'''Wandoor''' is in the Andaman Islands of India.
Understand
Wandoor is a small village near the southern tip of South Andaman. It has some beaches and a couple of accommodation options and is a nice place to relax, but it is more known as the gateway to the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park.
History
Landscape
Flora and fauna
Climate
Get in
'''Buses''' are available from the Port Blair bus stand to Wandoor village. They take around 1.5 hours to reach. Tickets can be purchased in the bus itself (Rs. 12 per head per trip). Wandoor beach is around 5 minute walk from Wandoor village. All buses are forced to go upto the beach for their return journey, as narrow roads in village are not wide enough to allow buses turn back. Tourists planning to go to beach directly can continue in the buses till beach (for no extra cost).
'''Scooters & motorcycles''' are available in Port Blair
Fees/Permits
Get around
See
Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park.
Do
'''Snorkeling''' is possible at some good sites near Wandoor.
People who do not wish to swim can hire glass-bottomed boats to view the coral-reefs. It may be noted that boats are available only upto noon (unless in peak tourist periods).
Pay the local fisherman some money (2000-3000) and he will take you to an isolated beach with pristine beauty, shells and even some tribesmen. All worth a visit
Buy
Eat
There are 2-3 small food stalls operated by the locals, serving basic food, eggs and some groceries. The resorts have their own arrangements to eat, but mostly for their own guests. Carrying food is advisable.
Drink
There is a tap near the village, carry bottled water if possible. There is a lot of coconut water around to sustain.
Sleep
A new jungle resort, ANUGAMA RESORT[http://www.anugamaresort.com] along the road to Wandoor jetty (on the left) will open in October 2007
The Tsunami of 2004 affected mostly the Nicobar islands. There have been a lot of exaggerated reports about
the damage done. When in the Andamans, take everything you hear with a pinch of salt. Wandoor has a very natural setting and the beaches and islands there are fantastic. Go see for yourself. the best part is that you don't need to get on a ferry to get there. It is only about 40 minutes by road!
Get out