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02 Sep 2023
Posted By : TryTrabby

Discover the Beauty: Things to See in Andaman Island

Andaman Islands – the tropical paradise has everything that you can think of. Right from its stunning white sand beaches to mesmerising seashore to ever wonderful green forest to steep hilly areas to unforgettable historic remnants and what not to see to those to travel to these lovely islands.

For those who travel with family, Andaman can be a perfect getaway dream come true. It has everything that you can think of for a holiday. Dreamy beaches for the kids, adventure activities for the entire family and local sightseeing to keep yourself entertained and occupied. You can avoid sightseeing which involves long travel so as to not to make the elderly or kids uncomfortable and tired. To reiterate you split your holiday by enjoying sightseeing at Port Blair

Things to See at Port Blair:

Port Blair is where you will begin and end your trip since this is where you will be reaching while travelling to Andaman be it by air or by Sea. It is the capital of Andaman Island and offers many more sightseeing options than any other islands in Andaman.

Here is the list of a few attractions that you have to do during your family holiday at Port Blair.

Cellular Jail:

The Cellular Jail stands as a witness to the freedom struggle and serves as a national memorial monument.

The construction of Cellular Jail building started in 1893 and completed in 1905-06 using prisoners only as construction labour.

*Did you know that the British used this Island as Penal Settlement after the First war of Indian Independence well before the construction of Cellular Jail

The Jail was used by British to exile prisoners especially freedom fighters and revolutionaries to these remote islands.
Also known as “Kalapani“- this term was given by the freedom fighters since all around the jail was sea and hence no prisoner could hope to escape.
The building had seven wings, at the center of which a tower served as the connection allowed a single guard to keep watch on all the prisoners from the central tower without the prisoner being able to see him.
No communication of any kind was possible between prisoners in the same or different wings.
Distressed prisoners rebelled against the inhuman treatments by British through mass hunger strikes.

Later Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore launched a campaign to shut down the jail. The Cellular Jail was forced to empty in 1939.
Your trip to the Andamans will not be complete unless you visit this monument. There is a Museum, an Art gallery, and a Photo gallery, as well inside the jail premise.

Address:

03 Kms from Port Blair Airport. Atlanta Point, Port Blair, Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 744104, India

Entry Fee:

Rs. 30 - Entry Fee

Rs. 200 - Still Camera Charges

Rs. 1000 - Video Camera Charges

Timings

Day Timing

All Days 09:00 am – 12:00 pm & 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm

*Note: Cellular Jail Port Blair Closed on National Holiday

Sound & Light Show - Cellular Jail:

The light and sound show is extremely popular at Cellular Jail in Port Blair. There the saga of the heroic freedom struggle is brought alive in a moving Son-et-Lumiere (Sound & Light Show) showcasing the daily life and struggles pre-independence.
Shown daily inside the jail premise both in English & Hindi.

Address:

Atlanta Point, Port Blair, Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 744104, India

Timings:

Sound & Light Show – Hindi Show:

5.50 PM – All Days

Sound & Light Show – English Show:

Need to Check with Karthick for English Show Timing

Entry Fee:

Rs. 300 per Adult

Rs. 150 per Child (5-11 yrs)

*Note: Cellular Jail Port Blair Closed on National Holiday

Ross Island:

Officially known as Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island in 2018. Located 3 Kms from Port Blair and takes about 15 minutes to reach by boat.
Ross Island was the headquarters of the British colony. It was abandoned by the British due to Japanese occupation during World War II.
Occupied by the Japanese from 1942 to 1945 and even today you can see their imprints in the form of bunkers which were used by them to check on any invasion.

Did you know Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose other dignitaries stayed at Ross Island after the British reoccupied abandoned for few years till 1947 and took the help of Japanese in his fight against the British.

