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An ecstatic beach located in Port Blair, Andaman Islands.
Corbyns Cove beach is the most visited beach of Port Blair. In fact, according to a 2017 survey by Eternal Andamans, it is evident that 7 out of 10 people visit the beach on their trip to the isles. Needless to say the place lives up to its name by offering one of the most ecstatic sceneries in the islands.
Corbyns cove beach has one of the longest constructed shorelines in Port Blair shaped in a crescent way that stretches up to 1.5 Km in length, with a fairly wide area open on both sides.
The water here is fairly clear and comes with just the right amount of waves for a perfect swim.
Absence of underwater reefs and the right amount of sand stiffness makes sure your feet are safe from cuts and sea creatures during your swim.
The beach is divided into 2 parts in width, one for relaxation and the other for swimmers, which also acts as a wall in times of a high tide. It has abundance of coconut trees that provide the feel of tropical relaxation.
The beach also has sleep benches which really comes in handy if you are looking to relax at the shore after a tiring day.
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Travelers usually take a walk from the right side of the beach to the left. The right side doesn’t have any shops or water vendors, so it’s better to start from there and walk towards the left end so you can find something to eat and relax after your small beach trek.
The beach itself has restaurant and hotel which offers delicious seafood dishes and refreshing drinks so you can indulge your taste buds in amazement.
The Reefs:
On the right side of the beach is an open area, shaded by tall coconut trees which are perfect for a picnic with your family.
A small visit past the bunker and you can walk down a narrow path to the reefs where lies another bunker that offers a great view of the Snake Island and is a perfect place to experience mildly fierce tropical winds with small showers of sea water that refreshes your mind. The small snake island is clearly visible from here.
Walking further right down the beach you can find and abundance of large fishing boats which further leads down to dense mangrove forests.
Overall, its is one of the best beaches you can visit in Port Blair and we do recommend a trip here.
Although, the beach is mostly famous for walk and swims, it does offer a wide range of water activities, for people who’d love some adventure.
Available Activities at the beach:
The most readily available water sport in every tourist destination that has a sea, Jet Ski Rides are safe, popular, and have a fair amount of thrill with them. The activity can be easily booked at the Corbyn’s cove beach when you reach there; the booking stall is kept near the left gate of the beach.
The ride is made thrilling by the waves at the Corbyn Beach, the tides are relatively high when compared to other beaches in Port Blair which lets you fly above the water and dive through it in return.
However, you will always be accompanied by a trained jet skier to keep you safe, which makes this a preferred activity for both adults and children.
Just as the name suggests, Speed Boat Rides takes you on a journey to the nearby seas surrounding the beach in a fast boat. This activity can be done in groups of four, and can be a thrilling experience depending on the vendor.
At Corbyn’s Cove where the waves are lively, you will be jumping around the waves with sprays of water mixed with wind that splashes on your face and takes the tiredness away; overall, a great activity for people of every age.
Scuba Diving is what some people call and experience that they remember and want to do again and again. The Corbyn’s Cove beach offers a fairly decent and the easiest place to scuba dive in Port Blair.
The activity is done near the Snake Island, where there are patches of both hard and soft corals with just the right amount of marine life. You will take off on a boat from the platform located at the left side of the beach and will be taken near the small island where experienced divers will prepare and accompany you underwater for your amazing experience.
Although, not the very best place to dive, the Corbyns beach does offer a fairly decent experience, the best part about it is that a trip to the beach is included in every package and therefore a lot can be saved without expensive boat rides and additional transportation.
Here is the updated list of water sports rates at the beach.
Reaching the Corbyn’s cove beach can be both easy and hard depending on how you want to reach there. It is located around 9 Kms from the Airport and it takes around 35 minutes to reach there.
There are several ways you can reach there; the easiest one would be through a cab. The beach is located at the other side of the urban area, and therefore there are no buses that will take you to the beach.
Rest assured, there are auto rickshaws and cabs you can take to reach there. If you are keen on going there by bus, you can take a bus from any bus stand to the Corbyn Chowk, and take the second right to reach the beach by foot.
It’s a 2.6 Km walk with small up and downhill roads, so it’s only recommended if you like walking or are on a tight budget.
A trip to the Corbyns Cove beach is common after a visit to the Cellular Jail as the timing of light and sound show fits perfectly with the evening. The beach is located almost 7 Km from the cellular jail and can be reached only by taking a cab. There are no connecting buses that reach the beach and therefore a private vehicle or cab will always be the best option.
The ride takes you via the shore side road which presents amazing scenery. Moving forward you will be greeted by small patches of tropical jungle and then a wide open view of the sea, which makes this the best driving experience you can have in Andaman.
People who like to walk can take the stairs down from the park near the jail to reach the bus stand, where they can catch a bus to the Corbyn Chowk and can walk 2.6 Km to reach the beach. This is not usually preferred by travelers as the buses to the chowk are scarse (1 every 2.5 hours) and walk can be long from there.
For people who’d like to make Corbyns cove their preferred point of stay in Port Blair, there are 3 Hotels that are very near to the beach.
However, it is not usually recommended to book a hotel this far from the city because the distance from ferries and transportation can take time and might not be ideal because people usually come to Andaman on a tight 5-7 day tour plan.
Closest hotels to the Corbyns Cove Beach:
Last Updated on 17 Jan 2020
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