Beaches

Beaches in Andaman

The most striking thing about Andaman is its beaches, tucked in the various pristine islands. Shimmering blue waters, smooth sands, pretty cottages & huts, and exciting water sports are what make these beaches in Andaman a must-visit.

While some highly popular & captivating ones are jam-packed with tourists, other serene & secluded beaches are ideal for a private holiday for honeymooners.

Though there are numerous stunning beaches in Andaman, we have compiled for you a hand-picked list of the best ones. Have a look before planning a holiday in Andaman.

Radhnagar Beach

Radhanagar and Vijaynagar Beach in Havelock are real exposures of unpolluted nature for an environment lover. Vijaynagar Beach is just in front of Dolphin Yatri Niwas and Radhanagar Beach is 7km away from Dolphin Yatri Niwas.

Harminder Bay Beach

These beautiful beaches are situated at Hut Bay island at a distance of 100 km from Port Blair and are connected by Inter Islands shipping services.

Karmatang Beach


Karmatang Beach, a turtle nesting ground, is being developed as a tourist complex. Situated at Mayabunder, northern part of Middle Andaman, 240 km by road and 136 km by boat from Port Blair.

Ramnagar Beach

A sandy beach situated at Diglipur Island. It is connected by two daily boat services from Mayabunder and from Port Blair twice a week.

Jolly Buoy

An island in Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, it offers a breathtaking underwater view of coral and marine life. It is an ideal place for snorkeling, sea bathing, and basking on the sun-kissed beach.

Cinque Island

The lure of underwater coral gardens and unspoiled beaches especially a sand bar joining two islands is irresistible. Super place for SCUBA diving, swimming, fishing, and Camping.

Red Skin Island

Another island in Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park has a nice beach and offers spectacular views of corals and marine life.

Havelock Island

About 38 Km. from Port Blair, this island provides an idyllic resort in the lap of virgin beach and unpolluted environment. A camping facility is available near Radhanagar Beach. A guesthouse of the Tourism Department "Dolphin Resort" is available for tourists.

Barren Island

At a distance of about 135 Km. from Port Blair is the land of the volcano, Barren Island, the only active volcano in India. The Island, about 3 km. has a big crater of the volcano, rising abruptly from the sea, about 1/2 Km. from the shore, and is about 150 fathoms deep. Can be visited on board vessels.

Viper Island

The Britishers used to harbor convicts here. The first jail was constructed here which was abandoned after the construction of Cellular Jail. It has a gallows atop a hillock, where condemned prisoners were hanged. Sher Ali, who killed Lord Mayo, the Viceroy of India in 1872, was also hanged here.

Neil Island


This beautiful island with lush green forest and sandy beaches is the vegetable bowl of Andamans. Connected by boat from Port Blair four days a week, it provides an ideal holiday for eco-friendly tourists. Hawabill Nest guesthouse of the Directorate of Tourism is situated here (Tel: 82630). One can feel the sincerity and serenity of village life here. Beautiful beaches at Laxmanpur, Bharatpur, and Sitapur, and the bridge formation on the seashore (Howrah bridge) are the attractions.

Long Island

Connected by boat four times a week from Phoenix Bay Jetty, this island offers an excellent sandy beach at Lalaji Bay, an unpolluted environment, and evergreen forests. The sea around the island is frequented by dolphin convoys. Lalaji Bay, 6 km. away from the boat jetty, is accessible by a 15-minute journey in dinghies or trekking through the forest. The Directorate of Tourism offers island camping during the season.

Rangat

One can enjoy the quiet village life and solitude of virgin nature here. You can also breathe unpolluted air, a rare commodity for the city dweller. Cutbert Bay beach (20 km. away from Rangat bazar/jetty) is a turtle nesting ground. One can view the nesting of turtles during the December – February season. Hawksbill Nest, the guest house of the Directorate of Tourism, is near the Cuthbert Bay Beach and Turtle Sanctuary. Panchavati Waterfall and Amkunj Beach are on the way to Cutbert Bay. One can go to Mayabunder and Diglipur from here.

Mayabunder

Situated in the northern part of Middle Andaman, Mayabunder offers excellent scenic beauty and beautiful beaches. Inhabited by the settlers from Burma, East Pakistan, and ex-convicts, Mayabunder has a distinct culture. The beach at Avis Island (30 30-minute boat journey from Mayabunder), Karmatang Beach (13 km.) and mangrove-lined creeks are the attractions. Karmatang Beach is also a turtle nesting ground. One can view the nesting of turtles during the December- February season. Swiftlet Nest guest house of the Directorate of Tourism (Tel: 73495) is very near to the Karmatang beach. One can go to Kalighat (for Diglipur) by boat from here.

Diglipur

Situated on North Andaman Island, Diglipur provides a rare experience for eco-friendly tourists. It is famous for its oranges, rice, and marine life. Saddle Peak, 732 meters, the highest point on the islands is nearby. Kalpong, the only river of Andaman flows from here. The first hydroelectric project of the islands is coming upon this river. One who comes by road from Port Blair has to take a boat from Mayabunder to Kalighat and from there journey by road to Diglipur (25 km.), and from there to Kalipur (18 km.) for viewing, Kalipur and Lamiya Bay beaches. The Directorate of Tourism provides comfortable accommodation at Turtle Resort, Kalipur. The Water Sports Centre is nearby. Those who want to go trekking to Saddle Peak can collect trekking equipment on hire from Turtle Resort and start trekking from Kalipur. Ram Nagar beach (15 km. away from Kalighat) is famous for Turtle nesting during the December – February season. One who comes by boat from Port Blair will reach Aerial Bay jetty, which is very near to places like Diglipur and Kalipur.

Ross and Smith

The twin islands joined by a bewitching sand bar, are 30 minutes away from Aerial Bay jetty or Kalipur Water Sports Centre. Directorate of Tourism offers island camping at Smith Island during the tourist season. One can feel the innocent beauty of village life everywhere in Diglipur. One who prefers to be away from the hustle and humdrum of urban life must come here to enjoy unhurried holidays. Saddle Peak is popular for trekking/nature trails through the evergreen rainforest. Kalighat is connected by daily two-boat services from Mayabunder. Port Blair – Diglipur (Aerial bay jetty) boat services are available twice a week.

Little Andaman Island

This island has a beautiful beach at Butler Bay, a waterfall and a plantation of oil palms. Apart from this there are several sandy beaches all along the coastline of the island. The breakwater at Hut Bay offers an excellent view to tourists. Little Andaman is the vegetable bowl for the Nicobar group of islands. The Onge tribals live on this island, and so do Nicobarese apart from settlers from erstwhile East Pakistan and other places. However entry to tribal areas is restricted. Journey 8 hrs. by sea from Port Blair towards the south.