A journey to Port Blair, where time freezes and you can just enjoy the beauty of the present. Port Blair, the capital of Andaman & Nicobar Islands is located on the eastern bank of the southern Andaman Island.
Port Blair is famous for its natural vistas with turquoise blue water and alluring sky. Moreover, it is also a haven for vacationers who wish to indulge in water sports like snorkelling, diving, sea walking, and more.There are plenty of things to do in Port Blair from discovering a rich tribal culture to exploring shorelines and islands and picking up coral artifacts at Aberdeen Bazaar.Following is a list of top things to do in Port Blair, Andaman.
KAALA PANI
Cellular Jail or Kaala Pani is one of the most popular places to visit in Port Blair. Take a trip around the jail blocks of the Cellular Jail where Indian freedom fighters were once imprisoned. Take a guide along to know about the history of Kala Pani and how the British used to treat the freedom fighters.
MUSEUM TOUR
Taking a half-day museum tour is one of the most interesting things to do in Port Blair, Andaman. Museums in Port Blair uncover the city’s tribal history, marine life, and more. From a plethora of island artifacts at Samudrika Marine Museum to lively tribal murals at the Anthropological Museum and endemic marine species at the Fisheries Museum – there’s a lot to see and learn. And it’s all the more fun if you are on an Andaman family holiday.
BIRDWATCHING AT CHIDIYA TAPU
Besides grand sunsets, Chidiya Tapu is also a good spot to go bird watching. If you are a bird watching enthusiast then this is one of the best things to do Port Blair. Different kinds of birds from all over the world flock here and are a spectacle to witness. The best time to go bird watching here is during the morning when they are highly active. To enjoy the beautiful sunsets, stay till around 4 pm.
ROSS ISLAND: LIGHT AND SOUND SHOW
One of the most famous things to do in Port Blair is to visit Ross Island – once the colonial capital of the British. It takes you to another world with its British vestige places – you will come across an old church and a bakery from colonial times.
As the Sun sets, it’s time for the Light and Sound Show, and all the tourists assemble and settle on the chairs opposite to the Bakery. Pin Drop silence. People wait in anticipation. It’s totally dark and the show starts. The show makes any Indian a true patriot AND if you have missed it, you have not seen Andaman at all.
UNDERWATER WALKS
Watch time fade away on an underwater sea walk at North Bay Island where you can experience the amazing marine life of the Andamans. Spot fishes, see coral reefs up close, watch lobsters in action while walking on the seabed of this exciting island. Besides, there are plenty of fun activities in Port Blair like snorkelling and scuba diving you can try here.
MOUNT HARRIET
Go for a bird watching tour at Mount Harriet National Park on your trip to Port Blair whilst surrounded by over 393 plant species, 90 species of birds, mammals, and more. There are a number of unique species of moths and reptiles here as well as marine turtles and elephants. There are also grand sunsets and sunrises you can enjoy while relaxing at this park.
TREK TO MUNDA PAHAD AT CHIDIYA TAPU
One of the things that most people don't know about Andaman and Nicobar Islands is that it is a trekker's paradise. While the beaches in Andaman are famous among the travelling community, very few people come here to trek. One of the easiest and most accessible treks in Andaman Islands is the trek to Munda Pahad from Chidiya Tapu.
The trail throughout provides you with mesmerizing views of the azure sea on either side – something that you would surely miss if you just stick around in the beach. While the trail is so beautiful, the final point of the trek will surely take your breath away. The vast sea merges into one from three sides. The sea stretches off to infinity as you can’t see anything apart from the water for miles on either side.
SHOP FOR SOUVENIRS AT ABERDEEN BAZAAR
Here is the answer to your question what to buy in Andaman. If you're looking to take back souvenirs from Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Aberdeen Bazaar will offer you a variety of them made by native artists at dirt-cheap prices. You can get everything here: from jewellery to wood carvings, from sweets to Andaman t-shirts. It is amongst the top things to do in Port Blair.
MARINA PARK
Marina Park is located around 3 km from Aberdeen Bazaar. The most beautiful aspect of Marina Park is that it is located at seashore. So you can enjoy both the scenic view of ocean and the enjoyments in the park. A stroll by the sea side walk lane in marina park is worth taking in the evening with all street lights lit up on both sides.
The flag point (Tiranga Park)
This flag point is of great historical significance as this is the exact spot where Netaji Subash Chandra Bose hoisted the Indian flag for the first time in Indian soil on the 30th December 1943. Today, at an altitude of 150 feet in the South point area in Port Blair stands a flag pole that is visible from our rooms and our rooftop Bar + Kitchen. This flag pole stands proud and tall and the Indian flag continues to flutter gracefully. An early morning walk to the flag point from the hotel is the perfect way to start the day.
