea National ParkPart of the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve with rare species of plants and animals. Listing reviewed2022-11-16 [View location on map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=6.923&mlon=93.833#map=16/6.923/93.833) ## Buy In Port Blair, you will find main shopping centre offering variety of seashell and coral souvenirs. Aberdeen Bazaar is considered as a prime commercial centre which houses various government approved shops such as Khadi Udyog outlets and Cottage Industries Emporium. Apart from the main shopping centre, some other shopping places to explore include Prem Nagar, Machi Lane, Delanipur, Goalghar, Phoenix Bay and Junglighat. All these spots are within the range of 3-4 km from Aberdeen Bazar. The local furniture, made from local wood and mother of pearl jewellery, is well-known. Handicrafts made from cane, ashtrays walking sticks and some eye catching lamp shades created from coconut shell are ideal best souvenirs. Other popular souvenirs are: Nicobarese mats Straw hats Palm crafts Dried coral crafts Bamboo crafts Wood crafts made of paduk Beaded jewellery Mother of pearl artefacts like key chains and some other decorative items There are a plethora of cafés and restaurants, private and government shops. ## Eat Seafood is the order of the day. From upscale restaurants in to local dhabas on , fish abounds. Be prepared to pay a little more for good fish and seafood dishes than for standard Indian food, but it's well worth it. Basic Indian food is also available, and as cheap as on the mainland in most of the small dhabas. Resort restaurants on Havelock can also whip up a limited set of more or less Western dishes, but the resort restaurants are pretty expensive by Indian standards. ## Drink Fresh coconuts are popular and widely available. Alcohol is available in some restaurants and at 'English Beer & Wine Shops' in and on . The beers will not be cold except in local bars. Local bars are dingy and poorly lit, giving them a very eerie feel. There is no pub culture or nightclubs. ## Sleep There are a variety of hotels around the islands which are run by Andaman & Nicobar Tourism. You can book all A&N tourism hotels in person at A&N tourism in , by phone on +91 3192 232694, or by email on accomodationand.nic.in (but they do not have access to email). Hours are 8:30-11AM, 2-4PM. ## Stay safe In order to protect the indigenous Sentinelese tribe, it is illegal to visit North Sentinel Island unless you are permitted by the Indian government. A 3 km mi is enforced by the coast guard. Do not approach the island as you pose a deadly risk to the islanders through disease. There is also danger to your own life: the islanders kill people who attempt to visit the island. If you survive the visit you face up to 5 years prison time. permanent Foreign tourists and researchers must keep to security and administrative guidelines during visits to tribal areas in Andaman and Nicobar Islands The Andamans are a fairly safe destination. Tourism is still in its early stages which makes it almost hassle free. The Andaman Islands are, however, the home of some of the last uncontacted tribes of Eurasia. These tribes have resisted becoming a part of the globally connected world for a long time. The most famous example is the Sentinelese tribe, whose home is North Sentinel Island. They maintain their sovereignty over the island, and reject contact with the outside world. They have killed people who tried to contact them, and may shoot arrows at approaching boats. Travellers visiting , which features the only active volcano in India, should stay alert to official advisories, as access is restricted during periods of unrest. Boats are required to keep a safe distance from the island, and eruptions can release ash or gases that make the surrounding waters hazardous. Saltwater crocodiles are found throughout the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and frequently attack people. While saltwater crocodiles generally remain within the rivers and coastal mangrove swamps, they do occasionally travel within the open ocean where most human encounters occur. The main crocodile populations are around Little Andaman Island (Northern and Western sides), Interview Island and in the narrow straits that separate the main islands MacPhearson Strait, Andaman Strait, Homfrey Strait and Austen Strait. Crocodiles also inhabit many of the Nicobar Islands. ## Stay healthy Andaman and Nicobar are l, although generally not more than mainland India. ## Connect The Indian country code 91 applies, and the area code for the entire Andamans is 3192. So, from outside India, you dial +91 3192xxxxxx. Within India, you dial 03192xxxxxx (by mobile phone you can use the international format also locally). Mobile phone coverage used to be poor on many islands but is now much improved. State-owned BSNL, and private operators Airtel and Vodafone Idea (Vi) are the operators providing mobile services there. Landlines are frequent in Port Blair but more erratic as you move around the islands. Internet access is slow but tolerable in Port Blair. BSNL EVDO sticks on CDMA technology works best with speed up to 1 Mbit/s. BSNL 3G gives a speed of around 100 kbit/s and ADSL is un-serviceable most of the time. Private players like Airtel, Reliance Jio and Vi offer internet access through GPRS & EDGE which is pathetically slow. A project for the interconnectivity of the islands with an underwater international Chennai-Singapore marine cable is under construction. The mobile data network is weak whichever provider you choose to use. Free Wi-Fi is available in big hotels and restaurants. ## Respect Tourism is still relatively new in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and as such the visitor has a special responsibility in guiding its development. Remember that this is India — local women are very conservative in their attire, and if you'd like to show sensitivity to their feelings, consider dressing conservatively yourself. Alcohol should be consumed on the premises of your hotel only. The quiet and peacefulness of the islands are one of their best assets; help to maintain these. ## Go next - A beautiful coral atoll off India's western coast - sovereign state in South Asia, situated on an archipelago in the Arabian Sea - island country in Southeast Asia and