Luxury Port Blair Tours
The Andamans' gateway town, where the Cellular Jail memorial, Ross Island's ruins and a southern sunset point sit within easy reach of each other.
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Overview
Port Blair At A Glance
Port Blair is where every Andaman journey begins. Most visitors treat it as a transit stop. A luxury Port Blair tour treats it as a chapter of its own. Start at the Cellular Jail. Construction began in 1896 and finished in 1906. It held political prisoners far from the Indian mainland. Walk the wings slowly with a guide who knows the stories. Then stay for the light and sound show after dark, told in the courtyard where it happened. By day, take a short boat ride to Ross Island. It was the British administrative seat. Now the ruins are wrapped in jungle roots. Bring a camera. The setting is strange and quiet. Drive south to Chidiya Tapu, the tip of South Andaman. It is known for its birdlife and its sunset point. Go late and let the evening settle in. Port Blair is also the base for the islands beyond. Your private guide and driver keep the pace easy. Your route can be shaped around the ferry or flight that brings you in or takes you on. Check current details with your guide. Give the town a full day if you can. It rewards that.
- Best Time
- November to April, when the sea is generally calmer and island sightseeing is easier to plan. The wetter months can disrupt boat trips.
- Getting There
- Veer Savarkar International Airport is the gateway, just a short drive from the town centre. Check current flight and sailing details with your guide.
- Where To Stay
- Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Bay Island, Port Blair, Sinclairs Bayview Port Blair
- Continue To
- Havelock Island, Neil Island
- Coordinates
- 11.62° N, 92.73° E
What To See
What To See In Port Blair
Port Blair's real highlights are what a private guide builds each day around.
Cellular Jail
The colonial prison where India's political prisoners were held in solitary confinement.
Chidiya Tapu
The southern tip of South Andaman — 'Bird Island' — known for its birdlife and its sunset point.
Ross Island
The old British administrative capital, now colonial ruins held together by jungle roots.
Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show
The jail's own history told after dark, in the courtyard where it happened.
How To Travel
Journeys Through Port Blair
Every journey comes with a private guide and driver for each day on the road. Full details live on each journey's own page.
7 Nights
Andaman Signature Island Circuit
Havelock Island · Neil Island · Port Blair
7 Nights
Andaman Scuba Diving Journey
Havelock Island · Neil Island · Port Blair
7 Nights
Andaman Port Blair Explorer
Havelock Island · Neil Island · Port Blair
6 Nights
Andaman Adventure & Watersports
Havelock Island · Neil Island · Port Blair
5 Nights
Andaman Barefoot Luxury
Havelock Island · Neil Island · Port Blair
5 Nights
Andaman Island Hopper
Havelock Island · Neil Island · Port Blair
5 Nights
Andaman Havelock Dive Retreat
Havelock Island · Neil Island · Port Blair
5 Nights
Andaman Islands & History
Havelock Island · Port Blair
Where To Stay
Where To Stay In Port Blair
Stays are chosen for the setting and the service, then matched to the pace of your route.
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Bay Island, Port Blair
★★★★★
Welcomhotel Bay Island stands on Marine Hill, a wooded promontory jutting into Port Blair's harbour. The legendary architect Charles Correa designed it, and that pedigree still shows. Sloped roofs and timber pavilions step down the hillside toward the water, built to work with the terrain rather than flatten it. The hotel holds just 46 rooms and suites, a small number by five-star standards. That scale keeps the place personal. Public areas open onto the sea on nearly every side, and much of the property is built around covered, breezy pavilions rather than sealed corridors. It feels closer to a well-run island retreat than a conventional city hotel, despite sitting only a few kilometres from Port Blair's airport and the Cellular Jail. Rooms split into three categories: Deluxe Rooms facing the garden, Superior Rooms facing the bay, and Executive Suites that add a separate living area with sea views. All come with high-speed WiFi, an electronic safe, and modern bathrooms finished in local tile work. WelcomCafe Bay Leaf, the main restaurant, opens onto al fresco seating with harbour views and serves a fresh-seafood-forward menu alongside Indian, Chinese, and European dishes. Swizzle Bar takes over in the evenings, an open-air lounge built around timber columns with the sea visible past the railing, pouring a solid range of Indian and imported spirits. An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a full-service spa round out the amenities. For travellers who want proper five-star service and a genuine sense of place on their first or last night in the Andamans, before or after island-hopping to Havelock or Neil, Bay Island remains one of Port Blair's most established addresses.
Sinclairs Bayview Port Blair
★★★★
Sinclairs Bayview sits on South Point, built down a sloping hillside that drops straight to the Bay of Bengal. It is one of the few hotels in Port Blair where most rooms genuinely face open water, and that view is the property's defining feature. The hotel holds 43 rooms and 3 suites across a series of stepped levels, a layout shaped directly by the hillside site. Rooms range from straightforward Deluxe options to sea-facing Premiere Rooms and Suites, up to the Valentine Room with its full-height glass windows on two sides, and a two-storey Premier Attic option for guests who want something different. Egyptian cotton sheets and proper bedding run through the room categories, a nicer touch than the four-star tier usually offers. The Bayview restaurant serves multi-cuisine meals on a garden deck that runs right along the sea, a genuinely pleasant spot to eat as the light changes over the water. Alto Espirito, the hotel's Spanish-themed bar, handles evenings with cocktails and snacks in a more elegant setting. An outdoor pool with its own sea view rounds out the property's main amenities. Corbyns Cove Beach and Port Blair's harbour attractions sit a short drive away, making Sinclairs Bayview a practical, well-placed base for exploring the city before heading onward to Havelock or Neil Island. For travellers who want a genuine sea view without paying five-star rates, this hillside property remains one of Port Blair's most consistently well-reviewed choices.
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Frequently Asked
Questions About Port Blair
How many days do you need in Port Blair?
One full day covers the Cellular Jail, the evening light and sound show and a stop at the waterfront. Add a second day for Ross Island and Chidiya Tapu. Many travellers also use Port Blair as a base before heading to Havelock or Neil, so a night at either end of the trip is common.
What should I know before visiting Port Blair?
Dress lightly but respectfully. The Cellular Jail is a national memorial. Wear comfortable shoes for stairs and uneven ground. Carry water and sun protection, as the island sun is strong. Photography rules vary by site, so check current details with your guide. Island transport can shift with the sea, so keep your plans flexible.
When is the best time of day to visit the Cellular Jail?
Go in the morning for cooler air and quieter halls. The light and sound show is held after dark in the courtyard, so many travellers do both. A guide can link the two into one day with a rest in between. Check current timings with your guide.
Is Ross Island worth a visit from Port Blair?
Yes, if you enjoy history and quiet ruins. It was the British administrative seat, and the remains are now held together by jungle roots. It is reached by a short boat ride. Bring sun protection and good shoes. Check boat arrangements and current access with your guide.
Are your tours in Port Blair private?
Yes. Every journey is private. You travel with your own guide and driver, and the pace is yours to set.
What is the best time to visit Port Blair?
November to April, when the sea is generally calmer and island sightseeing is easier to plan. The wetter months can disrupt boat trips.
How do I get to Port Blair?
Veer Savarkar International Airport is the gateway, just a short drive from the town centre. Check current flight and sailing details with your guide.
Can I combine Port Blair with other cities?
Yes. We can join Port Blair to other cities in Andaman & Nicobar in a single route, with transfers and stays planned around it.
Can you arrange hotels in Port Blair?
Yes. Stays are part of every journey. We match them to your budget and to the pace of your route.
How do I plan a trip to Port Blair?
Share your dates and who is travelling using the form on this page. A specialist replies with a private route for you to review.
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