Havelock Highlight 2N/3D — 2 Nights / 3 Days
A 2 nights 3 days trip covering the two essentials of a first Andaman visit. One night in Port Blair for the Cellular Jail, one night in Havelock for a Radhanagar Beach sunset.
About this itinerary
Two nights, two sides of South Andaman: the history of Port Blair and the beaches on Havelock. You start with the capital, then cross once to the island, so there is a single ferry in the middle of the trip.
Day 1 lands in Port Blair for the Cellular Jail and its evening Light and Sound show, with time in Aberdeen Bazaar. Day 2 crosses to Havelock for a Radhanagar sunset. Day 3 returns for the flight. It suits first-timers who want the headline sights without a long circuit.
Day-by-day itinerary
Every day below can be moved, shortened or swapped. Replanning is free — you only pay the difference in what you change.
- Day 1Port BlairArrival day
Arrival in Port Blair, Cellular Jail with Light and Sound Show
Arrive at Veer Savarkar Airport, where your coordinator meets you and transfers you to the hotel to check in and freshen up.
In the afternoon, visit the Cellular Jail, now a national memorial to the freedom fighters held here, and see its cells, photo gallery, library and museum. Stay for the evening Light and Sound show, then browse Aberdeen Bazaar for souvenirs like sea-shell jewellery and miniature ship models before returning to your hotel.
- Opening Time: 9 AM to 5 PM (closed 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM for lunch)
- Suggested Duration: 2 hours
- Ideal For: History enthusiasts
- Category: Museum, Historical Landmark
Transfer: Private CabTransfer duration: 20 to 25 minStay: Port Blair - Day 2HavelockIsland hop
Port Blair to Havelock and Sunset at Radhanagar Beach
After an early transfer to Phoenix Bay Jetty, board the ferry to Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep). On arrival, a representative transfers you to your hotel to check in and unwind.
In the evening, head to Radhanagar Beach for the sunset, with soft ivory sand and clear water. Radhanagar was named Asia's best beach by Time Magazine in 2004, has featured on TripAdvisor's world's-best lists, and is Blue Flag certified. Return to your hotel after the beach.
- Opening Time: 6 AM to 7 PM
- Suggested Duration: 2 hours
- Ideal For: Sunset viewing, walking, lounging
- Category: Beach & Recreation
Transfer: Private Cab + FerryTransfer duration: Cab about 20 to 25 min, Ferry about 1.5 to 2 hrsStay: HavelockBreakfast included - Day 3Departure
Havelock to Port Blair and Departure
After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Havelock Jetty for the ferry back to Port Blair. On arrival at Phoenix Bay, transfer to Veer Savarkar Airport for your departure flight.
Transfer: Private Cab + FerryTransfer duration: Cab about 15 to 20 min, Ferry about 1.5 to 2 hrsBreakfast included
Hotels on this package
Rooms are held on twin sharing with daily breakfast. Switch the category to see the properties it puts you in — the tab you pick here also sets the price shown at the top of the page and on the enquiry form.
The base category — comfortable, well-run properties in walkable locations, picked for reliable power, water and staff more than for the view.
| Island | Nights | Standard category | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Blair | 1 | Hotel Aparupa or similar | Standard, twin sharing |
| Havelock | 1 | Bowfin Resort or similar | Standard, twin sharing |
Before you travel
- Day 1 is a Port Blair day, so aim to land by early afternoon to make the Cellular Jail visit and the evening Light and Sound show.
- On Day 2, ferries from Port Blair to Havelock start early, so be ready for the car transfer at least an hour before your sailing.
- On Day 3, ferries from Havelock to Port Blair operate from 8:00 AM. Book a return flight at 1:00 PM or later so the transfer is unhurried.
- The ferries decide this itinerary. Private catamarans open bookings 60 to 90 days out and the morning slots go first, so both ferry legs are held the moment your booking is confirmed.
- Cellular Jail is closed on Mondays and national holidays and closes for lunch from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. The Light and Sound show runs at 5:50 PM in Hindi and 6:50 PM in English, and lasts about 45 minutes.
- Camera charges at the Cellular Jail are payable directly: about INR 200 per non-professional camera and INR 1000 per professional camera.
- Breakfast is included on Day 3, with breakfast or lunch on Day 2. No meal is included on the arrival day. Any meal not listed is payable directly.
Popular add-ons
| Add-on | Price | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Banana Boat Ride | ₹500 | Port Blair — Day 1 |
| Glass Bottom Boat Ride | ₹500 | Port Blair — Day 1 |
| Jet Ski | ₹500 | Port Blair — Day 1 |
| Parasailing | ₹3,500 | Port Blair — Day 1 |
| Scuba Diving | ₹3,500 | Port Blair — Day 1 |
| Sea Walk | ₹3,500 | Port Blair — Day 1 |
| Snorkelling | ₹1,100 | Port Blair — Day 1 |
| Banana Boat Ride | ₹700 | Havelock — Day 2 |
| Glass Bottom Boat Ride | ₹700 | Havelock — Day 2 |
| Jet Ski | ₹700 | Havelock — Day 2 |
| Night Kayak | ₹2,500 | Havelock — Day 2 |
| Parasailing | ₹3,500 | Havelock — Day 2 |
| Scuba Diving | ₹3,500 – ₹5,000 | Havelock — Day 2 |
| Sea Walk | ₹3,500 | Havelock — Day 2 |
| Snorkelling | ₹1,100 | Havelock — Day 2 |
What’s included
Included
- Hotel stays in the category you choose at the time of booking.
