About this location
India's smallest national park at just 0.33 sq km, South Button Island nevertheless protects pristine coral reef and is a popular diving and snorkelling site. Part of the Rani Jhansi Marine National Park complex, accessible by boat from North Andaman.
Species You Can Photograph in South Button Island National Park
Best season guide
Peak photography conditions typically align with Jan–Dec. Add buffer days for weather and park closures.
JanExcellent
FebExcellent
MarExcellent
AprGood
MayOff-season
JunOff-season
JulOff-season
AugOff-season
SepOff-season
OctOff-season
NovGood
DecExcellent
How to Reach
- Nearest airport
- Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair (~70 km by sea to Swaraj Dweep)
- Nearest railway station
- None — the islands have no railway
By Air
Fly into Port Blair, then take the government or private ferry to Swaraj Dweep (Havelock), the usual base for the Button Islands.
By Rail
There is no railway in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
By Road
The Button Islands are visited by chartered dive or snorkel boats, mostly out of Swaraj Dweep (Havelock). Landing is restricted — trips focus on the reefs around the islands — so arrange permits through a licensed operator.
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Photography tips for South Button Island National Park
Reach the gate before opening light; many species move along edges of forest, meadows, or water at dawn. Use a long lens with a bean bag or gimbal head on shared vehicles, and keep spare batteries warm in cold destinations like high Himalaya.
Respect buffer zones and guide instructions — ethical positioning keeps stress off animals and often yields cleaner frames. Review your images in the field to adjust exposure for harsh midday sun versus misty mornings typical of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
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