About Chidiya Tapu
Chidiya Tapu is a coastal village and beach located at the southern tip of South Andaman Island, about 25 km from Port Blair in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Known as Bird Island, it is famous for its sunset views, dense mangrove forests and diverse birdlife. The area includes a sandy beach, forested hills and the nearby Chidiya Tapu Biological Park, making it a popular nature and leisure destination.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a quiet sandy beach fringed by forested hills and mangroves, with clear views of the sea and sunset. The area offers birdwatching opportunities with many endemic species, a small beach for walking and photography, and access to the Chidiya Tapu Biological Park which displays local flora and fauna. A short trek to Munda Pahad viewpoint is available nearby. Facilities are basic with small eateries and parking.
Key highlights
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Sunset viewpoint over the Bay of Bengal
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Birdwatching for endemic and migratory species
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Chidiya Tapu Beach for walking and photography
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Chidiya Tapu Biological Park with native wildlife
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Munda Pahad trek and viewpoint
History of Chidiya Tapu
The name Chidiya Tapu translates to Bird Island in Hindi, reflecting its long-standing association as a habitat for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds.