Chidiya Tapu
The 'Bird Island' at the southern tip of South Andaman, ringed by mangroves and forest, and the finest sunset spot near Port Blair.
Chidiya Tapu, meaning 'Bird Island', sits at the southern tip of South Andaman, about 25 km from Port Blair. The route runs through mangroves and tropical forest, where many local bird species can be observed. It is the best-known sunset viewpoint around Port Blair. There is also a biological park and a forest trail leading to Mundapahad Beach (check current access). Crocodile warnings are posted on the shore, so do not swim. It is recommended to set off in the afternoon, watch the sunset and then return.
Opening hours
All day (Biopark closed Mondays)
Nearby sights
- Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park (Jolly Buoy Island)
- Wandoor Beach
- Corbyn's Cove Beach
- Viper Island
- Zonal Anthropological Museum
- Samudrika Naval Marine Museum
- Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex & Marina Park
- Cellular Jail