- Airport pick-up and drop at Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair (IXZ).
- A private cab for every transfer and sightseeing run. No shared coaches.
- Private ferry transfers as per the itinerary, covering Port Blair, Havelock, and Neil.
- All full-day tours, with transfers and airport pick-up and drop included.
- Entry tickets, ferry tickets, and permit charges.
- Meals as per the itinerary, usually breakfast, with lunch added on the days your plan includes it.
- A dedicated tour coordinator who stays your single point of contact through the trip.
- On-ground assistance at the main points you pass through: the airport, the jetties, Cellular Jail, Corbyn's Cove, the Water Sports Complex, Havelock, and Neil Island.
- An on-ground representative and phone support available 24/7.
Not included
- Airfare and flight tickets to and from Port Blair.
- The cab on disposal. It runs strictly to the itinerary, not for unplanned trips.
- Personal expenses such as shopping, tips, and laundry.
- Room service and special hotel requests.
- Beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, apart from the welcome drink.
- Water sports, which can be added on request.
- Meals not listed in the itinerary.
- Costs from unforeseen situations such as medical needs and emergencies.
- Extra costs caused by flight or ferry delays, cancellations, or rescheduling.
- Anything not listed under What is included.
Good to know before you book
Terms and conditions
- 50 percent of the package amount confirms your booking. The balance is due before departure or on arrival.
- Prices are per person on twin sharing, land only. They do not cover air or rail fare, so adding flights or trains raises the price.
- Rates move on peak dates. These include 20 December to 5 January, Onam, Christmas, New Year, festive holidays, and long weekends.
- Quoted rates hold for the hotel category confirmed at booking. Any room or meal-plan upgrade is re-quoted.
- Standard hotel check-in is around 2 PM and check-out by 11 AM or 12 noon. Early check-in and late check-out depend on availability and are not guaranteed.
- Costs from events beyond our control, including hartals, floods, landslides, roadblocks, and other natural calamities, and from any delay or change they force, are borne by the guest and are not refundable.
- The cab runs as per the itinerary and is not at your disposal for unplanned travel.
- The itinerary may be re-sequenced on the ground for weather, traffic, or similar reasons.
Payments
50 percent of the package value confirms the booking, with the balance due before departure or on arrival.
Payments are made by wire transfer to our bank account. Our team shares the account details once you are ready to confirm.
Cancellation and refunds
You can move, shorten, or cancel confirmed dates only if you tell us in writing at least 30 days before your check-in date. Any change is subject to availability at the time.
If you ask to change, postpone, or cancel within 30 days of check-in, we cannot make the change. The full package value is retained and no refund is due.
Dates with no refund
Bookings for the following peak periods are non-refundable. If your travel falls in any of these windows, no refund applies, whenever you cancel:
- 1 March to 15 July
- 13 August to 26 August
- 1 October to 12 October
- 15 October to 25 October
- 5 November to 15 November
- 15 December to 15 January
This also covers any long weekend, festive weekend, or other high-demand date. On these dates 100 percent of the package value is retained, and you will not receive a refund or a credit note for a future trip.
Refund timeline
Once we receive your cancellation request, we start the refund from our side within 5 working days. After we release it, the money usually reflects in your account within 5 to 14 days, depending on your bank.
Cancellation surcharge
For any cancellation processed under this policy, a surcharge of 10 percent plus 18 percent tax applies, deducted from the refund amount.
For any question about a change or cancellation, contact the Andaman Tourism team in writing before your travel dates.
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Questions about this package
It covers the two headline sights: the Cellular Jail in Port Blair and a Radhanagar sunset on Havelock. It is a good taster if the leave is short. For Neil Island or more beach time, add nights.
Yes. Both catamaran legs, Port Blair to Havelock and back, are booked and held once your trip is confirmed.
Ferries from Port Blair to Havelock begin around 6:00 AM. An early crossing gives you the full day and evening on Havelock, so be ready for the car transfer about an hour before your sailing.
No. It is closed on Mondays and national holidays and shuts for lunch from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. The Light and Sound show has fixed Hindi and English timings in the evening.
Day 1 is a Port Blair day with no ferry, but the Cellular Jail visit and show are in the afternoon and evening, so land by early afternoon to fit them in.
October to May, when the sea is calm and skies are clear. June to September brings monsoon weather and a higher chance of ferry cancellations.
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Want this trip on your dates?
- The same day-by-day plan, priced for your dates and hotel category
- Ferry seats held the moment your trip is confirmed
- Free replanning — swap Neil for Baratang, add nights, upgrade the resort