Little Andaman Island
The Little Andaman Island is one of the largest islands in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that are open to the public. Being a bit distant from Port Blair, they are not frequently visited, but the pristine beaches, palm trees, waterfalls and the surf draw a number of tourists.The island has bounced back from the devastations of the tsunami in 2004 and has established resorts and thatched houses where tourists can stay. The beach and light house are the major attractions. Scuba diving and snorkelling are the main activities here
Madhuban
Madhuban is located at a distance of 20 km by ferry from Port Blair in the north-east of South Andaman. This is a forest area good for trekking and watching birds, animals and a number of butterflies. The forest area in Madhuban is famous for trekking. Here elephants are used for lumbering work.
Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
Situated 29 km. from Port Blair on the south-western coast of South Andaman is the massive Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park. Wandoor, a small fishing hamlet is the entry point to the park, which comprises of 15 islands and several islets spread across 280 sq. km. The Park was established for the protection of marine life including corals and nesting sea turtles.
Ross Island
Ross Island, located about 2 km from Port Blair, is a popular tourist spot with remnants of the Victorian British era. Some of the remains of British era that can be seen in the island include old buildings like the chief commissioners house, Presbyterian Church, state ball room, an old Andamanese home bakery, swimming pool and a hospital. A museum in Ross Island, maintained by Indian Navy, has a collection of pictures depicting the island in its full glory
Gandhi Park
Gandhi Park in Port Blair is a small and beautiful park with amusement rides, a garden, a small narrow trail around a small lake inside the premises, water sports, historic remains of a Japanese temple and a war bunker.The Gandhi Park was built in only 13 days around the Delthamani tank which served as Port Blair’s only source of drinking water in those days. This park is a good source of entertainment, especially for children.