We all have travel diaries, don’t we? Travels diaries of the nature lover, the wildlife lover and then there are the travel diaries of an adventure junkie; all include places that you feel fit the bill. But then, what is extremely important about this diary is that you keep updating it. For instance, if you are the keeper of the adventure diaries, have you included Andamans in your list yet? Erstwhile, Andamans was a favorite among those seeking to dip their toes in the sea and rub some sand on their feet while enjoying the pristine beauty of the place. All you could do for an adrenaline rush was to take a swim in the waters. Now, it should be the name on your next travel bookings if the thrill of adventure sports is what makes your vacation fulfilling. Most of these adventure water activities are centered at Port Blair and the neighbouring islands.
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Glass bottom boating is a popular activity in the Andaman Islands, which are known for their beautiful coral reefs and marine life. This activity involves a boat with a glass bottom, which allows you to see the underwater world without getting wet. There are several places in the Andaman Islands where you can enjoy glass bottom boating. One of the most popular destinations is the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park in Wandoor, which is located about 30 kilometers from Port Blair. This park is home to some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the Andaman Islands, and glass bottom boats are available here for visitors to explore the marine life.
Let’s start with baby steps and what better way to start your adventure journey in Andamans than taking a banana boat ride. As the name suggests, the ride is shaped like a banana and can seat as many as six people. The boat is tied behind a speedboat, to gain initial speed while you take a little ride in the waters. And just when you feel that you seem to have wasted your money and time on a boring ride, the instructor upturns the banana boat, toppling you into the sea near the shore. Every rider wears a life jacket, so you can enjoy this super-fun water sport even if you are a non-swimmer.
Before you start to feel ‘meh’ about this one, imagine yourself in close encounters with the magnificent aquatic life that Andamans has to offer, it being the first undersea walking destination of India. Undersea Walking is one activity that can be enjoyed even by amateurs. All you need to do is plop on a helmet and walk underwater on the seabed while enjoying the superb scenery around you. This activity does not involve any tricky equipment and the instructor walks along with you underwater. At the end of the adventure, you can collect the videos or pictures taken by the instructor of you, admiring the sea life with an open mouth and eyes spread wide with wonder. Elephanta Caves are a good place for some sublime sea walking experience but they are closed for the period from May to September.
This one does require some swimming skills for it requires you to swim underwater at the colorful reefs of Havelock Island in Andamans. The coral reefs and the colorful marine life create an amazing masterpiece underwater, while you swim in the shimmering crystal clear waters at the North Bay Island of Andamans. Don’t be surprised if you spot a little ‘Nemo’ or ‘Dory’ near you, admiring you just as you are admiring them. Some of the best spots in Andamans for snorkeling are North Bay, Elephant beach, and Jolly Bouy, and it is one activity that you can enjoy all the year round in Andamans.
If you can handle the barrage of equipment that comes along with this activity, then, this should top your list of activities to do in Andamans. Once inside the water, the rewards that come to you in the form of seeing that giant turtle or a lobster swim right next to you or a school of fishes coming out of the magnificent coral reefs will far exceed the little weight of the equipment. You do not need to be extremely proficient in swimming to enjoy scuba diving. A lifeguard accompanies you on your underwater stroll and he can show you some beautiful spots underwater. Elephanta caves with its bluish-green hues of water, lined with white sandy beaches are perfect for scuba diving. January to May is when you should take book some Andamans Holiday Packages for scuba diving.
You don’t know swimming but deep down if you are an adventure sports fanatic, then, Parasailing is just the activity for you to indulge in Andamans. This is one water and air adventure sport that gives you the best of both worlds. You can enjoy the aerial view of Andamans while sailing mid-air over the sea. Harnessed from a parachute which is tied behind a motorboat, this adventure activity is superbly thrilling.
Vroom goes the ski, splashing you with water while your heart is racing at an astronomical pace with the thrill that you feel. Jet Skiing requires a little skill but once you have mastered it, there is no better water sports activity to do in Andamans. In case you feel a little jittery an instructor can always accompany you on your ride.
An adventure water sports activity that is trending in Andamans these days is surfing, which tops the charts for adrenaline pulsing sports. The exhilaration experienced will know no bounds while you surf on the not so rough waters at Little Andaman. The best time for surfing here is from mid-February to April.
The mangroves at Mayabunder and the Havelock Islands in Andamans offer this adventure activity. You can witness some gorgeous wildlife while kayaking and enjoy the serenity that will encompass you. Perfect for taking some amazing pictures, you can easily hear the chirping of birds resting on the mangroves.
A little different from the other water sports activities, the Sea Plane ride will give you a holiday that you will cherish for long. The seaplanes have a seating capacity of 9 and flies between Port Blair and Havelock Island. The 15-minute ride is enough to give you a splendid view of the landscape below.
In the end, nothing is better than spending a gala time with your family! The list doesn’t stop here itself with Andamans offering you several other options like dolphin watching, sports fishing or angling, speed boating, and glass bottom boating.
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