Forest Museum

About Forest Museum Port-blair


This one-of-a-kind museum, located near the outskirts of Port Blair in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, highlights the forestry sector and the islands' timber resources. The Forest Museum is within the Chatam Saw Mill complex, which is about 10 kilometers from the center of Port Blair. Various handicrafts and sculptures carved from the wood of the islands are on display. Several endemic and uncommon plant species native to the islands are also on display. The Forest Museum's timings are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. 

The Forest Museum is well-known for its scale models and diverse collection of artifacts and ornamental items made of wood, oak, satinwood, gurjan, paduak, and peauma. This varied collection depicts the wide variety of flora and wildlife found in the union territory's woodlands. The museum also has its own tiny zoo and zoological garden, which houses numerous birds, animals, and endangered plant species. The Forest Museum entry fee is INR 20.

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Forest Museum

Weather : 19° C

Timings :8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Time Required : 1-2 hours

Entry Fee : INR 20

Contact Number: +91 9024104977

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History


Architecture


Activities


  • The market area in Port Blair outside the Forest Museum is bustling with a variety of merchants. You can buy souvenirs or little gifts for family and friends.
  • You may go explore the azure waters and island at a nearby location named "Andaman Kayak Tours."
  • The Chatham Saw Mill is a well-known tourist destination. This mill provides income to a large number of Andaman households. As a result, it serves a significant economic purpose.

Tips for visiting


  • Don't forget to bring your camera with you on this journey to preserve your experiences.
  • You should bring a bottle of water with you. Also, be certain that you are not littering by discarding plastics or bottles. 
  • In the forest, wear long-sleeved clothing to avoid pests and mosquito bites.
  • Wear shoes with a thick sole to keep your feet protected from any thorn or sharp object.

Best time to visit


The weather in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is nice throughout the year. There aren't any such issues. The temperature is about right, neither too hot nor too chilly. It is recommended that you visit between November and April to get the most out of your stay. This is the best time of the year to go sightseeing. It's a good idea to stay out of the rain because it may get rather rough at times.

Nearby Atractions


  • Cellular Jail
  • Samudrika Marine Museum
  • Government Saw Mill, Chatham
  • Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island
  • Zonal Anthropological Museum

Nearby market/ shopping places


  • Vegetable Fish Meat Market: in this market, you can get fresh vegetables and varieties of fish. You can also get meat here. 
  • Mohanpura Meat Market: This market is famous for its ample number of meat shops. 
  • Vegetable and Fish Market: this market also provides you with fresh fruits and vegetables as well as fish. 
  • Delanipur Vegetable Market: here in this market you can get fresh vegetables and groceries.

Nearby Hotels


  • Sea Hills Hotels & Resorts
  • Hotel The North Reef
  • Hotel Star Paradise
  • Hotel 2A
  • Park Inn

Interesting Facts About Forest Museum


  • The Forest Department of Union Territory looks after the Forest Museum in Andaman quite carefully.
  • The artworks, artifacts, and carvings are depictions of the flora and fauna that formerly thrived inside the forest's boundaries.
  • A large number of employees are employed to clean the objects on a regular basis. As a result, the Forest Museum also produces jobs.
  • The exquisite details on works of art demonstrate the quality of craftsmanship. A chain made of wood is also present. Many such works of art can be found here.

Nearby Restaurants


  • Cafeteria, Chatham Saw Mill
  • Bengali Restaurant
  • Aswin Rock
  • Command Mess
  • Rola Costa Restaurant & Juice Corner

Forest Museum location Map

How to Reach & Infographic

Getting In port-blair

BY AIR

The distance of the forest museum from the Veer Savarkar Airport is 5.1 km which can be covered by any public transport.

BY ROAD

The distance of the forest museum from the Port Blair bus stand is 3.5 km which can be covered by any public transport.

BY RAIL

There is no railway station available.

BY Car

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  • ( On january 10, 2022 )
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  • ( 5 - Excellent Based on 1 review )
  • jeevanc207
  • Jaipur
  • ( On january 10, 2022 )
  • 5 - Excellent

Great service and friendly team

Our Rajasthan trip was very unorganized and from day 1 we need to argue for each committed hotel and details. Driver and hotel were not informed in advance and we need to pay 12000/- for the forceful event at the hotel which was never informed to us.

People Also Ask About Forest Museum

Chatham Island, Foreshore Rd, Haddo, Port Blair, Andaman, and Nicobar Islands 744102 is the location of the Forest Museum.

INR 20 is required to enter the museum.

The woodwork on exhibition at the Forest Museum has long been a magnet for travel lovers.

Yes, photography is allowed inside the museum.

Some of the activities that happen are:

  • The market area in Port Blair outside the Forest Museum is bustling with a variety of merchants. You can buy souvenirs or little gifts for family and friends.
  • You may go explore the azure waters and island at a nearby location named "Andaman Kayak Tours."
  • The Chatham Saw Mill is a well-known tourist destination. This mill provides income to a large number of Andaman households. As a result, it serves a significant economic purpose.

Some of the popular attractions nearby are :

  • Cellular Jail
  • Samudrika Marine Museum

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