The island has some of the oldest British and Japanese structures in India, that shows the luxurious life of Britishers while they occupied Andaman.
Today the ruins of the bazaar, bakery, stores, water treatment plant, church, tennis court, printing press, secretariat, hospital, cemetery, swimming pool, the Chief Commissioner's residence with its huge gardens and state grand ballrooms, the Government House, the old Andamanese Home', Troop Barracks, are all in run-down condition, a reminiscent of the old British regime.

You can spot lot of deers, peacocks and ducks on the island. The island is full of palm and coconut trees enjoy amidst the cool breeze and the mesmerizing view of the Sea.
In the evenings you will see the state-of-the-art light and sound show at Ross Island showcasing the vibes of the past.

Ross Island

Sound & Light Show at Ross Island

How to Reach:

2-3 km east of Port Blair | Trip By Boat from Port Blair

Boat Timing from Port Blair:

8:30 am | 9:30 am |10:30 am | 12:30 pm | 4:00 pm on all days except Wednesday.

* Do note you can even opt for 02 island /03 island trips in which same boat can take you to other islands (North Bay & Viper Island – different timings and fare applicable)

Ross Island Timings:

08.30 AM – 04: 00 PM – All Days except Wednesday

* We recommend reaching about 20 minutes early at the Jetty

* Do note if you are planning only Ross Island Trip it gets over in 2 hrs. Incase if you are going for 02/03 island trip - plan and bring packed lunch since mostly you will reach back late in the afternoon to Port Blair

Sound & Light Show at Ross Island Timings:

05.30 PM – All Days except Wednesday

Entry Fee for Ross Island:

Rs. 90 per person

Entry Fee for Sound & Light Show at Ross Island:

Rs. 100 for Adults

Rs. 25 for Child

*Note: Ross Island is Closed on Wednesday and National Holiday

Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex

Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex – commonly known as Water Sports Complex – located right in the center of Port Blair.
For all Island Trips – Ross Island, North Bay and Viper Island, boat starts from Aberdeen Jetty which is inside the Water Sports Complex.
Like the name suggests this is the one stop corner for all Water sports be Glass Bottom Boat ride, banana boats, speed boats or if you are up from more thrilling activities like Jet Ski, parasailing, row boats, paddle boats and even under water activity like Sea Walk and Scuba Diving etc.

The Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex also houses a memorial of the ‘Battle of Aberdeen' that was fought between the Britishers and Andamanese aboriginals during the year 1859.
It has a park as well where you can sit and relax before or after you go on your water activity.

How to Reach & Address:

Easy to reach since located in the middle of the city and about 4 kms from Port Blair airport.

Address: Marina Park Road, Port Blair, Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 744101, India

Timing:

10:00 am - 06:00 pm on all days

* Do note different activity has different timings and the complex is open on the above timings and closed during any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

Free for Entry

* Do note tariff differs for each activity and entry to the complex is free and you can check with the team for prebooking the same. Water activities are subject to weather conditions and discretion of local authorities.

North Bay:

North Bay Island is a small and secluded island located near Port Blair. Generally, most guests visit this on a day trip along Ross Island.
Did you know North Bay is known as the Coral Island, since the island is famed for its white sandy beaches with the most colourful reefs with a variety of fishes makes it an essence of natural marine beauty and a perfect spot for underwater activities!

At North Bay Island guests can go for Jet Ski, Speed Boat Riding, Snorkeling, and guests can also experience underwater Sea Walk/Scuba Diving.
North Bay Island has the iconic Lighthouse which appears on every 20 rupees Indian currency Note. It can be reached only by trekking, but sometimes it is closed to outside travelers.

How to Reach:

North bay Island can be reached from Rajiv Gandhi water sports complex, Port Blair and it takes about approximately 1 hr to reach.

Timing:

09:00 am - 04:00 pm on all days.

* Do report early to avoid last minute hustle bustle for the boat ride to North Bay.

* You will get to spend around 3 hrs at North Bay Island to cover the beaches and water activities and then the boat will take you back to Mainland – Port Blair

* Do plan and bring packed lunch since mostly you will reach back late in the afternoon to Port Blair

Entry Fee:

Rs. 500 per person

* Do note tariff differs for each activity and you can check with the team for prebooking the same. Water activities are subject to weather conditions and discretion of local authorities.

