Januarys in Andaman is when the sprig of dry season begins, with a maximum temperature of 29°C and a minimum of 23°C. The month of February records the highest temperature in the year ranging from 30°C maximum to a minimum of 23°C. Visiting the islands along with the exotically beautiful beaches get to be an experience of its own in such a pleasant climate. The Andaman Islands provide a rich combination of Indian history, diverse culture, and unique marine life, and is a popular travel destination famed for its immaculate beaches, turquoise waters, calm swimming havens and lots of marine underwater life.
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The Andaman Islands form a beautiful archipelago in the Bay of Bengal, South of the Indian sub-continent. This group of approximately 300 islands are known for their palm-tree-lined, sparkling white sandy beaches, enigmatic mangroves and tropical rainforests. The islands are flanked by coral reefs that are teeming with marine life such as colourful beguiling fishes and other enigmatic sea creatures along with giant manta rays that make these beaches popular for scuba diving and snorkelling. Indigenous tribes who are native Andaman Islanders inhabit the more remote islands, many of which are off the permissible limits to tourists and casual visitors.
Night kayaking, Havelock Island
Dodge the mainstream kayaking experience and try night kayaking in Andaman for the January holidays. Envelop the scene where the stars will shine above your head, and you slowly glide across the moonlit water. Night kayaking during January is a lit experience to cherish in Andaman if you want to experience bioluminescence. The same kayaking experience is distinct because tiny little organisms living in the water produce tons of sparkles in the water when you glide through the water. To enjoy the night kayaking in Andaman, arrive at the Havelock Jetty and glide through the Mangrove Forests. If you want to enjoy the night kayaking in Andaman, January is the best time when the water moment is slow!
Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex, time to get wet and Wild
Exploring Port Blair can never be complete without having some relaxing and thrilling time at the same time at the Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex. If you are looking forward to an absolutely ‘bindaas’ time for having some fun and excitement in the month of February in Andaman, it is time you go to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex for those incredible water sports in Port Blair. The complex is designed to offer an exclusive delightful time to tourists. The thrilling water sports and activities such as paddle boats, row boats, banana boats, motor boats, jet scooters, parasailing, speed boats, tyre rides, and so much more will be really thrilling and charming for all young and old. The complex opens at 10 in the morning, and you can participate in all the activities till sunset about 6.30 in the evening.
Radhanagar Beach
Radhanagar Beach is famous for being one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of Asia. This beach attracts a large number of tourists due to its awe-inspiring beauty. Radhanagar Beach is famed all across the world as being the 7th most beautiful beach in the world. Radhanagar beach is especially alluring to tourists during the time of sunrise and sunset. The quiet beauty makes it a simply amazing beach when it comes to cleanness and a regal sunset view. The waters are very clear and clear and as you peep into the blue waters, you watch in amazement the clear sea water with innumerable colourful fishes swimming across close to the surface of the waters. Laze along the sandy gleaming beach and enjoy the mild sun peeping through the blue skies and gaze at the white foaming waves crashing on the beaches.
Cellular Jail, inclusion of history
Cellular Jail was notorious for being the inescapable prison or Kalapani since the British days. It stands primary among all sightseeing places in Port Blair as a mute but veritable testimony to the tortuous days of the Indian freedom saga of the colonial era. This national memorial draws a lot of attention to the Indian freedom struggle and is among the most famous places to visit in Port Blair. The history associated with this place is a precious story to tell the future Indian generations. This monumental structure evokes the deepest of patriotic feelings in each of us and we as Indians salute the constant endeavour and indomitable persistence of the freedom fighters of the yesteryears, the fruits of which we are enjoying today as Indians. The overall architecture is forked with the solitary cells that were once used for containing the exiled people and executing the political prisoners.
Indulge in water sports
Elephant Beach is one of the most popular and prominent beaches of Havelock Island and in fact of the whole of Andaman. The attraction of Elephant Beach lies in the coral reefs as the azure blue waters holds a lot of promises for unhindered joy and vacation fun. Visiting Elephant Beach in the month of February will give you an opportunity for engaging in all the thrill water sports such as kayaking, scuba diving, snorkelling, trekking and bird watching. Relax by the beach and watch the sun climb across the sky till it reaches the sunset when the waters across all the beaches shine and gleam with the reflected golden rays to spread an enigma.
Corbyn’s Cove, a heaven for the recluse
If you are in Andaman in February and have just landed in Port Blair and looking for some quiet and beautiful time by the sea, then look no further than to just go and perch yourself at the Corbyn’s Cove. It is situated close by and in fact is the only beach, located within the city, just 8 kms away from the city centre. The quietness and beauty of the beach gets enhanced at the time of sunset. If you want a trickle of fun to get mixed with your placid enjoyment of a glorious sunset across the seas, the beach also offers activities like jet ski, banana boat ride, speedboat ride, parasailing etc. It is very popular for swimming and sun basking and playing with the incessant waves. The Corbyn’s Cove is a quaint expanse located approximately to the south of town and it hardly takes more than half an hour to get there. It should definitely be included in the Port Blair sightseeing trip where you can enjoy the neatly lined coconut and palm trees and the picturesque approach road leading to the destination.
Neil Island, a slice of heaven in ocean
Neil Island is a quaint little island that is full of marine life and is undoubtedly one of the best tourist places in Havelock. Neil Island will make you fall in love with the Indian Ocean and this famous Indian archipelago of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Venture out into this island in your Andaman trip in February to enjoy the lush greenery of the island and diverse flora and fauna that attracts people from all across India and abroad. Its peace and solitude will be a pleasant break from the hectic city life. A couple of days on this island exploring its exquisite beaches such as Laxmanpur Beach, Sitapur Beach, Bharatpur Beach, would rejuvenate your tired soul. Indulge in snorkelling, glass-bottom boat ride watching the mesmerizing coral world with thousands of big and small underwater creatures and diving in its clear waters to be a part of the magic of the underwater world. The Laxmanpur Beach of Neil Island has a spectacular sunset and Bharatpur Beach is the place to indulge in various adventurous water activities.
Ross and Smith Islands: A Twin Paradise
Ross & Smith Islands promises an unforgettable experience which is not to be found easily in India. The waters of the surrounding oceans are crystal clear and emerald green. Sun bathing in Ross & Smith Islands is bound to be memorable. During high tide, the sand bar connecting these twin islands disappears with a narrow water body between the two islands and during low tide the sand bar comes back into focus making the islands look exquisitely beautiful. The pristine blue water against the white sandbank creates a striking contrast. Walking on the sandbank connected during low tide is acutely thrilling as if you are walking on the ocean floor. It takes approximately 6 to 8 hours from Port Blair and an overnight stay at Mayabunder is recommended. Less crowded and exotic are the two descriptions that make these twin islands alluring to most tourists.
FAQ
Is February a good time to visit Andaman?
The months of February and March are generally considered the best months to explore the exquisite and rare beauty of the Andamans. For a scuba enthusiast, the best time to visit Andaman is between February and March.
Does it rain in Andaman in the month of February?
Andaman is a tropical paradise and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands experience two distinct seasons – a rainy spell or monsoon season from May to September and dryer spells with bright clear skies during the months of October to April. There is hardly any rainfall in February in Andaman.
