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Marine National Park | Button Islands

North Button Island National Park

Tiny Andaman Island, Coral Reef, and Clear-Water Marine Habitat

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Image: Lubicz / Public domain
Marine Conditions Matter
Sea state, boat availability, and permissions shape whether a visit is practical.
Fragile Reef Habitat
This is a sensitive coral ecosystem where low-impact behavior is essential.

Plan Your Visit

Welcome to North Button Island National Park! Use the resources below to plan your adventure in one of India's most treasured wild spaces.

Reservations

There is no routine online safari portal for North Button. Confirm boat permissions, weather, and marine access through Andaman tourism and forest authorities before planning an excursion.

Lodging

Port Blair / Long Island Stays
Use Port Blair or onward island bases and plan the marine leg only after confirming current feasibility.

Book your stay

Browse stays in Port Blair Booking.com

This link opens Booking.com, a third-party site.

Visitor Centers

Andaman Tourism / Forest Contacts
Port Blair • Office hours
Current visitor guidance for remote marine parks in the islands.

Rules & Regulations

  • Do not damage coral or collect shells
  • Use only authorized boats and operators
  • Carry back all waste
  • Avoid disturbing nesting or resting wildlife
  • Follow Andaman forest and marine safety instructions

Accessibility

Accessibility is limited and strongly dependent on marine weather, permits, and the availability of authorized boats.

Basic Information

About This Park

North Button Island National Park protects one of the smallest and most remote island parks in the Andamans. It is best understood as a fragile coral-and-forest marine habitat rather than a conventional sightseeing destination, with access shaped by boat logistics, weather, and permissions.

Operating Hours & Seasons

SeasonMorning SafariEvening Safari
Calmer Sea Season (Nov - Apr)Boat access where authorizedReturn before late weather changes

Confirm current access through Andaman tourism or forest authorities before arranging a boat trip.

Closure PeriodRough sea conditions and monsoon weather can make access impractical.

Fees & Passes

CategoryAmount
Boat / PermitAs notified by Andaman authorities
Guide / Activity ChargesVaries by operator and permissions

Do not assume routine public access; marine logistics and local permission requirements come first.

Weather

☀️ Summer
March - May
25°C - 32°C
Warm tropical weather with generally clearer seas before the monsoon.
🌧️ Monsoon
June - September
24°C - 30°C
Heavy rain, rougher seas, and reduced boating reliability.
❄️ Winter
October - February
22°C - 30°C
The most comfortable season for planned island excursions.

Contact Information

Authority
Andaman and Nicobar Forest Department

Directions & Transportation

Physical Address

North Button Island National Park, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

12.3130° N, 92.9270° E

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By Air

Port Blair is the main air gateway for all Button Island planning.

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By Train

There is no rail network in the islands.

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By Road

Travel first within the Andaman island road-ferry system to the relevant departure point used by authorized boat operators.

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Local Transport

Use pre-arranged boats and local operators only when current conditions and permissions allow.

Things to Do

Boat Excursion
Approach one of the Andamans' most remote island parks by authorized boat where feasible.
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Snorkeling
Explore clear-water coral habitat where responsible, authorized marine activity is allowed.
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Marine Wildlife Watching
Look for reef fish, turtles, and other marine life around the island.
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Island Photography
Photograph the compact forested island rising from bright tropical water.

Nature & Wildlife

Key Wildlife

DugongDolphinSea TurtleReef FishWater Monitor LizardSea Birds

Flora

Moist tropical island vegetation backed by coral-rich marine habitat and clear coastal waters.

Fauna

North Button supports marine life, reef communities, and small-island fauna in one of the Andaman archipelago's most compact protected areas.

Learn About the Park

History

North Button Island was brought under stronger protection as part of the Andaman marine protected area network, preserving a tiny but ecologically rich reef island.

Quick Facts

Established
1979
Area
0.44 sq km
State
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Designation
Marine National Park

References

  1. North Button Island National Park official visitor information Andaman and Nicobar Forest Department
  2. National Parks (as on February 2025) WII ENVIS
  3. Andaman Tourism Andaman and Nicobar Administration
  4. North Button Island National Park location map OpenStreetMap contributors
  5. North Button Island National Park thumbnail image source Wikimedia Commons