Floating in splendid isolation, east of the Indian mainland is the archipelago of 572 emerald islands, islets and rocks known as Andaman & Nicobar Islands. This Union Territory is stretched over an area of more than 700 KMs. From north to south with 36 inhabited islands. These undulating islands are covered with dense forests and endless variety of exotic flowers and birds. The topography of the islands is hilly and abounds in evergreen forests. The sandy beaches on the edge of meandering coastline are fringed with coconut palms that sway to the rhythm of the sea. The sea around the islands offers excellent scope for water sports. The rare flora and fauna, underwater marine life and corals, with crystal clear water and mangrove-lined creeks, offer a dream-view of the rare gifts of nature. The clean and wide roads, free of filth as well as unpolluted fresh air attract any nature-lover who seeks absolute peace and tranquility in the lap of Mother Nature. Adventure tourism like trekking, island camping, snorkeling, scuba diving etc are the real attractions. Indian Horizons welcomes you to visit these islands that would be a memorable lifetime experience.

Day 01 : Arrive Chennai
On arrival at the airport you would be welcome by the Indian Horizons representative and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at Chennai.

Day 02 : In Chennai
After breakfast Indian Horizons guide would escort you to the full day excursion to Mahabalipuram famous as a major seaport of the great Pallava Kings between 08 and 10th century AD and noted for its rock carvings and the shore temple. Overnight at Chennai.

Day 03 : Chennai - Port Blair
After breakfast Indian Horizons representative would escort you to the Chennai airport in time to connect flight to Port Blair. On arrival at the airport Indian Horizons representative would meet you and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon sight seeing tour of Port Blair visiting Cellular Jail a mute witness to the tortures meted out to the freedom fighters, Chatham Saw Mill, Gandhi Park, Anthropological Museum, Fisheries Museum, Samudrika (Naval Marine Museum). Evening experience the saga of the heroic freedom struggle is brought alive in a moving Son-et-Lumiere, shown daily at 7.15 PM. Overnight at Portblair.

Day 04 : In Port Blair
Full day excursions to Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Wandoor (29 Kms from Port Blair) and Cinque islands. Overnight at Portblair.

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is made up of open sea, creeks and fifteen small and large islands covering an area of 281.5 sq. Kms. One can see mangrove forests along the creeks and magnificent tropical forests, fascinating coral reefs and rare under-water marine life. The Park is the base to visit islands like Jolly Buoy, red Skin and Cinque famous for exotic marine-life, rare colourful under-water corals and mangrove creeks. Glass bottom boats help to take a closer look of the coral colonies, a memorable experience.

Day 05 : In Port Blair
After breakfast half day city tour of Chidiya Tapu (25 Kms. From Port Blair). Generally known as Bird Island, at the southern most tip of South Andaman, the lush green mangroves and the beach make it an ideal picnic site. The forest guest house situated on top of a hillock provide a fabulous view of isolated islands, submerged corals and breath-taking sunset. Overnight at Portblair.

Day 06 : In Port Blair
Full day at Andaman water sports complex. This is a unique sports complex in India in its own kind. There are facilities for safe water sports such a rowing Boats, Paddle Boats, Kayaks, Aqua-cycle, Aqua-glide, Bumper boats, etc., and Adventure water sports such as Water - skiing, Water scooters, Gemini boats, Para-sailing, sail boats, Wind-surfers, Speed boats, glass-bottom boats. Overnight at Portblair.

Day 07 : In Portblair
Morning after breakfast half-day tour of Corbyn's Cove Tourism Complex located at 7 Kms from the town is the coconut -palm fringed beach, ideal for swimming, surfing and sun -basking. Facilities like water sports, restaurant and bar, change room, etc., are also available. Overnight at Portblair.

Day 08 : Port Blair - Havelock Island
Morning after breakfast overnight trip Havelock Island (54 Kms from Port Blair). This Island offers beautiful sandy beaches and lush green forest. Island camping at Radha Nagar beach is a real exposure to the unpolluted nature for an environment lover. Overnight at Havelock Island.

Day 09 : Havelock Island - Port Blair
Morning boat transfer to Portblair. Overnight at Portblair.

Day 10 : Port Blair - Chennai - Flight Back Home
Morning after breakfast transfer to the airport to connect flight for Chennai and on arrival connect your flight back home.

Note : Entry Requirements
All foreign nationals can stay in the islands for 30 days. This can be extended by 15 days with permission. They require a permit to stay, which can easily be obtained on arrival at Port Blair (either by air or sea) from the immigration authorities. In addition permits can also be obtained from:
  (1) Indian Mission Overseas.
  (2) Foreigners Registration Offices at Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Calcutta.
  (3) The immigration authorities at the airports at Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Calcutta.

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