India is bestowed with panoramic beauty from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, and even beyond that. Amidst the blue waters of Bay of Bengal, surrounded by serene landscape and extremely beautiful beaches, Andaman is a treasured location for every tourist. Andaman has a lot of unexplored sandy beaches which are habitat to an incredible marine life and counted for country’s best water sports. We bring you the top 10 beaches among the endless beautiful sea shores:
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Complete Guide to Galathea National Park, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Galathea National Park is nestled away in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and forms part of the larger Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve. This Park is geographically situated at the Great Nicobar Island, the most sizeable island in the Nicobar Islands, which is south most part of the Andaman archipelago. Stretching across about 110 square kilometers this Park is known for its lush flora and exotic fauna. A trip to Galathea National Park is not only an adventure but also a life changing experience; it gives the traveller a rare opportunity to be one with nature.
Complete Guide to Landfall Island Wildlife Sanctuary, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Landfall Island Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1987 by the Andaman and Nicobar Administration and is situated on the northernmost island of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This area is home to the indigenous aka-chari tribe. This Sanctuary spreads across 29.28 square kilometers and houses a plentitude of wildlife peculiar to this area. This Sanctuary provides the traveller with an opportunity to observe animals in their natural habitat, which is an educational experience and also, provides a welcome change from the hustle-bustle of the city life, which is almost therapeutic. Between beautiful blue lagoons and clear sandy beaches the Landfall Island Wildlife Sanctuary promises to satisfy every nature lover’s travel cravings.
Complete Guide to Interview Island Wildlife Sanctuary, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
The Interview Island Wildlife Sanctuary stretches approximately over 99 square kilometers and divides North Andaman Island and Middle Andaman Island. This Sanctuary was established in 1985 to protect the Elephants, which were brought here for timber works from the mainland and were subsequently abandoned along with the operations. The Sanctuary and the area around was one of the places that were affected by the Tsunami of 2004 during which the islands of Katchal East and Katchal West were inundated and Indira Point Light House was severely damaged. Interview Island Sanctuary is the largest island sanctuary in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and is home to a host of rare and exotic species. The balmy breeze and colorful wildlife are only an invitation to its many wonders.
Complete Guide to Middle Button Island National Park, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Stretching across 64 square kilometers, Middle Button Island National Park is larger than the South Button National Park and North Button National Park. It was established in 1979 and is situated close to the city of Long Island. This Park is a perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. This Park, which is famous for its varied and exotic aquatic life features on the Government of India’s list of Protected Areas. The balmy breeze of Middle Button National Park beckons the travel enthusiast with a promise of adventure.
South Button Island National Park, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
‘A magical experience awaits you in the midst of the ocean.’
Off the south-east Indian coast emerges a rock from the pristine waters of the Bay of Bengal. This mighty piece of rock supports, yet unexplored but seemingly an immense variety of biodiversity. This is the South Button Island National Park residing atop the South Button Islands, a part of Andaman and Nicobar group of islands (also check: best national parks in Andaman Islands). Just the mere sight of this island is mesmerising and would make you want to go there! It covers an area of 5 sq km and lies 2 hours away from the spectacular Havelock islands via a motor boat. This national park is a part of the Rani Jhansi marine national park and has emerged as a popular destination for scuba diving and snorkelling. However, a lot remains to be known about the South Button Islands. It is a great opportunity for adventure junkies and nature lovers to go on an exploration spree!
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Top 5 National Parks In Andaman And Nicobar Islands
Andaman and Nicobar Islands are known for their consummate level of natural beauty. These islands are blessed with an unmatchable presence of flora and fauna. These islands are surrounded by deep forests and lagoons. These forests are the hiding houses for some of the rarest species of animals and plants. Apart from animals and plants, Andaman and Nicobar Islands have also become a dream destination for bird watchers. Nicobar Pigeon, found in the vicinity of Nicobar Islands, is the most popular bird among the tourists.
A significant number of tourists visit Andaman and Nicobar Islands for their National Parks. These islands are home to over 9 National Parks. These national parks are known for being intensely dense and diverse. Andaman’s national parks are counted among the favourite places for wildlife activists, photographers and conservationists. Here is a detailed account of top 5 National Parks in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Wandur National Park, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
When it comes to National Parks, it is easy to visualize images of wild animals running around within dense forests. But wait, till we introduce you to one of the best marine national parks of India- Wandoor National Park, also known as the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, situated in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Spread across 15 islands and covering an area of 281.5 sq km, the awe-inspiring beauty of these magnificent woods shall indeed leave you spellbound!
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Standing atop the islands, these are dense forests that seem to be floating in the Bay of Bengal. The scenic beauty of this place is like no other. The vegetation almost soaks in the ocean, while roots of the mangrove trees spread deep down into the sea. Of the 15 islands, two are available to the tourists namely the Jollybuoy and the Redskin Island. While Jollybuoy is famous for the marine species and birds, Redskin is home to a breathtaking variety of corals. A lot of interesting features such as caves and caverns, beaches etc combine to create the magical experience this place has to offer.
Campbell Bay National Park, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
One of the most secluded and mysterious national parks in India is the Campbell Bay National Park. Situated on the Nicobar Islands, it was notified as a National Park in as recent as 1992 which also included it in the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve (also see: national parks in andaman and nicobar islands). About 190 kilometers from Sumatra in the eastern part of the Indian Ocean, Campbell Bay National Park covers an area of 426 square kilometers. This park is separated by a buffer zone of a stretch of forest land 12 kilometers wide known as the Galathea National Park. Just getting to the national park is a journey one will remember for days to come. Thick tropical evergreen forests and tree ferns dominate the landscape with beautiful orchids for a wonderful photography experience. Mangrove forests have their unique ecosystems which add to the rich ecosystem of the national park.
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4 Places You Must Visit At Havelock Islands
The most visited of the Andaman Islands; the Havelock islands are among the top beach destinations of Asia and one of the prized beach destinations of India. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands being a fairly distant union territory of India is sans its huge population and thus remains a pure tourist spot with only a few so called industries. The Havelock Island is sparsely populated and is an island paradise. It’s beautiful beach shores lined with slivery and white sands with crystal clear waters and plenty of coral to watch, makes it a must visit beach destination for every traveler. In this article we have tried to list out the 4 top places to visit in Havelock Islands to get the best out of your visit.