The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an archipelago living in solitude, statuary for serenity and exuberant beauty. This Union territory is a jewel in The Bay of Bengal. The exquisite beauty of its wonderous beaches and its flourishing greenery is just mind-boggling. The inimitable pearl white sand, the immaculate crystal-clear water, the verdant dense woods, and a sky painted a deep blue, patched with just enough silvery clouds for contrast. And that’s just the surface of the whole thing, metaphorically and also literally. For getting a greater understanding of its charm, we need to widen our perspectives. We need to dive a little deeper and soar a little higher. So, unleash your adventure-seeking side to fully discover a whole new world of pristine beauty.
If the beaches are so ravishing, just imagine how hard it would be to fathom the sublimity of the obscure underwater world. Well stop imagining and start exploring. You are in for a journey of a lifetime, full of amazement and adventure.
Here is the list of top 10 adventure activity that Andaman and Nicobar Islands can offer you.
1) SCUBA DIVING
It’s time for you to do some soul-surfing. Take a glance at the innate beauty of the vibrant and radiant life undersea. The deeper you go, the deeper you conceive. Seeing beauty in its purest form in complete silence, you will attain salvation. It’s among the best water sports in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Let’s start with an activity whose experience will be etched into your mind forever. Scuba diving in the Havelock island will leave you awestruck. It’s a harbour for divers from all across the world. Doesn’t matter if you are a rookie or a pro. Both will be equally fascinated by this soul-enriching experience. You can also have a unique experience of Night Diving. Lighthouse is famous for offering this unique emprise of night diving for PADI/SSI certified divers.
Neil Island should also be in your list for scuba diving sites if you truly are a prolific diver. Located at a distance of 40 km from the capital city, Port Blair, this island also has many distinctive things to offer.
2) SNORKELLING
Have an ardent desire to explore the elegance of the underwater world, but overwhelming fear of diving in too deep is holding you back? Well, don’t let your anxiety stop you from having a memory worth remembering. Commune with the marine life of Andaman and Nicobar while floating near the surface of the water. It’s one of the best water sports in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
This place furnishes many options to try this recreational activity. But snorkeling in the pristine water of Havelock Islands will vitalize your soul to the fullest. The while sand at the bottom through the transparent turquoise water is like a canvas to the most beautiful painting of marine life.
Get a soothing experience of the aquatic life through the azure water of the secluded land of Red Skin Island. Enjoy the tranquil Emprise and vivify your soul in the nourishing waters of this Island.
Some more sites which are also considered as a paradise for snorkel-lovers are the South Button and North Bay Island.
3) SEAPLANE RIDE
This is a flight-experience where there’s no chance of getting a jet-lag. Put in your earplugs for it’s about to get extremely loud and you won’t be covering your ears as you’ll be petrified by the dazzling view of Andaman from the skies. The luxury of cosily sitting in a plane and the exuberance of the aerial view of this union territory is what makes this trip worthwhile you are here. Do have a try at one this for it’s among the best activities to do in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Form a kinship with the cotton-like clouds, whilst looking down at the boundless blue canvas with drops of green and white blending with the blue giving birth to new shades of colours. The entire trip is worth every penny.
Seaplane Rides is a fairly novel activity in India, which you should undoubtedly put in your itinerary. This 15-minute trip is offered in Port Blair, Elephant Beach (Havelock Island), North Bay and Ross Island. These are among the most famous places in Andaman and Nicobar Islands to try this activity.
4) UNDERSEA WALKING
Just imagine a world where you are walking through the colourful garden of coral reefs and a storm of vibrant fishes swirling around you. Be in the paradise of a world where the terrain life and the aquatic life have formed liaisons. What a dreamy world it would be, right? This is no doubt one of the best adventure activities to do in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Step out of your imagination and experience this dream in the real world. This archipelago is a place of infinite offerings. Take a stroll through the underwater world in having a glance at the magnificent aquatic life through the transparent visor of your helmet. It offers a clear and unimpeded. This astounding view is sure to get your heart racing with the overwhelming amount of elation you’ll fee.
Undersea walk aka helmet diving is operated at Elephant Beach in Havelock Island and North Bay Beach near Port Blair falls under the best places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar Islands with family to try this activity.
