Eco-Tourism's New Horizon: Unveiling Andamans' Untapped Islands

Prominent hospitality companies, including Tata's IHCL and Hyatt, plan to develop eco-tourism resorts in Andaman Islands. Aves Island will welcome tourists for the first time. Resorts are designed under public-private partnerships to boost sustainable tourism, with significant investments planned for infrastructure and accommodation across multiple picturesque locations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Portblair | Updated: 16-08-2025 17:10 IST | Created: 16-08-2025 17:10 IST
Eco-Tourism's New Horizon: Unveiling Andamans' Untapped Islands
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Leading hospitality companies, including IHCL from the Tata group and Hyatt Hotels Corp, are set to embark on eco-tourism projects in the Andaman Islands, with Aves Island opening to tourists for the first time. Authorities confirmed this move during a virtual meeting on Saturday.

Planned as public-private partnerships, the projects will span Neil Island, Aves Island, Long Island, and Smith Island. A redevelopment of Megapode Resort in Port Blair is also in the works. ANIIDCO invited bids on July 28 for the development of these properties under a design, build, finance, operate, and transfer model.

The resorts aim to highlight the region's natural beauty and foster sustainable tourism. Authorities are hopeful Aves Island will become a top destination after Havelock Island, thanks to its coconut plantations, coral beds, and extensive coastline.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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