North Bay Island
Delve into pristine marine ecosystems with customized scuba diving, sea walking, and glass-bottom boat excursions.
Destination Overview
North Bay Island is the premier destination for water sports in Port Blair. The island features vibrant coral gardens surrounding a sandy cove, making it the perfect hub for both beginners and certified divers to experience the rich marine biodiversity of the Andaman Sea.
Historical Significance
The island's lighthouse is famous across India—it is the very lighthouse depicted on the back of the old ₹20 Indian rupee note.
Why Visit?
To participate in underwater Sea Walking, a unique activity where you wear a helmet connected to an air line and walk on the ocean bed among coral reefs.
What Makes It Unique?
Vast fields of brain corals and staghorn corals housing millions of colorful reef fish just meters from the shoreline.
Quick Information
Details & Logistics
Sanctuary Gallery
Experience Hospitality with Hotel Sunrise
When you arrange your Sri Vijaya Puram excursions through the Hotel Sunrise reservations office, we provide complete, seamless VIP logistics. Leave the scheduling, licensing, transfers, and refreshments to our local hosts.
Private VIP Transfers
Air-conditioned luxury SUVs or yacht connections between Aberdeen jetty and the biological reserve.
Concierge Guide
PADI divers, historians, or local naturalists depending on the focus of your itinerary.
Priority Fast-Pass Permits
Skip forest licensing queues and ticket office lines. All bookings are cleared in advance.
Villa Snack Platter
Complimentary fresh tropical fruit baskets, refreshments, and picnic basket lunches prepared in-house.
Nearby Experiences
Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island)
Walk among majestic British-era colonial ruins slowly reclaimed by giant peepal roots and friendly deer roaming freely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stay at Hotel Sunrise • Experience Sri Vijaya Puram
Allow our dedicated concierge hosts to arrange private yacht cruises, timing approvals, fast-track permits, and premium transfers for your visit to North Bay Island with our custom Andaman Travel Packages.