Chidiyatapu Beach:

Chidiyatapu is a beach, located approximately 25 km from Port Blair City and takes about 20 minutes to reach.
One of the main attractions of Chidiyatapu is its Sunset Point (Munda Pahar) although you have to trek a little before you reach the sunset point.
Beach in itself is amazing with its stunning views and huge trees surrounded them. There are lots of fallen trees along the coastline, caused by tsunami making it a perfect spot for photography.
Chidiyatapu is also famous its migratory birds and there are a lot of common native birds of Andamans and is a prefect haven for bird watchers.
Not fit for snorkeling or swimming since its quite a rocky beach.
Recommended to go in the evening, enjoying the ride passing through the coastline beaches and view in the evenings are amazing.

Don’t miss out to enjoy the hot tea with pakoda available on the local shop near chidiyatapu beach.
There is a Biological Park also with few animals. The Salt Water Crocs and Giant Monitor Lizards are the main attractions.

How to Reach:

Can be reached by road from Port Blair and it takes approximately 20-30 mins to reach.

Timing:

Beach is open throughout the day and the ideal time to visit is between 0600 am to 0700 pm.

Biological park - Timings are 9 am to 4 pm

Entry Fee:

No entry fee for the beach.

There is an entry fee of Rs 25 for the Biological Park (subject to change)

Mount Harriet:

Its officially renamed as Mount Manipur National Park (*by the Union Government of India, as a tribute to the freedom fighters of Manipur)

Mount Harriet is the highest peak in South Andaman Island and the second-highest peak in the whole of the Andaman Islands.
The peak was one of the summer headquarters of the Chief Commissioner during British Raj
The whole experience is in the journey, to reach atop of Mount Harriet you will have to reach Chatham Jetty. From there, there are ferries (Vehicle ferry) which will take about 15 minutes to help you cross the sea and reach Bamboo Flat and then you can continue your road trip for about 15-20 minutes.
The famous attraction is the view of the Light House (at North Bay), the picture of lighthouse on the back of Twenty Rupees Indian Currency Note is taken from Mount Harriet viewpoint (“20 Rupees viewpoint”).
The hilltop offers stunning fascinating picturesque overview of the nearby islands - Port Blair, Havelock Island and Ross Islands and the sea
If you are up for a little adventure - One can trek from Bamboo Flat to Mount Harriet and from there upto Madhuban, it's a great nature trail – 16 kms.

Mount Harriet Viewpoint

Twenty Rupee View

Prefect place to experience calmness and to find peace and serenity in the middle of the forest with the bird’s chirping and swaying of the leaves.

How to Reach & Address:

Reach Chatham Jetty from Port Blair City – Take Vehicle ferry to Bamboo Flat (15mins) – Continue lovely road trip for 15 mins to reach the top of Mount Harriet.

Address: Hope Town, Port Blair, Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 744107, India

Timing:

07:00 am - 05:00 pm on all days

* Do note the park will be closed during any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

Rs. 25 for Adults

Rs. 10 for Children

Rs. 250 for Foreigners

Rs. 25 for Camera

Rs. 10 for Vehicle

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Mahatma Gandhi National Park (Red Skin or Jolly Buoy Island):

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is a national park located near Wandoor on the Andaman Islands.

The marine park is made up of 17 islands, of which only Jolly Buoy and Red Skin are open for ecotourism for guests.

The main aim of Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park was to protect the marine wildlife, especially sea turtles and beautiful underwater coral reefs of the region.

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is famous for being home to an exquisite coral reef, and colorful schools of fishes of every size and shape.

Jolly Buoy is open for the first six months and for the next 6 months it is Red Skin Island to preserve the corals.

Visitors can treat themself in thrilling Snorkeling and Scuba Diving to explore the vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. Glass-bottom boat rides provide a non-diving option to witness underwater wonders.