5) BANANA BOAT RIDE
The banana boat ride is brimming with amusement, merrymaking and a surge in adrenaline from the high-speed ride through the surface of the wide expanse of water. A trip worth taking with friends and families. Take turns if your family is bigger than 6 members as the boat can’t accommodate more than that. This boat is connected to a speed boat which throttles through the entirety of this trip. This ride will replete of entertainment and furnish you a sense of adventure with your close-ones. Hop-on a banana-shaped boat and tightly hold your position, for there is a slight change the boat could tumble and you’ll be thrown into the water. But that too is fun in its way. This is no doubt one of the best adventure activities to do in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
The mildly undulating waves of North Bay Island is perfect to attempt this joy-ride. The unceasing battle with splashes of will become a source of refreshment for your mind and your body. This ride will take you across a trip through the open sea under a radius of 500m.
Rajiv Gandhi Sports Complex at Port Blair and Elephant Beach in Havelock also has accommodations for this activity.
6) SPEED BOATING
You ever felt like driving full-throttle on an empty road with no traffic. With millions of people commuting daily, this is no option as traffic and roads sound synonymous. Though Speed boating can be an even better substitute. That feeling of turbulent wind gushing through the skin and water splashing over the body is phenomenal. Andaman and Nicobar Islands with a panoramic view of the ocean is a hub of speed boating. This is also an efficient and adventurous means to cover most of the locations surrounding the island body. Surely this is one of the most exhillarating things to do in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Havelock Island tops the list with its speed boating facilities. Speed boating is also available at small islands near Port Blair. From exploring the coral reefs through the transparent floor speed boats or venturing through the white sand beaches, speed boating is a husky, daunting yet budget-friendly option to consider from.
7) PARASAILING
Kite flying is a very common activity that many of us have done at some point. Now imagine the kite soaring high and you are somehow shrunk and attached to that flying piece of paper. Isn’t the view spectacular from the top?
Parasailing is a very similar water sport in which the kite is replaced by an open parachute and the thread is towed by a motorboat. It’s a very real replacement of the imaginative simulation discussed above. The activation of the sympathetic nervous system and sensation of the heart-pounding on having a glance of the turquoise blue Andaman sea below you is just overwhelming. Don’t miss the chance to try this because it’s one of the best adventure activities in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Corbyn’s Cove beach in Port Blair is known for its parasailing activities. The instructors are well trained and the safety of the tourists is their prime concern. The tinkling sensation begins with the first pull of the boat and by the second pull you get the daily view from Superman’s perspective.
8) MANGROVE KAYAKING
India is widely popular for its large dense Mangroves. And Andaman Mangroves happen to occupy India’s 1/5th of the total Mangrove population. This tropical coastal vegetation that grows on the saline ocean water of Havelock Island, is blessed with a rich Bio-diversity. Explore the calming relief of Kayaking through the sea-coast fringed with dense and verdant mangroves. This is surely one of the most revitalizing activities to do in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
You will first go through training where you’ll get familiarized with the do’s and don’ts’ of how to use a kayak. This small training session takes place near Havelock Island Jetty. After this, you’ll begin your comforting journey through nature’s one of the most beautiful creations. Prepare yourself to fall in love with kayaking as you cruise through the thick green carpet of mangroves.
9) SPORT FISHING / ANGLING
The islands of Andaman and Nicobar are one of the most coveted destinations for anglers from all around the globe. This is due to Andaman’s profusely rich marine biodiversity. The spic-and-span water, the steep drop-offs and the nourishing aquatic life attract traveler from all over want to give a shot at sport fishing.
Travel to the most ideal places for fishing in Havelock Island through a speed boat capable of accommodating a maximum of 4 people. Get a sense of achievement by capturing the kingfish Mackerel, or a sailfish, or the Giant Trevally. This will surely go on your list of notable feats. This will assuredly be a thrilling experience and also a will make up for a nice piece of conversation with your friends in the next meetup.
10) DOLPHIN GLASS BOTTOM BOAT RIDE
Have tried too many watersports and not can stand the thought getting wet anymore, but still want to indulge yourself into the magnificent aquatic life of Andaman And Nicobar? Get ready for a luxurious ride sitting in the comfort of your cabin whilst revelling the view of the colourful coral reefs and the versatile aquatic life through the transparent visor beneath your feet. This is surely one of the best activities to do in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
The Andaman Dolphin Glass Botton Boat Ride offers a one of a kind experience at the sea. This is the only place all over India to offer this ride (or to experience its other variant have an off-shore trip to Australia). That is what makes it so peculiar and an experience worth trying once. I can guarantee you won’t regret trying this.
Wonderful post about top adventure activity that Andaman and Nicobar Islands. I was there last year can say these are perfectly chosen top things to do in Andaman and Nicobar Island. Thanks and I appreciate this. will recommend to our circles.