The North Bay Lighthouse, located on North Bay Island (just off the coast of Port Blair), is one of the most iconic lighthouses in the Andaman Islands. The lighthouse is beautifully perched atop a hill, offering panoramic views of Port Blair, Ross Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island), and the surrounding turquoise waters.
North Bay Island itself is famous for its coral reefs, glass-bottom boat rides, scuba diving, snorkeling, and sea walking. The lighthouse not only serves as a navigational aid but is also featured on the backside of the old ?20 Indian currency note, making it a historic and photographic landmark.
Island Entry: ?30 – ?50 (varies by boat operator).:
Water Sports (Optional):
Glass-bottom boat: ?500–?800
Snorkeling: ?800–?1,200
Scuba Diving: ?3,500+
Sea Walk: ?3,000–?3,500
For Indian Tourists:
? No special permit required to visit North Bay Island or its lighthouse.
? Entry tickets for boats/ferries from Aberdeen Jetty, Port Blair are sufficient.
? Adventure activities (scuba, snorkeling, sea walk) require booking & operator permission, but not a government permit.

For Foreign Tourists:
? Foreign nationals do not require a Restricted Area Permit (RAP) specifically for North Bay Island since it falls under Port Blair’s day-excursion zone.
? Passport details are usually recorded by boat operators before departure.

Special Note:
? Permits are required only for certain tribal/reserved areas and Nicobar Islands, NOT for North Bay.
? Visitors must return the same day (no night stay allowed)