❝ Where the sea turns turquoise, coral gardens begin beneath your feet, and adventure waits beneath the waves, North Bay reveals the colourful soul of Andaman. 🏝️🌊🐠 ❞
🏝️ North Bay Island – Where Adventure Meets the Ocean
Just a short boat journey from Port Blair lies an island where the landscape changes completely.
No colonial ruins.
No abandoned buildings.
Instead, there is turquoise water, colourful coral, tropical fish and the sound of waves.
Welcome to North Bay Island.
Our Andaman Tour – Day 5, Episode 3 takes us into one of the most exciting marine destinations of the Andaman Islands.
After exploring the historical world of Ross Island, the journey now moves from history to adventure.
From forgotten ruins to living coral reefs.
From silent walls to the sound of the sea.
This is North Bay.
🌊 A Completely Different Side of Andaman
Ross Island tells stories of the past.
North Bay tells stories beneath the water.
The two islands are often included in the same boat circuit, creating a fascinating contrast during a day trip from Port Blair.
On one side, you explore colonial ruins slowly being reclaimed by nature.
On the other, the ocean opens into a world of coral gardens and marine life.
That contrast makes this combination particularly memorable.
North Bay is all about:
🌊 Clear blue water
🐠 Tropical marine life
🪸 Coral reefs
🤿 Underwater adventures
🚤 Boat experiences
📸 Ocean photography
🏝️ Relaxation by the sea
🏝️ Why North Bay Feels Like a Hidden Gem
North Bay combines relaxation and adventure in a relatively compact island experience.
The shoreline is surrounded by turquoise water, while coral formations begin surprisingly close to the beach.
For visitors who may not be experienced swimmers, the island also offers activities designed to allow people to experience the underwater environment with guidance and equipment.
This makes North Bay appealing to a wide range of travelers.
Families.
First-time visitors.
Adventure seekers.
Photography lovers.
And travelers simply looking for a beautiful escape from Port Blair.
🪸 Coral Gardens Just Beneath the Surface
One of North Bay’s biggest attractions lies beneath the waves.
The coral reefs begin close to the shoreline, creating an underwater environment that can be experienced through several activities.
With clear water and colourful tropical fish, even a short distance from the beach can reveal an entirely different world.
Look beneath the surface and the landscape changes.
The beach disappears.
The city disappears.
And suddenly there is only water, coral and marine life.
🤿 Snorkeling at North Bay
Snorkeling is one of the easiest ways to experience North Bay’s underwater world.
With a mask and snorkel, visitors can float above the coral beds and watch tropical fish moving through the clear water.
🌊 Why Snorkeling Is Popular
🐠 Colourful tropical fish
🪸 Coral formations
🏝️ Shallow-water experience
🤿 Suitable for beginners
📸 Fascinating underwater photography opportunities
💰 Approximate Cost
₹800–₹1,200
The actual price may vary depending on the operator and package.
For first-time visitors, snorkeling offers a relatively simple introduction to the marine environment.
🧜 Scuba Diving at North Bay
For those who want to go deeper, scuba diving offers a more immersive experience.
After a short guided training session, visitors can explore the underwater environment with professional guidance.
The experience is completely different from looking at the sea from the surface.
You descend.
The sound of the outside world fades.
And the coral landscape opens around you.
💰 Approximate Cost
₹3,500–₹4,500
Prices can vary depending on the operator and package.
🚶 Sea Walk – Walking Beneath the Waves
One of the most unique activities at North Bay is the Sea Walk.
Instead of swimming, visitors walk along the seabed while wearing a specially designed helmet.
This makes it particularly interesting for people who want to experience the underwater world without conventional scuba diving.
Imagine walking underwater while colourful fish move around you.
The experience feels almost surreal.
💰 Approximate Cost
Around ₹3,500
Video charges may be additional.
🚤 Glass-Bottom Boat Ride
Not everyone wants to enter the water.
For families, elderly visitors and those who prefer to remain dry, the Glass-Bottom Boat Ride offers another way to see the underwater world.
Transparent sections in the boat allow passengers to look down and observe the coral and marine life below.
💰 Approximate Cost
₹500–₹1,200
It is an easy way to experience North Bay’s marine beauty without swimming or diving.
🌊 One Island, Many Experiences
What makes North Bay particularly interesting is the variety of experiences available in one location.
🤿 Snorkeling – Explore the shallow coral environment
🧜 Scuba Diving – Experience the underwater world more deeply
🚶 Sea Walk – Walk along the seabed
🚤 Glass-Bottom Boat – See coral without getting wet
Whether you want adrenaline or relaxation, the island offers multiple ways to connect with the ocean.
🗼 The Famous North Bay Lighthouse
Above the water, North Bay has another famous landmark.
Its lighthouse is one of the most recognizable features associated with the island.
The lighthouse is particularly famous because it appeared on the reverse side of the old Indian ₹20 currency note.
For many Indians, seeing the actual landscape associated with that familiar image creates a fascinating connection between memory and reality.
The open sea around the lighthouse also creates excellent photography opportunities.
📸 Blue water
🌊 Open horizon
🗼 Lighthouse silhouette
☀️ Natural light
Together, they create a beautiful coastal composition.
📸 A Paradise for Photography Lovers
North Bay provides a completely different photographic experience from Ross Island.
Here, the main subjects are alive and moving.
