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Total Approximate Budget for the Andaman Trip:

Duration: 7N8D Accommodation: ₹23,000 Food: ₹7,900 Activities & Entry Fees: ₹8,000 Travel & Transport: ₹6,000 Grand Total: Around ₹44,900 per person. Total Daily Budget for 7N/8D: The daily budget per person for the trip is approximately ₹5,612.50. However, it's important to note that certain days might require more or less than this average, depending on the specific activities and locations planned for that day. Always keep a buffer for unexpected expenses.

Andaman Budget Trip Itinerary

Day 1: port blair.

1. Hotel Lalaji Bayview  

2. Om Guest House  

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Day 2: Port Blair to Havelock Island

Ferry Fee: The cost can vary from ₹500 (government ferry) to ₹1,000-₹2,500 for private speed boats or catamarans. Timings: Morning ferries usually start around 6:00 AM. It's advisable to book your tickets in advance, especially during the peak season.

1. Crossbill Beach Resort

2. Blue Bird Resort

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Day 3: Havelock Island

Day 4: havelock island to neil island.

Ferry Fee: The cost can vary based on the service, but expect around ₹200-₹500 for government ferries and ₹1,000-₹2,000 for private operators. Timings: Morning ferries usually depart around 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. It's recommended to book your tickets in advance.

1. BlueStone Lodge  

2. Purnima Residency

3. Hotel Amullya  

Day 5: Neil Island to Ross Island

Ferry Ride from Neil Island to Port Blair: Description: Begin your day by heading back to Port Blair from Neil Island, which will be your starting point to reach Ross Island. Ferry Fee: Depending on the service, expect to pay around ₹200-₹500 for government ferries and ₹1,000-₹2,000 for private operators. Timings: Morning ferries usually leave between 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Ferry Ride from Port Blair to Ross Island: Description: Once you reach Port Blair, catch a ferry to Ross Island. Ferry Fee : Approximately ₹100-₹250. Timings: Ferries typically operate between 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with the last return ferry from Ross Island around 4:30 PM.

Day 6: Explore Little Andaman

Day 7: day at baratang island, day 8: departure from port blair, best time to visit andaman and nicobar islands on a budget.

The best time to plan a budget trip to Andaman is during the shoulder season, which is May and early June or September to mid-December. During these times: The weather is still relatively pleasant, with occasional rain showers. Accommodation rates are lower than peak season, and you might get good discounts. Ferry services and local attractions are less crowded. Flights to Port Blair may offer promotional fares. However, always be prepared for unpredictable weather during these months, especially if you're aiming for outdoor and water-based activities.

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How to Plan Andaman Island Trip (Step by Step Trip Plan)

Lovely to see you planning your next vacation to the Andaman Islands. Andaman Islands is one the best places to visit in India and here in this how-to-plan guide we will guide you with all the details and step-by-step guide that can help you plan your perfect trip to Andaman Islands.

During a self plan tour to Andaman Islands below are the major things that needs to be considered and noted down for you to come to a budget 

• Season - The best time to visit Andaman Islands
• How many days are required to visit Andaman
• Things to visit
• Flight cost
• Accommodation costs at all islands
• Ferry cost for moving from one island to the other
• Cost of Water Activities
• Transportation costs like Cab/Auto/Two Wheeler etc
• Conclusion  

We will also be giving an example of the day-wise costing so that it is easier for you to decide on your budget while planning  

Post the conclusion, we will also provide an easy way to plan and calculate your tour cost to the islands. This may help you save time when planning a trip to Andaman Islands.

Step by step to plan to your perfect Andaman Island trip

Step 1 - identify when are you planning a visit to andaman islands.

The best time to visit Andaman Islands is from September to May. The peak season goes from October - March. During the month of December, the prices are hiked up because lots of travelers plan their vacations during that part of the year.  You can visit the Andaman Islands anytime between September to May. Travelers who want to enjoy the monsoon can visit Andaman during June and July. During June and July because of rain, the islands are seen in a different way. All water activities are operational throughout the year and on days when heavy rains take place the water activities get delayed or shifted to the next day.

How is the weather in Andaman Island during the time of the visit? 

The weather in the Andaman Islands varies from 25 Degrees to 33 Degrees and it's a tropical climate throughout the year. Temperature wise even during peak summers the island temperate is around 30 - 35 Degrees.

Step 2 - How many days are required to visit Andaman?  

To give a perspective of how many days are required will share the map of the Andaman Islands. The Andaman Islands are divided into North, Middle and South Andaman Islands. The majority of people who travel to Andaman Islands visit the south Andaman Islands that cover Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island.

Day 1 - Arrival at Port Blair Day 2 - Travel from Port Blair to Havelock Island and Stay at Havelock Island Day 3 - Visit Havelock Island Day 4 - Travel from Havelock to Neil Island Day 5 - Return from Neil Island to Port Blair Day 6 - Departure from Port Blair  

If you plan to cover the middle and north Andaman Islands then you will need 9 - 10 days . Check the tour summary below to refer Day 1 - Arrival at Port Blair Day 2 - Travel from Port Blair to Havelock Island and Stay at Havelock Island Day 3 - Visit Havelock Island Day 4 - Travel from Havelock to Neil Island Day 5 - Return from Neil Island to Port Blair Day 6 - Port to Diglipur (North Andaman) and visit Baratang Island Day 7 - Visit Diglipur Day 8 - Return from Diglipur to Port Blair via Covering Middle Andaman Day 9 - Departure from Port Blair You can extend a couple of days more to do things at leisure.

So basically, the number of days you want to visit the Andaman Islands varies upon how many places you plan to visit during your stay at the islands. Post the above itineraries you still have some offbeat places such as Long Island to cover which in itself requires 3 days.  

For travelers who are short of time can consider a 4 days trip to Andaman Islands and cover Port Blair and Havelock Island as per the itinerary below. The first and the last days of your visit to Andaman should be in Port Blair as the only commercial airport of Andaman is in Port Blair. Other islands has to be visited in a ferry from Port Blair

Day 1 - Arrival - Stay at Port Blair Day 2 - Travel to Havelock Island Day 3 - Return from Havelock to Port Blair Day 4 - Departure

Step 3 - Things to visit in Andaman

Now while you are planning your visit to Andaman you will need to know what the best things to do in Andaman are and the major places that need to be visited. The top places in the Andaman Islands are  

At Port Blair - The capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, this is where you land on the day of arrival in Andaman  

Top places at Port Blair Cellular Jail - History Corbyns Cove Beach - Beach and water activities Chidiatapu - Sunset point Ross Island - History and nature North Bay Island - Beach and Water sports At Baratang Island Middle Andaman - Comes under middle Andaman Limestone Caves is a unique experience here at Baratang  

The major locations at Neil Island are  Bharatpur Beach Laxmanpur Beach Natural Rock Formation Sitapur beach Travelers who prefer visiting the islands for water activities should spend more time at Havelock Island as the major activities are done at Havelock. Refer our detailed article about things to do in Andaman Islands to get all details about various things that one can do in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Knowing what you want to do in Andaman is crucial while planning your island trip. Check our some of our best articles about places, beaches, offbeat things in the islands that can help you select what you want to do in Andaman Beaches in Andaman Tourist places in Andaman Islands Offbeat places in Andaman  

Step 4 - Get your flight tickets

Flight tickets to the Andaman Islands can get really expensive based on your date of travel. The airport where you land at Port Blair is called Veer Savarkar International Airport and the code is IXZ

Direct flights are available from Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. Connecting flights are available from all cities with intermittent direct flights from Mumbai and Delhi as well.

When you plan your budget for Andaman the flight costs are a great deal. If you get cheaper quotes for flights then your overall package cost goes down.

Approx cost of flight per person from major cities

Chennai (MAA) to Port Blair (IXZ) - Direct Flights - One Way - 6000 - 9000 Rupees per person

Kolkata (CCU) to Port Blair (IXZ) - Direct Flights - One Way - 6000 - 9000 Rupees per person

Bangalore (BLR) to Port Blair (IXZ) - Direct Flights / 1 Stop - One Way - 8000 - 12000 Rupees per person

Hyderabad (HYD) to Port Blair (IXZ) - Direct Flights / 1 Stop - One Way - 8000 - 12000 Rupees per person

Delhi (DEL) to Port Blair (IXZ) - Direct Flights / 1 Stop - One Way - 10000 - 16000 Rupees per person

Mumbai (BOM) to Port Blair (IXZ) - Direct Flights / 1 Stop - One Way - 10000 - 16000 Rupees per person

If you see the price flight varies a lot based on the season and your date of travel. The price can sometimes go very high to reach the Andaman Islands specifically from the North part of India. You can connect with the Experience Andamans team to get group flight prices from the below-mentioned cities and as per availability we will share with you the series airfare.

The cities that we have best price to Port Blair are Chennai Kolkata Bangalore  

Step 4 - Cost of Accommodation

Now once you know the cost of a Flight from your city, the next is to add the price of accommodation at all the islands that you are planning to stay in the islands as per your itinerary.

The accommodation has to be booked at Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island  

At Port Blair, the cost of the stay is comparatively cheaper than that of Havelock and Neil Island

Budget accommodation - Less than 1500 Rupees per night on double-sharing basis 2 Star Properties - 2500 Rupees per night on double sharing basis 3 Star Properties - 3500 - 4500 Rupee per night on double sharing basis 4 Star Properties - 5000 - 9000 Rupees per night on double sharing basis 5 Star Properties - 8000 - 15000 Rupees per night on double sharing basis

At Havelock Island  Budget accommodation - Less than 1500 Rupees per night on double-sharing basis 2 Star Properties - 3000 Rupees per night on double sharing basis 3 Star Properties - 4500 - 5500 Rupee per night on double sharing basis 4 Star Properties - 5000 - 18000 Rupees per night on double sharing basis 5 Star Properties - 20000 - 40000 Rupees per night on double sharing basis

Likewise at Neil Island.

The major cost of your trip to Andaman Islands will be  

Flight Cost + Accommodation Cost - These two costs will cover around 70% of your total package cost in Andaman Islands

Let's take an example to get an approximate cost so far for your trip to Andaman Islands  

Consider 2 Adults are traveling from Chennai and are visiting Andaman Islands for 5 days with 2 Nights in Port Blair and 2 Nights at Havelock Island

Flight ticket cost = 8000 x 2 x 2 (return airfare) = 32000 Accommodation Cost in 3 Star hotels Port Blair = 3500 x 2 = 7000 Havelock = 4500 x 2 = 9000

The total cost of accommodation with Breakfast = 16000

Total cost for your trip so far = 32000 For Flights  + 16000 For Accomodation = 48000

Now we need to consider the cost of Ferry, Transport, Activities and Food which we will cover below

Step 5 - Cost of Ferry to move from one Island to the other

Ferry in Andaman Islands is very important again. Basically you will be landing at Port Blair airport and to go to other islands such as Havelock and Neil Island you will need a ferry that takes you from one island to the other and brings to you back. These ferries are of prime importance in your trip planning. If you select an island to book where the ferry is not on a regular basis then you will end up paying more or you can even end not reaching the islands because of no ferry operational.  

The major ferries that operate in Andaman Islands are :  

Government ferry - No online booking only counter booking allowed Makruzz Nautika ITT Majestic Green Ocean

Except for the Government ferry, all other ferries can be booked online.  Check the ferry booking details on our website that can be booked online  

So the ferry charges approximately 1500 Per Person for each side. Therefore for 2 adults as per our previous itinerary, we will need a ferry from Port Blair to Havelock Island and return from Havelock to Port Blair Ferry cost = 1500 x 2 x 2 side = 6000

Total trip cost = Flight + Hotel + Ferry = 32000 (Flight) + 16000 (Stay) + 6000 (Ferry) = 54000 Per Couple for 4 Night 5 Days trip with 2 Nights in Port Blair and 2 Nights at Havelock Island

Next we need to discuss about the other cost such as transportation, activities and sightseeing.

Step 6 - Cost of water activities

Once you are sorted with your flight, hotels and ferry then comes the next part of your trip planning is the cost of water activities in the Andaman islands . The major activities that is done in Havelock Island island are as below :  

Scuba Diving costs Rupees 3500 Per Person Sea Walking cost Rupees 3500 Per Person Jet Ski ride cost Rupees 700 Per Person Semi Submarine cost Rupees 2100 Per Person Likewise many activities are available at different islands, please check the detailed list of all the water activities in Andaman on our website.

So as per our previous itinerary plan suppose we want to add Scuba Diving  for 2 people then the package cost will add up 7000. After adding the activity the package cost will be   

Total trip cost = Flight + Hotel + Ferry + Scuba Diving for 2 Persons = 32000 (Flight) + 16000 (Stay) + 6000 (Ferry) + 7000 (Scuba Diving) = 61000 Per Couple for 4 Night 5 Days trip with 2 Nights in Port Blair and 2 Nights at Havelock Island Many travelers add 2 - 3 different activities in Andaman and as per the price the budget of your trip increases.

Step 7 - Cost of transportation as per your itinerary

In this section, we will specifically discuss about the package cost for 4 Night and 5 days. So far we have came down to the below cost  

Total trip cost = Flight + Hotel + Ferry + Scuba Diving for 2 Persons = 32000 (Flight) + 16000 (Stay) + 6000 (Ferry) + 7000 (Scuba Diving) = 61000 Per Couple for 4 Night 5 Days trip with 2 Nights in Port Blair and 2 Nights at Havelock Island Let us consider the itinerary as below :

Day 1 - Airport Pickup. Then visit to Corbyns Cove Beach and Cellular Jail - Overnight at Port Blair Day. 2 - Travel from Port Blair to Havelock in a ferry and visit Radhanagar Beach - Overnight at Havelock Island Day 3 - Visit Elephant Beach Day 4 - Scuba Diving at Havelock Island and Return to Port Blair Day 5 - Departure  

The cab cost for the above pickup and drop will come approximately to 7000 Rupees for all pickup and drops. If you are taking a 2 wheeler at Havelock Island then the cost only for Port Blair pickup and drop will come to Rupees 4000 and for 2 days two-wheeler will cost you 500 Per day rental with petrol extra. So lets consider 1500 including rental and the petrol.

So overall in transportation, you will be spending approx 6000 Rupees In the above cost entry ticket to Cellular Jail, Light and Sound Show and ferry ticket to Elephant beach are not considered. These tickets for couple will cost around 3000 Per Couple So the revised budget now becomes  

Total trip cost = Flight + Hotel + Ferry + Scuba Diving for 2 Persons + Transportation + Entry tickets = 32000 (Flight) + 16000 (Stay) + 6000 (Ferry) + 7000 (Scuba Diving) + 6000 (Transportation) + 3000 (Entry Tickets) = 70000 Per Couple for 4 Night 5 Days trip with 2 Nights in Port Blair and 2 Nights at Havelock Island  

With this we have now come to an approximate cost for your trip to Andaman Islands including flight, hotels, ferry, activity and transport. The last leg is the food cost which will bring you to the overall cost   

Step 8 - Food Cost

The final part of your cost comes from your food and personal expenses. Let's consider the average meal cost per person is 500. Therefore for 4 days, you will be having 8 meals in total including lunch and dinner

Approx cost of food equals 500 per meal x 2 person x 4 days x 2 (lunch and dinner) = 8000. Let's keep an upper side for food to be around 10k considering evening snacks etc

Total Final trip cost = Flight + Hotel + Ferry + Scuba Diving for 2 Persons + Transportation + Entry tickets + Food = 32000 (Flight) + 16000 (Stay) + 6000 (Ferry) + 7000 (Scuba Diving) + 6000 (Transportation) + 3000 (Entry Tickets) + 10000 (Food) = 80000 Per Couple for 4 Night 5 Days trip with 2 Nights in Port Blair and 2 Nights at Havelock Island

Therefore we can say that an approximate cost of 80000 will be spent on your 5 days trip to Andaman Islands. The key to planning your trip is to get the lowest deals on flight and hotels. If you get it cheaper then you save a lot more during your trip.

Step 9 - Conclusion

Now, while you got to know what is the break up of the tour and you should plan your trip to Andaman Islands. The above same steps has to be followed whether you are visiting Andaman Islands from any part of India.

As your number of days increases, the cost of the tour based on your hotel selection increases.  

Each step of the calculation is important so that you can gauge an approximate budget for your trip to Andaman.

Now if this sounds long here is an easy way to come to a tour cost that is easy and made by the experts.  

The exclusive feature of "Plan my trip" helps you calculate your Andaman trip cost for  

Accommodation Ferry Water Activities Transportation  

The only thing that needs to be added to this is the cost of flight tickets and food cost which can be added on top of the calculated tour cost. This easy way to plan your trip can instantly help you with selecting the best itinerary along with its cost for your travel dates.  

Let's help you in understanding how this exclusive feature of plan my trip can help you select the best itinerary

1) Click on Plan my Trip

To save time and to get the best cost for your trip plan use this exclusive feature of Plan my trip on our website. With this feature you can instantly refer best tour plans and cost for your trip to Andaman Islands.

2) Select the date of travel

Based on your preferred dates when you plan to visit Andaman select the date.  

3) Next we select the number of days.  

This time we consider a trip for 6 Night and 7 Days to the Andaman Islands and see various itinerary options before selecting one itinerary and moving forward.

4) Select the number of rooms required for the tour.

If you are a couple then select 1 Room and if you are 4 Adults then select 2 Rooms from the drop-down  

5) Click on Search button  

When you click on search based upon your requirements you will see various packages for 6 Nights and 7 Days and select the itinerary which is liked by you as per your travel requirements.

Once you are on this page of your plan my trip then you can select the Andaman package as per your preference. Various packages for your selected travel plan is listed here. If you are planning a honeymoon package to Andaman then select the itinerary that has Honeymoon mentioned in its name and creative. This way you will select a tour plan instantly that is preferred at your end.

In this case, we will select one of the plans from the listed options and check what is included and what is provided. As we discussed in the topic earlier the listed price will cover the following price aspect of your trip

Stay Breakfast Ferry Transportation Entry tickets

6) Go through the package itinerary and hotel details

Check the details of the trip and get the price of the tour plan you were looking into. You will see the itinerary details and which islands you are staying at Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island and for how many nights.  

You will also see what our day-to-day itinerary in your trip plan is. This will help you gauge how much time you will have and you can plan accordingly. 

On the right side, you will see the number of travelers, date of travel, number of rooms, trip cost, and other hotel options for you to select. By default budget, and hotel costs will be selected. You can select from other hotel options such as Deluxe, Luxury and more  

7) Next you can select from various hotel options

Various hotel options such as Budget, Standard, Premium, Deluxe, Luxury, LuxuryPlus, Royal etc will be seen for the tour plan that you have selected. The cost of your trip will vary based on the hotel that has been selected. Step 5 we mentioned earlier comes into the picture when you are checking on changing hotels that are a little more expensive. I you are visiting Andaman Island on a honeymoon then we recommend travelers select luxury hotel stays to get a better stay experience.

As you see now the price of your trip has increased and this is mainly because the hotels have been changed to 4-star properties on all the islands.

With this, we come to an end of the topic of how to plan a trip to the Andaman Islands. Step-by-step information along with an easy way of planning your trip was explained. Whatever works best for you to check and follow the steps to plan your Andaman Island trip.

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Exploring the Untouched Paradise: Trip to Andaman Cost 2024

June 29, 2023

Andaman is a beautiful island located in the Bay of Bengal. It is known for its pristine beaches, crystal clear waters, and lush green forests. If you're planning a trip to Andaman, there are a few things you should know.

The cost of a trip to Andaman depends on a few factors, such as the time of year you're traveling, the type of accommodation you choose, and the activities you plan to do. On average, you can expect to spend around $1000 per person for a week-long trip to Andaman.

However, if you book your trip through Trip.com, you can take advantage of discounts and deals to save money on your trip. Click the button below to find out more.

How much does it cost for a 4-day trip when travelling to Andaman?

Are you planning a 4-day trip to Andaman and wondering how much it will cost? According to historical data, the average cost for a 4-day trip to Andaman is around $500 per person.

This cost includes accommodation, transportation, food, and activities. However, the actual cost may vary depending on your travel style and preferences.

If you're on a budget, you can find affordable accommodation options starting at $20 per night. Food is also relatively cheap in Andaman, with local street food starting at $2 per meal.

Transportation costs can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. Taxis and private cars are more expensive, while public transportation options like buses and ferries are more affordable.

As for activities, there are plenty of free and low-cost options to choose from, such as visiting the beaches, exploring the local markets, and hiking in the national parks.

Overall, a 4-day trip to Andaman can be affordable if you plan ahead and make smart choices. To learn more about the itinerary and cost breakdown, click the button below to check out our detailed itinerary page.

Flight Costs to Andaman from Major US Cities

New York City: $900

Los Angeles: $1100

Chicago: $1000

Houston: $1200

Miami: $950

Please note that these prices are subject to change based on various factors such as the time of year, demand, and availability. It's always a good idea to book your flights in advance to get the best deals.

Now that you have an idea of the flight costs, let's take a look at the flight times from major US cities to Andaman:

New York City: 20 hours

Los Angeles: 22 hours

Chicago: 21 hours

Houston: 23 hours

Miami: 20 hours

Again, please note that these times are subject to change based on various factors such as layovers and flight delays.

How much does it cost for hotels when travelling to Andaman?

According to the history data, the average cost of hotels in Andaman is around $100 per night. However, the prices may vary depending on the location, season, and type of accommodation.

If you are looking for budget-friendly options, you can find guesthouses and hostels for as low as $10 per night. Mid-range hotels usually cost between $50 to $100 per night, while luxury hotels and resorts can cost upwards of $200 per night.

It is important to note that the peak season in Andaman is from December to February, and during this time, the prices of hotels can be significantly higher. On the other hand, if you visit during the monsoon season (June to September), you may be able to find better deals on hotels.

Overall, it is recommended to book your hotel in advance to get the best deals and avoid any last-minute price hikes.

How much does it cost for food when travelling to Andaman?

Here are some of the typical dishes and their average cost when travelling to Andaman:

• Seafood Platter: If you're a seafood lover, you must try the seafood platter in Andaman. It includes a variety of seafood like prawns, fish, crabs, and lobsters. The average cost of a seafood platter is around $20.
• Chicken Tikka: Chicken Tikka is a popular Indian dish that is loved by everyone. In Andaman, you can find some of the best Chicken Tikka at affordable prices. The average cost of Chicken Tikka is around $5.
• Coconut Curry: Coconut Curry is a traditional Andamanese dish that is made with coconut milk, spices, and vegetables. The average cost of Coconut Curry is around $8.
• Andamanese Fish Curry: Andamanese Fish Curry is a spicy and tangy curry made with local fish. The average cost of Andamanese Fish Curry is around $10.
• Fried Rice: Fried Rice is a staple food in Andaman and is available at almost every restaurant. The average cost of Fried Rice is around $4.

These are just a few of the many delicious dishes that you can try when travelling to Andaman. The prices mentioned above are based on historical data and may vary depending on the restaurant and location.

So, if you're planning a trip to Andaman, make sure to indulge in the local cuisine and try these mouth-watering dishes.

How much does it cost for souvenirs when travelling to Andaman?

Andaman is a beautiful place to visit and it offers a wide range of souvenirs that you can take back home. From handmade crafts to beautiful jewelry, Andaman has it all. The average cost of souvenirs in Andaman is around $10 to $50.

If you are looking for something unique, you can buy handmade crafts made by the locals. These crafts are made from natural materials such as coconut shells, seashells, and bamboo. The average cost of these crafts is around $15 to $30.

Another popular souvenir in Andaman is jewelry. You can find a wide range of jewelry made from different materials such as silver, gold, and shells. The average cost of jewelry in Andaman is around $20 to $50.

If you are looking for something to decorate your home, you can buy beautiful paintings made by local artists. The average cost of these paintings is around $30 to $50.

Overall, Andaman is a great place to buy souvenirs. The souvenirs are unique and affordable, and they make great gifts for your loved ones back home.

How much does it cost for transportation when travelling to Andaman?

Taxis - Taxis are readily available in Andaman and are a convenient way to get around the city. The average cost of a taxi ride in Andaman is around $10-$15.

Buses - Buses are a cheaper option for getting around Andaman. The average cost of a bus ride in Andaman is around $1-$2.

Motorbikes - Motorbikes are a popular option for tourists in Andaman. The average cost of renting a motorbike in Andaman is around $10-$15 per day.

Auto-rickshaws - Auto-rickshaws are a common mode of transportation in Andaman. The average cost of an auto-rickshaw ride in Andaman is around $2-$3.

Ferries - Ferries are a popular way to travel between the islands in Andaman. The average cost of a ferry ride in Andaman is around $10-$15.

It is important to note that prices may vary depending on the time of day and the distance travelled. Additionally, it is always a good idea to negotiate prices with taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers before starting your journey.

In conclusion, there are several transportation options available when travelling to Andaman. By choosing the right mode of transportation, you can save money and have a comfortable journey.

How much does it cost for sightseeing when travelling to Andaman?

1. Cellular Jail

Cellular Jail is a historical monument that was used by the British to imprison Indian freedom fighters. It is now a museum that showcases the struggle for India's independence. The ticket cost for Indians is $30 and for foreigners is $100.

2. Ross Island

Ross Island is a small island located near Port Blair. It was the administrative headquarters of the British during their rule in Andaman. The ticket cost for Indians is $15 and for foreigners is $50.

3. Radhanagar Beach

Radhanagar Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Andaman. It is known for its white sandy beach and crystal clear waters. The ticket cost for Indians is $10 and for foreigners is $30.

4. Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is a protected area that is home to a variety of marine life. It is a popular spot for snorkeling and scuba diving. The ticket cost for Indians is $20 and for foreigners is $70.

Click here to book your tickets for these popular attractions in Andaman.

How much does it cost for WiFi & Communication when travelling to Andaman?

For WiFi, most hotels and resorts in Andaman offer free WiFi services to their guests. However, if you are looking for a more reliable and faster internet connection, you can opt for a prepaid SIM card. The cost of a prepaid SIM card in Andaman ranges from $2 to $5, depending on the service provider and the data plan you choose.

For communication services, you can use your own mobile phone in Andaman by activating international roaming. However, this can be quite expensive, with charges ranging from $0.50 to $2 per minute for calls and $0.05 to $0.50 per text message. Alternatively, you can purchase a local SIM card and enjoy cheaper rates for calls and texts. The cost of local calls in Andaman is around $0.02 per minute, while international calls cost around $0.10 per minute.

Overall, the cost of WiFi and communication services in Andaman is relatively affordable, making it a great destination for budget-conscious travelers.

How much does it cost for passport when travelling to Andaman?

• Standard adult passport (valid for 10 years): $110
• Child passport (valid for 5 years): $80
• Expedited service (additional fee): $60

It is important to note that these fees are subject to change and may vary depending on the current exchange rate. It is recommended to check with the local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.