Jolly Buoy Island

Red Skin Island

How to Reach & Address:

Located around 30 Kms from Port Blair and can be easily reached by road till Wandoor Jetty and then board on the boat to reach MG National Park.
Address: State Highway 8, Wandoor, Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 744301, India

Boat Timing:

At 08:30 am onwards

At 09:00 am

At 09:30 am

At 10:00 am

And last boat at 10:30 pm (for every 30 mins on all days except Mondays)

* Do note the park will be closed on Monday and during any National Holiday

* We recommend reaching early so that you get to spend lot of time for activity or leisure time to enjoy ocean sea beach view etc

* Do note there is a simple & basic changing room on the island and no decent washrooms

Timing - MG National Park:

09:00 am - 03:00 pm on all days except Mondays

* Do note the park will be closed on Monday and during any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

Rs. 50 for Adults

Rs. 25 for Children

Rs. 500 for Foreigners

Rs. 25 for Camera Fee

Rs. 300 per person for Red Skin Island

Rs. 650 per person for Jolly Buoy Island

* Do note rates are subject to discretion of local authorities.

Baratang:

Baratang Island is located approximately 110 km away from Port Blair and hence a full day trip.
The Baratang Island trip is an adventurous trip due to its long distance from Port Blair and is considered a hidden gem of the Andaman Islands, known for its natural wonders ranging from impressive Limestone Caves to dense Mangrove Creeks, Mud Volcano and Tropical Forests.

To reach Baratang you will have to start the journey at 3 o clock in the morning and can be quite hectic. *Through it’s a nature wonder we do not recommend this for elderly or kids since you will have to start early in the morning and there is a small trek/walk involved to reach the limestone caves

Did you know while going through the tribal reserve jungle and if you are lucky enough you might spot tribal people enroute during the Convoy. (be aware photography or stopping the vehicle is not allowed during Convoy from Jirkatang).

Baratang is the home to the Jarawa tribes.
Upon reaching Baratang you will have to travel by Jeep to see Mud Volcano

Limestone Cave

Mud Volcano

Regular boat services are available for Limestone Caves. It takes around 20 minutes through the scenic mangrove forests to reach the limestone caves.

How to Reach & Address:

The journey to reach Baratang is in II phases. Port Blair to Jirkatang (40 km) and then from Jirkatang to Baratang (49 km - no overtake zone through Jarwa Reserve Forest – Convoy system).
From the middle strait (Nilambur Jetty) you will have to avail ferry services to Baratang Island which takes about 15 minutes to reach Baratang.
There are Govt. ferry/Boat Services available from Phoenix Bay Jetty, Port Blair for visiting to Baratang (the disadvantage is that this ferry does not make a return trip on the same day)

Convoy Timing at Jirkatang:

At 06:00 am onwards

At 09:00 am

At 12:30 pm

And last boat at 02:30 pm

* Do note the Limestone cave will be closed on Monday and during any National Holiday

* We recommend catching the earliest convoy – only limited vehicles are allowed in a convoy hence start early so that you can return on the same day otherwise worst cast if you miss the convoy on return you will end up staying there and only backpacker hotels are available at Baratang

* Remember to bring packed breakfast from the hotel since you will be starting early in the morning

Limestone Cave Timing:

At 06:00 am onwards till 03:00 pm

* Do note the Limestone cave will be closed on Monday and during any National Holiday

* Mud Volcano is open throughout the day.

Entry Fee:

Rs. 800 per person boat fee for Limestone

Rs. 400 per Jeep to reach Mud Volcano

* Do note rates are subject to discretion of local authorities

Corbyn’s Cove Beach:

This is the only Beach located within the Port Blair city takes about 10-12 min to reach.
It offers amazing views during Sunset. Offers Water sports activities like Jet Ski, banana Boat, Speedboat, Parasailing etc.
Historical remains like Japanese Bunkers can be seen on the way to this beach.
Although a bit crowded than other beaches of Andaman can be reached easily.

