Andaman Experience 8N/9D — 8 Nights / 9 Days
An 8 nights 9 days Andaman tour that reaches Rangat and Diglipur in the north for the Twin Islands, then returns south for Havelock's beaches.
About this itinerary
This is the tour for travellers who want to get past the usual circuit and into North Andaman. After Port Blair and a Ross and North Bay harbour day, you drive north through Rangat to Diglipur for two nights, with the mangrove walkway, Kalipur turtle beach and the Twin Islands of Ross and Smith.
The return runs the long road back to Port Blair, then crosses to Havelock for Radhanagar and an Elephant Beach snorkelling session. Expect long road days in the north in return for islands most visitors never reach.
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 and Cellular Jail
Arrive at Veer Savarkar Airport and transfer to your hotel to check in and rest.
In the late afternoon, visit the Cellular Jail and its museum, then stay for the evening Light and Sound show in the grounds.
Cellular Jail
- Opening Time: 9 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 4:45 PM, Tuesday to Sunday, closed Mondays
- Suggested Duration: 2 hours
- Ideal For: History, museum, Light and Sound show
- Category: Historical & Memorial
Transfer: Private CabTransfer duration: Cab about 20 to 25 minStay: Port Blair - Day 2Port BlairSightseeing
Ross Island and North Bay Island
Take the boat from the harbour to Ross Island for its colonial ruins, banyan roots and roaming deer, then cross to North Bay for corals, the lighthouse and optional water sports.
Return to Port Blair and spend the evening around Aberdeen Bazaar.
Ross Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep)
- Opening Time: 9 AM to 4 PM, harbour boat from Aberdeen Jetty
- Suggested Duration: 1 to 2 hours
- Ideal For: Colonial ruins, deer, photography
- Category: Historical & Memorial
North Bay Island
- Opening Time: 9 AM to 4 PM, harbour boat
- Suggested Duration: 2 hours
- Ideal For: Snorkelling, glass-bottom boat, water sports
- Category: Beach & Recreation
Transfer: Private Cab + BoatTransfer duration: Cab about 15 min, boat trips through the dayStay: Port BlairBreakfast included - Day 3RangatIsland hop
Port Blair to Rangat
Drive north by convoy along the Andaman Trunk Road, crossing the Jarawa Tribal Reserve and Baratang, to reach Rangat in Middle Andaman and check in.
In the afternoon, walk the Dhani Nallah mangrove boardwalk to its turtle-nesting beach, then watch the sunset from the quiet, rocky Amkunj Beach.
Dhani Nallah Mangrove Walkway
- Opening Time: Daylight hours
- Suggested Duration: 1 hour
- Ideal For: Mangrove walk, birdwatching, turtle hatchery
- Category: Natural Landmark
Amkunj Beach
- Opening Time: Daylight hours, good at sunset
- Suggested Duration: 1 hour
- Ideal For: Sunset, quiet time, walking
- Category: Beach & Recreation
Transfer: Private CabTransfer duration: Cab about 6 to 7 hrs with stopsStay: RangatLunch included - Day 4DiglipurIsland hop
Rangat to Diglipur and Kalipur Beach
Continue north to Diglipur, with an optional photo stop near Mayabunder, and check in at your hotel.
In the afternoon, visit Kalipur Beach, a turtle-nesting shore backed by forest, for a quiet evening and the sunset.
Kalipur Beach
- Opening Time: Daylight hours
- Suggested Duration: 1 hour
- Ideal For: Turtle nesting, walking, quiet time
- Category: Beach & Recreation
Transfer: Private CabTransfer duration: Cab about 4.5 to 5.5 hrsStay: DiglipurLunch included - Day 5DiglipurSightseeing
Twin Islands (Ross and Smith)
Drive to Aerial Bay and take the boat to the Twin Islands of Ross and Smith, joined by a white sandbar you can walk across at low tide.
Swim, sunbathe or snorkel in the clear shallows before returning to Diglipur for the night.
Twin Islands (Ross and Smith)
- Opening Time: 9 AM to 4 PM, boat from Aerial Bay, permit required
- Suggested Duration: 3 to 4 hours
- Ideal For: Swimming, snorkelling, sandbar walk
- Category: Beach & Recreation
Transfer: Private Cab + BoatTransfer duration: Cab about 20 min, boat about 30 to 35 minStay: DiglipurBreakfast included - Day 6Port BlairIsland hop
Diglipur to Port Blair
Make the long return drive to Port Blair, crossing Mayabunder, Rangat, Baratang and the Jarawa Tribal Reserve, with photo stops and short breaks on the way.
Arrive by evening and check in at your hotel for the night.
Transfer: Private CabTransfer duration: Cab about 10 to 12 hrs with stopsStay: Port BlairBreakfast included - Day 7HavelockIsland hop
Port Blair to Havelock and Radhanagar Beach
Cross from Phoenix Bay to Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) by ferry and transfer to your hotel to check in.
In the afternoon, head to Radhanagar Beach for the sunset and a slow walk along the sand.
