Sight
Viper Island
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
Viper Island is a small island near Port Blair known for its historic British-era jail, which once held prisoners. The island offers a blend of history and nature, with the jail ruins set against a backdrop of tropical vegetation. Visitors take a scenic ferry ride to reach the island, where they can explore the jail's remains and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. It's a poignant site that reflects the colonial past of the Andamans.
Don't miss
- Explore the ruins of the British-era jail
- Take a scenic ferry ride with views of the bay
- Stroll through the island's lush greenery
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Viper Island
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inHurghada: VIP Seafood Yacht to 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkeling4.9★ · 58 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$20 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFull-Day Scenic Tour around the Island Tour from Port Vila4.5★ · 176 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$184 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Vip Tangier Tour Exclusively - Ferry or Cruise Ship Port5★ · 40 travelers7–8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$113 per personSee dates →More attractions in Port Blair