📷 Turquoise sea
🪸 Coral formations
🐠 Tropical fish
🗼 Lighthouse
🏝️ Sandy shoreline
🚤 Boats against the horizon
🌤️ Clouds reflected across the water
The combination of blue water and colourful marine life makes North Bay particularly rewarding for photographers and travel creators.
🚤 How to Reach North Bay Island
North Bay Island is accessible by boat from Port Blair.
📍 Departure Point
Aberdeen Jetty
🚤 Travel Time
Approximately 30–40 minutes, often as part of a combined Ross Island and North Bay Island boat circuit.
Boats generally operate during the morning hours.
🎟️ Approximate Ticket & Entry Information
🚤 Boat Ride
Approximately ₹1,000–₹1,500
Combined island packages may vary depending on the operator and itinerary.
🎫 Entry Fee
Usually included in the boat ticket according to the supplied source.
🤿 Water Activities
Water sports and marine activities are charged separately.
Therefore, the overall cost of a North Bay visit depends heavily on which activities you choose.
🕒 Best Time to Visit North Bay Island
🌅 Morning: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Morning is highlighted as an ideal period for exploring the island and enjoying water activities.
During favourable conditions, the sea can be calmer and underwater visibility can be better.
This is particularly useful for:
🤿 Snorkeling
🧜 Scuba diving
🚶 Sea walking
📸 Photography
🌤️ Best Season to Visit
☀️ October to May
This period is considered the preferred season for visiting North Bay.
Visitors can generally expect more suitable conditions for:
🌊 Boat journeys
🤿 Water sports
📸 Photography
🏝️ Beach exploration
🌧️ June to September
The monsoon season can bring rougher sea conditions.
Weather and sea conditions should therefore be considered before planning an island trip during this period.
⚠️ Safety Tips for North Bay Island
The ocean may look calm and inviting, but responsible behaviour is essential during every water activity.
Always:
🦺 Follow the instructions of your activity instructor
🤿 Use the safety equipment provided
🌊 Follow designated activity zones
🪸 Never touch coral
🐠 Do not disturb marine life
🥾 Avoid walking barefoot over sharp coral areas
🚫 Never ignore safety instructions simply for a photograph
The goal is to enjoy the ocean while respecting its natural environment.
🌱 Protecting North Bay’s Coral Ecosystem
The beauty beneath North Bay’s water is also extremely fragile.
Coral reefs grow slowly and can be damaged very easily.
A careless step can destroy years of natural growth.
That is why responsible tourism matters.
🚫 Never step on coral
🚫 Never break or collect coral
🚫 Do not throw waste into the sea
🚫 Do not disturb marine animals
🚫 Avoid collecting shells and stones
🌊 Keep the ocean exactly as beautiful as you found it.
The best souvenir is a photograph—not a piece of the reef.
🎧 Experiencing North Bay in Silence
TravelWithSurajit is built around a simple idea:
Just see and feel.
North Bay is perfect for that philosophy.
You don’t need a long explanation when the camera is surrounded by turquoise water.
You don’t need narration when colourful fish are moving beneath the surface.
You don’t need words when the boat crosses the open sea and the lighthouse appears against the horizon.
Sometimes travel becomes more powerful when we simply stop talking and start observing.
🏝️ From Ross Island to North Bay
The Day 5 journey creates an unforgettable contrast.
🏛️ Ross Island — ruins, history and forgotten colonial life.
🌊 North Bay Island — coral, marine life and ocean adventure.
One takes you into the past.
The other takes you beneath the waves.
Together, they reveal two completely different faces of the Andaman Islands.
And that contrast is what makes the journey so memorable.
🌊 The Underwater Wonderland of Andaman
North Bay may appear small when viewed from the boat.
But beneath its surface lies an entirely different world.
Coral gardens spread beneath the water.
Fish move through the reefs.
Divers descend into the blue.
Snorkelers float above colourful formations.
And boats continue arriving with travelers eager to discover what lies beneath.
It is a reminder that some of Andaman’s greatest treasures are not found on land.
They are underwater.
🌄 Final Thoughts
North Bay Island is where the adventure side of Andaman comes alive.
After walking through the silent ruins of Ross Island, arriving at North Bay feels like entering another world.
The turquoise sea replaces old stone walls.
Coral reefs replace colonial ruins.
Colourful fish replace forgotten memories.
And adventure replaces silence.
Whether you choose snorkeling, scuba diving, sea walking or simply a glass-bottom boat ride, North Bay offers many ways to experience the marine beauty of Andaman.
For TravelWithSurajit, the real magic is not simply in describing what happens.
It is in allowing you to see the water, feel the breeze, watch the colours beneath the sea and experience the journey as if you were there.
🏝️ North Bay may be famous for adventure, but its greatest treasure lies beneath the waves.
🎥 Just see. Feel. Connect.
🌍 Travel. Feel. Connect.
🔗 Continue Your Andaman Journey
👉 Earlier on Day 5: Explore the forgotten British capital and its haunting colonial ruins at Ross Island.
👉 Andaman Tour – Day 5 Digital Photo Album: Continue experiencing the journey through photographs from Ross Island, North Bay and the surrounding adventure.
Stay connected with TravelWithSurajit as the Andaman journey continues through islands, beaches, underwater adventures, history and unforgettable travel moments.
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