Andaman Tourism

Name

Andaman Tourism

Legal name

Ayush Tours and Travels

Website

https://ayushtoursandtravels.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tour and Travel Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (56152), Tour Operators (561520)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity & Expedition Packages (Guided Adventure Trips) (THAJABAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Escorted Coach & Bus Package Tour Operators (THAKADAA)

Keywords

• Andaman tour packages
• Inter-island ferry booking
• Honeymoon trip planning
• Cab and taxi services
• Water sports activities

Headquarters

HQ city

Port Blair

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Tour Package Sales: Revenue is generated through the sale of pre-designed and customized tour packages to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Packages bundle accommodation, sightseeing, transfers, ferry tickets, and entry fees. Customers pay a package price per person, with deposits of 50-70% upfront and the balance before arrival or on arrival.
2. Cab/Taxi Services: On-ground transportation services including AC vehicle rentals (Scorpio, Xylo, Ertiga, Tavera, Swift Desire) for sightseeing and transfers across islands.
3. Water Sports Activities: Revenue from adventure activities offered as add-ons: Scuba diving, snorkeling, jet ski rides, banana boat rides, sea kart, kayaking, game fishing, and coral safari semi-submarine excursions.
4. Cruise/Ferry Ticketing: Ticketing services for inter-island ferry and cruise services (Makruzz, Green Ocean, Nautika, ITT Majestic, Aashi Cruise, Coastal Cruise, Sea Link). Commission or service fee earned on ticket sales.
5. Hotel Bookings: Commission or margin earned on hotel/resort accommodation bookings arranged as part of tour packages across islands.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Andaman Tourism (operated as Ayush Tours and Travels) is a Port Blair-based travel agency that sells pre-designed and customizable 2 to 10-night tour packages to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Each package bundles AC vehicle transfers, inter-island ferry tickets, hotel/resort stays, guided sightseeing, meals, water sports add-ons, and permit handling into a single per-person price for individual travelers, families, couples, corporate groups, students, and government employees using LTC.

