Jolly Buoy Island in Andaman Islands
Jolly Buoy Island is yet another famous island of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is also very famous for under water corals and the pristine clear beach. To reach Jolly buoy island people have to come to Wandoor beach. This is located in Mahatma Gandhi National Park. This journey is a memorable journey for the thick forest surrounding the clear pristine sea. It is one to one and half hour journey from Wandoor beach. Visitors can enjoy the underwater coral view through snorkeling , Scuba diving or from the glass bottom boat. There is no accommodation available. Night Stay is not allowed and the visitors have to come back to the mainland by the end of the day.
Jolly buoy Island is very famous for underwater corals and the pristine clear beach. This place is one hour journey from Wandoor beach. Snorkeling and scuba diving are available here. To reach Jolly buoy island people have to come to Wandoor beach. This is located in Mahatma Gandhi National Park. Wandoor beach is 30 Kms from Port Blair by road. This route is same for visiting Red Skin island also. Both Jolly buoy and Red skin are located at Mahatma Gandhi National park. The normal time leaving to Jolly buoy Island at Wandoor beach is 9.00am. Make sure to reach Wandoor beach before 9.00am. All the ships leave at the same time and come back together. The island is very small, so there is nowhere to go . The Tourism Department has built changing rooms and toilets. There are also some thatched shades made on the beach to relax.
The location is quiet scenic. There is no pollution, no plastic and no construction on the island. The beach is small but beautiful with extremely clear water. There are flowers growing along the beach and the thatched shades blend in nicely with the surroundings. The whole picture is one of tropical paradise.
Basic Information
This Island famous for its underwater marine corals and flashy colorful fishes and the pristine, untouched clear water. Visitors can view underwater coral through snorkelling, Scuba Diving or from the glass bottom boat ride.
The entry fees of jolly buoy island is Rs. 50 per person for adults, Rs. 25 per person for children, 25 per still camera.
June to September
8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Some rides are for 15 minutes, some for 30 minutes and some for 1 Hour. We personally recommend you to go with the longest duration one. The route to Jollybouy is same for visiting Red Skin Island also. Both Jolly buoy and Red skin are located at Mahatma Gandhi National park.
Interesting Facts
- Along with the Red Skin Island, this is also under the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park.
- A mesmerizing coral with plethora of fishes and water species can be seen when going glass bottom boating or snorkeling.
Things to DO
- Snorkeling is the most popular adventure to indulge in on the Jolly Buoy Island tour.
- Glass Bottom Boat Ride.
- Scuba Diving
- Enjoy Sunbathing
Traveller Tips
- Do not enter the island without taking a proper permit from the administration.
- Remove all the plastic items such as bottles, plastic bags etc before going to Jolly Buoy Island as it comes under plastic free.
How to reach
Jolly Buoy is located in national park. Visitors can take a taxi from Port Blair to Wandoor Beach and then take a ferry from the beach to reach Jolly Buoy Island. Reach Wandoor Beach early as most ferries to the island leave around 9 am.
Nearby Attractions
Chidiya Tapu
Chidiya Tapu is located about 25 kms from main Port Blair city and is well connected by road. It is the southernmost point of South Andaman district. Port Blair. From Port Blair, the journey would take around one hour to reach Chidiya tapu. It is a very famous for sunset view and for bird watching. One can easily reach here by hiring a cab. The best time to visit is in summers as that is when you have clear sky and a lovely myriad of sunset colors in the sky.
For adventure lovers Chidiya 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).
Red Skin Island
Red Skin is a part of Mahatma Gandhi National Park having underwater garden and unspoiled beaches. The sea also has dolphins playing in the water. It has a nice beach and offers spectacular view of corals, fishes and marine life. An island in Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park offers wide range of Exotic corals and marine life which can be viewed via Glass Bottom Boat & Snorkelling. It is an ideal place for Snorkelling, sea bathing and basking on the sun kissed beach.
Restaurants Facility
- Ananda Restaurant
- New Lighthouse Restaurant
- Adi Bengali Hotel
- Waves
- Paradise Cafe
- Blue Marline
Places to stay near Jolly Buoy Island
- Sea Princess Beach Resort, Wandoor, Port Blair
- Anugama Resort
- White Coral, Port Blair
- Wild Grass Resort Andaman, Port Blair
- F Hotel, Port Blair
- Hotel Park, Port Blair
Frequently Asked Questions
Red Skin Island
- Ananda Restaurant
- New Lighthouse Restaurant
- Adi Bengali Hotel
- Waves
- Paradise Cafe
- Blue Marline