not bragging but.....
we owned a charter boat that was based in Phuket and did the run to the Andamans (Blue Kite) -
- land based is going to be good if you can get to some of the beaches out of town, - Port Blair is chaos
Massive GT's to be found and the biggest dog tooth tuna you can imagine if you can get out on a charter - not sure that there are any based out of Port Blair but if you can find one I would highly recommend it - quite a few of the islands in the Andamans are off limits and still have native inhabitants that have not had much contact with the outside world - pretty unique place mate - if you can get there do so before the world swallows the place up

cheers
Clint

Check these guys out if you are on facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/85692595137/
Website: http://www.gamefishingasia.com/
Some insane pics of monster GT's and Doggies!

"Gamefishing Charters Andaman Islands, India and Sri Lanka. We operate unique fishing charters in the pristine Andaman Islands and Sri Lanka. We cater to sportfishing, gamefishing, popper fishing, deep water jigging, trolling and inshore fishing. We provide fishing expeditions North and South of Port Blair, with special charters to Barren Island, Narcondum and Invisible Bank. In Sri Lanka from Krinda, Trincomalee, Bentota, Colombo and Hikkaduwa specials to the Great Basses and Little Basses reefs Our aim is to provide you with the best blue water fishing adventure holidays available through the use of the latest technology in boats, tackle, techniques and equipment, combined with stunning locations, outstanding service and great value for money.
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Nice one Buz
Nick - am sure you already aware but make sure have a yellow fever vac and get a record of it - they are pretty strict on that in the Andamans and might not let you in without one!

  Cheers for the replies Clint/Buz, 

  E mailed a couple of charters so I'll let you know how I go, looks like a few will still be wrapped up for the monsoons when I'm there. One of the local guides seems like he would take me out if it's not too wild.....having a look at pics on the link Buz sent through has made me determined to get out for at least one day. At least I can have a scout about for a trip next year....worst case scenario is a couple of days on a beach somewhere new!

 Thanks fellas,

 Nick

Love the reaction to the strike at 1min 30sec on this vid.

http://www.gamefishingasia.com/poppingnjigging.html

Robson Green should be scared he'll lose his job!!!