Obtaining a passport is an important step in planning your trip to Andaman. Make sure to apply for your passport well in advance to avoid any delays or complications.

How much does it cost for insurance when travelling to Andaman?

Travelling to Andaman can be an exciting adventure, but it's important to consider the cost of travel insurance. According to historical data, the average cost of travel insurance for a trip to Andaman is around $50 to $100 per person.

However, the cost of travel insurance can vary depending on several factors such as age, duration of the trip, and the type of coverage needed. For example, if you're planning to engage in adventure sports like scuba diving or snorkeling, you may need to purchase additional coverage which can increase the cost of travel insurance.

It's important to note that travel insurance is not mandatory when travelling to Andaman, but it can provide peace of mind and financial protection in case of unexpected events such as flight cancellations, medical emergencies, or lost luggage.

When purchasing travel insurance, it's essential to read the policy carefully and understand the coverage and exclusions. It's also recommended to compare different insurance providers and policies to find the best coverage at a reasonable price.

In conclusion, the cost of travel insurance when travelling to Andaman can range from $50 to $100 per person, depending on various factors. It's important to consider purchasing travel insurance for financial protection and peace of mind during your trip.

How much does it cost for family, couples or single when travelling to Andaman?

According to the history data, the cost of travel to Andaman varies depending on the type of traveler and the duration of the trip. Here is a breakdown of the estimated cost:

Cost for Family:

The cost of travel for a family of four (two adults and two children) for a 7-day trip to Andaman is approximately $2000. This includes airfare, accommodation, food, transportation, and activities.

Cost for Couples:

The cost of travel for a couple for a 7-day trip to Andaman is approximately $1000. This includes airfare, accommodation, food, transportation, and activities.

Cost for Singles:

The cost of travel for a single person for a 7-day trip to Andaman is approximately $500. This includes airfare, accommodation, food, transportation, and activities.

It is important to note that these are estimated costs and may vary depending on the season, type of accommodation, and activities chosen. However, these estimates provide a good idea of the cost of travel to Andaman.

Methods to save money when travelling to Andaman

Travelling to Andaman can be an expensive affair, but with proper planning and research, you can save a lot of money. Here are some methods to save money when travelling to Andaman:

1. Book your flights and accommodation in advance

Booking your flights and accommodation in advance can save you a lot of money. According to historical data, booking your flights and accommodation at least 3 months in advance can save you up to 30% on your total travel expenses.

2. Travel during the off-season

The peak season for Andaman is from November to April, and during this time, the prices of flights and accommodation are at their highest. Travelling during the off-season, from May to October, can save you up to 50% on your travel expenses.

3. Use public transport

Using public transport, such as buses and ferries, is a cheaper option than hiring a private taxi. According to historical data, using public transport can save you up to 40% on your travel expenses.

4. Eat at local restaurants

Eating at local restaurants is a cheaper option than eating at touristy restaurants. According to historical data, eating at local restaurants can save you up to 25% on your food expenses.

5. Book activities in advance

Booking activities, such as snorkelling and scuba diving, in advance can save you money. According to historical data, booking activities in advance can save you up to 20% on your activity expenses.

By following these methods, you can save a significant amount of money when travelling to Andaman. Happy travels!

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Best of Andaman Itinerary for 7 Days

• Post author: theworldtripping
• Post last modified: October 23, 2023
• Post category: Islands / Beaches / India / World Tripping
• Post comments: 2 Comments

What are you looking for? A perfect recreational & leisure vacation, adventure-filled kick-ass vacation, fun-filled family vacation, or sweet romantic fairy tale vacation! You ask one, you get one!

We did the Andaman Islands trip and can tell that; you will not get bored for a second. Every day and evening you will be either exploring some amazing beaches, hopping islands, roaming around in the city, visiting historical places & museums, or doing something extraordinary activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, bird watching, hiking, and whatnot!

Here’s the best of Andaman itinerary for 7 days covering a variety of beaches and islands, every island is unique and different from the others with so many things to do and places to see by keeping the balance of relaxation, adventure, fun, leisure time, exploration of history & culture. You won’t believe it, we ended up thinking 7 days are not enough and we will be planning to cover those off-beat destinations in our next trip.

Suggested Read: Before planning a vacation to Andaman and Nicobar Islands, here’s an ultimate guide for you to know an overview of the Island (Pros and Cons, Do’s and Don’ts), travel and packing tips, visa, how to get there, the best time to visit, food and accommodation, etc.

List of good hotels in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Table of Contents

Best of Andaman itinerary for 7 days as follows:

Day 1: Arrival in Port Blair & visit Cellular Jail

Port Blair is the capital city & entry point to Andaman and Nicobar Islands, reached by Air or Sea, from where you will get several options to explore the entire island. We preferred to fly down at Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair, located just outside the city.

You will be fascinated by seeing the first glimpse of islands from the flight just before the landing, so keep your mobile ready to click pictures. The airport is small and basic, easy to get outside and find a taxi or auto.

We always try to reach the destination in the morning or till afternoon, so that we can get the rest of the day to venture out after checking in the hotel and freshen up. Go easy on your first day, try to figure out the places around your hotel, find some good restaurants to eat, explore local markets and transportation services, or you can pick up a rental bike/car to roam around.

We stayed in The J Hotel , located in the city center, near Aberdeen bazaar from where all the attractions are in proximity.

Later in the afternoon slot, visited Cellular Jail (1.2 km– 3 min drive from J hotel), also known as ‘Kalapani’, a former colonial prison during the British rule, now a memorial turned museum, illustrates inhuman and unimaginable tortures, struggles of freedom fighters for India’s independence.

You will get a chance to explore this historical national monument on your own at your own pace and dig into the brutal history.

In the evening, attend the Light and Sound show at the same place, where the heroic saga of the Indian freedom struggle is brought alive. It gives you goosebumps.

• Entry fees for the museum, light & sound show are separate, not much, and worth spending for.
• Autos and taxis are readily available as a commute with reasonable charges.

Day 2: Scuba diving at North Bay Island, visit Ross Island

To boost up the vacation, we chose to start our day 2 with Scuba diving. After finishing breakfast, we rushed to Andaman Water Sports Complex to hire a speed boat to North Bay Island, where you can enjoy all kinds of thrilling water sports.

We both are non-swimmers, and the fact is Saurabh has an underwater phobia, but we both did it with absolute ease and fun.

Scuba diving services are available on Havelock Island as well. If Scuba diving is not your cup of tea and find it more difficult, then you can try other water sports too like – sea walking (It is comparatively easy but equally exciting), snorkeling, glass-bottom boat riding, jet skiing, banana boat & speed boat rides.

Just choose your sport by how much thrill can you handle and of course bearing in mind the age factor.

Alternate plan- If you are not interested in any of the water sports, then instead of going to North Bay Island, enjoy your morning on Corbyn’s Cove beach till the afternoon.

After returning to the water sports complex take another boat or maybe the same boat from North Bay Island will take you directly to Ross Island (recently named as Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Dweep), where you can spend 2-3 hours.

Take a walk through Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Dweep) is another historical place, once occupied by the Japanese from 1942 to 1945, who was helping Mr. Subhash Chandra Bose to fight against the British empire.

You will find their imprints here, now a historical tourist attraction; consists of remains of Japanese bunkers & colonies naturally sheltered by roots and branches of the trees, creating photogenic spots!

This island has beautiful surroundings of palm and coconut trees and is home to various species of birds, Spotted Deer, Hens, and Peacocks.

They also conducted a Light and Sound Show in the evening, but we skipped the show and returned to Water Sports Complex & spent some time there, clicking pictures at the Tsunami Memorial and Rajiv Gandhi Statue.

• Please carry your lunch pack, and drinking water with you while exploring North Bay Island & Ross Island.
• Please carry changing clothes, if you are performing water sports. The clothes-changing facilities are available at North Bay Island.
• North Bay Island & Ross Island are closed on Wednesday.

Day 3: Journey to Havelock Island, visit Radha Nagar Beach

After spending an audacious day, it is now time to rejuvenate from head to toe, and there is no better place than Havelock Island for relaxation. It was recently named as Swaraj Dweep.

On Day 3, we woke up early, checked out from our hotel, and proceeded to Phoenix Bay Jetty (1.5 km- 4 min drive from J Hotel) to board the early morning (8.15 AM) Makruzz ferry (Privately owned, luxury, air-conditioned, high-speed catamaran) to the Havelock Islands. It was a 1.5-hour cruise ride to enjoy the seascapes.

Want to know about our experience with Makruzz Ferry?

You can opt for a government ferry that will take a little longer and is cheaper than the private catamaran, but the main drawback is that online bookings are not allowed & tickets can be bought only at the counter two days before the departure, which we found little risky if already booked.

Havelock Island is the most visited and popular, must-see destination, home to exotic-looking beaches, and outstanding coral reefs with fascinating marine life that excites snorkelers & divers. Do you know that a larger part of the island is a dense rainforest offering ample opportunity for bird watching & hiking?

On arrival to Havelock Island, you will fall in love at first sight with the mesmerizing beauty of the island, emerald-colored water with white sand & greenery on the backdrop, rustic, not so fancy looking yet so charming!

The pace of life is slow, the locals are friendly and the facilities are moderately basic. You will observe local businesses, tour offices, ticket counters for Elephant Beach, ferry service offices, restaurants, and bike rentals right there at the Havelock ferry terminal, so you don’t need to worry about searching for anything.

You can pick up a rental bike or take an auto/tuk-tuk to your hotel. Bike rentals can also be arranged by your respective hotel/resort on your demand.

After settling in our cozy, eco-friendly Nicobari-style villa at Silver Spring Resort located at Shyam Nagar No. 4, on a hilltop overlooking lush green trees, from where Radha Nagar Beach (Asia’s best & world’s most beautiful beach) is just 7 Km away, so if you don’t mind staying away from beach crowd & expensive hotels, this indeed good deal within the budget!

Read our staycation experience of Silver Spring Resort and the list of good hotels in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

We were so excited to see Radha Nagar Beach and without having lunch we made our first visit to this awesome place. Outside the beach, you’ll find many local shops selling fresh local fruits, and coconut water, renting snorkels and fins, some of them selling bamboo hats, sarongs, fish-bone arts, ornaments made from pearls and seashells, real conch shells, coconut handicrafts, etc. We bought one big conch seashell as a souvenir of the Andaman trip & attractive pearl shell earrings and bracelets for gifting purposes.

We were already starving, and our hunger intensified by the aroma coming out from a local, not-so-fancy-looking eatery, where we fulfilled our appetite by having authentic super delicious fish fry varieties.

Here’s a quick tip, eat like a local, if you want to taste authentic dishes, never go to big fancy restaurants on the islands, you’ll end up spending extra for a regular taste.

Radha Nagar Beach is the main attraction in Havelock Island and became popular worldwide in 2004, voted as one of Asia’s Best Beaches by Time Magazine, it’s a pride of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and surely a must-see place.

A long stretch of white sandy beach, ocean green water, surrounded by thick mangrove forest, and cleanliness make it even more beautiful and appealing for swimming. However, you might be disappointed because it is a very crowded place.

This beach has changing rooms, luggage counters, lockers, and toilets for visitor’s use. Spending an evening here and watching a gorgeous sunset will certainly be one of your biggest highlights from the trip.

Normally after sunset, everybody returns to their respective places/hotels before it’s dark. Be careful not to miss the last jeep/auto/tuk-tuk back if you’re not staying nearby. We concluded the day with a dinner in our hotel’s in-house restaurant, which was average in taste.

Note that –

• While purchasing any Conch shell, please make sure its corners/edges are not sharp, to be cut down before purchase, or else the airport authority will not permit entry on the plane, also do not forget to take receipt of purchase from the shopkeeper and keep it handy during luggage screening in the airport.
• Please carry extra clothes if you are interested in swimming in Radha Nagar Beach, changing rooms & lockers are available for rent.
• After the evening, do not stay on any beaches and sometimes not permitted by the beach authorities unless any activities are made by the respective resorts near the beach in Havelock Island.
• Makruzz ferry does not operate from April to September & all guests traveling to Havelock are required to carry ID proofs in order to issue their ticket back from Havelock – Port Blair.

Day 4: Excursion to Elephant Beach, Snorkeling, Evening at Govind Nagar

On the second day in Havelock Island, we decided to go to Elephant Beach as the weather was pleasant, clear skies, absolutely perfect for snorkeling.

The complimentary breakfast from the hotel was so delicious with many varieties, potato curry with puri (Indian fried thin sliced round bread), toasted bread with jam and butter served with hot tea and our favorite hot South-Indian delicacies were so yummy and fulfilling for the day.

We got ready and left the hotel by 8 AM, came to the same spot at the Havelock ferry terminal to board a speed boat. The 25-minute boat ride to the Elephant Beach was a pleasure to your eyes full of panoramic views and the first sight of Elephant Beach was outstanding.

It is an isolated beach that offers snorkelers calm, pristine shallow water with light blue color, amazing colorful coral reefs probably the best on the Island, starts remarkably close to the shore at a depth of about one meter with plenty of marine life, is simply the perfect spot for beginner snorkelers.

If you are an experienced snorkeler, then just slip on your gear and start snorkeling in shallow water spots. Non-swimmers like us can experience it through dive shops with the help of instructors; many resorts arrange snorkeling and diving trips here.

The price ranges around 1000-1500 INR per person (provided with snorkeling gear), which we think is worth the experience and is less risky than scuba diving. Any age group of people can perform snorkeling with ease, it is just that you are floating on the surface and the instructor is right there with you.

It is reachable on foot from Radha Nagar Beach # 7. This place is great to spend the day lying on the beach, sunbathing, and relaxing, offers incredible picture-perfect scenes with fallen trees and white sand, giving the opportunities for photographers to try some interesting shots using fallen tree branches as a property.

Later in past afternoon we came back and explored the junction Govind Nagar (Beach #3), the main ‘town’ is small and has a handful of shops and local dhabas (Eateries), we had dinner in one of the dhabas, tried some exciting varieties of seafood and the day concluded.

• Excursion to Elephant Beach is dependent on weather conditions, so keep your alternate plan ready, if this has been canceled.
• You can carry an extra pair of clothes for snorkeling, there are changing rooms available.
• It is advisable to pack your food and water if you are planning to stay for a longer time at Elephant Beach. There are limited or I would say no options to drink and eat.

Day 5: Leisure day, beach hopping & roaming around the Havelock Island

This day is devoted to your likings and preferences, ask yourself what your heart wants to do, and just go with the flow, and enjoy your freedom, the entire island is waiting outside for you.

We wanted to explore the island with no plan, no schedule, and no restrictions, just wanted to wander around the island on the bike.

So, it was a peaceful morning for us, we started slow, enjoyed our morning breakfast sitting on our private balcony, breathing in the fresh air, hearing gusts and leaves listening to chirping birds, roaming around our villa, exploring our resort, clicking some pictures and videos.

Later, we rented a motorbike (Honda Activa) for INR 400/day from our hotel and hit the road. It was a beautiful sunny day, roads were mostly empty and protected by big trees on both sides, playing hide and seek with the sun, you’ll observe old-fashioned wooden houses, Nicobari huts surrounded by arrays of betel nut trees, palm trees, coconut trees, and other tropical rain forest sited all around.

You will just fall in love with the slow & relaxed vibes of the town, which we often miss in our urban city lives.

Kala Pathar Beach gets its name from Kala Pathar village and also due to the Black Rocks that enhance the coastline.

We loved spending relaxing time here, it has some virgin spots, and you will feel like you are on some private unspoiled beach where you can lie down, chill on hammocks, go swimming, collect shells, and corals & decorate your sandcastle.

It’s a perfect place for newly married couples who seek privacy and a lone blissful WE time.

If you haven’t performed scuba diving in Port Blair, then you have a chance to experience it here in Havelock Island & instead of beach hopping, you may go for Scuba from one of the certified dive centers (Barefoot, Dive India, etc.)

Those who love adventures like trekking in the rainforest jungle or some of you may be interested in fishing trips, which can be organized by Wild Orchid Resort , Barefoot , Emerald Gecko Resort , etc. Just enjoy your day as per your choices at your own pace!

For lunch and dinner, you can try several options from budgeted restaurants in the Govind Nagar area to mid-range restaurants like Emerald Gecko to expensive and better-quality restaurants like Red Snapper at Wild Orchid Resort, where they served cocktails & alcohol, seafood platters from fresh fish selections, right from Tuna Steak, Lobsters, Tiger Prawns all are freshly available. The food and the ambiance are amazing, it’s a little expensive though. That’s how you can spend your Day 5 in Havelock Island.

Day 6: Return to Port Blair, explore the city, visit museums, shopping in Aberdeen Bazar

Renowned as the heaven for adventurers, trekkers, nature lovers, foodies, and honeymooners, Havelock Island manages to maintain its charm that is 100 percent tourist-friendly. It’s now the time to say bye to Havelock Island with a promise to come back again…

We checked out from Silver Spring Resort and came back to Port Blair by Makruzz in the morning. After checking in to the same J Hotel in Port Blair, we decided to visit museums in Port Blair – Zonal Anthropological Museum and Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika) comprises the city tour.

It’s a wise decision to spend afternoon time exploring museums to stay indoors and it will keep you busy in exploration.

Zonal Anthropological Museum is just a 2 min drive from our hotel, and from there Samudrika Naval Marine Museum is a 5 min drive away.

You will get the opportunity to learn and understand the tribal life in Andaman and Nicobar Islands through the museums. Spend an hour or less depending upon your interests. Also, visit adjoining souvenir shop to buy the collectibles.

The other one, the Naval Marine Museum often called Samudrika, run by the Indian Navy, has a collection of unique varieties of corals, seashells, and some species of fishes to educate various aspects of marine life underwater. Both are recommended for curious-minded people.

Later in the evening, we were roaming in and around Aberdeen Bazar for shopping. Aberdeen Bazaar is a famous marketplace in the heart of Port Blair city, where you will find not only groceries, vegetables, fruits, spices, ornaments, clothes, and souvenirs but also it is a hub of various shops like ATM, telephone, internet cafe, restaurants, lodging, travel booking companies, etc.

Do not forget to take souvenirs back home. If you find souvenirs expensive in some shops, I recommend ‘Andaman and Nicobar Emporium – Sagarika’, a government-aided store where you will find them at reasonable rates. That’s how we spent our Day 6 exploring the city, shopping, and of course, eating local delicacies.

Day 7: Mount Harriet National Park, Chatham Island & Chidiya Tapu

It’s Day 7 in the Andaman Islands, and there are still some interesting attractions to visit. After heavy breakfast, we came to the Chatham ferry jetty located on Chatham Island by car (You can take a taxi/auto) to board a huge ferry boat. You’ll really enjoy this ferry boat ride of 10-15 min, which takes you to Bambooflat ferry jetty, capable of carrying motorbikes, and cars along with people is a great way of local transportation here.

You need to hire a jeep from Bambooflat jetty to Mt. Harriet National Park, a 5.1 km road that passes through the lush tropical forest. During the journey, your driver will show you the place from where the picture of the old Indian 20 Rs. currency note was taken.

It’s the third highest peak in the A & N archipelago, offering great views of coastal terrain from their watchtowers, you will get the view of North Bay & Ross Islands from an Emerald viewpoint.

It is a home for a variety of butterflies and one of the famous trekking spots. The trail begins from Mount Harriet and ends at Madhuban offering sights of exotic plants, wild birds & animals, and butterflies along the way.

There is a hiking opportunity at Chidiya Tapu as well, famous for bird watching. For those who are interested, I would recommend taking a guided trekking tour or traveling in groups for the safer side. We did not go trekking, because it requires more relax-time, and we have other plans for the day.

After returning to Chatham Island by the same ferry, we went to see Chatham Saw Mill, one of the oldest & largest in Asia, was set up in 1883 and is still running to fulfil the requirements of saw and timber for construction on the island.

It will be an informative tour of an hour or less, where you learn about the types of woods available on the island, and its processing, cutting & shaping techniques as per the requirements. The museum displays some wooden artifacts which demonstrate the skill of local people.

One can visit the other attractions of Chatham Island, Japanese War Bunker of Second World War & Forest Museum located near the Chatham Saw Mill if you have enough time.

We ended our Andaman journey with Chidiya Tapu, which is 30 km from Chatham Island, and to reach here you need to cross the entire Port Blair City.

This beach is undeniably beautiful and famous for its spectacular sunsets. As I said earlier it is famous for birding and that’s why they call it ‘Chidiya Tapu- The translation in English is Birds Island’.

It is far from Port Blair city and neglected by many tourists, a less commercial place with no water sports, no restaurants & other amenities, which anyway is good for the environment, as a result, you’ll find this beach is so clean and serene.

People come here in the evening to see the sun setting down beyond the hills of Neighboring Rutland Island, while the reflection of bright yellow lights on clean and calm water offers the perfect background for sunset photography.

We love the vibes of the beach, it is different than the other beaches, where the water is crystal clear and calm with no waves. The sudden change of landscape from a golden sandy beach to huge lush green trees on the shorelines certainly soothes your mind and soul and makes a perfect end to the beautiful island story.

Day 8: Time to say - ‘Bye and See You Again’

We checked out from J Hotel after breakfast. We were happy to manage a window seat while going back and enjoyed the extreme beauty of the Andaman Islands from the sky, bringing back unforgettable memories of the Island that we are going to cherish for a lifetime.

So, when are you planning for Andamans? or have you already been to this magical place? Whatever it be, on your next trip to Andaman, do not forget to include the aforementioned places on your travel itinerary.

This itinerary is almost suitable for every kind of traveler or you can customize your travel to Andaman with the help of our list of things to do, from where you can decide your priorities & choices and feel free to tailor-made Itinerary as per your taste! you will be refreshed & gratified is a promise!

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How to Plan a Budget Trip to the Andaman Islands

Updated: Mar 5, 2021

Budget Trip to Andaman Island is possible without missing out on all the fun. People usually think that Andaman vacations might cost a fortune but in reality, if you plan and stick to your budget it’s, not a big deal. So let us find out how I planned my 5-day budget trip to Andaman.

For any place you want to travel, the first thing is RESEARCH. This is very important because this part will give you an overview of the place that you intend to visit. In addition to this, preliminary research will also help you plan your trip including all the must-visit tourist spots and also any activity that you should not miss out on.

Secondly, set a rough budget. This is a tricky part because when you are going to a new place it is not always possible to make 100% calculations beforehand. And therefore you need to make a rough estimate with some amount of emergency money in hand.

Thirdly, search for the best deals online and book them. Booking online for major travel and stay will keep your budget in check. This means once your flight/bus/train and hotel bookings are sorted, you need money for food, in-city traveling, tourist spot tickets, and any activity.

Mobile Network in Andaman

Which Mobile Network works in Andaman is a big headache. And there is no proper information or the latest update on it. So here is what I gathered from my trip.

As of 2019, BSNL, Airtel, Vodafone all Networks work fine for Port Blair and surroundings. You can make and receive calls but don't think of mobile data, the connection is too poor. If your hotel offers Wi-Fi use that. Also, Vodafone works superbly in Havelock for calling purposes.

Best Time to Visit Andaman

Frankly speaking, you can visit Andaman any time you want.

Many websites will tell you winter is better or some other month will be the best. But bottom line, the weather in Andaman is unpredictable. You can enjoy a full-blown blue sky sunny day at the peak of the monsoon season. Or you might get caught up in a cyclone rainfall even in winter when it is supposed to be the best time. And in addition to this, it can rain at any time of the day year-round. So you need to be prepared.

Also, after explaining to you about the uncertain nature of the weather, it is necessary that also add some more points. The fact that there are more sunshine and clear days in winter or another season as compared to monsoon is the reason that online sites will tell you to choose autumn-winter, the peak tourist season.

I visited Andaman once in autumn and second time in monsoon. Both the times I was lucky enough to get good weather along with rainfall.

How to reach Andaman

The flight is the best, easiest and most time convenient way to reach Andaman Island.

Are the flight tickets to Andaman costly? Well, that depends on when you book them. If you plan and book beforehand you will get better deals. And obviously, the ticket prices are higher on average during the tourist season as compared to the supposedly dreadful monsoon. So plan accordingly.

Andaman is well connected to India with flights from major cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai and so on.

Havelock Island and Neil Islands (recently renamed as Shaheed Dweep and Swaraj Dweep)

These two Islands are on every list that people make to Andaman. If you have a bit to spare then you can book the tickets to these 2 islands beforehand through the private transfers. Green Ocean and Makruzz are the two options available for you to book online. Their ticket price is around 1300INR one way per person. It is costly when compared to the government ferry but gives you a confirmed advance online booking.

Government Ferry from Port Blair to Havelock and Neil Islands

They cost much less and are much fun. The only downside is that you need to go to the counter to book the ticket and availability is at times an issue.

If you want to book the government ferry you need to go to the Marina Jetty in the morning around 7–8 am with a photocopy of your id and also CASH. They do not accept the card. There you need to fill the form and submit, And depending on the availability you will be given your tickets.

If you book a tour package through any local company they will get you the government ferry tickets. But then again you would have to take the whole package, they don't make separate bookings. Plus if you get hold of any agent the amount of commission they charge is too high and in that price, you can get a confirmed booking with the private ones.

So if you are on a limited budget, reach Port Blair and the very next morning get up early and get your tickets. If you want to make a day trip to those islands it is possible. Most of the time tickets are available so don't worry. If you have more time in hand then you can stay there for a few days, if not then a day trip would cover the base.

My 5-day Itinerary for Andaman Island

Day 1: Reach and Cellular Jail Tour

Some additional Info: An early morning flight from New Delhi will land you at Port Blair by 10 max. On reaching there as usual you will be surrounded by scam taxi-wallas. My mistake was taking a cab from there and paid over 500 for a 50rs distance. So when you reach there, if your hotel has arranged for transport fine, else walk out of the airport and get an auto.

Download Google Maps in Offline Mode. This will be a big help. Distances are not much. You can reach your hotel in 50-100rs max, not more. I booked an Oyo Hotel for my stay. It was a good deal I got online.

For traveling in Port Blair, an auto is the best way. If you stay at the prime locations, like the Aberdeen Bazar, Junglihaat or near the airport, you can easily get auto and any destination would cost you around INR50–100. Having said this I should also add that buses are also available and safe and cheap. So if you want you can try that too.

After checking in I slept straight off. Ordered in-room service. Food was good both quality and quantity-wise. And went to Cellular Jail and Rajiv Gandhi Marine Park.

Cellular Jail needs no introduction. "Kaalapani", the infamous prison to hold Indian freedom fighters during the British Rule. The cell where Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was held is marked for tourists. When you get to the roof, you get a 360* view of the surrounding ocean and the city. The light and sound show is a major attraction and starts in the evening. You can get before the starting time to get good seats.

Rajiv Gandhi Park is the best place for a leisure stroll. The place is beautiful and the evening view is not to be missed with the street lights transforming the place. Also here you will find the counters for water sports and tours to the nearby Ross and North Bay Island. The rates are more or less the same, however, they reduce their rates during monsoon.

