Travel Tips to visit Andaman Islands
Tips for Visitors
Do's
- All visitors please confirmed the air tickets and accommodation in advance before proceeding to the Andaman Island to avoid accommodation problems.
- Foreign nationals should obtain the required permit from the immigration authorities soon after landing on the island at Airport / Harbour.
- Visit the permitted areas in the Islands only.
- Please carry legal documents like permit, passport for foreign nationals and any valid ID cards for Indians for identity.
- Swim in safe area only and consult life guards before entering sea.
- Keep the beaches and the environment clean. Please avoid using Polybags and use jute/cotton & paper bags.
- Dispose of the garbage at proper places/dustbins and avoid plastic.
- Observe decency and decorum in dress.
- Avail the service of Scuba Dive instructors having certification of international / professional organizations like PADI, CMAS, NAUI, BSAC and SSI for safe diving experience.
- Please follow the rules & policy while passing through Tribal areas.
- On beach, parents are requested to keep an eye on your kids at all times.
- Please drink sufficient water to avoid dehydration.
- Please pick up your bags and bottle while leaving the visiting spot.
Don'ts
- 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.
- Do not carry sea fans and seashells unless specific permits are obtained from Fisheries Department.
- Do not light fire in forest areas.
- Do not stay on the beaches or forest during nights by putting up down tents/hammocks.
- Nudity on beaches and public places is forbidden.
- Do not enter the National Parks without permission.