How to Reach:

6 Kms away from Port Blair and can easily be reached by road.

Timing:

Open throughout the day

Entry Fee:

No Entry Fee for the Beach

* Do note if you would like to go for water activity check with the team for rates in advance. Subject to weather and the discretion of local authorities.

Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika):

Samudrika Naval Marine Museum is a museum, designed to create awareness on the oceanic environment.
The museum is maintained by the Indian Navy.

The museum has five sections presenting history of Andaman Islands, geographical information, people of Andaman, archaeology, and marine life
Interestingly it also houses a vast collection of Cells, Corals and a few species of Colourful Fishes of the sea around the Islands.

How to Reach & Address:

Address: situated near the Andaman Teal House at Port Blair

Timing:

09:00 am to 01:00 pm & from 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm

* Do note the museum will be closed on Monday and during any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

For Adult: Rs. 50

For child: Rs. 25

Rs. 20 for Camera

Rs. 50 for Video Camera

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Anthropological Museum:

The Zonal Anthropological Museum in Port Blair was established in 1975.

It is one of the best museums in town since most of us are interested in knowing about tribes.

It is a well-maintained museum which tells us more about this island’s local tribes, who are believed to be one of the oldest in the world.

The Natives of Andaman Island consist of the following four Negrito tribes: Great Andamanese. Onges. Jarwas and Sentinelese. And the Nicobar Islands are home to two 'Mongoloid' tribes – the Shompen and Nicobarese.

These tribes maintain limited / NO contact with the outside world especially Sentinelese.

Visiting or interacting with these tribes are strictly not permitted.

Hence this museum is one of the best ways to understand and know about the tribal life.

Address:

Phoenix Bay, Port Blair, South Andaman Island, Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 744101 , India

Timing:

09:00 am to 01:00 pm & from 02:00 pm to 04:30 pm

* Do note the museum will be closed on Monday and during any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

For Adult: Rs. 10

For child: Free (Less than 10 yrs)

Rs. 20 for Camera

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Fisheries Museum:

Fisheries Museum was inaugurated in 1997 to encourage the acquisition of knowledge about the Andaman and the marine life within it.

Located near the Marina Park, adjacent to Rajiv Gandhi Water sports complex.
This Museum has around 350 species of marine life preserved within it, most of which are exclusive to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and are rarely found anywhere else in the world.
There are small aquariums that showcase various collections of fishes, colorful corals, and beautiful shells stored behind huge glass walls.

Did you know that there are exhibits of turtles and remains of the Great Sperm Whale at this museum!

Offers a great learning opportunity for children as well as adults who are interested in the different forms of marine life living or endangered or endemic.

How to Reach & Address:

Address: Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 744104 (Near Cellular Jail)

Timing:

09:00 am - 01:00 pm and 02:00 pm – 04:45 pm

* Do note the Museum will be closed on Mondays and Second Saturday and also on any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

Rs. 5 for Adults

Rs. 3 for Children

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Kalapani Museum:

Kalapani Museum in Port Blair is a one-of-a-kind history museum.
It has a huge collection of rare archival photographs, paintings, and original documents from the British colonial and Japanese periods.
The museum also houses documentaries and films related to the Andaman Islands as well as the Indian freedom struggle.

Did you know – that you can see history coming alive with its miniature and life size models and dioramas in this museum.

How to Reach & Address:

Address: Garacharama II, Beside Susan's Roses, Port Blair, Port Blair and Port Blair Islands, 744105, India

Timing:

09:00 am to 7:00 pm – All days

* Do note the museum will be closed on any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

Entry Free

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Chatham Sawmill and Forest Museum:

Located at Chatam Island about 10 kms from Port Blair and is connected by a bridge and takes about 20 mins to reach.
Chatam Island holds the historically significant sawmill and is one of the oldest and the largest sawmills in Asia.
Chatham Sawmill was set up under the British administration in 1883 to meet the local requirements of sawn timber for construction works and is a well-known wood processor in Asia.
Interesting Fact: Did you know that the beautiful crimson walls of Buckingham Palace were made of the local Padauk wood processed in Chatham Sawmill, Andaman.
You can also see the Bomb Pit created by a bomb dropped on Chatham Island in1942, during the World War II. The pit now is filled with water though not much to see, tells the not-so-industrious story of the darker days that the sawmill has seen.

