Field notes from the islands

Everything worth knowing before you sail

Ferry routes and timings, the beaches worth the trip, what a week actually costs — written by the people who run the boats.

Things to Do A Guide to Local Sustainable Souvenirs: Supporting Andaman Artisans (Beyond Shells) For many travelers, a memento of the Andaman Islands begins and ends with a seashell. However, as 2026 ushers in a new… · 3 min read Things to Do Snorkeling in Andaman Islands: A 2026 Guide to the Vibrant Coral Kingdoms Today, the focus is on "Eco-Conscious Adventure." The Andaman Administration strictly monitors reef health, ensuring… · 3 min read Things to Do Scuba Diving in Andaman: The Complete 2026 Guide to India’s Underwater Capital When Jacques Cousteau, the legendary pioneer of scuba diving, brought his ship, the Calypso, to the Bay of Bengal in the… · 3 min read Things to Do The Conscious Traveler’s Guide: 10 Ways to Reduce Your Plastic Footprint in the Andamans (2026) In the Andamans, we don’t play around with plastic. We have some of the strictest environmental laws in the… · 3 min read Things to Do Yoga & Wellness Retreats in Andaman: Where to Find Zen in the Islands (2026) For a long time, the Andamans were known only for honeymooners and scuba divers. But in 2026, the islands have quietly… · 3 min read Things to Do Deep Sea Fishing in Andaman: A Pro-Guide to Catching Giant Trevally (GT) and Tuna (2026) Andaman is widely considered one of the last "untamed" frontiers for game fishing in Asia. But because it’s raw, it… · 3 min read Things to Do A Guide to Night Trekking in Andaman: Discovering the Islands' Nocturnal Ecosystem (2026) When the sun goes down, the second shift begins. The islands’ rainforests and shorelines transform into a completely… · 3 min read Things to Do Andaman Nightlife: A Guide to the Best Bars & Evening Experiences (2026) As the sun sets over the Andaman Islands, painting the sky in brilliant hues, a different kind of energy begins to… · 3 min read Things to Do The Andaman Islands: An Adventure Traveler's Guide (2026) For the true adventurer, a vacation isn't about lounging by a pool; it's about exploration, adrenaline, and discovering… · 4 min read Things to Do Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Andamans (A First-Timer's Guide) A trip to the Andaman Islands is a dream vacation, a journey to a paradise of pristine beaches and turquoise waters… · 4 min read Things to Do Jolly Buoy vs. North Bay Island: Which is Better for Snorkeling? (2026) When it comes to experiencing the vibrant underwater world near Port Blair, two names always come up: Jolly Buoy Island… · 3 min read Things to Do Scuba Diving vs. Sea Walking in Andaman: Which is Right for You? (2026) The Andaman Islands offer a spectacular window into a vibrant underwater world. Two of the most popular and… · 3 min read