Detailed Itinerary(5 Nights and 6 Days)
3 Nights Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram) — 1 Night Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) — 1 Night Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
Airport Pickup: Upon arrival, AndamanTourism.org’s team coordinator will be present at the airport to welcome you and will provide a seamless hotel transfer. As you reach the hotel, check in by showing your valid photo IDs and rest in your room.
Note:
The standard check in time Port Blair hotel is between 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The estimated transfer time from the airport to the hotel in Port Blair is 20-25 minutes.
Early hotel check-in is subject to availability.
All transfers by a spacious and well-maintained car.
Cellular Jail Visit: Later in the day, we will visit Cellular Jail (Kala Pani Jail) where the British held Indian revolutionaries and other political prisoners captive. Take time to learn about its history, colonial architecture, and explore its art gallery, museum, and library carrying books about India’s independence.
Tea Break: Enjoy a cup of tea with an amazing view of sunset and the Bay of Bengal.
Light & Sound Show: After tea break, take your seats for the Light & Sound Show that will captivate your attention. Using powerful narration and laser lighting, this show introduces you to the history of Cellular, the plight of prisoners, and India’s struggle for independence.
| Opening Time | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Suggested Duration | 2 hours |
| Ideal For | History Enthusiasts |
| Category | Museum, Historical Landmark |
Please Note:
- Cellular Jail is closed on Mondays and national holidays.
- Closed for Lunch Break: 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.
- Light & Sound Show Timings: 5:50 PM (Hindi) & 6:50 PM (English)
- (Non-professional) Camera charges: INR 200/- per camera.
Overnight stay in Port Blair: After Cellular Jail and the Light & Sound Show, you will be dropped off at the hotel by our coordinator. Enjoy your stay.
Meal Included: Lunch
Early Morning: Get a comfortable pick up from the hotel by our tour coordinator. Today you will be exploring Baratang Island with your family. From Port Blair you will arrive at Jirkatang and move to Baratang Island by convoy.
The distance between Port Blair and Baratang Island is approximately 100 kms.
Towards Baratang Island: We will cross through the tropical jungles and Jarawa Tribal reserve. Please note that photography or interaction with people of the Jarawa tribe is not allowed. Soon, you will reach Baratang jetty from where you will take a boat ride and cross through the Mangrove creek. It will be a great opportunity to spot some beautiful birds.
Limestone Caves: The boat journey ends at the starting point of the jungle trek that will take you to fascinating Limestone Caves. Our tour coordinator will be there with you at every point of time. Following the lead of our coordinator, we trek through the forest and reach Baratang’s most famous attraction: Limestone Caves with stalactites and stalagmites formation.
Tips for Exploring Limestone Caves:
- Wear strong sturdy shoes and keep your feet firmly on the ground while inside the cave.
- Listen to the instructions of the guide/coordinator while exploring the cave.
- Always use a steady flashlight as there could be fruit bats inside the cave.
- Carry an insect/mosquito repellent with you.
Back to Port Blair: Using the same route, you will return to Port Blair. The estimated transfer time from Baratang to Port Blair is 4 to 4.5 hours. Our tour coordinator will drop you at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Port Blair: After a long day of travelling, enjoy a good sleep in the hotel.
Meal Included: Breakfast/Lunch
Morning: Receive an early morning pickup by our tour representative and transfer to Phoenix Bay jetty from where you cruise towards Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep). Phoenix Bay is 9 kms from Port Blair main city centre and takes about 25 – 30 minutes to reach.
Note: The morning cruise from Port Blair to Havelock starts at 7:30 AM for which you have to depart the hotel at 6:00 am – 6:30 am. If you want to take a later ferry from Port Blair to Havelock Island, then post booking, contact our team and we will try our best to accommodate your request.
At Phoenix Bay: Our tour coordinator will help you board the ferry (Makruzz – Premium Class or Nautika – Luxury Class) from Port to Havelock. The boarding typically starts an hour before the departure time.
Note: The estimated travel time to reach Havelock from Port Blair is between 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Transfer time may also vary depending on sea conditions or weather.
Arrive at Havelock Island: Upon arrival, receive a warm welcome by our on-ground staff at Havelock Jetty. Get a comfortable transfer to the hotel, check in, and proceed to your room to refresh and relax. Later in the day, depart for Radhanagar Beach.
Sunset at Radhanagar Beach: Watch a luminous sunset with your family at Radhanagar Beach, recognised by Time Magazine as one of the best beaches in Asia. Relax at the beach with your family and admire its coastal beauty. Stroll on its cushiony soft sand and feel the embrace of tropical breeze.
Sunset timing at Radhanagar Beach: 5:00 PM – 5:20 PM
Photography: As the sun slowly sets into the horizon, take the opportunity and get a professional complimentary beach photoshoot of your Andaman family vacation. Freeze beautiful memories for a lifetime.
| Opening Time | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Suggested Duration | 2 hours |
| Ideal For | Sunset viewing, walking, and lounging |
| Category | Beach & Recreation |
Back to hotel: Our coordinator will drop you and your family back to the hotel.
Meal Included: Breakfast/Lunch
Overnight stay in Havelock Island
Hotel Pickup: Have an early breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Havelock Jetty with our coordinator. On the fourth day, you will explore the exciting Elephant Beach, famous for its watersports, beautiful shoreline, backed by lush jungles, and impressive corals. It’s one of the best places to visit in Andaman with family.
Note: You can also get to Elephant beach through jungle trekking. The estimated transfer time to reach Elephant Beach is 40 minutes.
Elephant Beach: Watch the beautiful fringing corals adorned with hard and soft corals through your free snorkelling session. You will also spot tropical reef fish like parrotfish, clownfish, butterflyfish, etc. The waters around Elephant beach are shallow and the corals are easily visible at a depth of 1 -2 metres.