Chatam Island

Chatam Sawmill - Inside

Forest Museum: Located inside the Chatam Sawmill premise and is maintained by the ‘Forest Department of Andaman and Nicobar Islands’.
It is popular for its wooden artifacts and displays a wide variety of wooden products decorative pieces designed from timber, oak, satinwood, gurjan, padauk and sandalwood, which indicated the artistic skills of the locals.

As the name suggests, the museum gives details about the forest and the variety of flora and fauna found in the Andaman and Nicobar Island and some of its wildlife.
The complete information about the wildlife and the prevalence of forests in the islands has been systematically collected and shown in an interesting manner.
Must visit museum for the environment and forest lovers.

How to Reach & Address:

Address: Chatham Island, Foreshore Rd, Haddo, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 744102

20 Mins drive from Port Blair City will take you to the sawmill & Museum

Timing for Chatam Sawmill:

08:00 am to 02:00 pm – All days except Sundays

Timing for Forest Museum:

08:30 am to 12:00 pm & 02:30 pm to 05:pm – All days except Sundays

* Do note the museum & Sawmill will be closed on Sundays and any National Holiday

Entry Fee for Chatam Sawmill:

Rs. 10 per person

Entry Fee for Forest Museum:

Rs. 02 per person

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Viper Island:

The Island is breathtaking and serene and got its name from the vessel in which Lt. Archibald Blair came to Andaman and Nicobar in 1789.

This small island was the site of the jail which was used by the British to imprison and to inflict the worst form of torture and hardship on convicts and political prisoners many years before the Cellular Jail was constructed.
It has the ruins of a gallows atop a hillock and the remains of a courtroom.
The Viper Island Jail was abandoned when the Cellular Jail was constructed in 1906.
There is a Harbor Cruise, available daily from the jetty, provides an overall view of different points of the harbor and a trip to this haunted Viper Island.
Kishore Singh Deo more popularly known as Maharaja Jagannath of Puri died in this jail in 1879.
Also Sher Ali, the Pathan from Peshawar was hanged here after he assassinated the then Viceroy of India, Lord Mayo.
Though place has multiple attractions with historical importance and at times this jail is not adored by many tourists compared to Cellular Jail and other sightseeing at Port Blair

How to Reach:

Can be reached by boat from Phoenix Bay jetty and it takes about 20 minutes to reach

Timing:

06:00 am to 05:00 pm – open all days

* Do note the park will be closed during any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

Rs. 75 per person

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Sagarika Emporium:

To add to the amazing experience of your holiday don’t miss out on local shopping from Sagarika Government Emporium.
This is a moderate budget market best visited for its exclusive handicrafts and is maintained by the local Govt. administration.

Sagarika Government Emporium is the place to visit in Port Blair if you want to see some of the best creations by the locals and to buy pretty handicraft items.

How to Reach & Address:

Address: Sagarika Emporium, DAG Colony, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 744101.

Timing:

09:00am to 07:00 pm – Open all days except Monday

* Do note the park will be closed on Monday and during any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

No Entry Fee. It is owned by the government. All the items are sold at the fixed nominal prices

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Science Centre:

Science Centre in Port Blair showcases scientific facts in an interesting and innovative way with various simple experiments.
You can also see the remains of the first-ever aircraft which entered the island in this museum.
It is a large museum established in 2003, fostering an environment of fun-filled learning, with a playground with innovative slides and swings within its compound.

The models on display explain some very interesting natural phenomena like the behaviour of fishes according to climates and the way the oceans work, guaranteeing to keep both adults and children fascinated.