For dinner, you can choose restaurants beside the Rajiv Gandhi Park. Food is good and well within the price. After the half-day tour, I returned to my hotel and there ends my Day 1.

Day 2: Ross and North Bay Island

I did not get my ferry tickets beforehand. I wanted the government ferry and therefore had to go to the Jetty Office to get my tickets.

I reached the office by 8 am. There were queues and preference is given to locals over tourists in government ferry. Keep your photocopy of ID and cash ready. Fill out the form. Stand in the queue and wait for your turn.

Finally got the tickets for Havelock and Neil Island. Both Day trips. I would be going by the first ferry in the morning and return by the last ferry in the evening.

After getting the tickets I was free for the day so I decided to visit Ross and North Bay Island. I went to the Rajiv Gandhi water sports area. Booked my trip to Ross Island and North Bay Island. It was a half-day tour and perfectly fitted my schedule.

Ross Island(renamed as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep): A real example of how nature claims what is hers. The old abandoned British era structures are everywhere and were covered with roots and creepers. If you take an E-Rickshaw or walk to the top you will get more spectacular views of the surrounding. There are also lots of deer on this island. Nothing much to do other than sightseeing, it was time for the North Bay now.

North-Bay Island: This island is found in the 20rs note of Indian currency. North Bay is also the hub for water sports nearest to Port Blair. While initially, I did not plan on trying any water activity, I ended up doing jet Ski and snorkeling. And I should say if you can spare a bit or stretch your budget a bit do try them. The experience is worth it. However, do not expect crystal clear blue water with schools of fish like you see in the National Geographic channels. The coral reef here was mostly destroyed by the 2004 tsunami. Whatever is left has been conserved and will give you a pretty good experience.

By the end of this day, I was too tired, had my dinner at the hotel and soon went to sleep as I would be island hopping for the next 2 days.

Day 3: Havelock Island(Swaraj Dweep)

I got up early and packed my bag for the day trip to Havelock Island. I will be taking the first ferry and return by the evening ferry. I packed extra beachwear, towel, and one extra T-shirt just in case.

I took an auto from my hotel and reached the Jetty. Do not get confused. It is the same one where you book the tickets. By around 10 am I reached Havelock. The journey was beautiful. In government ferry they allow you to go up to the deck and enjoy the fresh air. The ocean was relatively calm and therefore not much problem with seasickness.

I had 2 beached shortlisted that I wanted to visit. First the Kalapathar Beach and secondly the famous Radhanagar beach. There are taxis you can book however I took the budget and also the local means of transport. When you exit from the dock on the left-hand side you will find buses. These buses run through the island. So the first bus took me to Kalapathar beach. Spent around 1 hour there. The next bus took me from there to Radhanagar beach. The white sand beach complimented the blue sky perfectly. My extra set of clothes was thus used thoroughly. Again after spending a few hours here, I took the return bus to the jetty.

I packed some food beforehand. And on reaching there had my breakfast of poori-sabzi and for the rest of the day, I thrived on fresh coconut water.

Day 4: Neil Island(Shaheed Dweep)

This day also followed the same schedule as of the previous day. Neil Island is comparatively smaller than Havelock and the 2 beaches that I visited are the Natural Beach and Sitapur Beach. Here you can have lunch at local restaurants. The food is good and the price is also fine. Returned to the jetty according to the ferry timing with a bagful of wet clothes and photos plus happy memories.

Day 5: Return to Delhi

It is a sad part but vacations also come to an end. On the last day, I had breakfast at the hotel, checked out and headed straight for the airport.

An Important Note

Andaman is a very beautiful place. And the thing which made me most happy about this place is the complete plastic ban. Over here if you buy anything they will wrap it in a newspaper or any other paper maintaining the no-plastic rule. It felt good that efforts to minimize the plastic usage are strictly followed here.

However, tourists are often careless. I have seen trash floating on the ocean. People throwing water bottles, cold drink bottles, wrappers all into the ocean. These people need to understand that the ocean is not our dumping ground. But other people cared enough to look for dustbin even for the tiniest bit of a waste.

In terms of safety measures and solo trips, Andaman is qualified enough to make your list. It is safe, people are friendly and also helpful. Scamming is everywhere in the world and there are few in Andaman too, so you need to be careful. Other than that tanning is the only problem you might have to deal with if you forget your sunscreen.

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Hi ..nice trip in budget ..but can you give some intro about hotels where you stayed at where portblair, neil island and Havelock , If by chance you didn't get government ferry tickets ,how did you plan your accommodation , as u already said u have booked hotels . Can you let me know how to book ferry tickets online also . Thanks In advance

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Complete guide to a trip to Andaman with budget and itinerary for a week

To see a turquoise blue sea, to walk on a clean white sand beach, to experience underwater life and to have one of the best trips of your life, visit Andaman.

This short yet complete guide will help you plan your trip to Andaman and give you a gist of places to visit and the budget to set for a memorable trip to Andaman.

Table of Contents

How to reach Andaman

Direct flights are available from major Indian cities to Port Blair (capital city of Andaman).

We took a flight from Delhi to Kolkata and then a connecting flight from Kolkata to Port Blair.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Reach Port Blair from Delhi

Day 2 :  Reach Havelock Island and Explore it

Day 3 : Scuba Diving and Explore Havelock Island

Day 4 : Early morning water activities in Havelock Island and reach Neil Island

Day 5: Explore Neil Island and in the evening reach Port Blair

Day 6 : Explore Port Blair

Day 7 : Back to Delhi

Best Time to go to Andaman

The season of Andaman is from October to May. January to April is considered as the best time to visit Andaman due to pleasant weather.

We visited Andaman in February 2021. The weather was pleasant and less humid. All water activities were open for tourists.

Budget for a 7 days 6 Nights Trip to Andaman

Accommodation.

We stayed for 3 Nights in Harriet View B&B in Port Blair, 2 nights in Blue Bird Resort in Havelock Island & 1 night in Laxmi Residency Resort in Neil Island.

Harriet View B&B in Port Blair and Blue Bird Resort in Havelock Island range in between INR 4000–6000 per day and Laxmi Residency Resort range in between INR 2000 – 3000 per day depending on the season.

So, for a 7 days 6 nights trip to Andaman, expect to spend around INR 25000 (for two people) on accommodation if you choose your stays in the similar range.

If you are on budget, you can book your stays online in the range of INR 2000 – INR 3000 per day. For good price of a property, prebook your stays at least 2 months in advance.

You can hire a taxi or rent a bike/scooty for roaming around in Andaman. We hired a scooty at every destination in Andaman. Renting a scooty cost around INR 500 (depends on the season as well) per day plus the fuel cost.

Also, ferry is the only way to travel to and fro Port Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island. Government ferry cost around INR 650 per person and private ferry INR 1200 – 1500 per person. In total 3 ferry rides are required if you are visiting Havelock and Neil Island.

So, for 7 days expect to spend around INR 6500 – 8000 (for two people) for private ferry and INR 4000 for Government ferry.

If you are on a budget, you can easily get a vegetarian Thali in INR 150 – 250 per person in Andaman. And if you are a foodie and love exploring cafes/ restaurants, expect to spend around INR 1000 per meal for two people.

We had the breakfast included in the package of our hotels.

So, for 7 days, expect to spend around INR 6000 – 9000 (for two people) on food in Andaman.

There are plenty of water activities in Andaman. We did Jet Skiing in Portblair, SCUBA, Sea Walk, Kayaking and Snorkeling in Havelock Island and Snorkeling in Neil Island. The cost of these activities(per person) are as under:-

Jet Skiing – INR 600

SCUBA Diving – INR 3500 to 6500

Snorkelling in Havelock Island – INR 1000 (plus underwater camera charges)

Snorkelling in Neil Island – INR 1500

SEA Walk in Havelock Island – INR 3500

Kayaking in Havelock Island – INR 4000

Water park in Portblair – INR 600

So, expect to spend around INR 15K to 20K (per person) if you choose to do the activities that we did. You can also skip any of these or add more depending on your budget.

Booking a ferry in Andaman

Sea ferry is the only way to travel in between islands in Andaman. There are two kind of ferries, Government Ferry and Private Ferry. Private ferries are booked online.

For booking Government ferry, you have to fill a form and submit it in DC office, a day prior to your visit. The forms and details are available with the accommodations.

We used Government ferries to travel from Port Blair to Havelock Island, Havelock Island to Neil Island and from Neil Island to Port Blair.

Reach out to your place of stay in Port Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island for booking ferries.

Day by Day breakdown for a trip to Andaman

Day 1 : reach portblair.

• We took a late night flight from Delhi, and reached Port Blair early in the morning.
• Check in your hotel in Port Blair. We stayed in Harriet View BnB. It is a BnB with homely environment and luxury no less than a five-star hotel. Needless to say we loved this stay a bit too much for its amazing food, friendly host and comfortable rooms.You can book the rooms online or call Mr. Sameer @ +91-9933253858
• Rent a scooty/ bike and set out to explore Mount Harriet National Park, Corbyn’s Cove Beach, Marina Park.You can rent it from Rehman Bhai @ +91-9933263099
• You can have dinner at rooftop restaurant Amaya Restro of Sea Shell Hotel. They have an open kitchen and really nice rooftop setup. Their food taste delicious.
• We had breakfast and lunch at our hotel only, as we really liked their food.

Note : – There are many things to explore in Portblair but we saved it for the last leg of the journey. Alternatively, you can explore Port Blair first, before moving to the islands.

Day 2 : Early Morning Ferry to Havelock Island

• Reach Havelock Island and Check in your hotel. We stayed in Blue Bird Resort. It is in the main market of Havelock and a few other destinations in Havelock. Made up of traditional bamboo hut cottages, it is an eco friendly, comfortable stay. The staff here is always ready to help. You can book the rooms online or call Mr. Nir @ +91-9474255735
• Visit Radha Nagar Beach. Do try the beach side stalls for some amazing snacks.
• Go for Kayaking in the evening. We did Kayaking with Aqua Knight Kayaking. You can contact Baisakhi @ +91-9531878431
• Dinner at Anju Coco Restaurant (it is just next to the Blue Bird Resort)

Day 3 : The SCUBA Day

• Sunrise at Kala Pather Beach and ride upto Kala Pather Basti. The shoreline of the beach is long. Do walk and you will find yourself secluded in the pristine beauty.
• SCUBA Diving. Andaman is the best place in India to do SCUBA Diving. And it is a must try experience. We did it with Island Divers. You can Mr. Sujoy @ +91-9531863668 to book your SCUBA with them.
• Sunset at Radha Nagar Beach. You can also visit Barefoot Scuba Resort at Radhanagar Beach and have dinner at their restaurant.

Day 4 Morning

• Trek upto Elephant Beach. We reached the starting point of the trek and hired a guide from there. The guide charges around INR 1000 and can be booked from the starting point of the trek.
• We did Snorkeling and Sea Walk at Elephant beach.There are other water activities like speed boat, Jet Skiing, Banana ride etc as well.

Note :- If you do not want to trek, you can also reach Elephant beach via boat from Havelock Jetty. And if you are going by boat, Snorkeling is complementary as they say. But it is not the best experience as they won’t take you upto the real beauty.  Do buy a ticket for Snorkeling for the best experience.

Day 4 Evening

• Take a Ferry from Havelock to Neil Island.
• Check in your hotel. We stayed in Laxmi Continental Resort.It is a nice and comfortable stay. They also provide free taxi service from Neil Jetty upto the resort. Just let them know in advance. You can book your stay with them online or contact them @ +91 – 9933292967
• Watch the Sunset at Laxmanpur I Beach and try the crisp beach side snacks.
• Dinner at reafers/ Bohemian café.

Day 5 Morning : Exploring Neil Island

• Sunrise at Sitapur Beach
• Do Snorkeling in Neil at Bharatpur Beach. We did it with Scuba Yogi. You can reach out to them @+91-9474250510
• Visit Natural bridges at Laxmanpur II beach.
• Lunch at Bharatpur beach at the food stalls.
• Catch afternoon Ferry to port Blair

Day 5 Evening : Reaching Port Blair

• Reach port Blairin the evening.
• Visit the Light &sound show atCellular Jail (You have to make the prior bookings online for this, contact your place of stay for further information)
• Dinner at Lalaji Bay Restaurant.

Day 6 : Explore Portblair

• Visit Ross island. For this catch a ferry from Water Sports Complex in Portblair.
• Sunset at Chidiya Tapu (around 17 kms from Port Blair). We went there on our scooty.
• Dinner at Icy Spicy in Portblair.

Day 7 : Sunrise in Portblair and Journey back home

• Sunrise at Wandoor beach (around 20 kms from portblair). We went there on our rented scooty.
• End the trip with a fun activity at water park at Water Sports Complex in Port Blair.
• Flight back home.

Videos of our Journey in Andaman

If you want a visual experience of our journey in Andaman. Do check out our Andaman Travel Series on youtube.

We used Gopro Hero 7 and Google Pixel 3a XL phone to shoot our videos.

Hope this article helps you in planning a memorable trip to Andaman. Do let us know in the comments.

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Andaman Trip – Your Complete Travel Guide

Andaman & Nicobar

Last Updated on: Jul 16, 2017  

About this blog: Pristine beaches, clear blue waters and exquisite marine life – This is what we thought before travelling to Andaman. What we got after our visit was much more. This blog is a complete and comprehensive travel guide for planning an Andaman trip. This Andaman Travel Guide has tips for best places to visit in Andaman, best things to do and other important travel information. Read on to know more.

Andaman is a wonder of nature. This archipelago provides a lot of attractions for tourists and backpackers alike. Andaman has some of the best beaches, most virgin natural trails and mesmerising sunsets. The place also has an interesting history and all these reasons were enough for us to plan an Andaman trip.

We had always been keener on visiting the mountains. So Andaman, the sea and beaches were quite fresh and lovely for us.

About Andaman & Nicobar Island

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands comprises 572 islands that lie at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea. Out of these 572 islands, only about 38 are inhabited. The Andaman group is separated from the Nicobar group by a 150 km wide channel known as the Ten Degree Channel.

The Andaman group has 325 islands while the Nicobar group has only 24 islands. North, middle and South Andaman are collectively known as the Great Andaman. The islands include Landfall Island, Interview Island, the Sentinel Islands, Ritchie’s Archipelago, Rutland Island and Little Andaman in the south, which is separated from the Nicobar group of islands by the Ten Degree Channel.

The main islands of the Nicobar group are Car Nicobar in the North, Camorta, Katchall and Nancowry in the centre and Great Nicobar in the south.

Interestingly, Andaman Island is closer to Myanmar (190 km) and Sumatra (150 km) in Indonesia than it is to mainland India (almost 1200 km).

The islands are quite unexplored mainly due to the distance and accessibility from the mainland. And that is where the beauty of the place lies.

History of Andaman

Usually, before visiting any place, we look at the history of the place. It helps us to understand the place and people better. Andaman trip was no exception. While delving into the history of the place, I did find out some interesting facts.

That Andaman was a British penal settlement in the colonial era is known to all, but the place seems to have historic evidence older than that period.

• It is not actually known when the first inhabitants came to this group of islands. It is believed that Andaman had a population over 30,000 years ago. The earliest archaeological evidence dates back to 2,200 years ago.
• In between 1014 to 1042 AD, King Rajendra Chola I of the Chola Dynasty was the first one to colonize these islands and formed a naval base to launch expeditions against the Sriwijaya Empire of Indonesia.
• Later the islands came under Danish East India Company and were under them till 1868. Finally, these islands were purchased by the British East India Company in 1869 and they later formed a penal settlement in these islands.

Top Places to visit in Andaman Trip

We realized in our Andaman trip that the place is a delight for both conventional tourists and backpackers alike. The list of places to visit in Andaman is quite a long one, but all these are worth your time. We will start with the conventional places and then go to the offbeat ones.

1. Port Blair

Port Blair is the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Also the largest town, it is also the entry point for all the other islands. So in all probability your trip will start from here.

There are a few places of interest in the town like the Cellular Jail , Samudrika Marine Museum, and water sports complex among others. And if you want to visit a beach, you can head towards the Corbyn’s Cove Beach. You can also enjoy water sports here.

Things to do in Port Blair

• Visit the Cellular Jail to see and understand the struggle of the freedom fighters who were sent to this penal settlement for serving punishment. Do not miss the light and sound show in the evening. . It shows the story of the India freedom fighters and how India got independence through the light and sound show.
• Visit the Samudrika marine museum, water sports complex to enjoy water sports.
• Visit the Corbyn’s Cove to get a vibe of the beach.

Day Trips from Port Blair

There are a number of day trips that you can do from Port Blair, all of them special in their own. If you have adequate time, you can do all of them, otherwise choose according to your preference.

Chidiya Tapu

Chidiya Tapu is around 30 km from Port Blair and the place is famous for its sunset and bird watching. You can make a day trip from Port Blair to Chidiya Tapu.

Wandoor Beach and Jolly Buoy Island

These 2 places can also be covered on a day trip from Port Blair. Jolly Buoy Island is a part of Mahatma Gandhi National Park and the place is famous for its crystal clear water and underwater coral reefs. Boats to Jolly Buoy start at 9 am in the morning from Wandoor and come back by 3 pm. So, if you are planning to take a ride to Jolly Buoy, please reach Wandoor before 9 am.

Chatham Saw Mill

Chatham Saw Mill is the oldest and largest sawmill in Asia. But this is not the only reason that you should visit the sawmill. The history of the mill starts from the time when Lt. Archibald Blair landed at Port Blair in 1789 to establish a British settlement there, more so as a deportation centre for the convicts. The sawmill was earlier used to cater to the needs of the west.

Mill Timings: 8.00 AM to 2.30 PM except for Mondays and Thursdays.

North Bay Island

Take day trips to North Bay Island and Ross Island. North Bay Island is known for water sports. You can do scuba diving, snorkelling, jet ski, sea walk and speed boat ride here. The island is an hour ferry ride from Port Blair Jetty.

2. Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Dweep)

Ross Island is another place that will leave you spellbound. This island was the erstwhile capital of Andaman until 1941 when an earthquake destroyed the island. Ross Island was the headquarters of the Indian Penal Settlement for nearly 80 years.

The island had markets, bakery, stores, workshop, water distillation plant, church, tennis court, printing press, secretariat, hospital, cemetery, open air theatre and others. Today, everything has disappeared except some old dilapidated buildings, which housed some of these landmarks.

Usually, North Bay Island and Ross Island tour is done together in a day .

3. Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)

Havelock Island is the most popular island and also receives the highest footfall of tourists and will be a highlight of your Andaman trip. Havelock boasts of beautiful and pristine beaches, turquoise sea and some of the best diving sites in South Asia. 

Radhanagar Beach is considered one of the most beautiful beaches of Asia. You can rent a motorbike or scooty like we did and explore the island. We recommend you to spend at least 2 nights at Havelock Island. Havelock Island is also a backpackers’ delight.

Things to do in Havelock Island

• Visit and enjoy a great time on the beautiful beaches of Havelock Island. Visit the Radhanagar Beach during the sunset and Kalapathar beach during the sunrise. Other beaches are Vijaynagar beach and Govindnagar Beach.
• Go for scuba diving. As already mentioned Havelock has some of the best diving sites in South Asia. It is better to take a dive from the diving schools that are near Beach no 3 & 4.
• Laze around the Elephant Beach. Elephant Beach is about 20 minutes boat ride from Havelock Island. With white sand and beautiful coral reefs, the place is an absolute winner. Also, you can indulge in water sports like snorkelling, sea walk and glass-bottom boat ride here.
• You can also trek to the Elephant Beach from Radhanagar village.

Planning to visit Havelock Island? Here is a complete Guide to Havelock Island with all the details.

4. Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)

This beautiful island is a backpacker’s paradise. The turquoise blue sea waters and golden sandy beaches are a treat to the eyes. Apart from the pristine beaches, there is also a natural bridge at Neil Island. Shaheed Dweep or Neil Island is a small island and you can explore the entire island in a day on a two-wheeler. Like in Havelock, you can hire a motorbike or scooty here too and explore the island.

A visit to Neil Island or Shaheed Dweep can be done in a day trip, but staying for a night is highly recommended. Neil Island was our favourite place in the entire Andaman trip.

Places to visit in Neil Island

Visit the beautiful beaches of Neil – Bharatpur Beach, Sitapur Beach, Laxmanpur Beach and the natural Beach.

At Bharatpur Beach, you will find a diving centre. You can go scuba diving, glass bottom boat ride and snorkeling here as well.

5. Baratang Island

Baratang Island is situated between South and Middle Island. It has beautiful beaches, mangrove creeks, limestone caves and mud volcanoes. Baratang Island is about 100 km from Port Blair and it takes almost 5 hours to reach and the conditions of the road are quite poor. We are not discouraging, but visit this place only if you like to explore the unknown and are not intimidated by long hours and poor conditions of the journey.

Please note that you will need a permit to visit the limestone caves.

6. Diglipur and North Andaman

This is perhaps the best-kept secret of Andaman trip. North Andaman is yet an unexplored region of the island. It takes almost 12 hours to reach Diglipur by road from Port Blair. But once you are there, you will be mesmerised by the virgin beauty of the place.

Places to visit in Diglipur

Ross and Smith Island

Ross & Smith islands are actually two islands – Ross & Smith joined together by a sand bar to make a single group of islands. The water is crystal clear and the sand bar appears during low tide. During the high tide, the sand bar disappears leaving a trail of water between the two islands.

Lamiya Bay Beach: Lamiya Bay beach marks the foothill of the Saddle Peak, the highest peak in North Andaman.

Mud Volcano at Shyamnagar & Limestone cave at Diglipur: Like in Baratang, you will see mud volcanoes in Shyamnagar in North Andaman. Limestone caves in Diglipur are also known as Alfred caves and located near Ramnagar Beach.

Andaman Travel Guide

How to reach andaman.

Port Blair is the gateway to Andaman. You can reach Port Blair either by flight or ship.

By Air: You will get flights to Andaman from all the major cities of India.

By Ship: If you wish to experience the life at the seas, then you can reach Port Blair by ships that are available from Kolkata, Chennai and Vishakapatnam. It usually takes 4 days to reach Port Blair.

Flights are thus the easiest and convenient option of getting to Andaman.

Island Hopping: How to get around on an Andaman Trip?

Once you are at Andaman, you cannot escape island hopping. There are two types of trips.

Islands for Day Trips

These islands are nearer to Port Blair and you can make a day trip to these islands. Simply head towards the Aberdeen Jetty and pick up an Andaman tour packages operator to make your bookings instantly for  Andaman Honeymoon Packages  as well. Your hotels can also do the bookings for you. Ross Island, North Bay Island, Jolly Buoy Islands are some of these islands where you can make a day trip.

Islands for Night Stay

If you want to visit the Havelock and Neil Island, then you have to go to the Phoenix Bay Jetty . There are Government boats as well as private operators. You cannot pre-book in a government boat. You have to stand in a queue in the morning to book your tickets. Among the private operators, Makruzz is the best.

We had travelled in both the government ships and Makruzz. Very obviously, Makruzz is faster than the government counterparts, but what I liked in the government ferry is that you can simply roam about everywhere in the ferry and can enjoy on the deck watching the endless blue seas.

How to get around within the islands?

You can hire 2 wheelers at both Havelock and Neil Island to explore the places. Also, you can get cabs if you travelling greater distances. We had hired a scooty at both Havelock and Neil Island to move around.

Some amazing things to do in Andaman

Water sports in andaman.

Andaman is heaven for water sports. Bestowed with beautiful coral reefs and clear waters, the archipelago boasts of the best underwater activities. You can go scuba diving, snorkelling and sea walking. For water sports like jet ski ride, banana boat etc, North Bay Island is a good place. You can also do scuba diving and snorkelling here. But we would recommend you to scuba dive either in Havelock Island or Neil Island.

Scuba Diving in Andaman

Andaman has some of the best diving sites in the country and this we have been reiterating for long. Well, it is not without reason, because the beautiful coral reefs and marine life is simply amazing. For Scuba Diving in Andaman , we will recommend Havelock and Neil Island.

If you are doing scuba at Havelock, don’t do it at Elephant Beach, but do it at the diving sites near Beach No. 3 & 4. There are a number of operators and you can take a pick. We had done with Barefoot Scuba in Andaman. For Scuba diving, don’t forget to take the guidance of certified PADI instructors.

Where to stay in Andaman?

Andaman has plenty of options for hotels and in all possible budgets. For your trip to Andaman, we would recommend you to stop for the night at Port Blair and Havelock Island. If time permits, spend one night at Neil Island too. Both Port Blair and Havelock has a lot of options. Diglipur and North Andaman have relatively lesser options. Sio it would not be a bad idea to book beforehand.

Camping at the beaches is not allowed at Andaman unless the resorts arrange it with permission.

What to eat in Andaman?

While at Andaman, it will be a sin not to try the seafood. At Havelock, you will find some great food at Barefoot Bar and Restaurant, Full Moon Café, Black Beard’s Bistro, Red Snapper and Anju-Coco Resto. Neil Island has very limited options in regards to food.

Is any permit required for Andaman Trip?

Indian nationals do not require a permit for visit to Andaman.

For Foreign Nationals

All foreign nationals required a RAP (Restricted Area Permit) to visit the Andaman Nicobar Islands, which is easily available on arrival at Port Blair by flight or ship from the Immigration Authorities for 30 days subject to availability of valid visa. This is extendable for another 15 days in certain cases with permission and the delegated authority to extend permission is the Superintendent of Police, FRO/CID, Port Blair.

The Restricted Area Permit can also be obtained from the Indian Missions overseas and also from the Foreigners Registration Offices at New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata and from the Immigration Authorities at the Airport of New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata.

Recently, to promote tourism in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, foreign tourists will not require RAP for visiting the following 30 Islands in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands:

(1) East Island (2) North Andaman (3) Smith Island (4) Curfew Island (5) Stewart Island (6) Landfall Island (7) Aves Island (8) Middle Andaman (9) Long Island (10) Strait Island (11) North Passage (12) Baratang (13) South Andaman (14) Havelock Island or Swaraj Dweep (15) Neil Island or Shaheed Dweep (16) Flat Bay (17) North Sentinel Island (18) Little Andaman (19) Chowra (20) Tillang Chong Island (21) Teressa (22) Katchal (23)Nancowry (24) Kamorta (25) Pulomilo (26) Great Nicobar (27) Little Nicobar(28) Narcondum Island (29) Interview Island and (30) Viper Island (Day visit only).

Visiting the tribal areas is strictly forbidden for both Indians and foreigners. So if anyone is trying to sell such Andaman trip, refuse.

What is the best time to visit Andaman?

Andaman can be visited throughout the year. However, the best season of the island is from mid-November to early March. This is considered to be the best season to visit Andaman.

