ANDAMAN NATURE STUDY CUM TRAINING PROGRAMME 2023
NAME OF THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR / FD : Dr A Raja
CONTACT NUMBER : 9842710236
EMAIL ADDRESS : yhaitn@gmail.com
COMPLETE POSTAL ADDRESS :Youth Hostels Association of India, Tamil Nadu State Branch,2-D Viswas Flats, Pillaiyar Koil Street, Nesapakkam, West KK Nagar Chennai 600 078
Inclusion : Accommodation double sharing, Food, Sight Seen, Transfer by private cab as per the capacity, All permit fees and entry fees, Transfer from Port Blair to Havelook Island by Cruise and all taxes.
BREIF DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAM : Andaman and Nicobar Islands celebrate its tranquil environment with its 300 islands and travelers from across the globe. It is popularly known for its white sand beaches often shadowed by the palms, and the dark surroundings of the tropical rainforests. The cheerful marine life which is perfect for diving and snorkeling is where all the praise comes for the union territory.
DAY WISE SCHEDULE :
- Day 1 - Check in before 1 pm at Resort. visit Cellular Jail, Fisheries Museum and Sound and Light Show. Return and night stay at Portblair.
- Day 2 - Visit Baratang Island, a drive through Tribal Reserve Area. Reach Middle Straight Visit Lime Stone Cave by speed boat through the mangrove forest. Return and night stay at Portblair.
- Day 3 - Visit Ross and North Bay – a place for water sports activities. Return and night stay at Portblair.
- Day 4 - Visit Havelock Island. Visit Radhanagar Beach. Return and night stay at Portblair.
- Day 5 - Visit City Sight Seeing. Samudrika, Mill Anthropological MuseumAfter lunch visit Munda Pahar and trek back to Chidiyatapu Sunset point. and Sagarika Govt Emporium for Shopping . Return and night stay at Portblair.
- Day 6 -Check out after breakfast from Port Blair.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? &nsp;Any YHAI member can join this programme. Any person who is desirous to join this program can book this program and can take the membership of YHAI at the time of reporting.
HOW TO REACH THE BASE CAMP
By Air : Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ), also known as Port Blair Airport, is the main gateway to the Andaman Islands. You can choose a suitable Delhi to Andaman flight to reach these exotic islands. Delhi to Andaman distance by air is 2489 km. There are regular Air India flights from Delhi to Portblair as well as various other airlines also offer direct services between the two capital cities. Taxi rentals and shuttles are available at the airport in Port Blair for tourists.
By Train : : For obvious reasons, tourists can’t reach directly from Delhi to Andaman Nicobar by train. Travellers can reach Kolkata or Chennai from New Delhi and then take a flight to Port Blair in the Andaman Islands.
By Road : More than 1,200 kilometres of sea parts Andaman from the mainland of India. So much for the hopes of long road trip, right? The main island of Andaman features a small network of roads connecting all major tourist attractions. Travellers can hire taxis and bikes in Port Blair to reach their destinations.
HOW TO JOIN :
- 1. Apply online through our website: www.yhaindia.org
- 2. Participants can also deposit the participation fee in any branch of PNB Bank giving the following details:
Name : - Youth Hostels Association Of India
Account : - 1736000100169954
IFSC Code : - PUNB0173600
Branch : - Chankya Puri, New Delhi
FEE INCLUSIONS : Accommodation in double sharing, Andaman Sight Seeing, Transfer by private cab as per the capacity, All permit fees and entry fees, Transfer from Port Blair to Havelock Island by Cruise and all taxes.
Programme Exclusions : Personal Expenses (laundry & other items purchases), Air fare or Ship Fare to Port Blair, Any meals unless specified, optional or suggested activities, Usage of vehicles other than the places mentioned in the programme itinerary, Still Camera and Video camera charges and anything which is not mentioned in the inclusions. .
ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES : Resort Stay
FOOD & WATER SUPPLIES : Vegetarian food will be served.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING ALONG : Cotton Shirts, Cotton Pants, bedsheet, shoes, sun-cap, raincoat, two pairs of socks, water bottle, lunch box, mug, plate, tumbler, toilet set, cream and a first-aid kit.nt/strike or natural calamity will not be considered as a cause of cancellation. Email, SMS, telephone call will not be accepted.
PROGRAM FEE :
- For above 12 years of age: Rs.20200/-
- For 8 years to 12 years of age: rs.14800/-
- For 3 years to 7 years of age: rs.10800/-
- For 1 year to 3 years of age: Participant has to pay Cruise Ticket amount.
IMPORTANT: The Hotels are very strict with the child policy. All participants are advised to please carry the ID Proof of Children.
SAFETY & SECURITY : While every care has been taken to ensure safety, the Youth Hostels Association of India cannot be held responsible for any theft, accident, illness and other such unforeseen eventualities.
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Cancellation
Cancellation Policy:
1). In case you are unable to join the programme due to any reason, you will get a 50% refund of the participation fees. The request for cancellation must be received by us by email or any written mode or online before 7 days from the reporting date of your program. After that no request of cancellation will be considered. No refund will be applicable if the request of cancellation received less than 7 days prior to your reporting date
2). YHAI is not liable to pay any personal travelling expenses to the participants in case of any cancellation of the program.
In case YHAI cancels the program last minute due to government permission issues, Participants will get a 100% refund. But in case of Participants cannot claim any travel amount they incurred.
For Offline Cancellations: You cancellation request should be sent to the State Office as per the criteria.
NAME OF THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR / FD : Dr A Raja
CONTACT NUMBER : 9842710236
EMAIL ADDRESS : yhaitn@gmail.com
COMPLETE POSTAL ADDRESS :Youth Hostels Association of India, Tamil Nadu State Branch,2-D Viswas Flats, Pillaiyar Koil Street, Nesapakkam, West KK Nagar Chennai 600 078
- 1) Seat once booked may not be re-scheduled or transferred.
- 2) If any participant is unable to join program then he may transfer his booking to any other person he is willing to. But the request for transfer the seat must received to us 7 days prior to the reporting date.
- Any unforeseen event/ strike or natural calamity/ unfit medical condition will not be considered as a cause of cancellation.
- 3) Refund may be given after completion of the programs 30 to 45 working days.
Trekking Department, National Office.
Youth Hostels Association of India
5, Nyaya Marg, Chankayapuri. New Delhi – 110021,
Contact No. : 7827999000 Email : trekking@yhaindia.org
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