Explore The Tranquil Guitar Island Beach In Andaman, One Of Most-Searched Destinations By Indians In 2023

Among the Andaman and Nicobar groups of islands, Guitar Island Beach is one of the must-visit island beaches.

by Vaishalee Kalvankar
Explore The Tranquil Guitar Island Beach In Andaman, One Of Most-Searched Destinations By Indians In 2023

Among the Andaman and Nicobar groups of islands, Guitar Island Beach is one of the must-visit island beaches. This island is distinctive because it resembles a guitar, as can be seen from above when travelling from Andaman by seaplane.  It was formerly a protected coral-bearing area and rainforest on Long Island. However, since the Andaman Tourism Department has approved day trips, it has grown to be a popular tourist destination. 

The Tranquil Guitar Island Beach In Andaman

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Andaman and Nicobar Islands are one of the most-googled travel destinations in India, according to Year in Search 2023. 38 of the 572 immaculate islands that make up Andaman and Nicobar are permanently deserted. 

Guitar Island is one of the many stunning, yet deserted, islands of the Andaman and Nicobar chains. It’s a place as rewarding and gorgeous as it gets. This island is a wonderful day trip from the main island, with a gorgeous blue ocean around it and tropical greens inside.

There are no people living on this lovely tropical island. As a result, this area lacks hotels and stores. As a result, most visitors come here for day vacations, taking a 15-minute boat ride from nearby Long Island. Amidst the crystal-clear blue waters, Guitar Island floats placidly, offering a picture-perfect view of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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Open For Year-Round Visit

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Guitar Island is open year-round for visitors. Each season provides visitors with a unique experience. All year round, nevertheless, the weather is tropical here. It is dry in the summer and cool in the winter. 

The mean temperature is approximately 22 degrees Celsius on average. You can enjoy the refreshing sea breeze here all year round. The Bay of Bengal Sea to the west and the Andaman Sea to the east divide the Indian Ocean, which faces south. 

October through February is the ideal time of year to explore Guitar Island. The sky and saltwater are clear during these dry months. It is therefore the ideal time to take part in captivating aquatic activities. 

To visit this island you have to look for nearest boat jetty and local private tour operator and hire a boat. There are options like private tourist boats as well as government boats to this place.

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Things To Do!

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  • The ferry to Guitar Island will leave from Long Island, which is a destination unto itself. 
  • Lalaji Bay Beach on Long Island is a popular location for beach camping. 
  • Soaking in the ambience is the greatest thing to do on the island itself. 
  • You can read in peace if you are a reader. 
  • Photographers have plenty of possibilities to capture the virgin island’s splendour at its most picturesque.
  • You can sit on the sand and watch the fishing boats in the distance.
  • Take a leisurely stroll down the sandy beach and enjoy the endless crashing and surging of waves along the shore.
  • This is a really safe place to swim because the sea is not very deep.
  • You can also go snorkelling and explore marine life and sea corals.
  • Hire a kayak and explore the mangroves here.
  • During low tide, you can go island-hopping and explore nearby islands.

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Have you ever visited this island?

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