Best Beaches in Port Blair (2024 Edition)
Written By Go2andaman Editorial Team on February 12, 2021 Things To DoBest BeachesPort Blair
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Imagine a paradise where golden sands meet crystal-clear waters, where epic sunsets paint the sky in hues of purple and orange.
These beaches in Port Blair are not just sandy stretches, they are the ideal spots for a truly memorable vacation.
Here’s a list of beaches you can visit while in Port Blair
1. Chidiya Tapu Beach – village-core vibes & a famous sunset
Chidiya Tapu, aka ‘Bird Island’, has one of the best beaches in Port Blair just a short drive away. With golden sands, clear waters, and superlative trees, it’s perfect for swimming and strolling. The sunsets here are epic offering breathtaking views, while the nearby jungle is a paradise for birdwatchers, with rare and indigenous birds and a monitor lizard or two!
2. Wandoor Beach – locals say: the best sunset in all of Andamans.
Wandoor Beach is about 25 kilometers from Port Blair. Known for its unspoiled beauty and clear waters, it’s perfect for swimming and sunbathing making it one of the best beaches in Port Blair.. The dreamy sunset views paint the sky with purple hues over the gentle waves. Getting to Wandoor Beach is an adventure itself with roads winding through lush greenery on both sides.
3. Jolly Buoy Beach – open for 6 months in reality, but year-round in dreams.
Jolly Buoy Beach, has an unspoiled beauty and is filled with marine life. A quick boat ride from Wandoor Beach, it’s part of the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park. Take a swim, read your favourite book or explore colourful corals and exotic fish on a glass-bottom boat ride, it’s a peaceful spot for nature lovers, making it a standout among the beaches in Port Blair.
4. Corbyn’s Cove Beach – it’s right here! Go visit + water sport bonanza!
Unlike other beaches in Port Blair known for relaxation, Corbyn’s Cove Beach stands out as an adventure hub. With soft sandy shores, gentle waves, and swaying coconut palms, it’s an ideal spot for relaxing or enjoying water sports like jet skiing, parasailing, sea karting and banana boat rides. Beachside shacks serve delicious seafood and refreshing drinks, perfect for enjoying the beach day.
5. Munda Pahad Beach – mini-trek, mega view.
Munda Pahad Beach is a hidden paradise known for its scenic beauty and crystal-clear waters, making it one of the most perfect beaches in Port Blair. Accessible by a short 1-hour trek (yes, we said trek, not trail :p) through a dense forest, the journey adds to its attraction, offering great opportunities for Insta-worthy pictures and peaceful relaxation. Nearby tea shops provide tasty snacks and tea, perfect for enjoying, especially in the evening.
A Few Things to Keep in Mind
- The government takes special measures to protect the natural environment and growth of corals in these beaches, hence there’s a limited number to the number of people who can visit these destinations daily.
- Special permits are required and boat fees are also charged to reach some of these destinations.
- Some places have plastic restrictions as well.
- Also, not all islands are open year-round. To preserve and not over-expose these islands & beaches, these places take terms to be open and closed.
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