11 Best Andaman & Nicobar Islands for First‑Time Travelers — Practical Guide

4. Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island)

Ross Island sits just a short boat ride from Port Blair and offers a compact mix of history and photogenic decay. Once the British administrative headquarters, the island now shows nature reclaiming colonial-era buildings among tall palms and deer roaming ancient pathways. Most visitors do a half-day trip that includes a short ferry, a guided stroll of the ruins, and time for photos near the old lighthouse and church structures. Since this is a quick excursion, costs are modest: shared boat rides and park entry fees often total under USD 15 (≈ INR 1,230) per person. Photography is great here, but follow local signage and do not enter restricted structures for safety reasons. Combine Ross Island with a Port Blair city tour to make the most of a single day without changing accommodations. For families, this is a gentle, educational stop that adds historical context to the beach-and-dive highlights of other islands.