Port Blair is a city full of surprises and offers many places for travllers. Located in the southernmost part of the Andaman Island, Port Blair is surrounded by thick tropical forests and rolling hills on all sides. Undoubtedly Port Blair is the largest settlement in the whole of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and is therefore considered to be the safest and most convenient place from where tourists can explore the mysterious human and natural life of these islands. Beaches in Port Blair are surrounded by picturesque hills, thick groves of coconut and palm trees, wild forests and of course, a sparkling blue ocean that stretches out into The horizon.
Because of the rich underwater fauna that surrounds the reefs of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, these beaches are hotspots for scuba diving, underwater photography and marine explorations.Below is a list of some of the most Beautiful beaches in Port Blair. Most of these are easily accessible and surprisingly popular among locals with each place having its own hidden stories and legends. Let us take a look:
Famous Beaches in Port Blair That Every Tourist Must Visit Once in Their Lifetime
1. Corbyn’s Cove Beach
Whether we agree or not, every big city that have situated at costal line that has its own favorite beach. Often this beach also turns out to be the number one location for which the city itself becomes famous among tourists in Port Blair which is known as Corbyn’s Cove Beach. It is almost always overflowing with water sports and adventure opportunities for touristsoffers many hidden and photogenic spots that visitors can make the best use of, and also surrounded by shady grooves of tropical trees. Accommodation can be easily found all around the beach because most tourists consider this location to be the most convenient of all Beaches in Andaman.
Entry fee: No Entry cost
Opening and closing timings: no official opening and closing timings
Time taken to visit: minimum 2 hours
2. Wandoor Beach
Imagine sitting on the softest stretch of sand that slowly blends into the sparkling turquoise blue waters of the reef, as small dark green islands emerge from within the uniform body of water only to gently beckon at you to follow them with your eyes. Wandoor Beach is one of those locations which cannot be but beautiful in every weather. It is the number one chosen spot for those tourists who want to get to know the Marine wildlife of Andaman. Swimming is not allowed in this beach because of the high number of saltwater crocodiles which find home in this place. Close to this beach is the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, one of the best aquariums and marine wildlife parks to ever exist in all of India.
Entry fee: 90 INR per person
Opening and closing timings: 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Time taken to visit: 2 to 3 hours
3. Munda Pahar Beach
One of the most Popular Beaches in Andaman & Nicobar, this unique stretch of sandiland is located in the most noisy corner of Andaman – known as the Chidiya Tapu, the noise here originate from a thousand chirping birds which have found their home on this little Island more than a millennium ago. On the same tapu stands the Munda Pahar, which is the main terrestrial attraction of this location which gives this Island its name. Tourists love to spend time bird watching, trekking, indulging in nature photography and botany explorations when they visit this specific beach. It is also a very popular location among aesthetic enthusiasts who want a good spot for vlogging or videography.
Entry fee: No Entry cost
Opening and closing timings: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. (in winters the closing timing is reduced to 3:00 p.m. because of the sunset)
Time taken to visit: 3 to 4 hours
4. North Bay Island Beach
Port Blair is more than a city – it is an umbrella nomenclature which includes not only the main Cosmopolitan settlement but also several little islands that surround this area. One such Island is the North Bay Island, and its beach is one of the most secluded and underrated beaches in Port Blair. While there are some water sports options for tourists, we wouldn’t consider this Island to rank high on locations for Sightseeing in Port Blair. The truth is, this Island is completely removed from man made luxurys and is a rugged place that is preferred by those tourists who want to get lost in the wilderness of Andaman and Nicobar, far away from the generic crowds.
Entry fee: 60 INR per person
Opening and closing timings: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in summers and 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in winters.
Time taken to visit: one day trip
5. Lalaji Bay Beach
Although this hidden Beach is 6 to 7 hours away from the capital city, most tourists still count it as one of the best beaches in Port Blair that they must experience during their trip. The exact location where this beach is located is known as Long Island. This beach will remind you of the coasts of North America, China, Greece or Spain. Most visitors agree that the Lalaji Bay Beach is easily superior even to the popular beaches of Bali! This is another rustic and natural addition to this list where the ambience is untouched and unpolluted by the general lives of humans. Those looking for some natural adventures can definitely attempt a trekking journey around the beach with the help of experienced local guides.
Entry fee: No Entry cost
Opening and closing timings: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Time taken to visit: one day trip
6. Bada Balu Beach
Locals say that this little spot is one of the most untouched beaches in Port Blair that are located almost within the city limits. This beach is also located on the Chidiya tapu and is famous for its uniquely gray sand. It is quite a safe beach in comparison to many other options in Andaman and can be a great excursion spot for families that include young children. While this beach is never too crowded, it is well managed by the local life guards. There are options of scuba diving, snorkeling, jet skiing etc on this beach that tourists must try at least once. One drawback to this tropical heaven are the swarming sandflies which have made this place their home. Unfortunately night stay and camping is not allowed on this beach.
