CHIDIA TAPU
CHIDIA TAPU – ANDAMAN & NICOBAR TRAVEL GUIDE

INTRODUCTION
Chidia tapu is 30 KM from main city; this place is famous for sunset view and for bird watching. Varieties of birds visit this place. The road passes through forest and small hills up to the Chidia tapu. From Port Blair, the journey would take around one hour to reach Chidia tapu. If you are interested to watch the sunset it is advisable to take an afternoon trip to this place. Remains of trees uprooted during Tsunami in 2004 are still present near the beach. There is no restaurant or food stall available inside the park; however, small hotels are present at the entrance. While traveling to this place sea will be to your left side. On your way you would pass through the Kalapathar, a trail of black rocks and beach. Stop here to take some pictures and proceed to Chidia Tapu.
For adventure lovers Chidia Tapu has a little more to offer. A trekking trail, which passes through forest and beautiful coast line to reach the Munda Pahad(Black Mountain). The trail starts at the shore of Chidiya Tapu beach and moves up passing through dense forest. It’s advisable to take a guide or travel in groups to reach the Munda Pahad. Upon reaching Munda Pahad, an elongated black cliff at the edge of Chidia Tapu with an open sea scape is an amazing site, which most travelers visiting these islands miss. Carry food and water before starting your trek to Munda Pahad. You could also hire a ferry from Chidiyatapu to Rutt Island and even the Cinque Island, another interesting destination for people willing to go of the crowd.
How to Reach :
1.By Air :
The only commercial airport to reach Andamans is located at Port Blair, Veer Savarkar Airport, named after the famous freedom fighter Vir Savarkar who was imprisoned in this island at Cellular Jail earlier known as Kaala Paani. Direct flight to Port Blair is available from Chennai, Kolkata and Delhi. The journey usually takes around 2 Hrs 30 Mins.
2.By Sea :
The Andaman group of Islands is well connected by sea. Regular passenger services are available to Port Blair from Chennai, Kolkata and Visakhapatnam.
Chennai – Port Blair – Takes around 60 Hrs.
Kolkata – Port Blair – Takes around 66 Hrs.
Visakhapatnam – Port Blair – Takes around 56 Hrs.
Best Time to Visit :
Andaman and Nicobar Island is a year-round tourist destination. The area receives minimum fluctuations in the temperature and is always pleasant. The best time to visit Andaman and Nicobar Island is considered from November to mid-May. Monsoons are however recommended to be avoided because of the high tidal waves, incessant rains and strong winds.
Places to Visit :
- Ross Island and Chidiyatapu Sunset Trip
- Half Day City Tour and Chidiatapu Sunset
- Trekking Tour in Chidiyatapu
- Trip to Rutland Island From Chidiatapu
- Trip to Cinque Island From Chidiatapu
Travellers can plan any of the above mentioned tours to experience the beauty of Chidiatapu. For Photographers, Couples and Family we surely recommend this destination. For honeymoon couples this is a must visit destination, make sure your honeymoon package is customized so as to accommodate Chidiatapu sunset.

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