Welcome To Sporting Extravaganza in India
We will be going places around India to see what India has in store to present in Sports arena as a part of Tourism. Come and get enlightened about the places you can visit in India to fill you with some adrenaline. We will be starting our journey from remote island - Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, popularly called Emerald Islands, float in splendid isolation and lie east of the Indian mainland. Once a hill range extending from Myanmar to Indonesia, these undulating islands are covered with dense forests and awesome beaches which makes sporting minds to go crazy.
Andaman &
Nicobar Islands are suitable for Adventure water sports like Scuba
diving, Skiing, Sailing, Para sailing, Wind surfing, Snorkeling etc.
Trekking through the dense evergreen forests and island camping in
beach front forests are other adventure activities. Andaman and Nicobar is a cluster of more than 500 islands
stacked together neatly. Surrounded by some of the most beautiful
lagoons in Asia, these islands provide options for some splendid
adventure activities.
The islands have a hilly terrain with coastal
areas of white sand beaches and coral reef. Its pristine shimmering
water offers its visitors an excellent water sports adventure. Not only
is water sports like Scuba diving and Snorkelling a possibility here,
one can also indulge in pulse racing, and at the same time soothing
experience of trekking in the lush green hills. The best time to visit
these islands for adventure sports is between November and April.
December and January are the peak seasons to come here.
The Andaman and Nicobar islands are bestowed with the reputation of
housing some of the most delectable and gorgeous islands in this entire
planet. Thus it constitute one of the major temptations for the anxious
holiday-makers. Basically, these water sports and related activities are
most enjoyed by the adrenaline freaks who prefer to take risks. But
there are other water sports as well which are suited for the ones who
are not so much adventurous.
1. Andaman Water Sports Complex
Situated in Port Blair, Andaman Water Sports Complex has become one
of the major attractions of the town. It offers safe water sports such
as Rowing Boats, Paddleboat, Kayaks and bumper boats. Besides this, the
complex also facilitates adventure through Water-skiing, Water scooters,
Gemini boats, Para-sailing, Sailboats, Wind-surfers, Speedboats,
Glass-bottom boats, etc. Boating from this
complex up to the Ross Island is really an exciting experience. 
2. Snorkeling
Snorkelling is among the most popular adventure activities in the
lagoons of Andaman Islands. This is one sport which does not require you
to be a trained and is as much fun for novice as it is for
professionals. However, it is advised that if you are a starter, indulge
in snorkelling only with the support of a trained professional. The
best places for Snorkeling in the Andaman Islands are the Wandoor
National Park-Jolly Bouy and the Red Skin Islands. With splendid coral
life, Clique islands is also a highly favored islands for snorkelling. Snorkeling is an adventure activity which is very popular off the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. One can enjoy the under-water marine life and view the rarest varieties of corals by Snorkeling in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Snorkeling is an exciting sport that lets you rub shoulders with some unique marine species. Underwater, a kaleidoscope of coral colours showcase a variety of reef fishes, turtles, sharks and rays. Many visitors, never having seen fish in such densities before, are bewildered by the sheer numbers of the fish in the vast shoals that populate the reefs.
The best snorkelling site in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is at Havelock Islands. The sea around Havelock Islands, display an incredible density and diversity of marine life in seas that sometimes seem to almost boil with fish. The other best places for Snorkeling in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands are Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park near Wandoor, Jolly Bouy and the Red Skin Islands. Cinque Island is another location with some fantastic coral. Snorkeling is also possible off Port Blair at the Andaman Water Sports Complex. The under water corals in Andaman island beaches are extremely colourful. One can experience the live corals at Jolly buoy, red skin, North bay etc., People who do not know swimming also can experience the underwater marine world as they will be escorted by experienced person.
It is possible to snorkel in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
throughout the year. However, these Islands are subject to monsoons,
which bring with them heavy rains and strong winds, so it's a good idea
to make a note of the seasons and so avoid the Islands that are subject
to the bad weather. We will take you to all of the best snorkelling
spots in Andaman & Nicobar Islands.3. Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is the biggest activity on the Andaman & Nicobar Islands other than lying around and eating seafood. The best season for diving in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is from December to April. The exciting experience of Scuba diving is a major tourist attraction. One can see the fascinating marine life among the world of amazing water bodies, colourful fishes and amazing corals. One can explore the wonders of scuba diving and can get the rare experience mixed with adventure. However, Diving in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is still in its infancy.
The Scuba Diving centres has all the facilities and necessary equipments for a great experience of scuba diving. Adding to this there are many skilled trainers who can help the tourist in getting into the deep of the sea.
4. Trekking
Andaman and Nicobar Islands has some splendid hills that are perfect for beginners as well as trained. One can go trekking through the nature trail from Mt. Harriet to Kalapathar and enjoy the rare forest life, flora and fauna. There are other trekking routes also at places like Chidiya Tapu.
