Mount Harriet National Park Tourism
Type of destination: National Park
Ideal visit duration: 4 to 6 hours
Closed in: The park may be closed on public holidays.
Mount Harriet National Park, located near Port Blair on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India, is renowned for its spectacular natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering approximately 46.62 square kilometers, it is named after Harriet Tytler, the wife of a British army officer and a natural history enthusiast. The park is set on a picturesque hill, which was once the summer headquarters of the Chief Commissioner during British Raj. It offers panoramic views of the Bay of Bengal and is surrounded by tropical forests. Home to a variety of flora and fauna, visitors can spot endemic birds, animals, and insects. This includes species like Andaman wood pigeon, Andaman wild pigs, turtles, and saltwater crocodiles. For nature lovers, it provides an ideal escape with its scenic trekking routes leading to the famous Mount Harriet peak. The area is historically significant as well, featuring in the last scene of the ₹20 Indian currency note.
Opening and Closing time of Mount Harriet National Park
| Monday |
07:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Tuesday |
07:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Wednesday |
07:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Thursday |
07:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Friday |
07:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Saturday |
07:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Mount Harriet National Park
| Adult |
INR 25 |
| Child |
INR 10 |
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Mount Harriet National Park
Tip1
Carry your photo ID proof for obtaining the entry ticket.
Tip2
Stay hydrated and carry water bottles along.
Tip3
Wear comfortable trekking shoes.
Top 5 Reviews on Mount Harriet National Park
MumbaiRiders
Wrote on 13th Nov, 2023
" Manipur Parvat National park ( Mount Harriet National Park)"
Mt Harriet National park has been renamed as Manipur Parvat National park. Mount Manipur( Mount Harriet) is at a elevation of 383 metres( 1257 ft) and unless young or a professional trekker it's a tir..
SatyendraGarg
Wrote on 19th Mar, 2023
Lovely Mountain Top views. Mountain trek from here is amazing. Twenty Rupees view near it is beautiful.
Mount Harriet National Park is a beautiful hill near Port Blair. On the way one can see Twenty Rupees Note view of the Lighthouse at North Bay. At Mount Harriet there are beautiful views of Islands in..
IlaJalote
Wrote on 24th Sep, 2022
Only Beautiful drive through forest. Visit if time not a constraint
The view to see the 20 rupee scene point is good. Road through forest to view point. View points are average.
We took the vehicle ferry from chatthan jetty with our scooty and then drove up the road. ..
18anjans
Wrote on 28th May, 2022
Half Day Tour
We made a hakf day trip to this point while we stayed in Port Blair in November 2021. This is one of the highest points in South Andamans and views from this point are really awesome. You get clear v..
sahebray
Wrote on 16th Jan, 2022
Plan your day!!!
We spent a full day in reaching and spending some time at this place. The trip takes you through a ferry from Chatham and is an experience in itself. The visitor centre was mounted on the hilltop with..
