A beautiful island, set at a distance of 82 km from Port Blair, Long Island is known for its sandy beaches, unexplored areas, evergreen forests and soothing ambience.
The island boasts of having some of the most splendid beaches of Andaman and Nicobar like Marg Bay Beach and Lalaji Bay Beach. Long Island is a must visit if you wish to spend some time a tranquil environment. Here, one gets to explore the unexplored side of an island which holds a completely magical atmosphere. Long Island is a great snorkeling and scuba diving destination. Long Island has a number of attractions which promise a great holiday to every kind of traveler. Walk through the narrowed concrete paths and explore the real beauty of nature which lies in the atmosphere of the island. Near the Long Island, there are a number of uninhabited islands like North Passage Island and Guitar Island which have some great beaches.
Best time to visit
Long island experiences moderate weather throughout the year. It is best to visit the place in summer and winter season which are suitable for sightseeing. Avoid monsoon season for a visit.
Getting there
Regular boats operate between Port Blair and Long Island.
Accommodation and food
ANIIDCO Yatri Niwas, Blue Planet Resort and APWD Forest Rest House are the only places offering accommodation at Long Island. Built at beautiful locations, all the options offer a comfortable stay. There are 3 restaurants which serve delicious food to all the guests. Guests can enjoy south Indian thalis, snacks and chai at these restaurants.