How to Reach & Address:

Address: Science Centre, Corbyns Cove Rd, Science City, Shadipur, Port Blair – 744112

Located 3 kms from Port Blair town

Timing:

10:00 am to 05:30 pm on all days except Mondays

* Do note the park will be closed during any National Holiday

Entry Fee:

Rs. 5 per person

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Wandoor Beach:

Beautiful scenic beach located 25 km approximately away from Port Blair.
The picturesque scenery of the beach makes it ideal for swimming, photography, and sunset view.
Wandoor Beach features the largest shoreline in Port Blair and stretches about 15 kms, filled by clean white sandy beach, complimented with fallen tropical trees after the 2004 tsunami, and has clear blue waters that invites you to take a dip.
The area has an abundance of amphibian and marine wildlife.

How to Reach & Address:

Located at about 25 kms away from Port Blair and takes 40 minutes to reach by road and there are local buses available till Wandoor Village and beach is 5 mins away from the village

Timing:

04:00 am to 09:00 pm on all days

* Do note not recommended for nighttime visit or swim

Entry Fee:

No Entry Fee

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Murugan Temple:

Sri Vetrimalai Murugan Temple is a Hindu temple located in Port Blair
Did you know: this temple was built in the year 1926 under the British rule to gain support and loyalty of the Tamil population located in the Andaman Islands.
Dedicated to Lord Murugan and offers a tranquil respite from usual tourist places to visit in Andaman.

How to Reach & Address:

Address: RGT Rd, Shadipur, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 744106

Located close to Cellular Jail and guest can reach smoothly from main Port Blair City

Timing:

05:00 am – 12:00pm & 04:00 pm – 09:00 pm

Entry Fee:

No Entry Fee

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Joggers Park:

It is situated on the pinnacle of hill & at one of the highest points in Port Blair.
Though many people miss out on the same being focused on many main tourist attractions this Island offers. But this park is worth your time if you have leisure time in your itinerary and wanted to have to have a peace and quiet time.

It’s peaceful in the morning and turns absolutely breathtaking in the evening after sunset, you can just sit there and watch the illuminated city and also the runway of the adjacent airport.

How to Reach & Address:

Address: AHW Colony, Shadipur, Port Blair, Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 744101, India

Can easily reach by road since it lies about 2-3 kms from Port Blair Airport

Timing:

06:00 am – 08:00 pm

Entry Fee:

No Entry Fee

Though Rs. 200/- for littering

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Marina Park:

Marina Park is located overlooking the seashore in Rajiv Gandhi Nagar and is ideal for watching the beautiful sunset and scenic views.
The Children’s Traffic Park here is an impressive concept where the park is designed to replicate a real busy junction with traffic signals and roads.
You can take a stroll by the seaside walk lanes or go for a jogging in the evening if you day permits.

Note: Not everyone would love to spend time at a park being in a destination like Andaman but if you have kids, they will definitely like this place

How to Reach & Address:

Address: Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Delanipur, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 744104

Well connected by road hence can easily be reached.

Timing:

06:00 am to 10:00 pm

Entry Fee:

No Entry fee applicable. Free for all

* Do note rates are subject to the discretion of local authorities.

Gandhi Park:

The Dilthaman tank, the only source of drinking water for Port Blair then is now a quiet and beautiful park.
Did you know: The area around the park has been built as Gandhi Park in an extremely short time of 13 days and is certainly a manmade wonder.
This beautiful park has facilities like amusement rides, safe water sports and nature trail around the lake, garden, restaurant.
There is a spectacular statue of Mahatma Gandhi in the center and has a few other historical monuments- the remains of a Japanese temple and a bunker.
Also, the garden is full of trees, and a flower garden which gives you peacetime. Nice and clean place, calm environment, cooler in city, green patch with pond.
It is a good place for walking and spending your evening time. Lovely place for those with small kids, as the kids can have a lovely time around the greenery and the swings, toy train etc.. and the play area while the adults can get a well-deserved leisure time at the benches.