Network and wifi

Although you will get mobile services, the data connection at Andaman is very poor. Internet and wifi services are quite bad here. Both Neil and Havelock Islands had very poor mobile network connection also. So enjoy the place without internet and wifi. We were quite happy to spend a few days without these so-called “essentials”.

ATMs in Andaman

You will find a number of ATMs in Port Blair. Havelock too has a few ATMs near Beach No 1 or the Jetty. There are a couple of ATMs in both Neil Island and Diglipur. It is better to carry cash with you while travelling to Neil and Diglipur.

Is it safe to travel in Andaman?

Yes, Andaman is quite safe to travel. The island is quite a peaceful place with not many instances of problems of safety. Of late, the news of the death Christian missionary in North Sentinel Island has been going around. Be aware that a few aboriginal tribes have their home in the remote islands of Andaman & Nicobar and they have kept themselves distant from the civilization. They do not take intrusion in their land and life lightly. So as travellers, we would request you not to visit the tribal areas without a guide. Also, most of the tribal areas are strictly forbidden for both Indians and foreigners.

Secondly, do keep in mind about the safety measures at the sea. Do not go out to swim all alone even if you are a great swimmer. Also please adhere to your instructor or trainer while scuba diving and snorkeling. Stay safe and have a great trip.

Andaman Trip (FAQs Answered)

The best way to reach Andaman is by flight. There are direct flights to Port Blair in Andaman from Kolkata, Chennai and Bengaluru. It takes about 2.5 hours to reach. Connecting flights are available from other cities as well.

Andaman Island is known for its tranquil sea, pristine beaches, beautiful islands and water sports. Scuba Diving and snorkeling are quite well known water sports in Andaman. Havelock and Neil Islands are two best islands to visit in Andaman.

The best time to visit Andaman is between the months of October and May. During this time, the weather remains pleasant and well suited for adventure and outdoor activities.

Andaman is quite safe for both Indian and foreign tourists. The island is quite peaceful and there are hardly instances of safety and security. However, be careful while going for water sports.

5N/6D are enough to visit the main attractions during your Andaman trip. It will cover almost all the main sightseeing activities. However, if you want to explore all the tourist islands at leisure, then 9N/10D will be good.

Both Government and Private cruises are available in Andaman to get around the islands. Markuzz is one of the best cruises in Andaman. You can book your cruise tickets online.

The best things to buy in Andaman are seashell items, fishbone articles, jute items, Nicobari Mats, bamboo and cane handicrafts. You can also buy Pearl jewellery, ornaments made from shells, coconut carved decoration items, sarongs, hats, jute bags and spices as well.

It is better to obtain a receipt and keep them with you while buying expensive items from Andaman. These receipts are often inspected during checking-out at the airport.

It is better to wear light cotton clothes on an Andaman trip. Do carry your sunglasses, hat or cap, sunblocks and sunscreens to save from the sun. For shoes, it is better to wear flip flops, slippers and light open shoes. For water sports, carry your swimwear.

That is all from our side for your visit to Andaman. Book your tickets to Andaman for enjoying the most memorable experience. Believe me, visiting this beautiful island and discovering its secrets is going to be quite exciting! If you like the post, please let us know by commenting below. And share the post with your families and friends. Pin it for a later read.

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Yet to plan a trip to the Andamans. I have been reading wonderful things about all the offbeat places in Andamans, and am so inspired to go.

just gorgeous. i’ve heard so much about India’s beautiful untold beaches, this definitely proves it.

So detailed. Thumbs up. I’d been to Indian before but not Andaman. I’d probably try this place next time. Hope I catch as much fun as I am dreaming of while reading the post

Thanks for all these useful information! andaman is in my to do list for long!

I’ve been wanting to go to Ross Island and Havelock island! Good to have more information about other places like Baratang Island and Chatham Sawmill. Thanks for the practical information reg places to stay and flight details.

I am overwhelmed with so many activities that can be done there! I am pretty sure I will for snorkeling. DId you go for snorkeling or diving there?

This is quite a comprehensive post about Andaman islands. Frankly, I didn’t know that it would take 4 days to reach Port Blair by ship. Woow! I am planning to visit Andaman soon and I shall definitely start with this article.

Wow! so detailed and attractive article! Islands are dreams I have in my bones; probably because the hills of my place were Islands in the ancient eras. We found big shells and also a complete whale skeleton in our soil! Very inspiring article thanks for sharing! And also the sentence ““We believe in being wings to each other and travelling helps us in doing so.” is so sweet !

Looks amazing there! I absolutely love the rock bridge, it looks like something that might not stand there forever so you were lucky to see it. Nature is wonderful when it gives us places like these. Hopefully I get to visit someday!

I didn’t know anything about Andaman but you’ve given me a real education – I love it! I really want a chilled out break somewhere beautiful and I feel like this could be the place. Looks like there is plenty to do and see!

This looks so, so pretty! It would be so much fun spending a couple of days island hopping. We would definitely spend some time on all of the different boats!

Hey this is an amazing article. Thanks for such valuable information 🙂

Hi Backpackers, that’s a great read and useful information for such adventure trip. Even I have travelled to Andaman recently.

Thanks for writing this down. This has helped me a lot.

Great guide. thanks for providing us this informative guide.

Andaman is the favourite place for honeymooners also. Good job.

Just wow !! Beautifully organised blog I must say … And I loved the every small details you mentioned in the blog … Cheers to you both Agni & Amrita … Going to read your Mizoram one and will get back to you guys in help planning the adventure …

Thank you so much! Glad that our blog could be helpful to you. Mizoram is a wonderful place. Reach out to us for any help with your Mizoram Trip. 🙂

Hello Agni & Amrita. I really appreciate your piece of writing. Andaman is the beautiful place to offer from marine life to beaches. Even I am planning to visit Andaman place in the next month. After reading your amazing blog get more excited to travel Andaman. Thanks for sharing all information about the Andaman. Can you tell me the budget for this place?

Very nice article. Helped me a lot.

I am visiting andaman next week :

1. Glass bottom ride , sea walk is better in port blair or havelock ?

2. What are the charges for sea walk / glass bottom ride ?

3. If I rent a scooter at port blair / havelock will the ride be hot during day time ?

4. Is advance booking needed for any of the above?

Please reply at the earliest

Sea walk is better in Havelock Island/ Sea walk charges will be around INR 3000-4000 per head. Though we are not sure about the exact charges now. Days will be sunny. I dont think it will be that hot in February. No advance booking is needed. Hope these answers your queries.

Thanks for your quick and helpful reply.

My Question:: Glass bottom ride will be better in Port blair or Havelock ?

Thanks in advance.

Havelock, definitely!

Detailed description of the travel. Nice post

Thanks what a great blog, I ner knew what a lovely place the Andaman Islands are, the beaches look fabulous and the water is so clear, will definitely put it on my places to visit.

very well written!!!! Can you please enlighten me with some offbeat destinations in the islands?

Wholesome knowledge about A & N tour

What may be the expenses for 6days trip please inform me

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Hello Guys, Very detailed information regarding Andaman travel. I am planning to travel in Jan 21. By any chance you have any recommendations for hotel booking for these islands? Must be pre-booked or we can book once we arrive at the location? Thanks a lot .

Thank you Neha for your comment. It is better to pre-book now. Hope you have a lovely trip.

Hello This blog contains a piece of detailed information and is helpful for me, and now I am supposed to go and enjoy my weekend at Andaman. Thanks for such a great information

Thank you so much for your kind words.

Thank you so much for sharing all this wonderful info with us. It is so appreciated.

Thank you so much!

Nice blog author. Thank you for your share. Keep it up.

This is a wonderful informative article. What’s the ideal # of days I should go for? And if I have only 4 days to spend at those islands (not including travel days), where should I go? Do you recommend any resort or place to stay?

Thank you so much. One week in Andaman is good to cover all. If you have 4 days only, spend 2 days in Port Blair, 1 in havelock and 1 in Neil Island.

This blog is really helpfull.

Nice..! It was great article, Thanks for sharing it.

Thank you for sharing such helpful blog.

Great article thanks for shared it.

Your blog is so useful author. Thank you. Keep it up.

Thanks for this information. It will be a great help for the reader who is planning to visit Andaman.

Thank you for sharing this information. This guide is very helpful in planning my Andaman trip. I appreciate the detailed insights and tips provided, as well as the comprehensive coverage of attractions, activities, and accommodations. It’s great to have all the essential information in one place. I’m looking forward to experiencing the beauty of Andaman with the help of this guide.

Hello Agni & Amrita

Thanks for this nice article – very helpful!

I wonder if it’s necessary to book flights from Chennai to Port Blair in advance (December/January) or are there always some seats left?

Hey Alex, thanks for reading our blog. We usually book our flight tickets 1 to 2 weeks in advance (not months!). But usually and hopefully, you will get tickets from Chennai at shorter notice as well. However, prices can be steeper at short notice. Hope this helps. If you have any more queries, please drop us a mail. Thanks again!

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A (2024) guide to plan a trip to Andaman (with insider tips)

With its phenomenal beaches, mesmerizing nature trails, stunning sunsets, and elaborate history, Andaman and Nicobar Islands is one place that had me bowled over. Located in the Bay of Bengal, some of the beaches in Andamans like the Radhanagar beach, have made it to various lists of the World’s best beaches . In fact, it is currently, one of the Blue Flag beaches in India . I have been quite vocal in recommending an Andaman trip plan for families, honeymoon couples and even solo trips. I am very confident that it will never disappoint but delight all those who head there.

Tucked away from the Indian Mainland, this archipelago of islands is still quite unexplored for a lot of reasons – the distance and the accessibility being two key ones. The place is a bit of a laggard in terms of development as compared to the bigger cities of India. However, personally, I feel that is where the charm of this Union Territory of India lies. This also, means that you need to be extra-prepared if you plan to a trip to Andaman.

Here is my travel guide to the Andaman that promises to help you with your trip – right from how to get here to staying, conveyance, restricted area permits (RAP), guidelines and the best time to visit . I have covered the best Andaman islands and how you can shuttle between them. There is a complete section on the best places to visit in Andaman .  In short, these tips are going to be perfect to get your Andaman tour plan going!

So let’s get started with a quick introduction and history of Andamans

Quick links for your Andaman trip

I have shared some useful resources and links in this section of my Andaman and Nicobar travel guide. These will help you do some quick online bookings for your trip to Andamans.

• Booking.com  has several good Andaman hotels, resorts and B&Bs listed on their site. You could use  this link  to browse and book the same. These are across Port Blair, Havelock island and Neil Island
• Scuba Diving For Beginners Or Non Swimmers on Havelock Island
• Boat Scuba Diving at Neil Island
• Andaman FlyAir Parasailing in Port Blair
• Baratang Island LimeStone Caves
• Kayaking Mangrove Adventure at Havelock
• For any of your travel needs or general shopping, consider using  Amazon  through  this link.
• 1 Where is the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India?
• 2 Brief history of Andamans
• 3 Facts about Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
• 4.1 What is the best way to reach Andaman?
• 4.2 What is the best time to visit Andaman Nicobar?
• 4.3 Andaman travel guidelines and permits
• 4.4.1 Best stay islands to be included in your Andamans trip plan
• 4.4.2 Andaman tour plan for the day trip islands  
• 4.5 Where to stay in the Andamans? (Hotels in Andamans)
• 4.6 How to go around on the islands in Andaman? (Conveyance and transport)
• 4.7 What to eat in Andamans?
• 4.8 Mobile connectivity and Wi- Fi – an essential tip in the travel guide to Andaman.
• 4.9 Paying for various activities in Andamans
• 4.10.1 Port Blair
• 4.10.2 Chidiya Tapu
• 4.10.3 Ross Island or Subhash Chandra Bose Island
• 4.10.4 North Bay island
• 4.10.5 Chatham Mills
• 4.10.6 Jolly Buoy Island
• 4.10.7 Baratang Island
• 4.10.8 Ross and Smith Islands in North Andamans
• 4.10.9 Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)
• 4.10.10 Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
• 4.11 Water sports in Andamans
• 4.12 What to pack for your Andaman trip?
• 4.13 What kind of Andaman Travel Package is available for planning a trip? And should you go for one?
• 5.1 Is it safe to travel to Andamans?
• 5.2 Are there any direct Mumbai to Andaman and Nicobar Islands flights?
• 5.3 How many days are enough for Andaman?
• 5.4 Can I plan an Andaman trip on my own?
• 5.5 How many islands are there in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
• 5.6 Are UPI payments accepted in Andamans?

Where is the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India?

These islands are one of the eight union territories of India and are located in the Bay of Bengal. The group of islands is around 1300 km east of the Indian mainland.

Brief history of Andamans

There is archaeological evidence that these Indian islands have been inhabited for over 2,200 years. In fact, there are studies that trace the original human inhabitation to the current indigenous tribes of Andamans including the Andamanese, Nicobarese, and Shompen . However, there is nothing very significant in terms of historical events known about them.

The strategic location of these islands had made it an important naval point for many Indian rulers like the Chola dynasty . There are mentions of Ma-Nakkavaram or the great naked islands in some of the inscriptions found in Thanjavu r. King Rajendra Chola II in fact, used the islands to launch an attack against the Indonesian Srivijaya empire.

It was finally occupied by the Europeans in 1755 with the Danish East India Company taking it over. The British East India Company later, took over in 1789. They colonized it – first at Chatham Island and later moving it to Port Blair in 1858. This was the place used for the exile of the Indian freedom fighters during the Indian independence movement.

World War II saw a brief change of power when the Japanese took over. Later, the islands were returned to British control in 1945 and finally, transferred to India in 1950. Today, it is one of the eight Union territories of India and also, one of the best-kept secrets for travelers.

Facts about Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

It would not be wrong to say that this Indian archipelago is quite enigmatic. Most travelers to India do not even consider it for a visit and for the ones in India, not much is known. Here are some interesting Andaman and Nicobar Islands information that will help familiarize you with the place. These Andaman facts will also, increase the wanderlust quotient.

• Do you know how many islands are there in Andaman and Nicobar archipelago? Well, there are 571 islands of which only 37 are inhabited by humans. They are broadly classified into North and Middle Andaman islands, South Andaman and Nicobar islands. The Andaman group is separated from the Nicobar group by the Ten Degree Channel.
• Andaman and Nicobar islands also, finds a mention in the accounts of Marco Polo. He called the Nicobar as Necuverann while the Tamil rulers called it Nakkavaram .
• The names – Andaman and Nicobar are believed to have originated from the Malay language . Andaman is derived from Handuman – the name for Lord Hanuman while Nicobar is said to have come in from Nakkavaram (the Tamil name).
• One of the oldest and the most isolated tribes in the world – Sentinelese live on the North Sentinel island. They are not fond of humans and tend to shoot down visitors who attempt to land there. It is believed that there are 300 of them and they have lived here for almost 60,000 years. Definitely not one of those places to visit in Andamans 😉
• India’s only active volcano is on Barren Island which is a part of Andamans.
• The old Indian Rupee 20 has a picture of the Andaman Islands on it.
• Nicobar Islands is the nesting ground for the World’s largest turtles – The Leatherback turtles.
• Nicobar Islands also, yields a rare fruit called Pandunus or Nicobar Breadfruit . Not only is the fruit edible but parts of the plant are used for construction, mats and even a bathing brush.
• Have you heard of the Coconut crabs? They are the World’s largest crabs and are found in Andamans. These huge creatures are also called as Robber crabs.
• Last but not the least – the islands are actually closer to the Sumatra Islands in Indonesia (150 km) than the Indian mainland. They are also closer to Myanmar or Burma, just 180 km.

I bet now, you are raring to go and plan your trip to Andamans. Let’s get on with some practical information on the Andaman and Nicobar tourism to help you with that.

Tips to plan a trip to Andaman and Nicobar Islands

What is the best way to reach andaman.

Let’s begin the main section of this Andaman and Nicobar travel guide with the best way to get to this Union territory of India. Port Blair is the headquartre or capital of this archipelago with its own airport and port. Earlier there were two ways to get to Port Blair – by flight or by ship . However, now the Andaman travel by ship has become almost nil and there is no alternative but to take a flight to the Veer Savarkar airport in Port Blair.

There are now direct flights from Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Kolkata to Port Blair. Having said that I must warn you that there are limited flights to Port Blair and the air tickets for the same need to be booked well in advance to beat the last-minute exorbitant rates. Chennai and Kolkata have the maximum flights to Port Blair.

There are not many Andaman and Nicobar flights from Delhi and Mumbai. You might find one weekly direct flight but the rest are all flights with a layover.

To boost Andaman and Nicobar tourism, there are always additional special flights during the peak seasons – October to May . I would recommend keeping a price alert on these flights so that you can grab the best deal on the airfare, especially if there is a sale going on.

What is the best time to visit Andaman Nicobar?

October to February is generally considered the best time to visit Andamans. This is when the weather is cooler and you can enjoy the gentle waves of the beach without any issue. March and April tend to get quite warm but you can still enjoy the islands and its activities without any hitch.

Avoid the Andaman trip after the 2 nd week of May right to mid-September . This is when the monsoons begin on the islands. The islands are prone to heavy rain and thunderstorms. You might even have to watch out for cyclones during this month. A lot of inter-island travel becomes limited owing to the stormy sea.

Andaman travel guidelines and permits

During my earlier Andaman trip in 2018, there were certain permits that were required for Andamans – mainly because it was a Union territory and a tribal area. This was largely for Foreign Nationals who required a Restricted Area Permit (RAP). To boost Andaman and Nicobar island tourism, this restriction has now been lifted and all foreigners (except those from Pakistan, Afghanistan and China) can visit Port Blair as well as the other popular Andaman islands freely.

There are a few offbeat islands like Baratang Island that require you to travel with a convoy as you travel through tribal areas. There are specific timings for these that I have written about in this post .

 A few others like the Jolly Buoy island have permits as only a certain number of boats are allowed to go at a time. These permits need to taken in advance from the Andaman tourism office at Aberdeen Jetty in Port Blair.

How to do Island hopping between the best Andaman islands?

With over 500 islands, you can pretty much expect to do a lot of Island hopping. I would categorize this activity into two buckets – the first are the Islands where you stay and the second are islands that you visit as a day trip.

In this section of the Andaman and Nicobar travel guide, I will be sharing tips on how to reach these Andaman tourist places.

Best stay islands to be included in your Andamans trip plan

Port Blair is the headquarters and the main island that you will land in when you visit Andamans. Consider this as your home base. It is from here that you will be visiting all the other islands on this list.

The two islands besides Port Blair that you should consider staying in are Havelock Island (now called Swaraj Dweep ) and Neil Island (presently called Shaheed Dweep). These islands can only be accessed via a ferry from Port Blair. The ferries or liners are run by Government as well as Private operators. Earlier when I had visited, one could not pre-book the government ferries. You would need to go to Phoenix Jetty in Port Blair to stand in the queues before the departure.

However, this has changed in the recent years and you can book these Ferries online through this link . The price for the same is around 600 – 850 per seat for a ticket to Swaraj Dweep from Port Blair. The above website has the fares for all the other destinations. Government ferries are usually used by the locals and have limited tourist seats.

There are three main private operators for inter-island ferries – Makruzz, Nautica and Green Ocean . Of these, Makruzz is the most recommended. I used it to travel to Swaraj Dweep island when I visited Andamans.

Very comfortable seating and easy to book as you can do so online through here . It is advisable to book the seats as soon as it opens as the same gets filled very fast. Typically the booking opens two weeks before your scheduled date of departure. Alternately get your hotel in Havelock or Port Blair to help you with the booking.

There are very limited timings and cruises available to these islands – typically just four a day.

Andaman tour plan for the day trip islands  

There are many islands around Port Blair that you can visit as a day trip. All you have to do is head to Aberdeen jetty to pick an operator and book instantly. Most hotels help you with the booking as well, so that you do not have to waste too much time.

The boat operators typically offer you packages that include two – three islands and you can book at your convenience. There are group boats where you travel with other people as well as private boat hires. Ross Island, North Bay Island, Jolly Buoy etc are some places to visit in Andamans as a day trip.

One thing to note is that some islands like Jolly Buoy Island need a special permit . Only a limited number of people can go at a time to these islands. You will need to get this permit in advance from the Tourism Department counters at Aberdeen Jetty.

Where to stay in the Andamans? (Hotels in Andamans)

As mentioned earlier, the three main islands in Andamans that I recommend for a stay are  – Port Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island.

Port Blair has plenty of options in all possible budgets for you to pick from. Being a small town, you can pick your stay anywhere here and you are likely to find the key attractions close to your hotel. I personally, picked Hotel Western Park at Delanipur Junction and found it quite convenient. Middle Point is another area close to this one that I found interesting – not too crowded but had enough shops and restaurants to keep you comfortable.

Havelock and Neil Island, on the other hand, have limited stay options. Given that, they are naturally more expensive than the hotels in Port Blair. In fact, budget the cost of the stay on these islands into your Andaman trip cost.

I highly recommend booking these hotels in advance. Both – Havelock and Neil are small islands and most of the accommodation is by the beaches. You can stay on any of these beaches as they are all just amazing! On my trip, I stayed on the Vijaynagar beach in Wild Orchid Resort – a cute, small property with lovely wooden cottages and very comfortable beds. A luxury stay here as well as on Neil Island is the Barefoot resort . On Havelock, this island is on the famed Radhanagar beach.

You can book most of these hotels online when you plan your trip to Andamans. One tip that I recommend is that once you have booked your hotel, call them up and reconfirm your booking.

How to go around on the islands in Andaman? (Conveyance and transport)

Port Blair has plenty of options for your internal travel – hiring a 2-wheeler, cabs and auto rickshaws . A lot of travel companies attach themselves to you from the time you arrive. For travel within Port Blair, you can just use auto-rickshaws. You might plan on visiting places in Andaman and Nicobar Islands that are a little far off from Port Blair but manageable by road . Chidiya Tapu and Baratang Island are some examples. For these, it is best to hire a cab.

In Havelock Islands, there are no auto rickshaws and cabs on call. You have to rely on your hotel to help you with one. Alternatively, you can do what we did. We took the number of the cabbie who we found at the jetty when we reached Havelock. Whenever we required him, we would just call him. For the rest of the time, we hired a 2 wheeler and rode around ourselves. This really works well if you are attempting to plan a budget trip to Andaman.

Neil Island is even smaller than Havelock Islands and you do not really need a vehicle to move around.

What to eat in Andamans?

You get a good mix of Bengali and South Indian cuisines in Andaman. At Havelock and Port Blair, you have plenty of continental food options too. If you are a foodie, you will absolutely love the choice of shacks and restaurants at Havelock. From Chinese to continental and Indian, they sure know how to reach your heart through your stomach. Two of my favorite places here are Anju-Coco Resto and Something Different .

Neil Island, on the other hand, has a limited choice of restaurants. You might just have to rely on the food provided in the hotel that you have booked.

Mobile connectivity and Wi- Fi – an essential tip in the travel guide to Andaman.

Back in 2018, there was a very limited Wi-Fi or cellular data service. Some places in Andaman like the Baratang Island and Havelock Island were almost no-signal zones. Airtel worked the best there. Even with that, I had to keep roaming around to get that one blip of signals. Booking hotels back then was also, difficult owing to this issue. Of course, the signal free zone had its perks too – like a distraction free holiday.

However, things changed after PM Modi visited Andaman and Nicobar islands. Within months, cables were laid underwater from Chennai and today, you have 4G and in some cases, 5G connectivity on the key Andaman islands . Again, Airtel and BSNL work the best. Jio still has an issue and it is best not to rely on it.

Paying for various activities in Andamans

There are plenty of ATMs available in Port Blair and Havelock . Neil Island too, has one or two of them. However, it is best to carry some cash from the start as during my visit, I found a lot of ATMs out of cash in Havelock.

With good mobile connectivity, these days UPI apps like Google Pay and PayTM also, work well. You can use these payment modes during your trip to Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Best Places to Visit in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Now this can be a long long list but here are the ones that I highly recommend that you should include in your Andaman tour plan. I have also, written separate and detailed posts on a few of these Andaman tourist attractions, the links of which are included in the respective sections.

As I mentioned earlier, Port Blair going to be your base in Andaman and Nicobar island. Here are some of the key places that you must visit when in the city.

• The Cellular Jail in Port Blair  – for its melancholic history and really unusual architecture. The stories within the walls can really chill you but also, interest and excite you. I also, recommend going in for their light and sound show. You can check this place out in detail through this post .
• Corbyn’s Cove – a beach on the capital island where you can indulge in water sports – including parasailing and jet-skiing. However, I recommend this only if you are not heading to Havelock Island
• Samundrika Museum – I am yet to write about this one but it is a small stop that helps you discover the cultural and biodiversity of these islands. It is managed by the Navy.
• Anthropology Museum – Andamans is native to a lot of tribals and discovering their lifestyle is quite enlightening. No pictures were allowed here and hence, describing it all might be difficult. With mock tribal huts, exhibits of their food vessels, their tools and clothes and explanations of their festivities, I found time short for this museum

Chidiya Tapu

This is a day trip from Port Blair. At a distance of 30 km. Chidiya Tapu is the place to experience the best sunsets in Andaman. For bird watchers, the island is a paradise with tons of migratory and native birds . The native birds include rare species of woodpeckers, Andaman green pigeons and woodswallows. There are tons of hiking trails and picnic spots  – in short, a perfect day trip with nature.

Ross Island or Subhash Chandra Bose Island

Ross Island is an island that leaves you wanting for more. With its overgrown root structures, old dilapidated buildings, green pastures and herds of friendly deer, you will find that time is not enough.  The island was initially used by the British as a residential base, which they later shifted to Port Blair. It is one of those Andaman islands that has to be done as a day trip from Port Blair . Check out how I became Lara Croft here .

North Bay island

The North Bay island is one of those Andaman tourist places that comes in combination with a visit to Ross Island. You can get to this island via the Aberdeen Jetty in Port Blair. The place is famous for water sports and you can even do scuba diving here.

Chatham Mills

Another one of those day trips from Port Blair where you can visit an ancient mill with history that leads back to World War II and the British.. This is where the first settlement of the British started with Archibald Blair. The Chatham Saw Mills is the oldest and possibly, the largest saw mill in Asia.

Note however, you can only visit it between 8.00 AM to 2.30 PM on all days except for Mondays and Thursdays.

Jolly Buoy Island

Remember – this is one island that has limited number of permits for boats. You can visit it from Wandoor Beach after you have got a permit from the tourism office. Personally, I feel it is one of the best Andaman islands with its unspoiled nature, crystal-clear water and colorful reefs.

Baratang Island

Baratang Island is one of those places that requires you to enjoy its unusual journey. I absolutely adored it – for its limestone caves, the mangrove forests and the whole experience of going in a convoy to reach the islands. You can also visit the bubbling mud volcano on this island. It is another day trip that needs to taken from Port Blair. It can be booked online through this link .