Product overview

Ayush Tours and Travels is a travel agency offering comprehensive Andaman and Nicobar Islands tourism services. The core product is a portfolio of tour packages organized by duration (2-10 nights), theme (honeymoon, family, corporate, student, LTC, adventure, budget, group), and departure city. These packages integrate multiple service modules including cab/taxi services, ferry booking, hotel accommodation, and sightseeing guidance. Additional offerings include standalone water sports activities and cruise ticketing. The company serves as a booking intermediary, arranging third-party transportation (ferries, vehicles), accommodations, and activities rather than operating them directly.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Andaman Tour Packages Pre-designed bundled itineraries that include accommodation, sightseeing, AC vehicle transfers, inter-island ferry tickets, meals, and permits, sold per person from over 50 Indian and international origin cities.
• Cab/Taxi Services Standalone AC vehicle rental service covering Scorpio, Xylo, Ertiga, Tavera, and Swift Desire vehicles for airport transfers, sightseeing, and point-to-point island transportation.
• Ferry and Cruise Ticketing Booking service for inter-island ferry and cruise tickets on private (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean) and government-operated vessels connecting Port Blair, Havelock, and Neil Island.
• Hotel and Resort Booking Standalone reservation service for hotels and resorts across the islands, covering budget, standard, and luxury categories including branded properties like Taj and Barefoot.
• Water Sports Activities Add-on adventure activities including scuba diving at Elephant Beach, snorkeling, jet ski rides, sea kart, banana boat, kayaking, game fishing, glass bottom boat rides, and sea walk experiences.
• Honeymoon Packages Theme-specific romantic packages for newlyweds and couples, bundling couple-friendly accommodation, private dinners, decoration, and curated romantic experiences at Havelock, Radhanagar, and Neil Island.
• LTC Tour Packages Government-employee-focused 7 to 9-night packages compliant with LTC rules, including approved itineraries, proper invoices, and full paperwork support required for reimbursement claims.
• Corporate Tour Packages Customizable packages for corporate groups and businesses planning off-sites, incentive trips, and team-building activities, combining meetings with island sightseeing and group experiences.
• Student Tour Packages Affordable itineraries aimed at student and youth groups, featuring budget accommodation, historical site visits, and group-priced adventure activities.
• Family Tour Packages All-age-group friendly itineraries combining inter-island transfers, safe sightseeing, child-friendly water sports, and group discounts for families and friend groups.
• Guided Sightseeing Tours Standalone guided local tours to historical sites (Cellular Jail, Ross Island), beaches (Radhanagar, Kalapathar, Elephant, Chidiyatapu), limestone caves at Baratang, and other natural attractions.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.8 out of 5 Google rating based on 745 reviews
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Makruzz CruisecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMakruzz is a primary ferry/cruise operator for inter-island travel in the Andaman Islands, specifically connecting Port Blair to Havelock Island. Ayush Tours and Travels uses Makruzz as the preferred ferry option in most package itineraries, booking tickets on behalf of customers as part of comprehensive tour packages.
• Green Ocean SeawayscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGreen Ocean Seaways provides inter-island ferry services in the Andaman archipelago. Ayush Tours and Travels includes Green Ocean tickets in its standard package offerings, serving as a backup or alternative to Makruzz when required.
• Nautika CruisecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNautika Cruise is a premium ferry operator for Andaman inter-island routes. Included in Ayush Tours and Travels' standard ferry transfer options for package bookings.
• ITT Majestic / Aashi Cruise / Coastal Cruise / Sea Link CruiseminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdditional government and private ferry/cruise operators used for inter-island transfers (Port Blair–Havelock, Havelock–Neil Island, Neil–Port Blair). These are listed as ferry operators in package inclusions, with private cruise preferred and government boat as fallback.
• Andaman Nicobar Tour Operator Association (ANTOA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional trade association for Andaman and Nicobar Islands tour operators. Ayush Tours and Travels holds membership and its representative Soma Sundaram serves as Vice President, indicating active leadership in shaping regional tourism standards and practices.
• Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational trade body for travel agents in India. TAAI membership connects Ayush Tours and Travels with the broader Indian travel industry network, standards, and collective advocacy.
• Union Bank of IndiaminorOthersOfficial banking partner for the company. All customer payments and refunds are processed through Ayush Tours and Travels' Union Bank of India account (A/c No. 638501010050398, IFSC: UBIN0563854, Branch: Port Blair).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Veena World: India-focused outbound and domestic tour operator selling multi-day all-inclusive packages with bundled sightseeing, transfers, and activities. Closely comparable business model — fixed multi-day package tours with on-ground coordination — but serves many destinations rather than one.
• Kesari Tours: Indian tour operator specializing in escorted group and customized multi-day holiday packages across India and abroad. Comparable as a multi-day package tour operator with similar B2C go-to-market, group departures, and bundled services.
• Andaman Holidays: Andaman-specialist tour operator offering packages, ferries, hotels, and activities across the islands. The closest head-to-head competitor — same destination, same product mix, similar D2C web-led model.

Broad incumbents

• Thomas Cook (India): Legacy Indian tour operator offering multi-day domestic and international holiday packages. Comparable in multi-day package-tour model, but operates across India and globally rather than as an Andaman specialist.
• SOTC Travel: Established Indian tour operator under Fairfax-owned group offering escorted and customized holiday packages. Comparable in multi-day escorted tour operations and B2C distribution, but with a much broader destination portfolio.
• MakeMyTrip: India's largest OTA offering flights, hotels, and holiday packages including Andaman itineraries. Comparable as a packaged-tour distribution channel competing for the same leisure-travel wallet, but operates at national scale across all destinations rather than specializing in Andaman.
• Yatra Online: Pan-India OTA with corporate travel and leisure holiday divisions that sell Andaman packages. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing for the same B2C and corporate outbound travelers, but lacks Andaman specialization.
• Cox & Kings: Historic Indian tour operator with domestic holiday packages including Andaman. Comparable in packaged holiday model, though broader in geographic scope and currently operating under a resolution process.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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