Birdwatching Tours in Port Blair: Maximize Lifers in 4 Hours

☕ The “Back for Breakfast” Guarantee : Our morning forest sessions run from 05:30 AM to 10:00 AM. You get peak dawn-chorus birding at Chidiyatapu and are back at your hotel in time to join your family for late breakfast or prepare for your afternoon ferry to Havelock/Neil.

⛴️ Ferry & Flight-Compatible Schedules : Have a 1:00 PM ferry to Havelock or an afternoon flight? We structure hotel pick-ups and drops around your transit times so you don’t waste a single hour sitting in a hotel lobby.

Tour Itineraries Designed for Your Schedule

1: Morning Forest Birding (Chidiyatapu)

Time: 05:30 AM – 10:00 AM (approx. 4 hours)
Drop-off: Back at your hotel by 10:00–10:15 AM.

Highly Recommended For: High endemic count, morning canopy activity, returning before check-out/ferry.

We pick you up directly from your Port Blair hotel at 05:45 AM and take the 30-minute drive to the primary forest trails of Chidiyatapu. We focus on key canopy and understory endemics while bird activity peaks at dawn.

Key Targets: Andaman Shama, Andaman Treepie, Andaman Woodpecker, Andaman Coucal, Andaman Green-pigeon, Andaman Serpent Eagle, Andaman Bulbul, Andaman Drongo, White-headed Starling, Freckle-breasted Woodpecker, Long-tailed Parakeet, Plume-toed Swiftlet, Pacific Reef Egret, Collared Kingfisher, Scarlet Minivet, Oriental Cuckooshrike, Asain Glossy Starling and Ornate Sunbird.

2: Afternoon Wetland & Wader (Sippighat)

- Tour Time: 02:30 PM – 05:30 PM (approx. 3 hours)
- Drop-off: Hotel drop-off by 05:30 PM, leaving your evening free for dinner with family.

Best For: Waterbirds, raptors, and travelers arriving in Port Blair on noon flights.

After picking you up from your hotel, we head to the Sippighat Wetlands—a rich habitat created by marshlands and tidal mudflats.

Likely Targets: Andaman Teal, Cotton Teal, Watercock, Pacific Golden Plover, White-nest Swiftlet, White-bellied Sea-Eagle, Yellow & Cinnamon Bittern, and seasonal waders (Long-toed Stint, Red-necked Stint, Red-throated Pipit, Chinese Pond Heron, Pin-tailed Snipe, Oriental Reed Warbler, Curlew Sandpiper, Whimbrel).

3: Night Owling Session Add-On

Evening Time: 05:00 PM – 8.00 PM (approx. 3 hours)

Ideal For: Nocturnal endemics without taking up daylight holiday hours.

Drive out to quiet forest patches after dusk for an ethical call-and-response owling session targeting nocturnal endemics.

Owls & Nightjar: Hume’s Boobook (Ninox obscura), and Andaman Hawk-Owl (Ninox affinis), Oriental Scops Owl (Otus sunia modestus), Andaman Nightjar (Caprimulgus andamanicus)

Transparent Pricing & Package Details

All tours are completely private to guarantee flexible pacing and direct personal attention from your guide.

Zero cost for accompanying Non-birding family members or kids.

(Group size capped at 5 people per vehicle to maintain a high-quality experience).

Tour Option	Duration	Price (1–2 Pax)	Extra Birder	Included In Tour
Half-Day Tour Morning, Afternoon OR Night	3.5 – 4 Hours	₹6,500	+₹500 / person	Naturalist, Private AC Vehicle, Permits, Hotel Pickup & Drop, Bottled Water
Full-Day Tour Forest + Wetland Birding	7.5-8 Hours	₹9,000	+₹1,000 / person	Naturalist, Private AC Vehicle, Permits, Hotel Pickup & Drop, Bottled Water
Owling Add-On Night Birding Session	3 Hours	+₹2,000	Included	Night Specialist Naturalist, Dedicated Transport, Spotlighting Equipment

Reserve Your Custom Slot

Because our tours are private and led by experienced local naturalists, daily availability is strictly limited.

Advance Booking: A 25% deposit reserves your naturalist and vehicle. Pay the remaining balance during your tour.
Direct Enquiries: Contact us with your travel dates and ferry/flight times, and we will build a custom timeline for your schedule.

WhatsApp /Call: +91-9679542325 (SHAKTI)

Email: info@tribesmen.in

Address: Near PG Homes, Buniyadabad, Port Blair, A&N Islands – 744102

Ready to Book?

Need Quick Booking or Custom Timing?

Speak directly with our local birding guide to align with your ferry, flight, or family holiday schedule.

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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our short-duration Port Blair birding runs.

Can I fit a birding session on the day I take a ferry to Havelock Island? +

Yes. If you catching afternoon ferries that depart Port Blair between 11:30 AM and 02:00 PM. Our morning birding session gets you back to your hotel by 10:15 AM, giving you plenty of time to check out, pack, and head to the jetty.

I only have 4 hours in Port Blair. Is a birdwatching tour worth it? +

Absolutely. Port Blair’s proximity to Chidiyatapu (30 mins drive) allows you to target 6 to 10 Andaman endemics (including Andaman Shama, Andaman Bulbul, and Andaman Coucal) in a single morning session between 05:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

What if my family wants to sleep in or stay at the hotel? +

Because all our tours are 100% private, you can head out early for dawn-chorus birding while your family rests or enjoys the hotel amenities. You will be back at the hotel before mid-morning, allowing you to spend the rest of the day together on family sightseeing or beach trips.

How many Andaman endemics can I expect to log in 4 hours? +

On our morning Chidiyatapu forest run, listers regularly log 6 to 10 priority Andaman endemics (such as the Andaman Shama, Andaman Bulbul, Andaman Coucal, and Andaman Drongo). On afternoon wetland runs at Sippighat, key targets include the endemic Andaman Teal.

Can you pick me up from the airport or handle my luggage? +

Yes. If you have a tight schedule between flights and hotel check-ins, our private AC vehicles can accommodate your luggage. We can pick you up directly from Port Blair Airport (IXZ) or drop you off at the jetty post-tour.

Do I need to pack my own spotting scope? +

While you should bring your preferred binoculars, your naturalist always carries a high-grade field spotting scope. This is especially helpful for wetland viewing at Sippighat and picking out distant forest canopy perches without adding heavy gear to your luggage.

How does booking and payment work? +

We require a 25% advance deposit to block and confirm your naturalist and private vehicle. The remaining balance can be paid conveniently in cash or online transfer during the tour.