Andaman and Nicobar Islands(Indian union territory)

 Have you been Andaman?

The Andaman Islands are an Indian archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. The union territory comprises a total of 572 islands, only 37 of which are inhabited and a few are open to tourists. It comprises two island groups, the Andaman Islands (partly) and the Nicobar Islands

Port Blair, the capital city of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, is the gateway to the archipelago and is connected with various islands via multiple daily ferries. Havelock and Neil Island are some of the most famous islands among tourists and is known for pearly white sands, palm-lined shores, and offer some of the best snorkeling and diving options in India.

                          

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Detailed Itinerary

Days required - a minimum of 7-8 days 

Budget - 30-35 k        

Best Month - November-January

How to reach?

By Air - There are many flights from Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Banglore to the Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port. We boarded the flight from Mumbai.

By Ships - available from Chennai, Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, The journey takes around 60-70 hours to touch down Andaman and Nicobar Islands tour.

Where to stay?

Once you reach to port suggestion would be to stay near to cellular jail, Do all your booking for the next coming days.

Where to find good restaurants?

You will get good south Indian cuisine everywhere, and if you love eating fruits, there is a variety of fruit you can give try.

Places to visit?

• Carbyn's Cove Beach

• Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show

• Havelock Island – Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach – Boat Ride + Snorkelling +Scuba Dive

• Niel Island

• Rose Island

• Baratang Island

 

Day1 -  Port Blair 

The main attraction in the city is the Cellular Jail and it's sound and light show. You can plan your trip in such a way that you can visit the jail during the day, spend some time out shopping, and then catch the sound and light show in the evening.

If you booked a ferry/ship online then you can start your tour else go to the government office first do your booking and then start your tour, any local person can help you with the address for the ferry booking office.

Please visit the below links for tickets details and timing -

https://www.andamans.gov.in/html/cellular.html

Cellular Jail Light & Sound -

https://www.andamantourism.gov.in/etourist/index.php/home/faredetails/#cellu

Note and most important things to know -

 1) If you are booking your ferry on the day of arrival in Port Blair, make sure there is a time gap of 1.5hours to 2 hours between your flight arrival and ferry departure time. You will need to be present at the jetty at least 1 hour before the ferry departure time. 

2)Book your ferries in the sequence of your travel. For E.g. if you are going from Port Blair to Havelock to Neil & then back to Port Blair, book your ferry for Port Blair to Havelock first, then Havelock to Neil & then Neil to Port Blair. 

3)Please enter all your details correctly. If there is any change in title, name, age, or gender then tickets will need to be canceled and reissued. This will incur cancellation charges as per our cancellation policy.

4)If you book online -Your tickets would be issued in 3-4 hours after payment during working hours ( 9 am to 6 pm IST, Mon to Sat).

Please click on the below link for ferry booking 

https://www.go2andaman.com/online-ferry-booking/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAq97uBRCwARIsADTziyZ8u90hoDcMcad5mzvkqTacNMEsVfemVHOP9CQoyYr-zbGNrgGHHaUaAo8MEALw_wcB

On the way to Celuiler jail

Beautiful garden view

He is praparing cocunut oil

This made us cry

Here you can see the painful story of our freedom fighter 

I know it's Jail, But still, it is beautiful

Top view from Celuiler jail

Some photography ideas

                                                         

light show. It was amazing. I can still remember those Goosebumps.

Day2 - Port Blair 

Due to lack of knowledge, we did the ferry booking on arrival. For Havelock Island, We were late by one day, But good luck was with us, that day was 26th January. We have visited flag hoisting and march past.

Day3 - Havelock Island

Today we depart from Port Blair to Havelock Island. We reached 2 hours before the ferry departure time. There was a huge queue, They collect all bags in one place. and you can sit whatever you want. And we depart to the Andaman Islands' most amazing destination. We planned to complete the tour of Havelock in 3 days.

Yes, Our ferry 

We have done two bookings before reaching our resort -

• On the way to the resort, we booked 2 wheeler to complete our trip, Like Goa, we can travel here through Activa or bike.  Cost around - 500-600 rs

• We did the booking for scuba dive for the next day. Cost around - 1500 rs

Where to stay? -  Flying Elephant Resort

Provided link for the hotel, which we have booked. It was amazing. The location is near the Kala Patthar beach.

https://www.agoda.com/the-flying-elephant-resort-havelock-island/hotel/andaman-and-nicobar-islands-in.html?cid=-310

Day4 - Scuba Diving 

1) Today we have planned scuba diving. The pickup and drop facility from the resort was provided by the scuba driver company. 

                                                          

2) After Scuba dive we back to the resort, On the way we stop at Kala Patthar beach -

                                                 

Day5 - Radhanagar and Elephanta beach

Today we begin our journey to one of Asia's best beaches, Radhanagar Beach. Explore this white sand beach and bask in the beauty of this natural wonder. 

Elephant Beach -

Elephant Beach mainly famous for water sports adventurous excursions including swimming, kayaking, fishing, and many more. Here you can also see the Mangrove Forests.

If you think that the best way to reach Elephant Beach is via boat then you are wrong! The trekking trail is the best way to reach Elephant Beach as it is well marked, safe, and a simple walk of merely 2 km. You may find the boat operators, elaborating the risks of this trek which is part of their business tactics.

Day6 - Neil Island 

We left in havelock island around 10-11 o'clock in the morning. And we reached Neil Iceland by 4 0'clok. 

Laxmanpur beach /Howrah Bridge - 

On the same day, we visited Laxmanpur beach with the help of a tour guide. As per suggestion by the tour guide, We took the complete package from sunrise point to sunset point, which includes vehicle facility and sightseeing


Laxmanpur beach, named after the devoted younger brother of Lord Ram.
Accessible only during low tide, the location is Gem of an attraction. It is advisable to take a guide who will point out the various interesting and intriguing flora and fauna (like fishes, corals, starfish, anemone, sea cucumber, etc.) present at various nooks and corners.

Where to stay? - Tango beach resort 

We have done booking in Tango beach resort through make my trip. The link provided below. the hotel is beside the sea and the view from the resort is breathtaking.  In the night it becomes more mysterious. 

http://www.tangobeachandaman.com/contact-us.php

Day7 - Sitapur Beach

Sitapur Beach is the best spot to watch the sunrise on Neil Island. The sunrise was a gorgeous sight. The shades of the skies kept changing with different tones of teal and orange. I can never forget those moments I had while watching it

Bharatpur Beach

It's a nice beach for water sport activities almost all the water sports are here except para sailing glass bottom ride is awesome jet ski and banana peel ride all are nice

Not visited due to lack of timing -

1) In Port Blair the nearest Beach, Corbyn's Cove. The Crescent-shaped coconut palm fringed Corbyn's      Cove ideal for swimming & bathing. The coastal drive to this beach is awesome.

2) Ross island -

    This amazing island, just 10 minutes by speedboat from Aberdeen Jetty at Port Blair, takes you back in time the moment you step on & are welcomed by the Japanese Bunker. The beach is badly damaged during the Tsunami along with almost half of this island which bore the brunt of the Tsunami and saved Port Blair city.