Avoid
Chidiya Tapu in September
Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India
Monsoon retreating. Trails drying
Why September scores 1/5
Weather
Monsoon retreating. Trails drying
Roads & Access
self drive: Easy scooter ride from Port Blair. road condition: Good paved road from Port Blair. public transport: Local bus from Port Blair (₹30, infrequent). Best by auto/taxi.. from nearest city: Port Blair: 25km drive (45min). Auto-rickshaw ₹300-400 one way. Taxi ₹600-800 return with waiting.. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
rescue: Port Blair emergency services. helpline: Carry first aid for trekking. Medical: return to Port Blair.. ambulance: Call 102/108 from Port Blair. police station: Nearest at Port Blair. nearest hospital: GB Pant Hospital, Port Blair (25km, 45min)
Network
VI: No, JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Near Port Blair — Jio, Airtel, BSNL all work on main road. Patchy inside forest trails.
Kids
Kid-friendly (4/5) — Easy nature walks suitable for all ages, 50+ bird species to spot, Best sunset point in Andaman, Biological park nearby with endemic species, Close to Port Blair (25km)
Elevation
10m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist
- ✗Still muddy in places
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Peak birding season — migratory birds present, stunning sunsets |
| February | 5/5 | Best — dry, comfortable for trekking, excellent birdwatching |
| March | 5/5 | Excellent. Comfortable temperature for Mundapahad trek |
| April | 4/5 | Good. Getting warmer. Early morning treks recommended |
| May | 3/5 | Hot but still accessible (near Port Blair) |
| June | 1/5 | Monsoon — trail muddy, some birds gone |
| July | 0/5 | Peak monsoon — trails waterlogged |
| August | 0/5 | Monsoon continues |
| Septemberviewing | 1/5 | Monsoon retreating. Trails drying |
| October | 3/5 | Post-monsoon. Migratory birds starting to arrive |
| November | 4/5 | Birding season beginning. Comfortable weather |
| December | 5/5 | Peak season. Best sunsets. Full bird diversity |
Practical Details
How to reach
Port Blair: 25km drive (45min). Auto-rickshaw ₹300-400 one way. Taxi ₹600-800 return with waiting.. Roads: Good paved road from Port Blair. Self-drive: Easy scooter ride from Port Blair. Public transport: Local bus from Port Blair (₹30, infrequent). Best by auto/taxi.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
10m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
budget
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