The Andaman and Nicobar Administration, on April 2026, approved Guidelines/SOP for the operation of Night Sea Kayaking (Basic) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The initiative is aimed at regulating this tourism activity while ensuring safety, security, and a structured operational framework for both tourists and service providers.
The guidelines introduce a controlled framework to promote adventure tourism in the islands, with emphasis on tourist safety, operator accountability, and environmental safeguards. The activity is permitted strictly in accordance with prescribed norms, ensuring that night-time marine operations are conducted responsibly and sustainably.
All stakeholders, including tour operators and the general public, are required to comply with these SOPs. The detailed guidelines have been made available on the official website of the Administration for reference and implementation.
