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Port Blair
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Andaman Islands
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Port Blair

The capital city and gateway to Andaman Islands

About Port Blair

Port Blair, the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, serves as the main entry point for visitors. This historic city is home to the infamous Cellular Jail, beautiful beaches, and vibrant local markets. With its rich colonial history and modern amenities, Port Blair offers the perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

Highlights

Historic Cellular Jail National Memorial
Corbyn's Cove Beach
Chatham Saw Mill
Anthropological Museum
Aberdeen Bazaar Shopping
Ross Island Day Trip
Best Time to Visit

October to May (Peak season with pleasant weather and calm seas)

How to Reach

Veer Savarkar International Airport (Port Blair) - Direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Bangalore. Ferry services available from Chennai, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam.

Cellular Jail Light & Sound Show
₹30-50
45 minutes

Experience the heroic saga of Indian freedom fighters through this spectacular show

Difficulty:Beginner to Intermediate
Best Time:October to May
Includes:Equipment, Guide, Safety Briefing
Ross Island Heritage Walk
₹30 + ₹130 ferry
3-4 hours

Explore the ruins of British administrative headquarters with peacocks and deer

Difficulty:Beginner to Intermediate
Best Time:October to May
Includes:Equipment, Guide, Safety Briefing
Corbyn's Cove Beach Activities
₹500-2000
2-3 hours

Water sports including jet skiing, banana boat rides, and parasailing

Difficulty:Beginner to Intermediate
Best Time:October to May
Includes:Equipment, Guide, Safety Briefing
City Heritage Tour
₹1500-2500
Full day

Guided tour covering Cellular Jail, Museum, Chatham Saw Mill, and local markets

Difficulty:Beginner to Intermediate
Best Time:October to May
Includes:Equipment, Guide, Safety Briefing
North Bay Coral Safari
₹2,500-4,500
Half day

Glass-bottom boat, snorkeling add-ons, and coral viewing around North Bay Island

Difficulty:Beginner
Best Time:November to April
Includes:Boat, guide, basic assistance
Chidiya Tapu Sunset Drive
₹2,000-3,500
4-5 hours

A relaxed forest-and-coast drive ending with one of Port Blair's best sunset viewpoints

Difficulty:Easy
Best Time:October to May
Includes:Cab, driver, route planning

Adventure Packages for Port Blair

Ultimate Water Sports Package
₹8,500/person

Complete water adventure experience with multiple activities

  • • Scuba Diving (2 dives)
  • • Snorkeling at 2 locations
  • • Sea Walking experience
  • • Jet Skiing (15 minutes)
  • • Underwater photography
  • • Equipment & certified instructor
Romantic Escape Package
₹12,000/couple

Perfect romantic experience for couples and honeymooners

  • • Private sunset cruise
  • • Candlelit beach dinner
  • • Couple's spa session
  • • Professional photography
  • • Flower decoration
  • • Champagne & cake
Cellular Jail National Memorial
Cellular Jail National Memorial
City Center

Historic colonial prison where Indian freedom fighters were imprisoned

Ross Island
Ross Island
2 km by ferry

Former British administrative headquarters, now in ruins with wildlife

Corbyn's Cove Beach
Corbyn's Cove Beach
8 km from city

Coconut palm-fringed beach perfect for water sports and relaxation

Chatham Saw Mill
Chatham Saw Mill
3 km from city

One of the oldest and largest saw mills in Asia, now a museum

North Bay Island
North Bay Island
30 min by boat

Popular coral island for glass-bottom boat rides, snorkeling, and sea walking

Chidiya Tapu
Chidiya Tapu
25 km from city

Forest-backed beach and sunset point known for birds, sea views, and easy evening trips

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa

Luxury Resort

4.8
₹15,000-25,000/night
Fortune Resort Bay Island
Fortune Resort Bay Island

4-Star Hotel

4.2
₹6,000-12,000/night
Hotel Shompen
Hotel Shompen

Mid-Range Hotel

4
₹3,000-6,000/night
Hornbill Nest
Hornbill Nest

Budget Hotel

3.8
₹1,500-3,000/night
Hotel Kalki
Hotel Kalki

Pool Hotel

4.3
₹5,000-7,000/night
Annapurna Restaurant
Annapurna Restaurant

South Indian, Bengali

4.3
₹200-400 per person
New Lighthouse Restaurant
New Lighthouse Restaurant

Seafood, Continental

4.1
₹400-800 per person
Amaya Restaurant
Amaya Restaurant

Multi-cuisine

4
₹300-600 per person
Icy Spicy
Icy Spicy

Vegetarian, Indian, snacks

4.2
₹250-500 per person
Travel Tips for Port Blair
1

Book Cellular Jail Light & Sound Show tickets in advance

2

Carry valid ID for all island visits

3

Try local seafood specialties like fish curry and coconut-based dishes

4

Aberdeen Bazaar is great for souvenirs and local handicrafts

5

Keep 2-3 days for Port Blair to cover all major attractions

6

Keep your ferry day light: avoid tight flight-to-ferry connections in case of weather or baggage delays

7

For families, keep Cellular Jail show and Corbyn's Cove on separate evenings to avoid rushing

Tales ofAndaman

Every journey has a story — and ours begins in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. A local storyteller-agency since 2022, we've guided 2,000+ travellers to their own island chapter, 4.8★ on Google.

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  • Neil Island
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