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The andaman islands, an indian archipelago in the bay of bengal, are a stunning tropical paradise known for their pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and rich biodiversity. Consisting of over 500 islands, the archipelago is divided into two main groups: the andaman islands and the nicobar islands. The andaman islands are more developed and accessible to tourists, while the nicobar islands remain largely off-limits due to their indigenous communities and protected status.
The andamans are famous for their unspoiled natural beauty. With lush rainforests, diverse marine life, and coral reefs, they offer an ideal setting for eco-tourism. The clear waters around the islands are perfect for diving, snorkeling, and water sports. Popular destinations like havelock island (now swaraj dweep) and neil island (shaheed dweep) are renowned for their serene beaches, vibrant marine ecosystems, and opportunities for adventure tourism.
The andaman islands are also home to several indigenous tribes, some of whom live in isolation. The indigenous tribes, like the great andamanese, the onge, the jarwa, and the nicobarese, have their own distinct cultures and ways of life. While they are protected by law, their way of life is threatened by modern development and tourism.
Port blair, the capital of the andaman and nicobar islands, is the main entry point for visitors. The city is home to several historical sites, including the cellular jail, a colonial-era prison that housed indian freedom fighters during the british raj. The andaman islands also offer opportunities for eco-tourism with wildlife sanctuaries, bird watching, and nature trails.
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The Andaman & Nicobar are a group of picturesque Islands, big and small, inhabited and uninhabited, a total of 572 islands, islets and rocks lying in the South Eastern Part of the Bay of Bengal. They lie along an arc in long and narrow broken chain, approximately North-South over a distance nearly 800 kms. The isolation has helped evolve a large number of endemic birds on these islands. On the Andaman Islands Endemic Birding Tour, we will be visiting the Andaman Island in search of these birds especially the endemics - total of 20 in number. But since five occur only on the Nicobars (currently off-limits to foreigners), only 17 would be sighted. The notable areas visited during the Andaman Endemic Birding Tour are Mount Harriet, Sippi Ghat, Chidia Tapu, Farar Ganj & Havelock. The endemics include four owls and other species such as Andaman Woodpecker, Andaman Crake and Andaman Serpent Eagle.
Andaman Islands Arrive Port Blair by the early morning flight to start the Andaman Endemic Birding Tour. After a brief delay at the airport for receiving the Restricted Area Permit for the Islands, you will be met by your guide and driven to the resort. At the earliest opportunity, we will bird around Mount Harriet National Park, a tropical moist evergreen forest. Should sight Andaman Woodpecker, Andaman Wood Pigeon, Andaman Cuckoo Dove , Andaman Crake, Fulvous-breasted Woodpecker, Dollarbird, Collared Kingfisher, Brown Coucal, Alexandrine Parakeet, Red-breasted Parakeet, Red-breasted Parakeet, Pintail Snipe, White-bellied Sea Eagle, Andaman Treepie , Black-naped Oriole Andaman Drongo, Orange-headed Thrush, Olive backed Sunbird, White-headed Starling. Evenings/ nights would be spent looking for owls and night jars. The endemics to be looking out for are: Andaman Teal Andaman Crake Andaman Serpent Eagle Andaman Cuckoo-Dove Andaman Wood Pigeon Andaman Coucal Andaman Scops Owl Andaman Hawk-Owl Andaman Nightjar Andaman Woodpecker Andaman Cuckooshrike Andaman Bulbul Andaman Shama Andaman Drongo Andaman Treepie Andamans White-headed Starling Andaman Flowerpecker Plus three others yet to be “officially” split.
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Very early morning drive towards Sippighat, located to the South of Port Blair. The area is a marshy wetland and good for sightings of water birds & waders. Should sight the Andaman Scops Owl , Andaman Hawk Owl, Sunda Teal, Fulvous-breasted Woodpecker, Blue-eared Kingfisher, Stork-billed Kingfisher, Collared Kingfisher, White-throated Kingfisher, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater, Brown Coucal, Red-breasted Parakeet, Oriental Scops Owl, Brown Hawk Owl, Edible nest Swiftlet, Common Snipe, Black-naped Tern, White-bellied Sea Eagle, Black-naped Oriole, Andaman Drongo , Orange-headed Thrush, Olive backed Sunbird. Thereafter proceed back to Mount Harriet to pick up those missed earlier. Return by evening.
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Early morning trip to Chidiya Tapu, a patch of moist evergreen forest located to the South of Port Blair and excellent for birding. The track for birding starts 4 km before Chidiya Tapu and 2 km along the seashore forest. Should sight the Andaman Woodpecker, Andaman Crake, Andaman Treepie, Andaman Serpent Eagle, Black-naped Oriole, Andaman Drongo, Olive backed Sunbird, White-headed Starling, Fulvous-breasted Woodpecker, Stork-billed Kingfisher, White-throated Kingfisher, Collared Kingfisher, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater, Brown Coucal, Alexandrine Parakeet and Red-breasted Parakeet.
Birding at Farar Ganj & in the afternoon visit other areas for Andaman endemics missed out during earlier trips.
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Early morning birding if time permits. Flight back to mainland. The Andamans Endemic Birding Tour ends.
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