Had a pleasant tour of Andaman with 3 nights at Port Blair, 1 night at Swaraj Dweep and 1 night at Shahe we d Dweep.
Ms. Hema from the front office, and Mr. Rohit, the tour manager, were courteous, a (Read More)nd tried to keep us happy throughout. The price was reasonable, and I wouldn't have minded few extra thousands for some extra comfort and professionalism. Staff and the food at all the three hotels were real good.
One day story about Neil island was memorable. Riday was a good driver, and a friendly guide too.
Suggestions:
1. They could have informed us that most if the water activities at beaches are currently stopped. We, with their suggestions, would have planned a better itinerary (like a visit to Bartang.)
2. Three nights at Port Blair is bad planning. One or two were more than enough. Day/s extra at the Swaraj/ Shaheed Dweeps woild be more rewarding.
3. The taxi drivers, with the exception of one at Neil (Shaheed Dweep) were unprofessional. Generally late for the appointed hour. At Swaraj, we did only Radhanagar beach, which was the best experience of the tour. The driver didn't take us to other beaches, despite requests.
4. Room standard of the hotel at Swaraj was below par. We were promised 4 star accommodations. Port Blair hotel is acceptable, the hotel at Shaheed was the best.
5. So called 'SemiSubmarine' ride that costs ₹2500 pp was a joke. Sheer waste of money. Emerald people should have cautioned us.
I hope the management would take the suggestions positively, and I don't mind recommending the operator to my friends.