Radhanagar Beach
- Opening Time: 6 AM to 7 PM
- Suggested Duration: 2 to 3 hours
- Ideal For: Sunset viewing, walking, lounging
- Category: Beach & Recreation
Transfer: Private Cab + FerryTransfer duration: Cab about 15 to 20 min, ferry about 1.5 hrsStay: HavelockBreakfast included - Day 8HavelockSightseeing
Elephant Beach with Snorkelling
Take the boat to Elephant Beach, where soft and hard corals sit just one to two metres down and suit swimmers and non-swimmers alike.
Use your complimentary snorkelling session over the reef before returning to Havelock.
Elephant Beach
- Opening Time: 8 AM to 4 PM, boat from Havelock Jetty
- Suggested Duration: 2 to 3 hours
- Ideal For: Snorkelling, corals, swimming
- Category: Beach & Recreation
Transfer: Private Cab + BoatTransfer duration: Cab about 15 min, boat about 15 to 20 minStay: HavelockBreakfast included - Day 9Departure
Havelock to Port Blair and Departure
Take the early ferry back to Port Blair, then transfer to Veer Savarkar Airport for your onward flight, closing your 8 nights 9 days Andaman tour.
Transfer: Private Cab + FerryTransfer duration: Ferry about 1.5 hrs, cab about 15 minBreakfast 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 | 3 | Hotel Aparupa or similar | Standard, twin sharing |
| Rangat | 1 | Bliss Holiday Resort & Restaurant or similar | Deluxe, twin sharing |
| Diglipur | 2 | Hotel Land fall or similar | Deluxe, twin sharing |
| Havelock | 2 | Bowfin Resort or similar | Standard, twin sharing |
Before you travel
- Day 1 stays in Port Blair, so a morning or early afternoon landing works best. Standard hotel check-in in Port Blair is from about 2 PM, with earlier check-in subject to availability.
- Ferry tickets are included and held once your trip is confirmed: the Port Blair to Havelock and Havelock to Port Blair ferries. Catamarans open bookings 60 to 90 days out and morning slots fill first. Rangat and Diglipur are reached by road.
- The Cellular Jail and its museum are closed on Mondays and national holidays, with a lunch break from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. The Light and Sound show runs in Hindi from about 5:50 PM and in English at about 6:50 PM. Non-professional camera charges are about Rs 200 per camera and professional cameras about Rs 1000.
- The drives to Rangat and Diglipur run by convoy along the Andaman Trunk Road through the Jarawa Tribal Reserve. Photographing or interacting with members of the tribe is prohibited.
- The Port Blair to Rangat and Diglipur road journeys are full days with few places to eat on the way, so start early and carry water and snacks. The return from Diglipur to Port Blair is a long day of ten to twelve hours.
- Kalipur Beach is an undeveloped turtle-nesting site with no commercial facilities. The nesting season runs roughly October to March.
- The Twin Islands of Ross and Smith have no shops, cafes or lifeguards, only basic changing huts. Carry your own snorkelling gear and refreshments, and attempt snorkelling only if you are a confident swimmer.
- Breakfast is included as per itinerary and lunch is included on the Rangat and Diglipur legs. Any meal not listed for a day is payable directly.
- The Elephant Beach snorkelling session is complimentary and cannot be moved to another day or refunded if not used. Any other water sport is paid directly at the site, so carry cash as card and online payments are often unavailable.
Popular add-ons
| Add-on | Price | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Banana Boat Ride | ₹500 | Port Blair — Day 1, 2 or 6 |
| Glass Bottom Boat Ride | ₹500 | Port Blair — Day 1, 2 or 6 |
| Jet Ski | ₹500 | Port Blair — Day 1, 2 or 6 |
| Parasailing | ₹3,500 | Port Blair — Day 1, 2 or 6 |
| Scuba Diving | ₹3,500 | Port Blair — Day 1, 2 or 6 |
| Sea Walk | ₹3,500 | Port Blair — Day 1, 2 or 6 |
| Snorkelling | ₹1,100 | Port Blair — Day 1, 2 or 6 |
| Banana Boat Ride | ₹700 | Havelock — Day 7 or 8 |
| Glass Bottom Boat Ride | ₹700 | Havelock — Day 7 or 8 |
| Jet Ski | ₹700 | Havelock — Day 7 or 8 |
| Night Kayak | ₹2,500 | Havelock — Day 7 or 8 |
| Parasailing | ₹3,500 | Havelock — Day 7 or 8 |
| Scuba Diving | ₹3,500 – ₹5,000 | Havelock — Day 7 or 8 |
| Sea Walk | ₹3,500 | Havelock — Day 7 or 8 |
| Snorkelling | ₹1,100 | Havelock — Day 7 or 8 |
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
Port Blair, Rangat and Diglipur in the north for the Twin Islands, then Havelock, with Ross and North Bay along the way.
Port Blair to Rangat is about six to seven hours and Rangat to Diglipur four and a half to five and a half. The return from Diglipur is a full ten to twelve hour day.
Ross and Smith islands off Diglipur, linked by a natural sandbar you can walk across at low tide. There are no shops or lifeguards there.
Kalipur is a nesting site, with the season running roughly October to March. Sightings depend on the night and the tide.
Yes. The Port Blair to Havelock and Havelock to Port Blair ferries are held once your trip is confirmed. The north is reached by road.
October to May. The North Andaman roads and boat trips are harder going in the monsoon months.
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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