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The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are India's tropical paradise — an archipelago of 572 islands (only 37 inhabited) in the Bay of Bengal, closer to Southeast Asia than mainland India. The crystal-clear turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and vibrant coral reefs make it India's best scuba diving and snorkelling destination. Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) has Radhanagar BeachRadhanagar Beach — rated Asia's best beach multiple times. Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) offers the Natural Bridge rock formation and pristine beaches. Port Blair, the capital, houses the Cellular Jail
Cellular Jail (Kala Pani) — where Indian freedom fighters were imprisoned by the British, now a national memorial with a moving Sound & Light Show. Ross Island shows the ghostly remains of the British colonial headquarters being reclaimed by jungle. Baratang Island's limestone caves and mangrove creeks add adventure. The islands are accessible by flight from Chennai, Kolkata, and Delhi, or by ship from Chennai/Vizag.
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Our editors' pick for the ideal day in Andaman.
Walk Asia's most beautiful beach at dawn. The turquoise water, white sand, and jungle backdrop are paradise perfected.
Dive into crystal-clear waters with vibrant coral reefs, sea turtles, and manta rays. India's best underwater experience.
Tour the haunting prison where freedom fighters endured 'Kala Pani.' The solitary cells and gallows tell a powerful story.
Watch the Cellular Jail illuminate as the narration brings the independence struggle alive. Deeply moving and patriotic.

The Cellular Jail, also known as 'Kala Pani' is an old colonial prison situated in Port Blair, the capital of Andaman and Nicobar islands. Constructed by the Britishers during their colonial rule in India, the jail was used particularly to exile Indian political prisoners. It was used to house many notable freedom fighters such as Batukeshwar Dutt,

With its brilliant coral reefs and alluring cyan waters, the Elephant beach is one of the locations that add to the beach paradise reputation of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. These waters are a prime destination for tourists wishing to engage in water sports like snorkelling, swimming, banana boat rides, speed boats and diving. There are two way

Neil Island is a part of the South Andaman Administrative District and belongs to Ritchie’s Archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. A part of the massive ocean separates it from Ross Island and Havelock Island, Tourists visiting Havelock often make a day-long trip to Neil Island. Perhaps the most endearing feature of this island is its three sandy beache
Awarded with the title of 'Asia's Best Beach' by the TIMES magazine in 2004, Radhanagar Beach in Havelock Island with its turquoise blue waters and powdery white sands lives up to the moniker. Its vast shores of endless white grains stretch across 2 kilometres, making it a prime attraction of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Baratang Island, also known as Ranchiwalas Island, is a beautiful little island in the North and Middle Andaman Administrative district and is situated about 100 kilometres away from Port Blair by road. The island is well-known for its mangroves, mud volcanoes (only ones in India) and limestone caves. However, you may need to take permission from t

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands’ mesmerising natural beauty, featuring lagoons, mangroves, beaches, flora and fauna, makes for a unique night kayaking experience. Havelock and Port Blair are famous for their night kayaking or bioluminescence tours through mangroves, small islets, lagoons and more. Under the guidance of expert instructors, people ge

Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a popular spot for scuba diving among tourists. Most popular island among all the islands for the dives however, is Havelock. It is an ideal diving destination for everyone, right from a novice to an experienced diver. For non-certified amateur divers, charges start from about INR 3,500 for a 30 minute dive

Mount Harriet National Park is undoubtedly the most beautiful of the nine national parks housed on Andaman island. Located in Ferrargunj Tehsil of Port Blair, Mount Harriet is Andaman's third peak (365m) and the most easily accessible one. Spread over an area of 46.62sq km, the national park is home to several species of birds and animals. Due to i

North Bay Island in Andaman is most preferred by tourists for its breathtaking coral reefs and exhilarating adventure activities. Interestingly, the picture of an island on the back of a 20 Rupee note is of North Bay Island.

Located just half a kilometre from the jetty at Neil Island, Bharatpur Beach is a stunning shoreline famous for water sports like snorkelling, glass-bottom rides, and scuba diving other than beach exploration and sunbathing. The shore has shallow water with coral reefs. If you wish to spend some time away from the crowd then one can easily find a p

Water Sports in Andaman have been a major attraction for adventure seekers and water babies. Although the demand for water sports is fulfilled at various locations in Andaman, Water Sports Complex, located in Port Blair is popular for the variety and safety they offer. Whether it is swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing or just a boat ride,
Located just 2 kilometres east of Port Blair is Ross Island (now known as Netaji Subhash Bose Island); an island which was once the administrative headquarters of the British, but today is only an uninhabited island. Following an earthquake that hit Ross Island in the year 1941, the British left the island and shifted their settlement to Port Blair

Laxmanpur Beach 1, located on Neil Island is known for its beautiful sunset. The sunset point is located right next to the beach. Offering amazing views of the sunset, one can relax and enjoy the view being seated at the huts and benches by the shore. Reach 15 mins before the sunset to catch a spot.

Located on Neil Island, Laxmanpur Beach is a long beach divided into two parts: Laxmanpur Beach I known for its mesmerising sunsets and Laxmanpur Beach II known for the two natural arch bridges or Howrah Bridge. The abundance of corals and marine life on the shores during the low tide is popular among visitors. Walking towards the natural arch brid
Corbyn's Cove is the nearest beach to Port Blair. It is quite popular among tourists as well as locals. It has some water sports provision, but people often do not want to enter the waters because the surroundings are littered and the water is polluted with garbage. The facilities for water sports are also not as impressive as many other beaches in