Ross and Smith Islands in North Andamans

The approach to this group of two islands was a little difficult in the past. However, now a new bridge and road is being built. The waters around these two islands are perfect for snorkeling – in fact a delight with the lovely coral world. What makes this visit unique is that if you reach here during low tides, you can actually cross over from one island to the other by wading in water.

Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)

You cannot plan a trip to Andaman without including Havelock Island . The place was my little heaven with its crystal blue water and unspoiled beaches. If there is a place that I want to retire to right now, Havelock it will be. This is where you need to spend at least 2 – 3 nights.

Not only is it perfect for families but it is one of those recommended places to visit in Andaman for a honeymoon. It is home to one of India’s Blue Flag beaches – Radhanagar Beach . This island is the best place to do scuba diving in Andamans. In fact, you can even do a PADI course during your three-day stay in Havelock island. Read more about this gorgeous island in this post.

Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)

You cannot plan a honeymoon trip to Andaman without including Neil Island. It is another piece of Paradise where you can stay and engage in some water sports. The secluded air and the divine landscape of blue waters with artistic rocks adds that aura of serenity to the whole Andaman trip.

Water sports in Andamans

Andamans offers you plenty of options for water sports. It is best known for scuba diving – which I highly recommend that you include in your Andaman trip plan. You can even enjoy a half-submarine ride or do a sea walk . They have even got the self-ride seakart activity that I have so far experienced only in Mauritius (and I loved it!)

Snorkeling, jet skiing, banana boat rides, parasailing are available in plenty. Remember to engage with certified PADI instructors for Scuba Diving . The best options are available at Havelock. There are plenty of dive schools here, one almost every 100 m. On my last visit, the shore dives started at INR 2500 and the boat dives started at INR 3500.

All these activities can be arranged by your hotels or you can even do it yourself by reaching an island and engaging an operator who has a shop on it. The rates for the same are pretty standard and are displayed at the entrance of a shop. Please ensure you listen to all the instructions carefully and keep safe while engaging in these water sports.

Alternatively, you can book some of these online through here

• Andaman FlyAir Parasailing
• Scuba Diving In Havelock
• Scuba Diving For Beginners Or Non Swimmers in Havelock

What to pack for your Andaman trip?

Here is a list of essentials that you will need for your Andaman and Nicobar trip –

• Cotton clothes and beachwear
• Sand slippers
• Flat shoes for your hiking excursions
• A medicine kit with essential medicines
• A wide-brim hat
• Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
• Binoculars, especially if you are keen bird watcher

What kind of Andaman Travel Package is available for planning a trip? And should you go for one?

There are two types of travel packages for Andamans available – standard and custom. The standard packages like this one include hotels and transport including the ferries between the islands. However, they do not have day-to-day activities as a part of their deal. These can be booked online. They may not have air travel included.

The customized Andaman travel packages are designed to suit your taste. There are several tour companies like Mini India that help you with this. They can even organize the activities and help you with the permits on Andaman islands. You can even ask them to book your air tickets.

Tour packages definitely help you cut down time on booking hotels and transport in Andaman. From my experience, booking ferries, different hotels on the islands does take a lot of time and involves a lot of follow-up. It is not difficult because I did it all by myself but if you are a busy and do not have the time to research, compare and book on your own – then go for the packages.

Lists of the best places to visit in Andaman are going to be never-ending and your time here is going to be so memorable that you will want to return over and over again. So, I hope you are already using these tips, searching for your flights to Andaman and booking your hotels Trust me, it is great to discover India’s Best Kept Secret!

Common FAQs about Andaman trip planning

Is it safe to travel to andamans.

Andamans is a very safe place to travel – for solo travelers, families as well as couples. The islands have a low crime rate as there is literally no place for anyone to hide. The islands are small and movement between them is restricted and well-tracked.

Are there any direct Mumbai to Andaman and Nicobar Islands flights?

At the moment, there is no direct flight from Mumbai to Port Blair. One has to take a flight with a layover from Mumbai. There may be special flights announced during the peak season.

How many days are enough for Andaman?

I would recommend at least 5 nights and 6 days of Andaman trip plan to enjoy the key islands.

Can I plan an Andaman trip on my own?

Yes, it is possible as well as quite easy to plan an Andaman trip on your own. Follow the tips mentioned in this travel guide to Andaman Islands and start with booking your flights, followed by cruises and then hotels. The activity bookings can be done in the end. Most of these bookings can be done online using the Quick links section of my blog.

How many islands are there in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

The archipelago of Andaman and Nicobar islands consists of 572 isles.

Are UPI payments accepted in Andamans?

Some vendors do accept UPI payments in the larger islands like Port Blair and Havelock island. However, it is not as widespread as the mainland and it is always better to carry cash. Credit cards too, are acceptable in the larger islands only.

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• Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island – The former Ross Island in Andamans
• My first Scuba Dive at Havelock Islands, Andamans
• A Journey to Baratang Island, Andamans
• The Dark Secrets of the Cellular Jail in Port Blair, Andamans
• Chasing Sunsets at Chidiya Tapu in Andamans
• Havelock Island: A place that locks hearts in Andamans

138 thoughts on “A (2024) guide to plan a trip to Andaman (with insider tips)”

Hey this is awesome. Loved all the pictures. Particularly you doing scuba is very sharp with colourful fishes around 🙂 Have you taken scuba diving lessons before?

Nope…this was my first time and I loved it . The first dives are always assisted.

pictures are amazing..

This is a comprehensive guide to Andaman’s’ trip.

Thank you. Glad you find it useful.

Very Useful Information

LOVE Andamans <3 Totally head over heels in love with it. This is a fab guide for first timers 🙂 Love the aerial shot! Superb

Thank you Divsi. Andamans just looked amazing from every angle.

What a great guide to everything one should know about Andamans! I love how you included important details like the ferry schedule, a specific packing list, and the need to have cash. And that’s quite a list of things to do — lots of variety. Your photos are also beautiful!

Thank you Tami. I know how difficult it was for me to get this info. So was glad to pass it on 🙂

A very informative post. Thanks for sharing!

I am not sure why Andamans were not on my radar before. You have definitely peaked my interests.

Thanks Heather. It is a hidden secret that not many talk of. I just revealed it for you 😉

My trip to Andaman is probably my best travel experience ever. And yes, the magic lies in the fact that its beauty is raw and pristine. Did you try ‘Underwater walking’ though? I loved it even more than Scuba diving to be honest. Love your post. Have a great day!

I have done underwater walking elsewhere but I definitely prefer scuba to it. 🙂 Glad you too had a blast in Andamans. Thanks for stopping by.

This is very interesting information. Thanks for sharing.

Great post keep up the good work.

You made great points why one should visit Andamans. Although I always want to be connected via social media, it will not be a problem for me if the internet connection there will be weak. I will just use my notebook and pen to take down notes and just connect online when I already have a stable internet. I believe that we can enjoy more of the place if we unplug from social media.

I agree, I think I enjoyed the place more because I had a digital detox. I would recommend it too. Cheers

A great travel guide.. and the pictures are great. We somehow missed Chidiya Tapu when we visited there.

Thank you Amrita. Hopefully the next time you can make it to Chidiya Tapu

Andamans and the North East of India are some of the places that still retain their pristine charm owing to lesser tourist footfalls. But it indeed is a Catch-22 situation, and soon we could see hordes of tourists overrunning these places. This is a very exhaustive guide to visit the Andamans and brings alive the natural beauty of the place too.

True, it is a catch 22. The only solution I see is self-awareness of the travelers – to be responsible and leave the place for it is. With that hope, I keep sharing the secrets 🙂

This is really a Great post and that scuba diving image is very impressive. The attractive colorful fishes can easily grab attention. Once again…Lovely Images.

Thank you Mohuya. Scuba diving was one enthralling experience and for me Andamans will always be special because of that.

I’d probably go for Port Blair which suits all budgets, although I’d check hotels everywhere first although this sounds like the best bet. I had to google where these Islands are, they look so beautiful!

Actually, I would highly recommend Havelock and if you book well in advance, you can manage a few budget accommodations. Cheers

This is a wonderful guide to the Andamans. It is both informative AND inspiring. You really show off how much the Andamans have to offer. From pristine beaches, to secluded islands, to historical sites, to watersports – it’s so irresistible. Thanks for all the tip for foreign nationals too.

Thank you guys. You should definitely head here. Cheers

Pinned!! The Andamans was already high on our bucket list and now your beautiful pictures have made us even more desperate to get there! Port Blair sounds like a great option! Thanks for all your tips and recommendations!

Would highly recommend Havelock too. Hope you plan a trip soon.

This is really the be all and end all post with all details required to visit Andaman. Super impressed. Well done .

Thank you Prerna

Amazing guide that covers things I wouldnt even have known I needed to know! The island day trips look fabulous! Youve really covered everything!

Glad that you found this useful Stephanie. Hope you plan a trip soon.

Thanks for a very detailed guide! You did a great job!

Sounds like it is a bit difficult to get there…but like you said, that leads to part of the charm! I imagine the scuba diving is amazing – I would love to dive in this part of the world some day. (although it would be hard to get my husband here once he hears about the wifi situation!)

I would tell your partner that he needs to digitally detox and that too in a paradise :D. I would highly recommend visiting here Katie.

Andamans is a beautiful place. Some of the beaches of Andamans are comparable to that of Western Thailand. We had a great time while at Andamans back in 2012.

Yep, am sure you did. The beaches are really amazing here. And yes, quite similar to Thailand :D/ Cheers

Wow! I think that you had a blast in Andamans. No way to get bored as there will be many activities to do. I love the banana boat ride. Will certainly consider these activities in the near future.

I am sure you will love the pristine beaches here. Thanks for stopping by Ana.

I didn’t know exactly were Andaman and Nicobar islands were until know. Of course I didn’t know as well they are Indian islands, from the map it could seem they belong to Malaysia or Myanmar. A really exhaustive guide, touching all the most important points if you plan to go there. it must be a real adventure to sail fro Chennai to Port Blair by boat!

Oh, India has a lot of islands. These are on the east and then we have the Lakshwadweep ones on the West. Both unexplored and pristine. You should definitely check them out.

I will, thanks 😉

Ami, thanks for this post. I would refer to it while planning for my trip. The links you have embedded in your posts are very handy.

Thank you Saru. Glad you found the post useful.

Very helpful guide to Andamans for first timers (like myself)! I love when posts have really helpful logistics like the ferry schedule and the need to have cash. The water sports look like I’d have a lot of fun there!

Indeed. The place is just so amazing. Happy that you found the article useful. And hope it helps you plan your trip better.

I thought some of the places sounded familiar, then I remembered some of your past posts.

I love the fact you can dive there, if only it was a little cheaper!

I thought INR 3500 was quite a reasonable price. The other beach destinations have it much higher :P.

This is a nice set of tips! Your photos of blue seas make me want to to go there asap. Island hopping sounds like a lot of fun. I all for going by air … 3 days sailing is a bit too much 🙂 🙂 Not having done diving, I think the sea walks would be something I might be interested in .

It is a gorgeous gorgeous place Nisha. Hope you plan a trip soon.

What a lovely set of tips Ami..Andaman has always been on my list for years somehow it just doesnt work for me when I plan. But your experience of water activities has tempted me again. I would love to try sailing to Andaman same I did in Lakshadweep as well 🙂 As always you are good at writing travel guides!

Thank you Rutavi. You are sure to enjoy Andamans.

India is full of amazing places! I would love to.see this one one day

And I am sure you will love this one. Thanks Monika for stopping by

That’s an indepth post! Thanks for all the details. Its indeed sad that we consider the Jarawa like some leopard spotting. But I really hope we consider them a leopard in all ways, I mean, we wouldn’t dare to get into the forest and interact with a leopard!!!

I agree Bhushavali. Glad you think the same way too. I do hope better sense prevails.

Andamans looks awesome and I’ve never heard about it previously to this post 🙂 Definitely will check it out

And I know you will be pleasantly surprised by it. Cheers

I wonder how crowded it is getting now? I visited in off peak season in 2012 and it was a bliss!

Not that crowded. Still continues to be a secret.

Great guide to Andamans… I’d love to visit this place at some point. Love the islands and the clear turquoise sea!

Thank you Ariane. I am sure you will enjoy it.

What a gorgeous place, I have never even heard of this place, nor would I have known how to get a permit or that there was even great diving there! Super informative and looks amazing !

Thank you. Glad to be of help. 🙂

Andamans is a great place for vacation. The beaches reminds one about the beaches of Western Thailand. We didn’t go for for a scuba dive in Andamans.

So true, the beaches are quite like the Thailand ones except these are a little quieter 😀

wow, this looks amazing. never knew this place is part of India. I always thought that this is neighboring county of India. It looks amazing. I would love to visit it someday! cheers!

Like I mentioned, it is our secret which I have just shared with you. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by Sophi

What a great guide! this place looks absolutely stunning 🙂 Thanks for sharing

Never heard about Andamans but after I have read you guide it seem to be a lovely place to explore with a lot of activities!

It sure is a lovely place Miriam. Thanks.

It’s good to know about the special permits required and all the little details that you might come across. The island hopping sounds absolutely incredible as a holiday. There seems to be so much in the way of activities on the islands.

True and it never feels rushed.It is a wonderful place to visit.

Hey… I am from Germany and I want to visit India. Can you please tell me the best places to visit in India?

Thanks Anna for writing it. There are tons of options. Depends on your taste and your interests – beaches, heritage, adventure. Let me know what exactly you need so that I can help you accordingly.

This is going to be my guide when I travel to Andaman. The island is so fascinating that I plan to do a trip wherein I can cover as much as possible. My only worry is not to miss on the ferry ticket bookings, neither to end up spending too much time on the same. Thanks for the tips around it.

Glad to be of help Neha. Cheers

what a great info..very good guidance. this is absolutely stunning. very good place for vacation. thanks for sharing.

Andaman is on my list for this year. I believe the Andaman archipelago of islands are still not that touristy like other places in India. Your well compiled and detailed guide is really going to help me out while planning my trip.

Glad to be of help. Andamans is just lovely coz it is not as touristy .:)

I have always wanted to visit Andaman and Nicobar and I once even planned a trip but I can’t remember what stopped me. The view from the plane window looks beautilful! Did you get to see any swimming elephants by the way?

It took me 3 trip plans and 2 near bookings to get here. It is a sign that you need to get there soon. And no, did not see any swimming elephants 🙂

Andaman is a beautiful place… With those watersports and fun makes for so much fun. Loved the way you have captured it.

Thank you Rashmi and Chalukya. This place was very special indeed

This is such a perfect guide to the Andaman and Nicobar islands with all the important information. I am planning a trip here this year and this article will come in handy. Beautiful place, cant wait to head there

You will find it absolutely pristine and gorgeous. Have a good trip Tamshuk

Your post made me nostalgic about my visit to Andaman and Nicobar few years ago. I only liked Havelock Island and did my first scuba diving and snorkeling there. Though I didn’t like Neil Island. It was a total disaster. In Port Blair, I only liked Cellular Jail and its evening light show.

The light and sound show here was one of the best I have seen in India. Definitely worth the sit. Glad you have had a pleasant time at Andamans. Cheers

I would love to visit the Adamans islands. I have heard about them a few years ago for the first time and immediately thought to myself that it’s pure paradise there. I hope to make it sometimes soon, it was about time to head over to the South of India as well, after visiting the North 3 times.

Thank you Joanna. The south of India has a lot of splendid places to be discovered. Hope you plan a trip soon

Thank you Joanna. There are a lot of splendid places in the south waiting to be explored. Hope you plan a trip soon.

Gorgeous images and a comprehensive guide. Andamans has long been on my bucketlist. Will hopefully get there soon.

Amen for that and hope you can head there soon. Cheers

I am planning a visit this year with parents. Very informative blog. Wanted to know if I will get room on arrival or should I pre book it? And are there rooms available under the budget of Rs. 1000 a night? Do let me know. Thanks

Rooms have a limited availability -and thus, prebooking is advised. Also, rooms under 1000 are available but you need to be able to figure a lot of these when you reach there as they are not really listed on the internet. Cheers

Ross Island looked so amazing, the andamands look so amazing, the whole permit thing would and is putting me off

The permit thing is actually not that tough. It sure is an amazing place and I would so encourage you to visit it.

The Andamans is one of my favorite places to go scuba diving. I’d highly recommend a live-aboard experience for the best value and time spent underwater!

I agree, I hope to get there again and do the same all over. Thanks for stopping by Henry

I knew there is a lot more to India than the four major cities I’ve visited. I hope I could visit again to see the other side of India.. and I love the strict regulations that keep and maintain Andamans. The government and the people must be putting really good measures to ensure the paradise remains a paradise to last.

Thanks Joan. Though the restrictions are more owing to its strategic location. There is so much more to India. You got to come back again!

Your scuba diving pics made me nostalgic about my trip to Andaman islands when my father was the Secretary Tourism in the islands. I did water sports, drove water scooter, snorkeling and scuba diving. While diving, i touched the base of the shallow part of the ocean (around 6 meter) and was so proud of myself! I was patting myself on the back as people watched me with amusement!

(Ambuj Saxena)

I can well imagine that joy. I loved Scuba here. Sigh! I wanna go back again! Thanks for stopping by Ambuj

I must say this is such a comprehensive guide that I cannot help but compare it with the last article that I just read from another blog where the key information is missing. Great job. This is the first time I’ve heard of Andamans and it looks like a lovely place to visit in India.

Thank you Marge. I am glad you find it useful.

Great post, Ami. We are planning a trip to Andaman this year. No network and wi-fi sounds both exciting and scary at the same time. Unfortunate that Andaman does not have it’s own cuisine. Thanks for the tips. Will keep them in mind.

You are bound to have fun here irrespective of no network or specialty food. Just go for it, Cheers

I like the motor riding as one way to transport from one place to another. The motorcycles also look cool. underwater activities will also never, haha plus don’t forget to put a sunscreen on! x

Yes, the sunscreen is an absolute must, especially since you spend so much time on those gorgeous beaches. Thanks Cathy.

Scuba diving is the one which I’m looking for so many years. Will definitely make to trip to Andaman for Scuba diving. Wonderful images which makes everyone to plan a trip to Andaman

THank you so much. Hopefully this will help you plan your trip better.

looking at pictures and post, Andaman is high on my list of places to visit in India.

Andamans is our hidden secret. A definite must visit

Very informative post! A well explained post on how to reach, where to stay , what to see and where to eat Andaman, i have ever read till now. Thank you for sharing it with us.

Glad to help Sahitya. Share it around for those who are seeking information

Thanks for the informative post Ami. Looks amazing! I’m looking forward to visiting India one day and possibly some scuba. Looking forward to your next post 🙂

Thank you Lance. I hope you can visit here soon. Cheers

Andaman and Nicobar islands is definitely the best tourist location. The beautiful sceneries and the adventures type activities surely mesmerizes us.

Untouched beauty and I hope it stays that way.

Andaman and Nicobar islands is such an underrated place. Would love to visit it someday 🙂

I agree and you should visit it soon.

It was very lovely to see such a great guide to Andaman Islands.

Thank you. Glad you liked the guide

hi, I am sure gonna to travel this beautiful island post covid situation. Love it. Thank you.

I hope you have a lot of fun!

Nice blog author. Thank you. Keep it up.

Thank you so much

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Four days in Andaman | The Perfect Itinerary | Do it yourself

About the Andaman Islands

The Andaman Islands are an Indian archipelago in the Bay of Bengal with a population of 5 lakh people. It comprises roughly 572 islands known for their palm-lined, white-sand beaches, mangroves, and tropical rainforests. Only about 38 of them are inhabited. Andaman islands are also home to gazillion gorgeous coral reefs with vibrant marine life and thus it’s a popular diving and snorkelling site. It is also one of India’s top honeymoon destinations. South Andaman is where I went, home to the capital—Port Blair—and also to most of the island’s population. The remote Northern Islands—closed to visitors when I was there—is home to indigenous Islanders, and much of it is off-limits to visitors.

Getting to the Andaman Islands

Oh whew! This can get complicated. Nonstop flights to Port Blair from Mumbai and most other Indian cities are rare. There are a few nonstop flights that fly from Chennai, Vishakhapatnam, and Kolkata and most transit flights from other cities have technical stops at these two. So, it was a challenge to find the right flight from Mumbai at an optimum price and we had to track the flight prices hourly until they fell to sub INR 8k (USD 100).

In the end, we took a 3 am flight. Yes, 3 am! And landed red-eyed at the airport. Still, it was nonstop. Small mercies.

Next, came another challenge. We had to wait for the Covid test results to arrive in order to board the flight, which, as per recent guidelines, had to be exactly within 48 hours of our landing at Port Blair airport. And what with the increased Covid-19 cases in Maharashtra, the labs were overburdened and results delayed. So it was a nail-biting wait until the report in our mailboxes arrived at 12 am, 2 hours before the flight. I was all readying to beg and grovel at the airport.

There are also ships that leave from Chennai, Kolkata and Vishakhapatnam to Port Blair. The journey takes 50-60 hours.

But despite the challenges of the current times, we managed to land in this gorgeous gem of an island and lo and behold, I present to you a condensed, and, according to me, perfect, four-day itinerary.

Important to know

Mobile network is erratic on the island. Vodafone and Jio did not work when I was there. Airtel is somewhat better. Hotel Wi-Fi is your best bet, which in most cases is only available at the reception. Thus, do not expect to work out of Andaman just as yet.

Cab hailing services such as Uber and Ola do not operate on the island, and taxis can be somewhat expensive, so rent a scooter or a bike for the period you will be here, or do some setting with a cab driver, persuading him to give you a package deal.

Cash is mostly king. Get plenty when you come, although there are ATMs, they are few and far in between. Most places prefer cash or payment through a digital wallet platform.

Liquor is expensive and shops few. If you find one, stock up.

Most beaches open at 10 am and close by 5 pm. Days at the islands end early too. Expect to be back in your rooms by 10:30 pm.

Hotels check-in (usually 11 am – 12 pm) and checkout (usually 8 – 10 am) early.

Overall, I spent about INR 25,000 (USD 330) on the trip (ex-flight).

Best time to visit

We went in April. People had warned us about the heat and humidity, which wasn’t too bad. Only the rains can be a problem, so avoid visiting in the monsoon months, which are June to August.

Now, the four-day do it yourself itinerary to see the best parts of the Andaman Islands.

The do-it-yourself itinerary

Day 1: havelock islands.

Havelock, also known as Swaraj Dweep, is an island of beautiful white sandy beaches, lush green forest, and rich coral reefs. And because of its rich undersea treasure, it is a sought after destination for snorkelling and scuba diving.

We proceeded to Havelock as soon as we landed in Port Blair. The two ways to do this is taking a ferry or a helicopter . We took a Makruzz Ferry.

The Makruzz ferries (leaves from Haddo Jetty) was better than my expectations. It was well managed, clean, with great views, and equipped with a small eatery, although you cannot go out to the deck. The government ferries (leave from Phoenix Bay Jetty), on the other hand, allow that privilege and cost half of what the private ferries cost. There are other private ferry operators such as Aashi and Green Ocean. In the end, it comes down to cost and timing.

You cannot purchase the Makruzz Ferry tickets at the jetty. Their office is en route (located in Airport Authority Colony, Delanipur, Port Blair), in case you want to play dangerous and decide to buy the tickets after you land. But tickets are available online even until a few hours before travel. On the other hand, tickets to government ferries cannot be bought in advance or online. You need to employ a travel agent or queue up at the counter to fill a form.

A ferry ride to Havelock island takes 1 hour 30 min by private ferry and 2 hours by a government ferry. We landed at 6:30 am, showed our Covid-negative reports, got it stamped, and booked a prepaid cab (INR 250 / USD 3.5 for a ride to the Haddo Jetty). You need to reach the jetty at least 30 minutes prior so you can get a boarding slip for the Ferry (The slip could be a Covid-19 exception). At Havelock and Neil, these counters are outside the Jetty. Boarding closes ten minutes before departure. A mobile ticket is good enough.

Once in Havelock, rent a scooter or a bike to get around. Autos can get expensive. A bike costs INR 500 (USD 7) to rent for 24 hours to rent, added with an INR 2000 (USD 27) returnable deposit. Your hotel can provide you with one, and there are a few rentals next to the jetty.

Your first-day do-it-yourself itinerary in Andaman

Radhanagar Beach

A beautiful white sand beach which is considered among the best in Asia (Tripadvisor, 2017 Traveler’s Choice Awards), Radhanagar beach is about 10 km away from the Swaraj Deep Jetty and you’ll need an auto (INR 500/ USD 7) or a bike to get there. The water is crystal clear and gains ground beautifully; you can get neck-deep early on, but the waves are gentle enough and the safe area is marked properly; so you never feel afraid. There are plenty of lifeguards around as well. Entry to the beach start at 10 am and closes at 5 pm.

Elephanta Beach

Elephanta Beach (alternately called Elephant Beach) is a calm beach with clear waters, plenty of underwater life, and inexpensive water sports activities. The beach was named after three elephants who once used to provide rides here; sadly, they’re no more. On most days, the beach is reasonably crowded and has a lot of water sports action happening. You can arrive at Elephanta Beach by taking either a short boat ride or a thirty-minute trek through the lush forests from a point close to Radhanagar beach.

The boats to Elephanta Beach start plying at 8:30 am and end at 12:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased next to the Swaraj Deep Jetty, where you got off. The boat takes you to the island (20 min to and from) and leaves you there to do what you will for 3 hours. You come back in the same boat you go in. A mini snorkelling trip is thrown in free of cost. You could upgrade the snorkelling to go farther and deeper, which I found totally worth it. Most water sports cost INR 200 (USD 3) per head, while deep-sea snorkelling (if you want to upgrade your free snorkel) with photos will cost INR 1000 (USD 13) per head.

A trek to Elephanta Beach would likely be more fun. While we didn’t do this, we met a few tourists who did. The trek starts here and it may bode well to take a local guide to help find the way. A guide will cost about INR 500 (USD 7).

Day 2: Havelock Islands

Scuba diving.

This is the primary draw of the island and many take a trip merely to experience this. Havelock is a great place for scuba diving because of the calm and crystal-clear water, predictable ocean currents, and the colourful corals and countless fish that thrive in them. If you’re a first-timer and afraid of water, don’t worry, and don’t be afraid. A scuba dive is easy to do and you’ll be safe. After all, you do have a SCUBA (self-contained underwater breathing apparatus) and an instructor with you, at all times.

By the way, did I tell you I stood on the ocean floor and watched a red octopus flit about for 10 minutes! More on Andaman’s underwater life here .

We used Seahawks Scuba for our dive. It cost us INR 3500 (USD 47) per head, all inclusive, for a boat dive. DiveIndia and Barefoot (they have resorts too) are the most popular, and thus also more expensive. We also researched Scubalove and Ocean Tribe; both seemed good. It all comes down to cost and availability in the end. You’ll find lots of providers as you walk down the street or even partnered with your hotel.

