Beaches
Radhanagar Beach
Radhanagar Beach (Beach #7) is the most beautiful on the island and was rated as the best in Asia by Time in 2004. Gorgeous, silky white sand backed by a forest that provides welcome shade looks out over turquoise water, stretches with a sandy bottom good for swimming.
Elephant Beach
Elephant Beach is further north from Radhanagar and is popular with Indian tourists, the coral here is probably the best on the island, making this an excellent spot for snorkeling.
North Bay
North Bay (Coral Island) is accessable from Port Blair via ferry. The treasures of these coral islands are unforgettable. As the underwater world comes alive, one forgets that there is a less perfect world outside. A peek into this magic land leaves one in a daze for the rest of the day. Coral island with white sand beaches and surrounded by the pristine beauty of Nature. The sea has gifted this island with all the splendor to attract any sea loving human. The Coral reefs, though damaged, are gorgeously decorated by nature to stun the visitor. The exquisite marine life and aquatic ecology offer some of the best snorkeling site for visitors.
Corbyn's Cove
Corbyn's Cove, an ok beach, and the closest to Port Blair. Popular with locals for swimming and watching the sunset.
Chidiya Tapu
Chidiya Tapu is the southern most tip of South Andaman. The lush green mangroves, forest cover with numerous chirping birds and the Sylvan Sands and Munda pahar beaches make it an ideal picnic site. The forest guesthouse situated on top of a hillock provides a fabulous view of isolated islands, submerged corals and the breath-taking sunset.
Wandoor
The Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park at Wandoor comprises 15 small and large islands, creeks and open sea spread across 280 sq. km. It includes mangrove creeks, tropical rain forests, more than fifty types of corals, and rare under-water marine life. Glass bottom boats and snorkels are available on hire to watch these colourful marine life.
