Covered by thick mangroves and dense greens, Chidiya Tapu is a great trekking destination and island in the Andamans. It is truly a great adventure spot and a paradise for bird watchers. It is an ultimate heaven and delight to the senses.
Tips for Tourists
Stay updated with weather status and pack accordingly
Keep all the basic medications handy
Always carry your first aid kit
Don’t leave your binoculars and digital camera behind as the island is full of migratory birds
Always wear goggles and carry your swimsuits as you will definitely get wet
Trivia and Interesting Facts
Chidiya Tapu is located only 20 km from Port Blair
Munda Pahad Beach and Chidiya Tapu are the clean and most well-maintained destinations in Andamans
Closest to Port Blair and is accessible easily
Belongs to Emerald Islands
Established in 2001 and stretched around 40 hectares
Things to do
You should definitely try bird watching here and the island is well known for its different bird species which are indigenous here.
Enjoy various fun water activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, deep sea walking, boating and pearl hunting
Sunset is definitely something you shouldn’t miss. You can definitely have the most mesmerizing and exciting sunset here at Sunset Point.
Don’t forget to trek to Munda Pahad for exotic views.
Do you really need a guide?
It is not required but it is really worth having a local guide who has proper knowledge and experience about the places. You can benefit from the expertise of a guide in Andamans or when you arrive at Port Blair. There are plenty of tour guides available in this destination.
Getting There
Chidiya Tapu is an island located just 20 km from Port Blair. You can easily get there by road. You can even hire a boat to sail to the island.
When to visit?
Don’t plan your trip to the islands in a heavy monsoon period as the beach wouldn’t be open for activities. So, you will miss the chances for having fun. Summer is full of heat waves. It is also not the right time to visit. The best time is before the arrival of heavy rains and after heat waves. August to February is the best time for tourists to visit the islands. During these months, you can also witness a huge number of birds and this place looks even more beautiful after monsoons.
Where to go after visiting Chidiya Tapu?
The whole island is a tourist destination in itself and is surely worth a visit for a tourist. You can definitely add the following places to your bucket list –
Port Blair
Munda Pahad Beach
Chidiya Tapu Biological Park
Munda Pahad hills
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