Note: Any other water sports such as scuba diving, sea bed walking, glass bottom boat ride, etc can be availed on a direct payment basis.
| Opening Time | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Suggested Duration | 2 hours |
| Ideal For | Swimming, Snorkelling, Glass Bottom Boat Ride |
| Category | Beach & Recreation |
Note
- Complimentary activities like snorkelling cannot be transferred to another day. No refund will be provided for complimentary activities, if not availed.
- Keep your personal items like wallet, phone, cash, clothes etc in a safe place like a locker (available on Elephant Beach)
- Complimentary activity (snorkelling) cannot be exchanged for any other activity. Carry cash in a waterproof bag for locker rentals, accessing changing rooms etc. The Internet might not be available to make digital payments.
Cruise to Neil Island: Return to Havelock Island, and complete the hotel check out. Afterwards, our coordinator will pick you up and transfer to Havelock Jetty to board a private ferry to Neil island. The estimated transfer time between Havelock Island to Neil Island is 1 to 1.5 hours.
Hotel check in: Our on-ground team representative will be there at Neil Jetty to receive you. Get a swift transfer to the hotel for check in and refresh yourself. Later, leave for Laxmanpur Beach No. 1 to watch a soothing sunset.
Sunset at Laxmanpur Beach No. 1: The sunset timing is typically between 5:15 pm to 5:20 pm. The beach becomes a buzzing site with people looking at the sun slowly setting into the horizon, spreading hues of orange and pink. If the sky isn’t cloudy, you can also stay back at the beach to do some star gazing. Afterwards, transfer to the hotel and rest well in your room.
| Timings | Opens all day |
| Suggested Duration | 1 – 3 hours |
| Ideal For | Sunset Views, Beach Walks, Leisure |
| Category | Beach & Recreation |
Meal Included: Breakfast
Overnight stay in Neil Island
Morning: Have breakfast at the hotel and get a comfortable car transfer from the hotel.
Visit Natural Rock Formation (Howrah Bridge): Your first point of interest for the day is Natural Rock Formation, a naturally shaped arched structure made up of limestone and dead corals. It is also the most photographed place on Neil Island. Please note that Howrah Bridge is only accessible during low tide.
Things to Know about Natural Rock Formation
– You can spot marine life like colorful fish, corals, starfishes, and crabs in the small circular ponds.
– The rocks can be slippery, so keep your feet firmly on the ground.
– Wear shoes with a strong grip, and if possible wear waterproof shoes.
Bharatpur Beach: Thereafter, we move to Bharatpur Beach, the liveliest beach of Neil Island buzzing with tourists. It’s famous for thrilling water sports and coastal beauty.
| Timings | 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Suggested Duration | 30 minutes – 1 hour |
| Ideal For | Water Sports, Beach Walks & Lounging |
| Category | Beach & Recreation |
Cruise to Port Blair: Post beach excursion, get back to the hotel and check out. You will transfer to Neil Jetty to board the cruise towards Port Blair.
Explore Aberdeen Bazaar: Go on a shopping spree in Aberdeen Bazaar. This bazaar is lined with big and small stores from where you can buy souvenirs. Then, you will be dropped off at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Port Blair
Meal Included: Breakfast
Airport Drop-off: Keep your luggage ready and check out from the hotel on time. Our tour coordinator will provide you with a seamless airport transfer. Please note that if your flight is scheduled later in the day, you have to keep your luggage in the lobby or reception area. The estimated transfer time from the hotel to the airport is approximately 25 – 30 minutes.
Board your flight and return home with wonderful memories of the 6 day Andaman family tour. AndamanTourism.org’s team hopes to serve you again.
Meal Included: Breakfast
Please note that the given timings/schedules are tentative and subject to change. Our team will update you about any changes beforehand.
Accommodation
3 Nights Port Blair
| Category | Accommodation Options |
|---|---|
| Standard | Hotel Reef Atlantis, Hotel Bay Leaf, Hotel Driftwood, or a similar hotel |
| Deluxe | Hotel Mansha Regency, Hotel Lemon Tree, Coral Reef Resort, or a similar hotel |
| Luxury | Sea Shell Resort, Sea Shell Coral Cove Resort, Sea Princess Beach Resort, or a similar hotel |
1 Night Havelock Island
| Category | Accommodation Options |
|---|---|
| Standard | Hotel Kalki, Hotel Star Paradise, Hotel De Pebbles, or a similar hotel |
| Deluxe | Holiday N Holiday Resort, Ocean Tree Beach Resort, Sands Marina Beach Resort, or a similar hotel |
| Luxury | Sea Shell Beach Resort, Silver Sands Beach Resort, Coral Reef Resort, or a similar hotel |
1 Night Neil Island
| Category | Accommodation Options |
|---|---|
| Standard | Tango Beach Resort, Hotel C S Empire, Reef Valley Resort, or a similar hotel |
| Deluxe | Aquays Beach Resort & Spa, TSG Aura Resort, Sea Shell Resort, or a similar resort |
| Luxury | Sea Shell Samsara Beach Resort, Silver Sands Beach Resort, Summer Sands Beach Resort, or a similar resort |
Sightseeing
Explore beautiful beaches, limestone caves and mangrove creek with Havelock, Neil, & Baratang Family Excursion by AndamanTourism.org. The point of interests covered in the package are:
- Port Blair: Cellular Jail with Light & Sound Show
- Baratang Island – Limestone Cave
- Havelock Island – Radhanagar Beach & Elephant Beach
- Neil Island: Laxmanpur Beach No 1, Natural Rock Formation, Bharatpur Beach
Meals
Breakfast or Lunch
Transfers
- Airport transfers to and from hotel
- Ferry transfers to and from islands
- Transfers from pier to hotel
