South Button Island National Park

National Park Tiny Andaman island national park protecting coral reefs

Part of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, South Button Island National Park protects coral reefs, sea turtles and reef fish. Divers and snorkelers visit for marine biodiversity and shallow coral gardens.

South Button Island National Park is a small national park in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India that protects an uninhabited island and surrounding marine habitat. It is designated for conservation of marine life and seabirds.

The island and surrounding waters were designated as a protected area to conserve marine ecosystems and to safeguard breeding and feeding sites for seabirds and marine species.

The national park lies within the Andaman and Nicobar island group in the Bay of Bengal, administered by the Indian union territory.

Marine conservation: The island is uninhabited and valued for its coral reefs and marine biodiversity, with restricted access to protect habitats.

How to Get to South Button Island National Park #

Access is by boat from Port Blair; national park permits and local authorizations are required. Boat transfers and diving/snorkeling trips are arranged through licensed operators in Port Blair.

Tips for Visiting South Button Island National Park #

Access requires boats from Port Blair and permits from the Forest/Andaman authorities; plan permits well in advance.
Snorkel and diving are the main attractions - organize trips with licensed operators in Port Blair who know local protected zones.