Where to stay at Havelock Island

There are several great resorts in Havelock and we stayed in three of them.

Next to each other are Havelock Island Beach Resort and Sea Shell Resort , a kilometre away from the Havelock Jetty. The former is cheaper, with an awesome beachfront. The latter is fancier with a great swimming pool and beautifully maintained rooms and grounds. Both offer shore scuba opportunities and are located at 2, Govind Nagar Beach.

Symphony Palms is 2 km away, on 3, Govind Nagar Beach, close to where most boat scuba takes place. The Sea Shell Resort was our most expensive stay, still below INR 6000/ night (USD 80/ night), and well worth the price.

Eat and chill at the highly-rated beachside cafe— Something Different , easily walkable via the beach from Havelock Island Beach Resort or the Sea Shell Resort. I had one of my life’s best Risotto there. Venom at Symphony Palms was a good hangout spot for after-dinner drinks. The Bonova Cafe and Pub at Sea Shell Resort was fantastic for coffee, pizza, and the general vibe.

The trip from Havelock to Neil Island can be done by one of the private ferries (they have better timings, and cost about INR 1200 i.e. USD 16) or a government ferry (plies in the afternoon, office is a few meters away from the jetty, costs about half of what a private ferry costs, or INR 560 / USD 7.5).

Day 3: Neil Islands

Named Shaheed Dweep but popularly known as Neil, Neil Island is a smaller version of Havelock with a distinct laidback village feel. The island was inhabited only in the 1960s and has a large Bengali population.

The main beaches of Neil are Bharatpur Beach (for water sports – right next to the jetty) and Sitapur Beach (for sunset viewing). The sea around Neil is as clear as in Havelock so one can indulge in scuba and snorkelling. After watching the sunset at Sitapur, you can hang around in the gunny bag shacks to enjoy locally roasted fish, sip tea, and enjoy the balmy evening sea.

Another interesting place to visit is the Natural Bridge , or a bridge made out of two living natural corals fused together naturally. Natural saltwater mini-pools have formed inside the rock formations next to it and by the sea and one can see crabs and fish swimming inside as well as corals. The bridge is fondly referred to as the Howrah Bridge by the Bengalis settled around it.

Also, the night sky is spectacular in Andaman. It is always a sky full of stars. And no better place to stargaze than in Neil, quieter than its more popular island counterpart, Havelock.

Where to stay at Neil Island

There are not as many fancy hotels to stay in on Neil Island as in Havelock. We stayed at Sea Shell which was nice enough. Their other property— Samssara (5 min away)—is more upscale. Symphony Summer Sands and Silver Sands seemed like other good options.

Day 4: Port Blair

While Havelock was the highlight of my trip, Port Blair had a lot of interesting things to see as well. An easy way to get around Port Blair, as most of Andaman, is to hire a scooter or bike, but you can also hire an auto or taxi for the day. An auto cost us INR 1000 (USD 13) to travel from the Haddo Jetty to see Corbyn’s Cove, Cellular Jail, and Ross Island (only transport to and from the Water Sports Complex / Aberdeen Jetty), and to my hotel next to the airport. The points of interest are all not far from each other, but autos and cabs are quite expensive in Port Blair, and thus, a package deal works better.

Cellular Jail

This was the primary reason for extending my stay at Port Blair. The Cellular Jail, also known as Kala Pani (‘Black Waters’ in Hindi), was a colonial prison used by the British for exiling political prisoners in the years before Indian Independence. This is how I knew of Port Blair and Andaman until the island’s popularity exploded for the purposes of tourism. The prison was built between 1896 and 1906 and about 80,000 freedom fighters were held here, many of them tortured and executed.

The most popular thing to do at Cellular Jail is watching the Light and Sound show, which costs INR150 (USD 2) / head and starts from 5:30 pm (different timings for the Hindi and English language showings). While somewhat entertaining, I thought it was hyped. The jail itself is a good walkabout as you relive history and appreciate the sacrifice that generation made for the pride and freedom we enjoy today. Entry to the jail grounds costs INR 30 (USD 0.4)/ head. The last entry is at 4 pm.

Ross Island

It is annoying how many noteworthy locations in Andaman are actually named after the British. I learnt that Neil Island was named after British Brigadier General James Neill who was one of the perps in the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. Argh. All the names have been changed (Neil Island is now called Shaheed Dweep, for instance), but usage is yet to become mainstream. Ross Island is another such, named after Captain Daniel Ross, but now called Netaji Shubash Chandra Bose Dweep. The British used it as an Administrative Headquarters for 85 years, since 1857. It was later abandoned after an earthquake in 1941. The island itself is the most interesting visit of Port Blair, overridden as it is with deer, peacocks, creeper-covered ruins, and majestic thick-rooted peepul trees. There is also an impressive lighthouse overlooking the ocean. Unfortunately, these were built by Indian prisoners, most of whom were actually freedom fighters imprisoned in Cellular Jail. It was difficult for me not to feel a tinge of sadness when I walked about.

Entry to Ross Island is INR 30 but we took a boat from the Water Sports Complex to get here which cost INR 370 (USD 5) per head. You are given one hour to see the island (criminally short) and then you’ve got to head back in the same boat. A golf cart can make it easier to see the grounds (costs INR 80 or USD 1 per seat) but if the weather is balmy, the grounds are better walked.

Corbyn Cove Beach

I wasn’t particularly thrilled by Corbyn Cove but it is one of the most popular places to visit in Port Blair. Stop by for some water sports (if you haven’t had enough of them already), take a dip in the sea, and eat some kulfi or chat on one of the lounge chairs by the beach. It is a one hour stop.

Other places to visit in Port Blair are Chidiya Tapu, Samudrika Marine Museum, and Jolly Buoy Island.

Where to stay at Port Blair

Next to the airport: Lemon Tree is bang opposite the airport gate and is a good choice if you are looking to take or leave on an early flight. We stayed at Kanchan’s Nest which was value for money. Andaman Shore is another option. Both hotels are located right behind Lemon Tree on Lamba Lane and it takes 5 minutes to walk to the airport from them.

Central Hotel options : Sea Shell , Symphony Samudra , or Seascape .

• First, I go to TripAdvisor and check out top things to do, top places, and experiences. I use this to make a rough itinerary.
• From TripAdvisor I often go to Viator to book day tours. I love their user friendly platform and flexible cancellation policies. Compare their offers with GetYourGuide , which is great too.
• I book my accommodations in Booking because of their flexibility and that the bookings are easily cancellable. The mobile app is great and the genius discounts are on point.
• I recommend getting the Priority Pass . It gives you access to airport lounges and has helped me through many long waits. It’s definitely well worth the money.
• And I am literally always on Skyscanner . I get to see the best airfares, and the airline / third party providers offering them. Try the “From: origin city” to “To: Everywhere” option to ignite your imagination on where to travel to next.

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Awesome…can’t wait to go!

Thanks for a very informative- and entertaining- write-up!! As a lazy traveler under pressure to make good this trip, I found the recommendations and tips very helpful. Kudos!!! PS: do let your readers know when you do the Italy/ Switzerland thing (the touristy bits) because that’s the next gun pointing at my head!!!!!

Hi Vivek. Thanks for writing in and I hope you have fun in Andaman 🙂 I have articles already for Italy (Amalfi coast, Venice, Milan, skipped documenting for Rome, Florence and Pisa as there were many too many articles for them online). I also have a 3 day itinerary for Switzerland from Berne. You can find them through the menu on top. Hope you think them as useful!

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I Took a Solo Trip to Andaman and Nicobar Islands for 6 Days, And You Should Do That Too!

Natural Bridge, Neil Island

Andaman and Nicobar Islands is perhaps on the bucket list of many travelers from around the world. However, travelling solo to this beautiful island is not that common yet. Honestly, traveling solo, especially being a woman, often becomes a bit daunting. Right from " Log kya kehenge" to selecting places that are safe enough and do not burn a hole in the pocket at the same time, or choosing places that are mostly frequented by group travelers or couples over the ones that are friendlier towards solo travelers, the whole process becomes too overwhelming at times.

But, having my fair shares of solo travels, I can assure you that it's not that daunting as it seems - a well chalked out plan and following some basic safety measures are all that you need! But, here is some good news for all my fellow solo travelers, Havelock and the other islands in Andaman are very safe for all travelers alike.

I had traveled solo to Andamans, and apart from the occasional "Are you traveling alone?" questions from fellow travelers, there were hardly any hiccups in my entire trip, especially when it came to safety.

At Kala Pathar Beach

How To Reach Andamans and Nicobar Islands?

The easiest and fastest way to reach Andaman and Nicobar Islands is to take a direct flight from cities like Kolkata, Chennai or Bangalore to Port Blair, the capital city of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. But, in case you are up for some adventure and do have some extra time in hand, you can even take a passenger ship from the port cities of Kolkata or Chennai. However, due to the pandemic, don't forget to enquire in advance about the bookings from the Shipping Corporation of India.

On reaching Port Blair, I would highly recommend heading straight to the hotel from the airport and getting ready as soon as possible to step out to explore the city of Port Blair.

There are many options of commuting within Port Blair ranging from private cabs to even local buses, stopping right outside the airport, or you can even ask your hotel to pick you up from the airport.

For moving in and around the city, you can even rent a two wheeler or a cab.

Also, in case you want to book your Ferry tickets to Havelock or any other island in Andaman in advance, you can do that here at the airport as there are counters of Makruzz and Sea Link at the airport.

There are many things to do in Port Blair from trekking at Chidiya Tapu to catching a beautiful sunset or exploring the Ross Island.

Here is a list of things that you can do while in Port Blair.

Since, I was on a comparatively tight schedule, just half a day to be honest, I preferred to visit only those places that I wanted to explore and leave the rest for another time.

Well, traveling solo has an advantage to pick and choose according to one's own whims.

Flag Point, Port Blair

Cellular Jail : The history enthusiast in me always wanted to visit the infamous Kala Paani aka the Cellular Jail since the time I read about India's freedom movement and how some of the freedom fighters were imprisoned here in the Cellular Jail as political prisoners. The museum, the sound and light show helped me recollect all their extraordinary deeds to free our country from colonial rule, that I had once read as a young girl back in school.

Cellular Jail, Port Blair

Where to eat in Port Blair?

Post the 'Sound and Light Show' at Cellular Jail, I wanted to grab a quick dinner before I could call it a day. Port Blair has a plethora of eating joints specializing in seafood and hence it becomes immensely difficult to choose from.

My top picks for a good meal post exploring the city are:

1. Amaya : Location: Marine Hill, Hotel Seashell

2. Lighthouse Restaurant + New Lighthouse Location : Rajiv Gandhi Nagar

3. Food Trucks like Dugout, Happy Belly : Location: Marina Park - The Food Truck

4. Annapurna (Mostly For South Indian Cuisine) : Location: Aberdeen Bazar, DAG Colony

Where to s tay in Port Blair?

Port Blair offers a lot of options ranging from high end resorts to budget stays when it comes to hotels and homstays since travelers from all walks of life come here.

Here are some options (from a low to high budget) for stays in Port Blair:

1. Aqua Horizon

2. Hotel Marina Manor

3. Hornbill Nest Resort

4. The Seaview Residency

5. Seashell Port Blair

6. Sinclair's Bay View

Expert Travel Tips:

1. Carry cash to avoid standing in long queues outside ATMs.

2. Carry postpaid BSNL or Airtel sim(s) as network here is not guaranteed for other pre-paid sims.

Well, Day 2 started quite early since I had an early morning ferry to Havelock. I had my breakfast packed from the hotel since most of these hotels here are well aware of the ferry timings and quite accommodating when it comes to breakfast on the go.

How to reach Havelock Island?

It takes approximately 2 hours to reach Havelock Island from Port Blair.

Now, I had already booked my ferry to Havelock online, well in advance to avoid last minute rush because availability of seats in these ferries becomes difficult during peak seasons. But, one can book at the counter too after reaching the harbor, or even at the airport, right after landing at Port Blair.

Havelock Harbor

There are three options to choose from when it came to taking a ferry to Havelock Island -

1. Coral Queen - Government operated Ferry, price of tickets is comparatively lower than the private ones, open area to stand and enjoy the view.

2. Makruzz - Most popular, privately operated, prices are high, punctual.

3. Sea Link - Privately operated, comparatively newer and smaller but well maintained, punctual.

Makruzz at Havelock Harbor

On reaching Havelock, you will find the taxi stand once you walk out of the harbor. Again, you can ask your hotel or resort to send a cab to pick you up or you can just hop into one of these taxis that are waiting outside the harbor.

Where to stay in Havelock Island?

Havelock is quite popular for its beach resorts and hence finding a perfect stay here that suits your budget is absolutely not a big deal.

You can choose from the following options depending on how much you want to spend (low to high budget):

1. Outback Resorts

2. Dolphin Resort

3. Blue Island Beach Resort

4. Symphony Palms Beach Resort

5. Coral Reef Hotel & Resort

6. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa

Blue Island Beach Resort located at Vijaynagar Beach, Havelock Island

Now coming back to what to do in Havelock - post reaching your hotel, grab a quick lunch and get ready to head out to visit one of the most popular beaches in the entire island.

Radhanagar Beach - This blue flag beach in Havelock is not only one of the most beautiful beaches in Andamans, it is also one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Tourists from different parts of the world come here to enjoy its pristine blue waters and relax on the shore while witnessing spectacular sunsets.

Radhanagar Beach

Where to eat in Havelock Island?

Post sunset, indulge in some finger licking dinner from one of the many cafes and restaurants that this island hosts. The options here will spoil you enough and here is a list of some of my favorites cafes and restaurants in Havelock :

1. Full Moon Café

2. Café Salt Water

3. Something Different

4. Bonova Café and Pub

5. Anju Coco Resto

Dessert in Something Different Cafe in Havelock

Kala Pathar Beach

Well, Day 3 of my trip was all things fun since it was about experiencing the underwater life in Elephant Beach that Andamans and Nicobar Island is famous for.

But, before exploring the underwater life, do not forget to visit the Kala Pathar Beach before leaving for Elephant Beach.

1. Kala Pathar Beach - This beach is famous for its clear blue waters and black boulders (hence the name Kala Pathar) and is also the perfect spot for witnessing stunning sunrises from behind these black boulders, a sight worth million dollar. I can safely let you in on a secret that this beach has now made it to my list of favorite beaches and I am pretty sure it will become yours too.

Elephant Beach

2. Post sunrise, grab a quick breakfast from one of the many cafes or get it from the hotel you are staying at in the island and head straight to the harbor to take a boat to the Elephant Beach.

3. Elephant Beach - Buy your two way tickets to Elephant Beach since it is located in a secluded part of northern Swaraj Dweep, which has to be reached either via a boat or trekking through the forest; where you can have the time of your life exploring underwater since the sea is crystal clear and allows for an ample underwater view. The corals and underwater diversity in the deeper seas here are unmatched by any other spot at Swaraj Dweep. With the combination of both hard and soft corals housing colorful fishes of varied species, the beach is one of the best places for activities like Sea Walk, Glass Bottom Boats, and Snorkeling.

Boats leaving from Havelock Harbor to Elephant Beach

4. Elephant Beach is also considered to be an adventure enthusiast's paradise when it comes to water sports.

Water Sports in Elephant Beach, Havelock Island

5. You can even relax and enjoy your time here by either reading a book or just napping on the beach. Well, don't forget to pack a brunch (if you didn't get enough time to have a good breakfast) to have a picnic on the beach.

On the way to Elephant Beach, Havelock Island

Do keep in mind that this island operates only during day time and that too one cannot go into the deeper ends of this island due to government restrictions. Post an adventurous day in Elephant Beach, on returning to Havelock, indulge in a good spa and sumptuous dinner from one of the many eateries and restaurants this island has to offer.

1. Carry cash since there would be no network in the Elephant Beach for online transactions.

2. Carry extra pair of clothes to change into post all the water activities and underwater dives.

3. Food and beverages might be costlier than other places as the shop keepers have to bring in everything from either Havelock or Port Blair.

4. Smoking in this beach is prohibited by the government and is punishable offence.

On Day 4 of my trip, I woke up early to go for a walk along the coast of the Vijayanagar Beach that was a 5 mins walk from my hotel.

This beach remains mostly empty and also a perfect spot for scenic sunrises.

Morning at Vijaynagar Beach

Neil Island

Next, after checking out of the hotel in Havelock, I went straight to the harbor to catch my ferry to Neil Island. Neil Island, also known as Shaheed Dweep, is famous for its serenity, unparalleled biodiversity, white sand beaches and dense tropical forests.

How to reach Neil Island?

There are ferry services from Port Blair as well as other islands like Havelock to Neil Island.

There are many popular tourist attractions in Neil Island, however on reaching Neil Island I decided to explore the island life first by visiting one of the villages here instead of going to the popular tourist spots straightaway.

1. Always, respect the privacy of the locals while visiting the villages in the island.

2. Knowing the local language is an added advantage to strike a conversation with the locals, hence knowing Bengali might just help here.

A Village in Neil Island

Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge - This is a naturally built coral bridge where a rock is jutting out from the main wall with a giant hole in it, created by the continuous lashing of waves. It definitely is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Neil Island as many come here in the late afternoons during low tides to witness this natural wonder.

1. Visit during low tides and wear comfortable shoes as you need to walk on a rocky path till you reach the natural bridge.

Natural Bride, Neil Island

Ramnagar Beach

Ramnagar Beach - This beach is located between the market and Sitapur Beach. This beach is mostly deserted but it offers nice snorkeling with great visibility of colorful fish and coral reef along with captivating sunset views. People who seek privacy, this is a great alternative for sunset views.

Laxmanpur Beach No 1

Laxmanpur Beach - The perfect end to my day was watching the sky change into all shades of blue, pink ad red while bidding good bye to the sun at Laxmanpur Beach. Post sunset, instead of heading back to the hotel, I decided to have a plate of maggi and some pakodas from the shacks here at the beach while sitting under the star studded open sky. This is also a perfect place for some quiet, candlelight dinner as you can hear the waves crashing against the shore while feeling the sea breeze in your hair.

Where to stay in Neil Island?

Since, tourists from all over the world visit Neil Island, finding hotels and resorts to stay is not that big a problem.

Here are some of my favorite options (low to high budget) to stay in Neil Island:

1. Neil Banjara

2. Coral Garden Resort

3. Pearl Park Beach Resort

4. Reef Valley Resort

5. Symphony Summer Sands

Well, I was quite tired by now, so, I called it a day by having an early dinner back at my hotel.

1. Carry a postpaid BSNL sim for connectivity as network here is almost not available.

Sunset at Laxmanpur Beach, Neil Island

Sitapur Beach

Day 5 began by waking up at 3 a.m. in the morning to head out to Sitapur Beach in pitch dark.

Sitapur Beach - This postcard perfect serene beach is famous for its turquoise blue waters and breathtakingly beautiful sunrises and I can vouch that. When in Neil Island, a visit to this beach at sunrise is a must for all photography enthusiasts as well all travelers in general as you get a front row seat to watch the sun rise from the horizon, making it a sight to remember for the days to come.

Sunrise at Sitapur Beach

Post watching the sun rise at Sitapur Beach, I decided not to go back to my hotel and dive back to my bed, rather I went for a walk along the coast in the Laxmanpur Beach which was a 2 minutes walk from my hotel. I can happily admit that this was one of the best decisions that I took on this trip, since I got the beach entirely to myself and it was such a much needed refreshing walk for me.

Morning walk at Laxmanpur Beach, Neil Island

Bharatpur Beach

Bharatpur Beach - After breakfast, I checked out of the hotel to proceed to Bharatpur Beach. Bharatpur Beach in Neil Island is again a tourist favorite for its clear water and sighting of coral reef. This beach is also quite famous for its water sports as well as underwater exploring. So, in case you have missed out on all the fun at Elephant Beach in Havelock, you can still have a slice of it here in Neil Island.

But, if you are not in the mood for any water sports or underwater dives, you can just sit by the coast and relax while sipping some coconut water.

Bharatpur Beach, Neil Island

Where to eat in Neil Island?

For lunch there are small shops here by the beach which offers a wide range of food including some delicious sea food but you can even head out to have lunch from one of the following restaurants:

1. Vibes and Dives

3. Shakahaar Pure Vegetarian

4. SeaShell, Neil

5. Kiran Restaurant

Souvenir shops in Bharatpur Beach, Neil Island

Post lunch, I went to the harbor for my ferry back to Port Blair. It took about 3 hours to reach and was almost evening by the time I reached Port Blair. After reaching Port Blair, one can either go out for some souvenir shopping or just relax back in the hotel.

Well, Day 6 was the saddest day for me in the entire trip since it was the last day of the trip. I decided to wake up early and take an auto in and around the city one last time before I left for the airport to take my flight back home.

To be honest, I was quite apprehensive at the beginning of this trip since Andaman and Nicobar Islands is mostly visited by families or honeymooners. But, after my solo trip for 6 days in Andamans, I can happily and confidently share that Andamans is equally welcoming to all travelers alike, especially solo women travelers.

Let me know in the comments what did you like the best from this trip and when are you planning to visit this beautiful, one of kind tropical island if you haven't already.

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My trip to the andaman islands [5 days itinerary].

I made an adventurous and memorable solo travel to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands during the monsoon season. My main focus was to visit islands and beaches during this trip. It was mainly a 5 days trip to South Andaman from Dhaka, Bangladesh . Though it is much hectic to travel a long way to reach after visiting I must say it was the worthy one. There are many top places to visit in the Andaman Islands . And surely I’ll revisit. So here are the details of my trip to the Andaman Islands to help you to plan your trip or tour to this dream destination. And yes, this time also I’ve learned and experienced many new things while traveling solo. Hence you got to read the complete post to know the inside story and many tips as well. 🙂

Table of Contents

• 1 Some Basics About The Andaman and Nicobar Islands
• 2 When To Visit the Andaman Islands?
• 3.1.1.1 Noted
• 3.2.1 Get in Havelock Island
• 3.3.1 Noted
• 3.4.1 Back to Port Blair
• 3.5.1 Last day in the Andaman Islands…
• 3.6 Back To Dhaka
• 3.7 Like This Post? Click To Save To Your Pinterest Board!

Some Basics About The Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are in East India and Port Blair is the capital. Andaman has gone through many tragic times from the British colonization to the tsunami in 2004 but still standing with the  spirit of  confidence . Really there are much to inspire you to visit the Andaman Islands . The captivated beauty of Andaman attracts many tourists every year. This destination is best for adventure travel and must-visit for all nature lovers. In fact, who does not love white sandy beaches with blue water? The best part is that all the beaches are pristine and naturally beautiful. And scuba diving is the must-do activity in the Andaman Islands.

English and Hindi are the official languages in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Bengali, Tamil, and Telugu are the major spoken languages. You’ll find many Bengalis are settled here and their origin is Bangladesh. Most tourists are Bengalis and Tamils from West Bengal and Chennai. The tribals are out of the focus. They are completely different and not available in the populated destinations. Tourists are not allowed to talk and visit them unless permitted by the authorities of the Andaman Government.

When To Visit the Andaman Islands?

The temperature and climate of the Andaman Islands are best for traveling in almost every season. Only during monsoon (June – August) rains excessively and this is the offseason, you’ll find some destinations closed for safety reasons. September to April is the peak season and became overcrowded by tourists. Therefore the beginning of the monsoon in the month of May is the best time to visit the Andaman Islands. To avoid the crowd and enjoy the extreme natural beauty of the Andaman Islands consider to visit in between May and June. There is no winter in the Andaman Islands.

The Andaman Islands 5 Days Itinerary

Port Blair, Hotel GB Oceania, Corbyn’s Cove Beach

Get in Port Blair And…

Whether by air or ship you can reach the main city, Port Blair. It is only possible to travel directly to the Andaman Islands from Kolkata , and Chennai. Government ships operate weekly 3 days and you have to book tickets from those cities or details you can find from Andaman and Nicobar Tourism site. Current airlines those operate to reach Port Blair are Spice Jet, Go Air, and Air India. And it takes 2 hours from Kolkata to reach in the Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair.

Unfortunately, I got a very bad experience and my flights were delayed total 4 hours from Dhaka and Kolkata too. So I’ve reached Port Blair airport in the afternoon (after 3 pm) though I supposed to be by 1 pm Indian time. And one more thing must pre-order your food while collecting your air ticket if you’re flying by Spice Jet. I didn’t know that and 20% extra I paid for one Chicken Roll as bought from the airplane. To save money it is better to carry dry food and water or eat from the outside before taking off the flight.

After collecting my luggage, I directly went to Hotel GB Oceania by tourist AC car from Andaman Travels. And in my entire Port Blair tour, I was guided by Gopi Driver.

Here I made one mistake and came back to the airport again to take the permit paper. So here it is, you got to learn from your mistakes and you’ll definitely remember it.

I wanted to visit the historic Cellular Jail on the first day but couldn’t for the timings. In the evening went to visit Corbyn’s Cove Beach. At 5 pm only it became very dark and nothing but enjoyed walking and the waves sound on the beach. It was drizzling too. I found some local stalls outside of the beach selling many fancy things mainly made out of sea shell and wood.

GB Oceania is a 3-star hotel and located in the center of Port Blair. The modern interior design of this hotel is cool and the room is well-furnished too. This hotel is just 2.6 km from the airport and all the main tourist attractions are nearby only. Breakfast and dinner were complimentary from the Hotel GB Oceania restaurant. In every restaurant in the Andaman Islands, you’ll find mainly South Indian food. It is because here most tourists are from South India.

Here in Port Blair within 9 pm all shops, markets, and all activities do close. The city is normally safe to travel and I found locals are helpful and cooperative. And all kinds of transport facility are there but two-wheelers are more. There are many hotels and restaurants in many ranges and budgets in the city. Many mobile networks do operate in the Andaman Islands but Internet speed is not faster, much expensive, and not available everywhere.

So, it depends on your time, schedule, and interest on the FIRST DAY you can visit Cellular Jail, Light and Sound Show at Cellular Jail, and Corbyn’s Cove Beach. Even you can move around nearby in the city.

• All foreign tourists must collect permit paper from the Immigration section at Port Blair airport. Otherwise, you’ll not be allowed to stay at any hotels and visit any places.
• Must carry your Passport, Permit Paper, and Identity Card (for Indians) wherever you visit in the Andaman Islands.
• Go through the permit paper where every necessary detail you’ll find to help you travel safely in the Andaman Islands.
• Must return your permit paper after collecting air ticket while leaving Andaman after your trip.

Makruzz, Havelock Island, Ocean Blue Resort, Vijaynagar Beach, Radhanagar Beach

Get in Havelock Island

Next day after an early breakfast started to leave for Havelock Island , the main attraction in the entire Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Presently the only way to reach Havelock Island from Port Blair is the ferry. There are some private cruises and government ferries to reach you to the Havelock Island. You can book respective ferry tickets from the ferry office in the Port Blair harbor. In fact in the Andaman Islands, you can visit various islands by the ferry service and this is the best way to hop from one island to another island.

