OT Staff
Campbell Bay lies within Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve, harbouring over 1,800 animal species, many endemic, including Nicobar tree-shrew, long-tailed macaque, saltwater crocodile and rare reptiles.
Dense evergreen rainforests, lush mangrove swamps, littoral forests and coastal plains provide untouched green landscapes, towering hardwoods, orchids and epiphytes — perfect for nature lovers.
Coral reefs, seagrass beds and clear coastal waters support dugongs, sea turtles, abundant reef fish — ideal for snorkeling and diving far from crowded marine parks.
Witness globally threatened species: leatherback turtles nesting, saltwater crocodiles in mangroves, giant robber crabs, endemic birds like Nicobar pigeon and whites-bellied sea-eagle.
Very little infrastructure, remote island access, limited visitors ensure silence, solitude, stunning natural vistas — you’ll feel far removed from mainstream tourism.
Untouched beaches, coastal plains, dramatic shoreline views, especially around Galathea Bay and Indira Point, offer peaceful walks, photography, relaxation by sea.
The Shompen and Nicobarese tribes live here. Their intimate relationships with forest, fishing and gathering, traditional knowledge and crafts enrich any visit culturally.
Bird species endemic to Nicobar Islands — including megapodes, swiftlets, sea-eagles, Nicobar pigeon — thrive within Campbell Bay. Dawn and dusk offer best chances for sightings.
Trails along Galathea River, forested interior hills, coastal walks offer chances of rugged trekking, exploring waterfalls, remote landscapes and discovering unseen pockets of wilderness.
Part of Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve (UNESCO), Campbell Bay contributes to vital research, habitat protection, species monitoring, and ecological balance. Visiting supports those conservation efforts.