Andaman and Nicobar Islands are famous for their peaceful shores and unspoiled aquatic life. Port Blair is capital, an island based town offers water-based activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, sea-cruises, and glimpses of the history and culture of the region. If you are someone who loves watching sunsets, listening to the sound of waves, eating seafood, then the Andaman is must be on top of your bucket list. Listed below are the 10 best tourist places to visit in Andaman, each suffused with its own unique fascination. Best time to visit in summers is from May to December when the forest is lush green and waterfalls are at their prime and In winters, the best time is from December to April to enjoy diving and explore more aquatic life.
1. Cellular Jail
There is no need for any kind of introduction for Cellular Jail, is one living epic of strife and despair of thousands of Indian freedom fighters who were imprisoned in this jail. This jail, now a place of wayfaring for all freedom-loving people, Located in Port Blair and opens from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:30 pm to 4:45 pm all days except National holidays.
2. Havelock Island
It is also one of the most popular Beaches among travelers for snorkeling, Diving, Trekking, Mangrove Safari, Fishing, and other water sports activities. Radhanagar beach is the most popular beach in Havelock Island. This beach has been crowned as ‘Asia’s Best Beach’ by TIME magazine. Breathtaking sunset view and see-through blue waters, this beach is amongst the most beautiful places to visit in Andaman. Elephant beach and Kalapathar Beach are other beautiful beaches to visit if you plan to stay more in Havelock.
3. North Bay Beach
All kinds of water sports are concentrated in the North Bay Island which is near to Portblair. There are ferries connecting Portblair to North Bay Island and it takes approximately half an hour to reach this island. You can explore lots of water activities like Dolphin ride, Banana boat ride, Glass-bottom boat ride, Jet ride, Tube ride, Scuba diving, snorkeling, Paragliding, and sea walk.
4. Ross Island
Ross Island is a major part of Andaman and tourists who have visited. It is just 3 km away from Port Blair and you can use ferry boats to reach this island in just 20 minutes. Ross Island was headquarters of Andaman and after some time, Port Blair became the administrative headquarters. Ross Island was preserved as a historical place to show English architecture and machine-gun nests which are maintained by the Indian Navy. So, don’t forget to visit this place when you are in Port Blair.
5. Neil Island
The best beach in Neil Island is Bharathpur which is an unquestionably beautiful and charming place to visit. A perfect stop for snorkeling, listening to the sound of waves and exploring the diverse marine life. It is located about 40 km from Port Blair and you can take boat jetty at Neil Island to reach.
6. Baratang Island
One of the most visited place in Andaman. Baratang Island is located 100 km’s away from the beautiful Port Blair. Baratang Island is famous for the Mud Volcanoes, Limestone Caves, the Parrot Island, Boating, Mangroves trees, and natural habitat. There are plenty of boats available to take you through the dense forests and mangroves trees.
7. Limestone Cave
One of the most fascinating places to visit at Baratang is limestone cave. Limestone cave is something which is discovered years ago. The glowing stones which grow by 4 inches every year. You can go to limestone caves through boats available from Baratang Island which will take 20 minutes to reach near to mangroves trees and then you have to walk 2 km to reach the cave.
8. Carbyn Cove Beach
One of my favorite beaches to visit in Port Blair. You can enjoy beach walks, Coconuts, street food, shop for stones and shells and many more. Presence of coconut trees and white sand make this beach absolutely attractive and captivating.
9. Little Andaman Island
The fourth largest island in the Andaman Surrounded by palatable greenery and belongs to the south Andaman district, a little far away from Port Blair. The long white sandy beaches and the captivating waterfalls make this island more engrossing.
10. Streets of Andaman
Your trip to the Andaman will not be complete without visiting the local market and trying street food at Port Blair. The simple and beautiful market where you can have coral based jewelry, beads, Shells, and many other things which you can take back home as a remembrance of Port Blair.
These are my top 10 recommendation to places at Andaman and Nicobar Island.
Hope you will have a great visit and create unforgettable memories.
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