I traveled by Makruzz, private cruise in a deluxe class. There are three classes (Premium, Deluxe, and Royal). It costs me 1150 Rs per ticket. It was a very pleasant experience, very good service, cooperative crews and safe too. You’ll get a complimentary meal too during your journey. It took just one and half hours to reach Havelock Ferry Ghat.

How beautiful is Havelock I understood from the ferry ghat itself, it is actually the beach no. 1. There are many top beaches in Havelock Island and many water activities are must do things here. In the morning at 9:45 am I’ve reached Ocean Blue Resort in Havelock Island by another Tourist Car service. There are many resorts and also budget hotels in Havelock but it is best to stay beside any beach though it’ll be a bit expensive.

I completely loved my 2 nights stay at Ocean Blue Resort. This resort is very close to the Vijaynagar beach and so I chose to stay here. Breakfast and dinner were complimentary from this resort. The room is well decorated with all necessary things. What I loved most is the beautiful garden of many colorful flowers of this resort.

Just before lunch made my first visit to Vijaynagar beach (Beach no. 5). This was an awesome experience and such a picturesque beach it is! I loved the greenish-blue watercolor of this beach and there are many Mahua and Coconut trees. And spending some moments here was blissful.

There are some restaurants nearby Ocean Blue Resort. Best to try seafood here. I took plain Paratha and Tuna fish curry for lunch from Nadav’s Place. This restaurant runs by Ocean Blue Resort and Blue Bird Resort. And food is too pricey here though tasty.

And afternoon went to visit Asia’s famous Radhanagar Beach (Beach no. 7). Radhanagar beach is the main attraction among tourists in Havelock Island and became popular worldwide in 2004. It listed as Asia’s Best Beach by the Time magazine.

Now Radhanagar Beach holds the 64 number among the Top 100 beaches in the world by CNN. This beach is just 10 km from Ocean Blue resort. The sandy beach, blue water, and the sunset moments can be your lifetime experience. Here outside the beach, you’ll get many local shops selling local fresh fruits and coconut water but all are pricey comparatively other beaches on Havelock Island.

The second day you can visit Radhanagar Beach, Vijaynagar beach, and Govindnagar beach (Beach no. 3) also if it is near to your resort. And must try Sea Food at Red Snappers, best in Havelock Island.

Havelock Island, Vijaynagar Beach, Scuba Dive, Kalapathar Beach, Nadav’s Place

I started my second day with a long walk at the Vijaynagar Beach in Havelock Island. The sky was unclear, I wanted to see the sunrise but couldn’t rather enjoy the calmness and serenity of this beach. I photographed a lot here. I met one Telegu family here who stayed in the same resort and found many came for a morning walk. Just opposite of this beach is the Dolphin Resort and so this beach seems like a private beach.

I supposed to go to visit the Elephant Beach, best for snorkeling and other water activities. But due to bad weather, this beach was closed for tourists. But by trekking was possible to visit, I didn’t as the road condition was not that good.

Then I decided to go for Scuba Diving at Nemo Reef nearby the Beach no. 2 from Blue Corals Dive. I never thought I can be able to do it but I was super excited and too much happy with the beauty of the underwater world. It was 9.9 meters deep dive for 30 minutes. It costs me 2500 Rs. with photos and videos. How fascinating it was to see many coral reefs, colorful fishes, especially Nemo fish and many unknown sea fishes!

I would never go for scuba diving if Elephant Beach is opened for snorkeling and so it was good for one sense. Those happened happens for good. No problem in my future Andaman tour I’ll not miss visiting Elephant Beach. Hope for the best. 🙂

In the afternoon, it was pleasant and had a nice time at Kalapathar Beach . It just takes 7 to 10 minutes by car to reach this beach from the resort. I found all the beaches here in Havelock well managed by the authorities. All are much aware of cleanliness on the beaches. Here outside the beach, you’ll find many coconut shops and must drink coconut water at less price (just 15 Rs.) per coconut but fresh and sweet water.

My last dinner at Nadav’s Place in Havelock Island became a sweet memory with the local sweets (Rasgulla) and it was truly tasty.

The third day must try scuba diving nearby from the reputed dive school. Elephant beach is the must-visit destination for the whole day. Neither you should miss visiting Kalapathar Beach. It depends on your choices and the nature of your trip.

• Havelock Island is pristine, beautiful, and remote land but safe to travel alone or in a group. Here internet speed is too slow than Port Blair.
• After the evening, it is safe not to stay on any beach and sometimes not permitted by the beach authorities unless any activities made by the respective resorts nearby the beach in Havelock Island.
• Must concern about safety while going for any water activities on the island and beaches. I always listen to my instinct while traveling solo and it works well.

Port Blair, Cellular Jail, Corbyn’s Cove Beach, Munda Pahar Beach, Hotel GB Oceania

Back to Port Blair

On the fourth day after a breakfast, I checked out from Ocean Blue Resort and came back Port Blair by Makruzz.

I collected the ticket from the ferry ghat office which was already booked. I reached Port Blair before 1 pm and decided to visit Cellular Jail. But before that went shopping at the Sagarekha Emporium. There were many rare collections of artistic sea shell and wood crafts. You can buy for home decorations or as gift items.

It was worth to visit Kala Pani or Cellular Jail which established between 1896 – 1906. Cellular Jail has been used by the British to deport political prisoners to the remote Andaman Sea. A must-visit destination to know the history of the Andaman Islands. Here you’ve to collect ticket (30 Rs. per person) before entering and you can also take Guide with you. I explored alone on every floor and there are many museums to visit.

Cellular Jail is now represented as National Memorial Monument. It was amazing to see the remote view of the Andaman from the Tower of the Cellular Jail. You can even see Ross Island, North Bay Island, and the lighthouse from here.

After that, I went to explore Corbyn’s Cove Beach . Here you’ll really love the rows of the long coconut trees and it was beautiful in the daytime. I enjoyed Jet Skiing here, for some minutes it cost 350 Rs. There are other adventurous activities too here like speed boat ride, banana ride, and sofa ride. There is one island here, known as Snake Island.

My South Andaman trip over with a visit to Munda Pahar Beach nearby Chidiyatapu. It was thrilling to reach Munda Pahar while saw many long green trees both the side of the road. There are various trees in the Munda Pahar Beach. Many uprooted trees created an extra beauty entire the beach. Just before sunset, it was amazing and this place was very windy too.

I wanted to go for a Light and Sound show at the Cellular Jail in the evening. But there was a long queue and could not manage the ticket. After the evening, there was one show for 1 hour but didn’t feel to go for it as it will be late and I was too exhausted. Actually, I wanted to go for it on the first day but schedule changed for the delay of the flights and that day this show was close to the public due to some VIP guests.

At night, I enjoyed a buffet dinner at the Hotel GB Oceania restaurant. I slept early as next day will leave Port Blair for Dhaka.

The fourth day you can even visit Ross Island, North Bay Island those are very near to the city. North Bay Island is also best for Scuba Diving, Sea Walk, and Glass Bottom Boat Ride.

Last day in the Andaman Islands…

I checked out from Hotel GB Oceania after breakfast. I was happy to manage a window seat while coming back and enjoyed the extreme beauty of the Andaman Islands from the sky.

The total Port Blair airport area is No Photography zone. Before taking off I took some photos but later came to know it is better not to put the airport photos online. It is a defense airfield and has strategic importance to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Back To Dhaka

My whole trip to the Andaman Islands was interesting and enjoyable besides the boring time for the delay flights in Kolkata. Literally, I’ve reached Dhaka on 02 June. It was 2 hours late for Biman Airlines. So I had reached home after 12 am. Thankfully I could be able to manage Green Bangla Taxi Cab service from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka. Their service was really good and it was safe too. Furthermore, it really needs guts while traveling solo but every new experience teaches me new lessons. In the end, I’m the happiest to collect memories, not things by traveling. 🙂

However, the first visit will not let you explore everything due to time and many circumstances. And I believe every place should be visited many times to explore the best way. Therefore I’m hoping to visit again the magical Andaman Islands!

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Nafisa Habib

Nafisa Habib loves nature and often got fascinated by old beautiful architecture. Here she is with My Own Way To Travel to share her adventures on the road. To her nothing is so interesting than exploring new destinations around. And knowing a new culture and meeting new peoples on the road? Oh, yeah she just loves that too.

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The below given Andaman budget tour packages come with three of the rarest guarantees, which include:

Best Price Guaranteed:

We have the lowest rates in Andaman and we are proud of it. How we achieve this is very simple: We use our own cars, boats and other transportation and have a long standing, amazing relationships with the best hotels in Andaman,that we have identified over the years. This enables us to provide the packages at a price, which is simply un-matchable.

If you do however find a lower price (which has never happened before), we are ready to refund the difference and match the price. No Questions Asked.

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This helps you to know what the money you paid was spent for and how much discount we got for you. The final bill will include every information about different charges incurred during your trip, including, Cars, Cruises,Hotels, Ferries, Water Sports, and our service charge.

And no, we won’t dupe you with the retail price like it’s usually done by everyone, we will show the actual price that we got it for.

And no, we won’t show you the retail price which everyone else does, we will show the actual price that we got it for.

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With our team of on ground staff, you will never feel left out, no matter where you visit.

Andamans can be a bit out-of-reach, due to poor internet connectivity and unreliable mobile network, with our team available at all locations with you, you’ll never have to worry about anything other than enjoyment. And no, we won’t meddle and trespass on your trip, you are coming to Andaman to enjoy the time with your family and that’s what you’ll get. We will keep our distance as you like.

All Andaman packages with cost on budget:

Planning your andaman vacation under budget:.

There are hundreds of providers in all around India offering Tour Packages to Andaman in Budget, while it’s also true that, most of them have never visited Andaman themselves.

Are you really paying the best price for your Andaman tour? Or are you getting duped with referrers, affiliates and secondary reseller agents?

First of all, like every other destination, some of the tourist places in Andaman and Nicobar is cheaper to visit and some who cost almost double the price of travel.

Knowing which places come under your budget, will help you decide your package faster. Follow the below information to find out:

Best places to add on your package when traveling in under budget:

Here are some of the best places in Andaman you can visit without having to exceed your budget.

These places are sorted based on beauty and cost of traveling:

Port Blair:

This is simple. Port Blair is where you will arrive and this is where you will start your trip, so there will be no additional ferry or cruise charge to explore this place.

So, this is one of the best places to add to your itinerary.

There are several attractions in Port Blair which are relatively cheaper than other which include:

• Corbyn’s Cove Beach
• Cellular Jail with Light and Sound Show
• Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex
• Chatham Saw Mill
• Samudrika, Anthropological, Fisheries Museums.

These are some other places, which are a bit expensive to visit, because of the transportation charges:

• Wandoor Beach
• Chidiya tapu and Mundapahar Beach

North Bay is a haven for water sports in Andaman and is really close to Port Blair which means the transportation charges are less and can be added to your budget package, without second thoughts.

The complete round trip to the place can cost a few hundred rupees, and the bonus is that you can also include Ross Island on this trip to get around 30% extra off on the trip.

One more thing to add is that, there are no hotels in North Bay which means you’ll have to stay in Port Blair, and this is actually good, I’ll explain it later as we move on.

Ross Island:

Another great place, loved by tourists which is really closer to Port Blair is Ross Island , in fact, it is easily visible from the water sports complex.

The trip to Ross is under everyone’s budget as the ticket costs are low and there are a lot of boats available to visit here. Adding North Bay together with this on the same day will help you save more on a round trip easily.

Havelock Island:

Havelock is one of the top-rated places in India and must be on your visit list. Although the charges for cruise and hotels can make the trip a bit expensive, it is totally worth it.

The main issue lies here is the hotel charges. Havelock is flocked with a lot of tourists and therefore, the pricing for rooms can get really high sometimes, reaching around 25-K during season.

If you’d like to save more on your trip, you can opt not to stay in Havelock Island , and return to Port Blair after sightseeing.

Here is the list of places that are relatively cheaper to visit in Havelock:

• Radhanagar Beach
• Kalapathar Beach

These are the places that are a bit expensive, due to additional boat and travel charges:

• Elephant Beach

This is because, the Elephant Beached has to be reached by a boat ride and can cost around a thousand rupees to reach there.

The beach is famous for water sports but, the pricing for water sports is higher here due to demand. If you’d really like to do water sports,you can opt for North Bay, which has the same variety of activities, at the lowest pricing in Andamans.

One more thing is that, the trip to the beach takes one whole day, and if you are looking to add it to your Budget Package, then a day’s stay in Andaman would be required.

Neil Island:

Neil Island can be a great place to visit on your trip and besides the cruise cost, there isn’t much to it, so you can easily add it to your budget tour package.

The island is small and cabs can be hired or bikes can be rented easily to explore the place. Make sure to pre-book everything because public transports are very less.

Also, hotels in Neil island can add up easily so make sure to either return back to Port Blair or research thoroughly.

Places that can get a bit expensive:

• Red Skin Island

‍ Which hotels to choose for a budget tour?

Choosing a hotel in Port Blair will help you save more on your trip because there are a lot of hotels here and the pricing is competitive, unlike Havelock, which at times seems unfair for the tariff they charge for some people.

Whether you are planning a trip to Havelock, Neil Island or any other island, returning to Port Blair in the evening will save you more money, even if we include the cruise charges.

But for most of the people, the trip is not complete without staying at the island, and therefore we recommend staying for at least one day in Havelock.

Now, we won’t leave you there, as we have selected the best hotels in Andaman for you.

Best hotels in Andaman under budget:

There are a lot of hotels in Andaman from cheap ones to exceedingly expensive. But there are only a few that offer superior value for money, for the stay they provide.

The hotels contained in this list have proven to be the best at the price range, make sure to select one of them to add to your budget package to Andaman.

There are a lot of hotels and resorts in Port Blair that gives you a myriad of choices ranging from Rs. 1500-3500 in the budget category. We will list only the best in the series that we like them. These hotels are in Port Blair and located close to either the main city or the airport so you can save more on cabs and other transportation.

• Hotel Gaj International
• Hotel Marina Manor
• Hotel Shine View
• Andaman Residency
• Hotel Marine View
• SL International
• Hotel Adarsh
• Vedant Residency

These are the best hotels in Havelock sorted according to budget. If you’d like to stay in Havelock, make sure to add one of them to your tour package.

• Aurora Beach Resort
• Green Valley Beach Resort
• V Knot residency
• Gold India Beach Resort
• Gold Star Beach resort

These are the best rated and verified hotel in the Neil Island. Although, not staying in Neil Island is what we usually recommend as it is a small island that can be explored in a day, you can opt for these if you are planning to stay there. To find the cheapest hotels, Bharatpur beach is the best spot, because there are lots of them who offer great prices and you can also visit the beach whenever you like.

Here are some of the good ones:

• Coco-n-huts beach resort
• Hotel Amulya
• Blue stone Lodge
• Hotel Kingfisher

Top budget activities you can add to your tour package:

Snorkeling:

Snorkeling is one of the most famous sports in Andaman,which also comes at a fair price, so you can easily add it to you budget tour package in Andaman. The activity can be done on specific beaches only. The most famous ones being the North Bay Beach and the Elephant Beach.

The pricing of snorkeling is the cheapest at North Bay, closely followed by Elephant Beach, but as discussed earlier, reaching elephant beach can cost a bit extra.

Jet Skiing:

Jet skiing delivers the rush and splashes and is an activity that can be done by anyone. It is available on various islands in Andaman including Port Blair, Havelock Island, Neil Island and North Bay. Learn more about it here .

If you looking to find the cheapest jet skiing here, you can do this activity at the water sports complex in Port Blair, next best selection would be North bay, closely followed by Elephant Beach.

Banana Ride:

Banana Ride is best enjoyed with the whole family and is one of the top-rated casual water sports in Andaman. The ride takes you to the sea to explore, splash, and fall from the banana, which refreshes you and gives the rush.

The best place to do it in budget would be the water sports complex in Port Blair, followed by North Bay and then the Elephant Beach.

Sofa ride takes you on an adventure to the sea and lets you ride the waves, powered by a speed boat. The ride can be either done with the whole family or couples and is recommended for people who’d like to do something different this vacation.

This activity is only available at North Bay which is good because the pricing is the lowest at this destination.

Glass Bottom Boats:

Glass Bottom Boat rides lets you experience the under water world without having to go through the trouble of going into the water.

As the name suggests, the boat has a magnifying see through glass at its bottom that lets you see through the waters and explore the fishes and other marine life inside.

Now, there are 2 types of glass bottom boats present in Andaman, which offer different rates.

The normal glass boat is priced at Rs.400/- on average while the more advanced, Dolphin Glass Bottom Boat is priced at Rs. 1500/- and delivers a premium viewing experience.

Sofa ride can be found at the best price in the Water Sports Complex, closely followed by North Bay Island and then the Bharatpur Beach in the Neil Island and finally Elephant Beach at Havelock Island.

‍ How cheap can a budget vacation to Andaman get?

Andaman can be fairly expensive to travel because there are lesser number of cabs and no Uber or Ola is present here currently. The only way to travel is by either public transportation or pre-booked cabs. Although public transportation is relatively cheaper, it can be a hassle to keep track of timings. This is the reason why most people prefer to travel with pre-booked cabs.

Can’t I just book a cab after getting here?

Yes you can, but pre-booking helps you save more as cabs on the spot can charge you more for the day because they are independent.

Coming to the question, our packages start form Rs. 3400/-which is the cheapest in Andaman by far.

The pricing depends mainly on the number on islands you will visit and the hotels at that particular island.

Hotels at some islands are more expensive than others as discussed above, which can add to the total trip cost.

Moreover, the transportation can also add up if you choose cruise instead of Government Ferry. We put cruises on all our tours because it offers a comfortable travel experience and the ferry is usually reserved for the islanders.

Is it necessary to get a tour package to Andamans?

Although it is not necessary, it is recommended. Not because we are trying to sell you a tour, but because last minute change of ferry timings,closing of attractions due to bad weather, ticket demands, cab availability, attraction closed on specific days of the week and much more, are a common thing in the islands.

There are lots of variables when you plan a vacation here,which is hard to keep track of.

We are sure you can handle the planning really well, but make sure to keep everything in check before visiting here. To learn more about planning a trip to Andaman by yourself, you can read this article .

How much should be my budget for Andaman Nicobar Trip?

The packaged budget vacations listed here are the lowest you can go while on your trip, without excluding any destination in a given island. Now that's out of the way, the trip cost will depend for the number of days you are visiting. Here is the list that shows our lowest day wise tour cost.

• 2 Nights and 3 Days: 3300
• 3 Nights and 4 Days: 8150
• 4 Nights and 5 Days: 9,300
• 5 Nights and 6 Days: 14,800
• 6 Nights and 7 Days: 18,490
• 7 Nights and 8 Days: 19,850

These are atleast 30% lower than OTA's and travel agencies because you will be getting a tour directly from us (Tour Operators), hence no additional costs or fees is added to the trip. Moreover, the tour will be same or in most cases, better than OTA's because no matter where you get the package from, you will be touring with locals only, as they are the ones present in Andaman.

We are proud of having the lowest rates in Andaman without sacrificing tour quality, by removing destinations from the package, like most operators do.

You can simply fill the form below and request a free quote to check it out.

Will I save more by traveling myself to Andaman or by getting a tour package?

For this you will have to take into consideration several factors. Independent cabs can get expensive in Andamans when compared to a DMC because we operate with fixed schedules and have proper list of places to visit.

Moreover, relations with cruises, and hotels all throughout Andamans helps us get the actual best pricing for them, that isn’t available any where else.

You can probably save more if planned correctly but collectively a package takes into consideration, all of your needs and comes as bundle with proper discounts, so you can save more.

Check for these while getting a tour from any agency:

• Make sure the travel agent is not a reseller and is an actual DMC in Andamans.
• Check to see I they are registered with the A&N administration. Genuine DMC’s always provide a copy of their registration when asked for.
• Check for genuine reviews on Google to see if they are a good fit for you.
• Ask for transparent pricing, and a breakup of all costs incurred during your trip.
• Beware of fraud. Over the years, we have seen that, several websites sell Andaman Islands, by using images of other destinations, which we think is highly unethical.

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9 Top Places To Visit In Andaman

1. havelock island.

Famous For: Swimming elephants, colorful reef

Average price for hotel*: INR 4,166 for 3-star hotel, INR 8,377 for 4-star hotel

Best Time To Visit: December to February

Ideal duration: 3 Days

Packages Starting from*: INR 14,353

Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: Radhanagar Beach, Kalapathar Beach, Elephant Beach, Vijaynagar Beach

Travellers Review: 4.1/5 (based on 1231 reviews)

The beauty of Havelock Island cannot be described in words. The clean, neat, and spacious beaches of Havelock Island are always filled with tourists. It is also a spot to perform various activities such as scuba diving, sea walking, and snorkeling. There are many significant beaches at Havelock Island such as Elephant beach and Kalapathar. These beaches are so amazing and picturesque that no tourist can miss experiencing such beauty.

2. Radhanagar Beach

Famous For: Crystal clear water, adventurous sports, scuba diving, nature walk

Ideal duration: 3-5 hours

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Travellers Review: 4.3/5 (based on 5327 reviews )

If you ask about the most famous beach of Andaman, then it would be undoubtedly the crystal clear, Radhanagar beach. This beach is regarded as one amongst the 7 best beaches in the world. Watching the glorious sunset from the Radhanagar beach is bliss. It is also famous for swimming.

3. Cellular Jail

Famous For: National monument, museum

Best Time To Visit: 9:00 am to 12:30 pm & 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Ideal duration: 2-3 Hours

Travellers Review: 4.3/5 (based on 5328 reviews )

Your trip to Andaman demands to visit this place. Cellular jail had some 663 cells. And this prison holds some of the well-known people who were imprisoned by the Britishers during Independence such as Vinayak Savarkar, Batukeshwar Dutt, and many more. This jail is now declared as the national museum and is a pilgrimage for the people across the globe.

4. Samudrika Marine Museum

Famous For: Museum showing marine life, collections of fishes and corals and shells

Best Time To Visit: 3:00 am to 5:30 pm

This is another place at Andaman which no tourist can afford to miss. This museum is run by the Indian navy, and it was built mostly importantly to create an awareness among the people about marine life. At Samudrika museum you will get to know about different marine lives and how you can protect them. Amazing! Isn’t it!?

5. Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

Famous For: Flora, fauna, marine life, boat ride, picnic spot

Best Time To Visit: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

This is another famous tourist attraction in Andaman. It was for on 24th May 1983. The rich marine life of Mahatma Gandhi Marine National park comprises of a variety of coral reefs, starfish, vivid fishes, turtles, shells, salt-water crocodile, and so on. One can also find many birds over there such as white-bellied ocean hawk, terns, swifts, heron, and some more. Enjoy exotic wildlife in the national park with Andaman budget tour packages .

6. Viper Island

Famous For: Historical sites, serene vistas

Best Time To Visit: October to March

Ideal duration: 4-5 Days

Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: The jail, Water Sports Complex, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Anthropological Museum, Forest Museum, Jarwa Reserve

Travellers Review: 4.3/5 (based on 5338 reviews )

Positioned near Port Blair Harbour, Viper Island is a perfect place for travelers who are history enthusiasts or for the ones looking for some tranquility amidst untouched nature. You can enjoy a tour of the old jail building and while you are enjoying a lovely boat journey, you can also view the main port and navy ships of Port Blair.

7. Neil Island

Famous For: Clean beaches, natural rock arch, beach resorts, coral reefs

Average price for hotel*: INR 3,505 for 3-star hotel, INR 6,544 for 4-star hotel

Best Time To Visit: October to May

Ideal duration: 3-4 Days

Packages Starting from*: INR 17,282

Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: Howrah Bridge, Bharatpur Bridge, Ramnagar Beach, Laxmanpur Beach

Travellers Review: 4.3/5 (based on 6662 reviews)

One of the best islands in Andaman, Neil Island is swarmed by numerous local as well as international travelers. The island is widely famous for its clean white sandy beaches, biodiversity, lush tropical forests and unexplored coral reefs. It is ideal for travelers who wish to enjoy some leisure time to indulge in water sports.

8. Baratang Island

Famous For: scintillating beaches, mangrove creeks, a mud volcano, limestone caves

Best Time To Visit: November to February

Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: Lalaji Bay Beach, Wondrous Parrot Island, Baludera Beach, Spike

Island Wildlife Sanctuary, Merk Bay Beach

Featuring impressive and dense mangrove creeks, Baratang Island is renowned for its natural wonders. Apart from this, mud volcanoes also make this island a great attraction point for vacationers. For those who are looking for some peaceful time amidst serene nature, this is the perfect place to be.

9. Rutland Island

Famous For: Water sports like snorkeling, sea walking, fishing

Best Time To Visit: December to June

Ideal duration: 4 Days

Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: Marine life, Turtle Breeding Center,

Travellers Review: 4.6/5 (based on 532 reviews )

Lined with serene beaches, Rutland Island is a hidden gem in Andman island. It's a perfect place for travelers who wish to connect with nature amidst peaceful surroundings. Other than this, the island is also famous for offering travelers to indulge in various kinds of water activities such as snorkeling, sea walking, fishing, diving, and many more.

Best Time to Visit Andaman

Andaman, a breath-taking archipelago is one of the union territories of India. With our Andaman budget tour package, you will not only get to explore its pleasant beaches, fascinating marine life, and coral reefs; but it will also leave you with one of the most soul-soothing experience for life. Get rid of the hustle and bustle of city life and avail our Andaman budget packages to make your holidays memorable. To witness a colorful and beautiful underwater life through scuba diving and snorkeling visit Andaman from October to May.

The weather in Andaman Island is mostly pleasant throughout the year because of its rich beaches surrounded all over. Though the ideal time to visit Andaman is from October to May. You will experience the calmness amidst the pure, fresh air and the pleasant breeze. If you plan to visit Andaman during the summer, then you can partake in some famous water sports like scuba diving and paragliding.

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Luckykiran's 4 days trip to Andaman

I have contacted travel traingle for my Andman trip on a couple package with infant, I have received multiple agent from which I've choosen LazyYatra as which is budget friendly and good follow up. As promised they have Provided iternary trip in smooth and convenient and we didn't face any hurdles from agent but only thing is that monsoon rain has little upset for us due to rain we missed Elephant beach, etc.. but otherwise everything looks good , and I want to add on hotel the provided rooms are pretty small which is Little conjuncted to stay

Luckykiran Hyderabad

Raj's 5 days trip to Andaman

Very good experience with jubilant travels. Special mention to our trip Co-ordinators Ms. Anitha and Ms. Salomi for their follow-up throughout the trip. Was a Memorable family trip to Andaman.

