Virgin Island & Crystal Lagoon📍 Port Blair, South Andaman

Avis Island

Uninhabited Virgin Island with Coconut Groves & Mirror-Clear Lagoon in Mayabunder

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Timings

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Requires Forest Department Permit; Closed on Heavy Weather Days)

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Entry & Show Rates

Forest Dept Permit Fee (Nominal) | ₹1,000 - ₹1,500 Round-Trip Boat Pass

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Time Needed

3 - 4 Hours

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Best Season

October to April (Best Hours: 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM)

🏝️ Uninhabited Virgin Island

Avis Island — Mayabunder (North Andaman)

An untouched virgin island featuring coconut groves, mirror-clear lagoon waters, zero commercial crowds, and island boat trips.

ℹ️ Permit & Boat Pass Fares

Forest Permit Source:DFO Office Mayabunder

Round-Trip Boat Pass:₹1,000 - ₹1,500 per Boat

Boat Travel Time:20 Minutes from Mayabunder Jetty

Island Status:Uninhabited / Eco-Protected

💡 Permit & Visitor Advice

Forest Permit Mandatory:Obtain permit from DFO Mayabunder or through your travel guide before reaching the jetty.

Carry Water & Food:No shops or commercial vendors exist on the island; bring your own drinking water and dry snacks.

Top Experiences & Adventure

🏝️ Activities at Avis Island

2 Activities Available

Boat Safari💰 ₹1,000 - ₹1,500 / Boat

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🚤 Mayabunder Coastal Boat Cruise

Enjoy a 20-minute boat transfer across clear sea waters from Mayabunder Jetty.

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🏝️ Coconut Grove & Pristine Lagoon Relaxation

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🏝️ Coconut Grove & Pristine Lagoon Relaxation

Wade in shallow mirror-like turquoise waters surrounded by virgin coconut palm forest.

✅ Included in Island Entry / Self-Guided🧭 Free Exploration

📅 Suggested Morning Island Cruise Schedule for Avis Island

Full Day Schedule

⏰ 08:30 AM

Permit Verification & Report at Mayabunder Jetty

Present forest permit at Mayabunder Jetty and board private wooden/fiber boat.

⏰ 09:00 AM

20-Minute Coastal Boat Cruise

Enjoy a scenic boat ride across calm blue bay waters towards Avis Island.

⏰ 09:20 AM

Arrival & Turquoise Lagoon Exploration

Step onto white sand shores, wade in crystal turquoise lagoon, and relax under coconut palms.

⏰ 12:00 PM

Return Boat Ride to Mayabunder Jetty

Board return boat back to Mayabunder main jetty.

✅ What is Included

✓Access to Avis Island coastline under forest permit

❌ Exclusions & Optional Add-ons

✕Forest Department permit fee
✕Round-trip boat transfer fare

🎒 What to Carry & Travel Packing Tips

✔️ Original Government Photo ID for Forest Permit✔️ Drinking water bottle & light dry snacks✔️ Reef-safe sunscreen & hat✔️ Camera

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📜 Overview & History of Avis Island

Avis Island is a breathtaking uninhabited virgin island located just a 20-minute boat ride from Mayabunder Jetty in North Andaman. Famous for its mirror-clear turquoise water, lush coconut palm plantations, and soft coral-speckled white sand, Avis Island offers total privacy away from commercial tourist crowds. Because Avis Island is a protected forest reserve, visitors must obtain a special Forest Department Permit from the DFO Office in Mayabunder prior to boarding the boat. The island features calm, shallow lagoon waters perfect for wading, relaxing under coconut shade, and nature photography.