What is the best time to visit the Andamans?

October to mid-May is the dry season. December to February is peak (book 2-3 months ahead). March-May is hottest but offers the best diving visibility. Avoid mid-May to September monsoon when ferries are cancelled often and many beaches are unsafe.

How many days are enough for Andaman?

6-8 nights for the classic Port Blair + Havelock + Neil circuit. Spend at least 3 nights in Havelock (the highlight) and 2 in Neil. Add 2-3 nights to do PADI Open Water certification or a Baratang day trip.

Do Indians need a permit for the Andamans?

Indian nationals are auto-issued a Restricted Area Permit (RAP) on arrival at Port Blair airport — no advance application, free, valid 30 days. Foreigners also get a 30-day RAP on arrival at IXZ. Some tribal-reserve areas and several islands are strictly off-limits to all visitors.

How do I reach Havelock from Port Blair?

Private speed ferries — Makruzz, Green Ocean, Nautika, ITT Majestic — take 1h 30m and cost INR 1,000-2,000 per leg. Book online 1-2 weeks ahead for peak season. Government ferries are cheaper but unreliable. Always keep a 1-day buffer between Havelock-Neil-Port Blair and your flight home.

Is scuba diving in Andaman worth it?

Absolutely — Havelock is India's best scuba diving destination with 15-25 m visibility, manta rays, turtles, sharks, soft and hard corals. Try-dive (no certification needed) is INR 4,500-6,500; PADI Open Water (3-4 days) INR 22,000-28,000. Reliable operators: Barefoot Scuba, Dive India, Doongi Dives.

How do I reach Andaman from Delhi, Mumbai or Bangalore?

Fly to Port Blair (IXZ). Direct flights from Chennai (2h), Kolkata (2h), Bangalore (2h 45m), Hyderabad (3h), Visakhapatnam (1h 30m). From Delhi and Mumbai, connect via Chennai or Kolkata (total 5-7 hours). Return tickets INR 7,000-22,000 depending on season.

Is vegetarian and Jain food easy in Andaman?

Yes in Port Blair and Havelock — most hotels and restaurants have wide veg menus, several pure-veg restaurants (especially Indian and South Indian). On Neil and smaller islands choices are limited; carry snacks if Jain (no onion-garlic). Most resorts can accommodate Jain requests with advance notice.

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