Entry fee: No Entry cost
Opening and closing timings: opens at dawn and closes at dusk
Time taken to visit: 4 to 5 hours
7. Chota Balu Beach
Just like every major coastal tourist destination has a family beach, it also has a lovers beach which is mostly reserved for the couples and hopeless romantics who want to capture the poetic aspect of nature. Chota Balu Beach is a gentle and sweet spot which is often recommended for honeymooners and couples who are looking to spend time with each other without any distractions. The gentle blowing wind, fine grain sand, open horizons and rustling vegetation makes this location the best choice among all Beaches of Port Blair which suits artists, nature lovers and adventurers the most. While water sports is not that common on this beach, you will definitely find some couple oriented, simple skiing equipment that you can use to make wonderful memories with.
Entry fee: No Entry cost
Opening and closing timings: no official opening and closing timings
Time taken to visit: minimum 3 hours
8. Khurmadera Beach
The beauty of Andaman shows the most when we inspect the minute differences between each Island and every beach – and come to the conclusion that none seem to be quite like the other. Khurmadera Beach, of course, is the most different to them all because this beach is a complete private property which is maintained as such throughout the year. Due to this tourists have to follow some strict rules and code of conduct when exploring this beach. A small fee is also charged for every tourist who wishes to enter! It is still one of the most popular beaches in Port Blair, owing to the shallow topography and mesmerizing hills that claim the surrounding view
Entry fee: 90 INR per person
Opening and closing timings: open 24 hours
Time taken to visit: 2 to 3 hours
9. Aamkunj Beach
Some tourists hold the secret belief that if you truly want to explore Andaman, the best way to do it is to undertake whole day journeys to truly unexplored locations deep within the wilderness of these islands. The Aamkunj Beach is located 4 hours away from Port Blair, close to the hamlet of Rangat. This beach is completely safe for swimming, and is also well established enough for tourists to enjoy sunbathing and picnic excursions all day long. Aamkunj Beach is different from all other Beaches in Port Blair – due to it being situated in Middle Andaman, tourists coming here often enjoy previously unseen vegetation and fauna. While you are at it, you can even spend some time in the town of Rangat itself!
Entry fee: No Entry cost
Opening and closing timings: open 24 hours
Time taken to visit: 2 to 3 hours
10. Baludera Beach
If you want to explore the true coastal culture of Andaman, you must come to Baratang Island. The Baludera Beach is without a doubt one of the most culturally endowed Beaches in Port Blair and there is a huge scope for tourists to interact with the local village cultures, artwork and woodwork that make Andaman what it truly is. While staying at this beach you can enjoy the experience of treetop huts, elephant rides for your children and swimming in the sea with your entire family. Some modern accommodations have also been made for in house swimming for those tourists who want a luxurious experience far from the stress of city life. The limestone caves located near the Baludera Beach, along with the mud volcano and parrot Island make for exciting additions to the itinerary for Sightseeing in Port Blair.
Entry fee: No Entry cost
Opening and closing timings: open 24 hours
Time taken to visit: one day trip
11. Laxmanpur Beach
Many beaches in Andaman are not open to tourists after sunset. The mysterious Laxmanpur Beach is one of them. It is one of the Most Popular Beaches in Andaman as well as Neil Island. This beach is a vast expanse of quiet, uninhabited land that tourists prefer to spend the whole day at. There are many colorful seashells hidden in the white sand of this beach. Yes indeed, it is this white sand that makes the Laxmanpur Beach so popular among Instagrammers and aesthetic enthusiasts. The climate of this region is almost always hot and windy, but very pleasant during the final hours of sunset. Most adventure activities like scuba diving and snorkeling are available for tourists here.
Entry fee: No Entry cost
Opening and closing timings: 2 to 3 hours
Time taken to visit: one day trip
Frequently Asked Questions?
A. Although not located in Port Blair, Lalaji Bay Beach is often considered a part of the Port Blair package as it can be best accessed only through the capital city of the Andaman and Nicobar union territory. This beach is by far the cleanest beach in all of Andaman.
A. The Wandoor Beach is the closest to the Port Blair airport and is only 25 km away from the main airport of Port Blair City.
A. The Chidiya tapu beach, also known as the Munda Pahar beach is the number one location from where tourists can enjoy a sunset.
Conclusion
Andaman travel packages for Family basically seem to revolve around Marine tourism and a number of famous picture perfect beaches that have been a part of every true traveler’s bucket list for ages now. Contact our experienced professionals at TRISOJ to get attractive discounts on your personalized Port Blair Travel Packages that will be designed keeping in mind all your prudential and aesthetic requirements every step of the way!