Oceania. - island sovereign state off the eastern coast of Africa Text by Wikivoyage contributors. Article edition: 2026-09-20T17:50:56Z · [Source and revision](https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5368104) · [Authors and history](https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Andaman%20and%20Nicobar%20Islands&action=history) · [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) ## Local food ### Pescado tandoori Marinated roasted fish. ### Cangrejo masala Crab cooked with spices. ### Curry de langostinos Prawns in spiced sauce. ### Dosa Rice and pulse crepe from shared South Indian tradition. ## Local drinks ### Agua de coco Tender coconut water. Alcohol-free ### Chai Milk tea from Indian tradition. Alcohol-free Plan your itinerary ### Getting around Match stays to ferry services and avoid tight connections to important flights. ### Plan ahead Check island permissions; do not enter indigenous reserves or seek unauthorised contact. ### Culture and pace Visitor dining blends Indian traditions and seafood rather than representing every community. Local reading and routes ### [Port Blair](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Port_Blair) the laid-back capital of the archipelago and the only entry and exit point. Spend a day or two here walking around and enjoying fresh seafood and seeing a couple of the nearby sites like Ross Island, Viper Island & Bambooflat Island leading to Mount Harriet. ### [Diglipur](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Diglipur) the largest town in the far north of the archipelago, it is a base for trips to the nearby Smith and Ross Islands – but check legality and rules of visits. ### [Rangat](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Rangat) it is around 210 km from Port Blair, connected by boat and Andaman Trunk Road. ### [Wandoor](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Wandoor) a relaxed destination, but known more as the gateway to the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park ### [Mayabunder](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Andaman_and_Nicobar_Islands#Other_destinations) headquarters of the district, well connected to Port Blair via 240 km of Andaman Trunk Road (ATR). The distance is 136 km by ferry. ### [Baratang Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Baratang_Island) Baratang Island is primarily famous due to the limestone caves, which can be accessed via speed boat, and for its mud volcano. ### [Barren Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Andaman_and_Nicobar_Islands#Other_destinations) the island with the only active volcano in the whole of India. It is a restricted area within the Andaman Islands. ### [Cinque Islands](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Andaman_and_Nicobar_Islands#Other_destinations) great reefs for diving, can be visited with the general permit obtained on arrival in Port Blair, but has no lodging ### [Havelock Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Havelock_Island) the most visited of the islands, with the most (although still limited) infrastructure. Famous for its beautiful beaches, especially Radhanagar, Elephant Beach and Kalapatthar, and great for snorkelling, scuba diving, jet skiing, parasailing, kayaking, etc. ### [Jarwa Reserve](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Jarwa_Reserve) (on the Andaman Trunk Road, between Jarkatang and Mangroove Creek) — visits are illegal and highly inadvisable, as there is a severe risk of outsiders bringing infections to which the locals are not immune, and which thus can be deadly ### [Jolly Buoy Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Andaman_and_Nicobar_Islands#Other_destinations) a beautiful island where you can see underwater coral reefs, by snorkelling, or riding on glass-bottomed boats. This island requires prior permission to visit and does not have any food outlets, so pack your own food. Also, plastics are banned in this island. Typically 3–4 ferries from Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, leave daily morning around 9AM and return by 2–2:30PM. Private arrangements are also possible. ### [Little Andaman](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Little_Andaman) badly damaged from the 2004 tsunami, the island has recovered but is still among the less visited. ### [Long Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Long_Island_(Andamans)) great if you're looking for Robinson Crusoe-style camping; no facilities, so you must bring all of your own gear and food, except that camping is illegal on public land and on beaches. ### [Narcondam Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Narcondam_Island) a volcanic island that is home to the narcondam hornbill. Normally restricted for tourists by the Indian Coast Guard. ### [Neil Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Neil_Island) A small, beautiful island with amazing beaches like Bharatpur Beach, Laxmanpur Beach and Sitapur Beach and a natural bridge. Snorkelling, jet skiing, scuba diving, glass-bottom boat rides, etc. ### [Ross Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Ross_Island_(India)) the former headquarters of an Indian Penal Settlement ### [Rutland Island](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Andaman_and_Nicobar_Islands#Other_destinations) beautiful mangrove forest and coral reefs welcome you to this little visited and pristine island ### [Smith and Ross Islands](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Smith_and_Ross_Islands) legality of visits unclear. ### [Indira Point](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Andaman_and_Nicobar_Islands#See) The southernmost point of India. ## Sources [Incredible India](https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in/en/andaman-and-nicobar-islands/sri-vijaya-puram/food-guide-what-and-where-to-eat-in-sri-vijaya-puram) · [Incredible India](https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in/en/andaman-and-nicobar-islands)Wikivoyage contributors; selection, abridgement, translation and regional planning by TRIPGUROO · CC BY-SA 4.0 [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) · [Wikivoyage · Andaman and Nicobar Islands](https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5368104) [Guides by topic](https://tripguroo.com/en/travel/?view=topics)