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Great Nicobar Island

The Untamed Frontier - Overview

Great Nicobar Island, located in the Nicobar district, is the largest island of the Nicobar group and the southernmost part of India. Spanning over 900 sq. km, it is known for its biodiversity, tribal heritage, tropical rainforests, and pristine beaches. The island is home to the Shompens and Nicobarese tribes, and much of it falls under the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve.
Island Location
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Emergency Numbers
Police 100
Fire 101
Ambulance 108
Tourist Helpline 1363
Coast Guard 1554

How To Reach

By ship from Sri Vijaya Puram (voyages take around 3–4 days, limited sailings).| By helicopter service from Sri Vijaya Puram (depending on availability).

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Travel Information

Tourist Information Centres

Reach out to our official centres for assistance, bookings, and guidance during your visit.

Directorate of Tourism (A&N Administration)

Sri Vijaya Puram, 744101

Timings: 08:30 AM – 12:30 PM; 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Phone: 03192 – 232694

Email: touristhelpdeskandamans@gmail.com

Andaman Bhawan, New Delhi

12, Chanakyapuri,
Near Near Chanakyapuri Cinema,
New Delhi – 110021

Timings: 08:30 AM – 12:30 PM; 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Phone: (011) 26871443, 26878120

Email: drcandaman@yahoo.com

Andaman Bhawan, Kolkata

7-DP Block, Sector – 5 Salt Lake
Kolkata – 700091

Timings: 08:30 AM – 12:30 PM; 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Phone: (033) 23572864

Email: drccalcutta@gmail.com

Andaman Bhawan, Chennai

North Main Road Extn., Anna Nagar West Extn.
Chennai – 600101

Timings: 08:30 AM – 12:30 PM; 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Phone: (044) 26549294, 2654929425

Email: andamanhouse_ch@rediffmail.com

Andaman House, Chennai

Near Ashok Nagar, CPWD Compplex, KK Nagar
Chennai – 600101

Timings: 08:30 AM – 12:30 PM; 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Phone: (044) 26549294, 26549295, 24744715

Email: andamanhouse_ch@rediffmail.com

Veer Savarkar International Airport

Sri Vijaya Puram

Timings: 07:00 AM – 03:00 PM

Phone: 03192 – 232414

India Tourism Office

Junglighat, Sri Vijaya Puram

Timings: 09:00 AM – 05:30 PM (Mon-Fri)

Lunch Break: 12:30 PM - 03:00

Phone:03192-236248.

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