Raj Kumar Chennai

Karthik's 4 days trip to Andaman

It was wonderful trip with My trip lab Scuba diving, snorkeling was wonderful

Karthik M Bengaluru

Shivamb's 6 days trip to Andaman

The trip was amazing, and is going to be Montrose memorable for the rest of our lives. Everything was good: visits to all the beaches, places, etc. We couldn’t cover Light Show (due to rain) and Chidiya Tapu (due to public holiday), rest everything was as per the plan. Hotel in Port Blair was very good. Havelock’s and Neil’s hotel did had some issues in its bathroom, but it’s fine. Best part of the trip was the people. Our drivers, agents and everyone who became a part of our trip. Radhanagar beach was the best. And ofcourse the drivers and agents, they were very nice and helpful.

Shivamb Kolkata

Yuvaraj's 5 days trip to Andaman

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Karthik's 5 days trip to Andaman

We had a wonderful trip to Andaman & Nicobar Islands with smooth arrangements made throughout, right from airport departure and return. Must say that this will be one of our best and memorable trips to cherish for a lifetime. We wish to convey our heartfelt thanks to Anita ji from Jubilant Travels who planned our trip considering my health and ensured our safety throughout and carefully planned our itinerary thereby covering most of the best places there. Remarkable experience! Heartiest thanks to Travel Triangle, Jubilant, and the whole team at Andaman, right from the local travel coordinators to the drivers, the hotel accommodation team, the ferry rides @ Macruz (best) and Nautika, the wheelchair assists at every place, and everyone who were involved to making our journey a spectacular one! Kudos to all. We totally recommend Travel Triangle and must mention Jubilant Travels who are the partners, thanks once again Anita ji for giving us a lovely and considerate trip. Every place visited (magnificent and scenic beaches, well maintained with crystal clear waters and water sports arranged with utmost safety @ Corbin's Cove, Radha Nagar- Havelock, Kala Pathhar- Havelock, the private beach at Lemon Grass Resort, Port Blair view from De Pebbles Hotel) will leave a lasting mark and keep lingering in our minds and hearts! We heartfully wish to visit Andaman again. A must mention is the Cellular Jail visit & the dazzling light show which took us aback and erupted the patriotic soul from inside, the vivid and educational narration and visuals capturing the struggles and tortures of the prisoners and the freedom fighters was one helluva show..Salutes! A special mention is about our last minute visit to the Ross Islands...Anuradha ji, the deer & peacock enchantress accompanied us throughout the monumental island, guiding us explaining the significance of each of the place there, in the battery car ride. A great & selfless woman who has been fighting to preserve/save these godly animals from going into extinction- the peacocks, deers, squirrels, birds, etc by taking immense care of them, feeding them as their godly mother, adorably calling out to her children she has named each one of these creatures..a true and warm Protagonist indeed- and we got to get so close to these stupendous creatures and spent a quality time! Proud to have visited such a historical city @ Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Jai Hind!

Karthik Siva Chennai

Kiran's 8 days trip to Andaman

Service was good. Faced some minor hicups. Overall good.

Kiran Kalburgi Kashmir

Sravan's 6 days trip to Andaman

We are family of four, me and my wife and 2 young boys. It was a well planned trip taken care by Raji and Anil. Raji mam has initially helped us plan and scheduled the trip and Anil Sir has been taking good care during the trip. Everything went well as planned and discussed with Raji. There were no surprises or hidden charges anywhere during the trip. All the coordinators in the Andaman islands communicate quite well and always be on time. The whole team are available all the time and happy to help. Easy to reach them via call or WhatsApp. Heartfelt thanks to Andaman Sai holidays Team for the best Andaman experience we had.

Sravan Potnuru Hyderabad

Manasaanand's 5 days trip to Andaman

I stumbled upon this website while looking for an option to travel with my little one for a mini vacation., undoubtedly the best decision to go ahead and use their services. Very professional and friendly. I booked my packages via Jubilant travel to Andaman and it was just done perfectly. Shout out to Anita for being nothing but the best. Looking forward to doing many more holidays.

Manasaanand Hyderabad

Poongkundranp's 5 days trip to Andaman

Overall it was good only vehicle in port blair wasn’t good apart from that everything was very well curated and organised ,soulful trip.

Poongkundranp Chennai

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Hotels in andaman by star ratings, property types in andaman, faqs for andaman, do we need a passport when planning to visit andaman.

Andaman is a part of India, therefore no passport is required for Indian citizens to visit Andaman.

Can you name some of the famous restaurants of Andaman?

The Mandalay Restaurant, Annapurna Restaurant, the Bayview at Port Blair are some well-known restaurants in Andaman.

How far is Port Blair from Andaman Island?

The distance between Andaman and Port Blair is approximately 50.2 km.

Is it possible to reach Andaman Island by air?

Yes, it is possible to reach Andaman Island by air. There is the Port Blair Airport, also known as the Veer Savarkar International Airport.

How can we reach Andaman except by air?

You can go to Port Blair, the capital of Andaman by sea as well.

Places To Visit In Andaman

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Saddle Peak In Andaman

Saddle Peak is the highest peak that is there in the entire Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is a part of a town called Diglipur that is situated in the Northern Andaman area. The peak offers a panoramic view of an abundance of natural beauty around. It is quite famous amongst the hikers and trekkers who are looking for an e...

Campbell Bay In Andaman

A part of the Great Nicobar Island, the village of Campbell Bay relaxes in all its glory in the southernmost part of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is the main headquarters of the Great Nicobar Islands. There is so much to see and do here in the bay, like the popular Indira Point and the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve.

Havelock Island In Andaman

Andaman and Nicobar islands are home to various islands with diverse flora and fauna. One such marvelous island is Havelock Island in Andaman. It is one of the most sought after tourist destinations of the Andaman Islands. Not only is it an alluring tourist spot but also an amazing place to spot swimming elephants and cor...

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Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park In Andaman

The Andaman Islands are home to many bewitching wonders and one of them is the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park . This national park is one of the most visited places in the Andaman Islands since it is the nesting ground of sea turtles. Moreover, the underwater world of the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is also home...

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Mount Harriet National Park in Andaman

Mount Harriet National Park is located in the hills of south Andaman region. The area covered by the park is 4.62 square kilometers. It is located just 30 km away from the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Port Blair. Moreover, Port Blair act as a connecting point for Mount Harriet National Park. with an elevation of ...

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Things To Do In Andaman

Your list of the best things to do, compiled on the basis of actual traveler experiences

Bird Watching in Andaman

One of the most popular things to do in Andaman is bird watching. It is known as a silent adventure activity, quite liked by not just ornithologists but also those in love with nature and all its creatures. The wetlands of Port Blair in Andaman is one of the best places to indulge in this activity. Bird watching in Andaman ...

Scuba Diving in Andaman

Scuba Diving in Andaman is a popular pastime for tourists who want to explore the majestic underwater world. Andaman is quite famous for being home to an exquisite coral reef, and colorful schools of fish of every size and shape. Due to the absence of predatory fish near the beaches and coral reefs, it is a safe place to go...

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Sea Walk in Andaman

Sea walk Andaman is one of the many adventure activities offered by the island that tourists must indulge in, for an otherworldly experience. Seawalk in Havelock Island is an activity in which a large glass dome is placed over a person’s head, while oxygen is fed into the dome via a tube. The person is lowered on the seabed...

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Trekking in Andaman

If you are planning to go trekking in Andaman , then you are in luck since there are several options to choose from. Although Andaman is famed to be a paradise for watersports lovers and beach bunnies, but it is also a good place for lovers of nature trails and amazing treks that can leave one breathless and giddy. The best ...

Snorkeling In Andaman

Snorkeling in Andaman is a famous water sport, where you can get face-to-face with the underwater world. Don’t worry if you haven’t tried it before, with a little practice you can dive in like a pro and get up close to the colorful fishes and beautiful coral reefs. The beaches of Andaman are blessed with the hidden treasure...

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Shopping In Andaman

You will be able to shop and explore some of the very affordable and best shopping places in Andaman with our cheap Andaman tour packages . There are many shopping areas in Andaman which are famous for Pearl related stuff such as Uncut Black Pearl, Coral gemstones, black pearl bracelet, Uncut White Pearl, and many more. Some of the best markets to enjoy a shopping spree include:

• Sagarika Government Emporium
• Andaman Handicraft Emporium
• Aberdeen Bazaar
• Queen Sea Covering Craft
• Electrical Plaza
• Beach Markets

Food In Andaman

The popular food dishes in Andaman consists of Fish Curry, Amritsari kulcha, Chilli Curry, Macher Jhol, Chicken Tikka Masala, Coconut Prawn Curry, and Barbeque Food. You can try these delicacies in Full Moon Cafe, Annapurna Restaurant, New Lighthouse Restaurant, Amaya Lounge Bar, Bonova Cafe and Pub, Mandalay Restaurant, Fat Martin Cafe, and Anju Coco. Andaman budget holiday packages give you ample time to explore the local areas in your leisure time and grab some authentic local cuisine at cafes and restaurants.

The traditional foods of the Andaman islands will let you enjoy a lovely mealtime. The popular food dishes in Andaman consists of Fish Curry, Amritsari kulcha, Chilli Curry, Macher Jhol, Chicken Tikka Masala, Coconut Prawn Curry, and Barbeque Food. There are several restaurants that offer you to savor various kinds of delicacies. Some of the best restaurants in Andaman are:

• Anju-Coco Resto
• New Lighthouse Restaurant
• Annapurna Cafeteria
• B3 – Barefoot Bar & Brasserie
• Red Snapper
• Gagan Restaurant
• Snorkeling at North Bay Island and Elephant Beach.
• Try scuba diving and banana boat rides in Andaman.
• Glass bottom boat ride and see beautiful underwater world
• Explore parasailing and trekking in Andaman
• Enjoy watching a patriotic light and sound show at the Cellular Jail
• Capture the phenomenon of bioluminescence at Havelock Island.
• Include the activity to swim with elephants at Havelock Island in your Andaman budget trip plan .
• Experience an aura of mini Phuket or Krabi by going for caving at the Baratang Island
• Capture a great variety of birds at the Chidiya Tapu
• Spot the lively and playful creatures called dolphins at Havelock Island.
• Enjoy kayaking amidst the mangrove forest at Mayabunder
• Witness a real volcano at the Barren Island
• Explore the beauty of exotic coral reefs at the North Bay Island

Andaman is a very scenic destination in India that will take you close to nature. From thrilling water sports to witnessing the best sunset views, Andaman has everything to offer you for a perfect holiday vacation. Book our Andaman budget tour packages in order to get the experience at pocket-friendly prices.

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Ultimate Guide to Honeymoon in the Andamans

Written By Manveenaa Bhasker on December 06, 2021 Planning Your Holiday Holiday Ideas

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You always knew that when and if you ever got married, you’d honeymoon on a tropical, dreamy island with the love of your life by your side? Join the gang! 

In this blog, we’re going to tell you why and mostly, how you can plan your Honeymoon to the Andamans. It’ll give you all the clarity you need on how you can make the most of your Honeymoon on the romantic haven that is the Andaman Islands . 

Why is Andaman the perfect spot for a Honeymoon?

While a lot of us are pining to head to an overseas location for a Honeymoon, we forget that India has a lifetime of romantic destinations to offer. So, if you’re thinking that azure blue seas and dancing palm trees on white-sand islands are only to be had in Thailand , Maldives and Indonesia , think again! Andamans is home to 572 lush, green islands floating (not literally) on the Bay of Bengal . It gets its fair share of newly-weds year after year, owing to its honeymoon-worthy location. Besides the romance quotient it: is one flight away from most metro cities, has tastefully-designed resorts with romantic rooms, offers scrumptious food and has a great range of activities that will give your trip the perfect amount of pizzazz!

Here is a list of all the things that make the Andamans a Honeymoon -worthy destination:

• You don’t need a visa or a passport to travel here if you’re an Indian citizen. All you’ll need is an Aadhar card or an equivalent government ID. 
• It’s easily accessible via short, direct flights that operate from most metro cities. Delhi is the farthest metro city and it takes about 3 and a 1/2 hours at most from Delhi to Port Blair . 
• There are plenty of couple-friendly hotels that make for an idyllic setting for a Honeymoon and they’re available across all budget levels.
• We have a choice of activities ranging from water sports to trekking to fishing and more. You’ll have something to keep you occupied every single day, if that’s what you’re after. For couples looking to do nothing and keeping it low-key, we have a host of resorts that are perched right on the beach, with a yoga room or a pool-side bar, and will offer you the rest & relaxation you need. 
• It’ll give you a home-away-from-home vibe because the cuisine, the currency and the language are all comfortably Indian. Most restaurants serve Indian food with plenty of vegetarian options and most people speak Hindi.

A Honeymoon Plan: Romance v/s Adventure

Who says you can’t have it all? On the Honeymoon of your dreams, you sure can have it all! The romance, the adventure, the chill and the fun are all yours with the right plan. So, here are a few small tips to help you build a plan that’s perfectly balanced: 

• Trip duration: For a trip that is mildly-paced and relaxed, we recommend somewhere between 7-8 days. Anything less than that could mean that you’re rushing from island to island with not much breathing space, and this can leave you feeling exhausted and cranky rather than rejuvenated. It also gives you the time and space to spend some actual quality time with your partner.
• More Havelock + Neil, less Port Blair: Port Blair is a great addition if you and your partner want a little bit of history and culture, but on a Honeymoon, most people want more romance and less history. So, even if you entirely leave out Port Blair in your Honeymoon plan, it’ll still be a win. Sorry Port Blair. Havelock & Neil islands are romance-appropriate island spots that will feel right from the moment you step in. 
• Gently pepper with some adventure: We say this because a 4-day Scuba Diving Course may not be the ideal pick for a Honeymoon. It’s quite a mentally and physically taxing experience that doesn’t leave space for much else. You can expect to spend most of the day at sea, followed by some study and then be super-tired at the end of it all. Not very romance-friendly. Having said that, you can still add some diving, kayaking , trekking and snorkeling to create some shared experiences with your better half, sans the exhaustion. Read on and we’ll tell you how!
• More private experiences: You may want to ditch the group tours and day-trips in favour of private ones. So, your plan could include a private boat charter or a private trek. Visiting beaches around sunrise can afford you the most romantic walk on the beach with your partner. On a lucky day, you may end up being the only two people on it! And, most resorts should be more than happy to create a private candlelight or dining experience for you, away from the crowded buffets. Exclusive experiences like these will give you more alone time with each other and make for an intimate, memorable Honeymoon.

Top Hotels & Resorts for Honeymooners

The ideal Honeymoon starts with a couple-friendly, romantic resort or hotel. Whatever be your holiday budget, there’s a couple-friendly resort or hotel that’ll suit you perfectly. Here are our top recommendations: 

Note: We are a little biased towards Havelock as a Honeymoon destination, compared with other islands, so you’ll find more mentions for it.

Luxury Stays

1 . Forest-facing Deluxe Suite at Taj Exotica, Havelock

Insider’s tip: Ask for a forest-facing room, this will give you a lot of extra privacy.

2 . Pool Suite at Munjoh, Havelock:

If you’re the type of travellers that love a nice, lazy vacation that doesn’t require you to step out of your rooms (except maybe for meals), then Munjoh’s Pool Suite will make for an amazing choice. Priced at somewhere between Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 15,000 per night, the rooms feature a flat-screen TV, writing desk, feather pillows and an exclusive patio with a Love Lounger. This room’s best feature, however, is its hidden shallow pool, making it the ideal Honeymoon pick. Here’s to sunny afternoons spent wading in a luxurious pool with your spouse and a beer or two! 

3 . Andaman Bungalow at Seashells, Havelock

Seashells at Havelock is the quintessential Andaman property priced in the premium to luxury range. The Andaman Bungalow, in the range of Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 19,000, is a sea-facing room with a terrace balcony, fitted with wooden interiors and fully sound-proofed (so no squeaky wood noises). The resort is appointed with facilities like an indoor pool, a yoga deck and a bar with live music. So, you and beau can have a rocking time! 

Mid-range Budget Stays

1 . Pool-facing Room at TSG Blue Resort Havelock

At a 7-10 minute walk from Radhanagar Beach , TSG Blue is a great choice for couples looking to stay close to Radhanagar Beach and away from the more crowded side of Havelock . While the resort is equipped with an outdoor pool and a pool-side bar, the rooms are fully equipped with an air-conditioner, a king-sized bed and a patio sit-out area. It should cost you somewhere between Rs. 5000 to Rs. 8000 depending on the season. From here, the prettiest beach on Havelock and perhaps, the Andamans is accessible to you all day long!

2 . Pool-facing Suite Room at Symphony Summer Sands, Neil Island

One of the nicer resorts on Neil Island , Summer Sands at Neil is home to a mini man-made lake that makes for Instagram-worthy Honeymoon pictures. Their tastefully-designed Suite rooms have an indoor swing, a pool view and in-room dining. The pricing can range anywhere between Rs. 9,000 to Rs. 12,000. Summer Sands has an indoor pool, a spa and a bicycle rental. So, if you’re looking for a pamper session with your boo, here’s where it can be had!

Budget Stays

1 . Wild Orchid, Havelock

We’re suckers for oldies! Wild Orchid is a catch at this range, with its eco-friendly interiors and impeccably clean, presentable rooms. The restaurant, Red Snapper , is a favourite in town and serves some delicious seafood. Don’t forget to ask for their “ Dessert of the day ”. The highlight of this resort is the beach in the front which has perfectly calm waters and some serious views. You and your partner don’t have to go anywhere else looking for the perfect beach. It can cost anywhere between Rs. 3500 to Rs. 5000 per night.

2 . Havelock Island Beach Resort

Touted to have one of the nicest candle-light dinners on Havelock , this resort has beach-side cottages that can be a superb fit for you. Their fully-fitted Deluxe cottages are a budget-sensitive pick and can range between Rs. 4000 to Rs. 6000 for two people. 

For more Honeymoon resort options, browse through our extensive list here .

Andaman Honeymoon Bucket List

1 . Rent a two-wheeler

Two-wheelers are such an integral part of an Indian romance, thanks to Bollywood movies! The front desk staff at your resort will be able to tell you where you can rent a two-wheeler at Havelock and Neil. Since public transport is not really an option and cabs can get expensive, two-wheelers are not just the most couple-friendly choice, they’re also the most fun! It gives you the freedom to move around without having to wait around on a cab and riding with your better half through the cool, lush jungles is an experience in itself. A two-wheeler hire for the day can cost anywhere between Rs. 400 to Rs. 500 for an Activa and Rs. 800 for a Royal Enfield, not inclusive of fuel charges. 

Note: We do have winding roads in Havelock that can give you only a partial view of the road.  Also, monsoons can make for slippery roads. So, being vigilant while riding is important, just like most places in the world.

2 . Candle-light dinners

Most resorts and hotels in the Andamans have a candle-lit dinner package that you can book for some extra charge. It can range anywhere between Rs. 3500 to Rs. 7000, depending on the resort, the choice of food and any exclusive elements you may want to include like wine, decor and location. 

Our recommendation: The Havelock Island and Barefoot resorts are both renowned for their stellar candle-light dinner set-up and food. They’re both somewhere in the Rs. 4000 to Rs. 7000 range depending on the time of the year.

3 . Scuba Dive Together

Don’t do this just to tick a box. Diving with someone you love can be a near-spiritual experience (yes, even if you’re not a dreadlocked hippie). Sharing some silent space underwater with fish, corals and if you’re lucky, a turtle can be a breath-taking experience for the two of you, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. 

If you aren’t certified, don’t try and do your dive certificate course on your Honeymoon (unless that’s always been on your Honeymoon wish list: a Honeymoon Scuba certificate!). Go for a DSD (Discover Scuba Dive) experience instead. It’s a mellow, safe and exciting experience for first-time divers which lasts somewhere between 20 – 25 mins. If you’re already certified, then you already know what to do. Go for a couple of fun dives and ask for good dive locations. Some research on dive spots before you arrive at Havelock or Neil will go a long way in ensuring you have a great experience. Click here to know more !

Our recommendation: Barefoot Scuba, Dive India, Andaman Bubbles and Lacadives at Havelock are all PADI certified dive shops with quality equipment and great teachers. Havelock is by far the most popular choice for divers in the Andamans. PADI*:  Professional Association of Dive Instructors is the most popular certification body for Scuba divers in the world.

4 . Enjoy a Day of Water Sports

Both Havelock and Neil have beaches where you can indulge in some adrenaline-fuelled yay time with your boo. In Havelock, it’ll be Elephant Beach and at Neil, you’ll find it on Bharatpur Beach. If you’re looking at Port Blair, then you have 2 spots: North Bay and Corbyn’s Cove. Activities include banana boats, jet skis, para-sailing, sea-karting and more. Each of these activities can range anywhere between Rs. 1000 to Rs. 3000 per person for about 20 – 25 minutes. Read this piece to know the full-range of activities that are available on the islands!

5 . Trek Together

Find your way to a marked, safe trail and enjoy yourselves some wholesome alone time. In particular, there are two beginner-friendly trails that we’d recommend. One is the trail on Havelock Island that takes you to Elephant beach . Although usually, most tourists visit the Elephant Beach via boat, trekking is the more adventurous way of getting there. It is quite popular, frequented by a lot of young people and takes about 45 minutes one-way to get there, on average. The other trail is in Chidiya Tapu, Port Blair , it starts on the Chidiya Tapu Beach and takes you through to Munda Pahad with a panoramic view of the islands around. It takes about 30 minutes one-way and it’s perfect for a relaxed trek that ends with some killer views. If you’re on the lookout for something with a higher difficulty level or more specialised like bird-watching treks, inter-tidal walks to understand the oceanic bio-systems, wildlife treks and such, you can reach out to us for the particulars! Also, here you can read about 2-3 other trails that we haven’t mentioned on here.

Our recommendation: We know of a few secret trails which are perfect for couples. There’s one on Havelock that takes you to a secret beach not frequented by a throng of tourists. Write to us to know more!

6 . Go night kayaking with your Partner

You know how some people find fireflies very romantic? Well, night kayaking will afford you an experience of bioluminescence in the water! Come evening, planktons light up the surface of the water giving you a glow-y, lit-up night under the stars. A serene glide through the mangroves with chirping crickets awaits you on this trip. Uber-romantic stuff!  Our recommendation: Tanaz Noble from Tanaz Sea Kayak is your best bet. She’s been kayaking through mangroves for as long as we know and is an experienced guide. She operates out of Port Blair and it should cost you around Rs. 3000 per head. 

For more ideas on what you can do on your Honeymoon, read our piece on romantic things to do in the Andamans !

How to make your Honeymoon extra-special?

The pressure to come up with the perfect Honeymoon plan can be very real. So, if you’re looking to turn up the oomph factor on what’s probably a once-in-a-lifetime trip, here is a list of things that may put a hole through your pocket but will remain etched in your memories forever. 

Fly in with a Business Class Ticket:

Extra leg-room; priority baggage, check-in, boarding and disembarkation services; personalised seat service and gourmet food, what’s not to like? It’ll give your Honeymoon a strong start and put you in power-couple mode. From most metro cities to Port Blair and back, it can cost anywhere between Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 70,000 per person. 

Dine at a fancy restaurant:

You can make a reservation at any of the islands’ choicest restaurants, regardless of whether you’re staying there or not. Book yourselves an evening of unforgettable food, service and ambience at one of Taj’s restaurants on Radhanagar Beach. Its Settlers Restaurant is a uniquely themed fine-dine restaurant with a community dining space that accommodates 10 people and serves up locally-inspired cuisine. It makes for a rare experience and should cost around Rs. 15000 for two people. Be sure to book well in advance since they only have 10 spots on any given evening. If community dining with 8 other people is not something you see yourself doing on your Honeymoon, their other restaurants Shoreline and Turtle House may catch your fancy.

You can also dine in style with Barefoot’s “Dine in Woods” themed dinner, surrounded by a lush forest and gentle sea breeze. Or have yourselves a dazzling evening at Swizzle Bar at ITC’s WelcomHotel in Port Blair. 

You can book any of these experiences through our website, for the best deals!

Charter a private boat:

Go to sea on a boat, carry some bites, wine & beer, find a snorkel-friendly beach and perhaps, catch some fish: sound like an adventurous plan? We think so too. Book a day out on the waters with nobody but you and boo! 

Arrange a Honeymoon Photo-shoot:

Andamans is blessed with the most scenic of spots to make for a Honeymoon album that you can proudly show-off to your family and friends. What’s more, it’s also home to talented photographers who’ll be delighted to click away and help capture these extra-special moments! Some options for locations include: Radhanagar Beach at Havelock , Munda Pahad at Chidiya Tapu and Mount Harriet at Port Blair .

Enjoy romantic sunsets with your partner:

Nothing like a good ol’ sunset to set the mood on a Honeymoon. One of the prettiest sunsets you’ll see is on Laxmanpur Beach at Neil Island . The sun sets completely at around 5:45 pm, so try and get there at-least half an hour ahead to experience it in its full glory. 

Go to less-crowded beaches and islands:

We’ll be honest, this is a path that not many travellers choose to take. It can involve quite a bit of work and the adventure quotient can be a tad bit higher than what most people would like on a Honeymoon. But we do think it’s worth a mention. There are quite a few islands and beaches open to tourists that are less explored. You can explore a day snorkelling at Suar Mundi at Rutland, do a few days on Long Island chilling at Lalaji Bay Beach or head to Little Andaman to check out the waterfall at Hutbay. 

If you think we should do a blog on all the under-explored places on the islands, leave us a comment below!

What’s it going to cost?

On average, a Honeymoon trip spanning 7-8 days can cost you anywhere between Rs. 65,000 to Rs. 80,000 per head including all three meals and other activities, including flight expenses. This can vary wildly based on what types of activities and rooms you choose, but below is the rough estimate based on currently available data.

Should you take a package or plan it by yourself?

Plan. It. Yourself. The last thing you want on your Honeymoon is to follow a rigid time-table that dictates every breathing minute of your day. This is where we pop in! Flexible travel is the name of the game and with bookings only a click away, you’ll be able to plan a seamless, customised holiday with us. It’ll give you the right amount of adventure and relaxation without having a guide breathing down your necks 24*7 and telling you what time to wake up the next day. Gosh, just no. 

Happy Honey-mooning!

With this, we hope you’re able to plan a legendary Honeymoon trip that you and your partner will cherish forever. For any further info, you’re always welcome to reach out to us and we’ll be glad to help you with an apt travel plan!

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Best time to Visit Andaman

Are you dreaming of a picturesque getaway in the Andaman Islands? Well, allow us to guide you towards the most opportune time to visit this beautiful archipelago. The best time to visit Andaman spans from October to March , when the islands flaunt their best weather, making your adventure unforgettable.

Renowned for its stunning beaches, thrilling water sports, and breathtaking natural beauty, Andaman is a paradise for both adrenaline junkies and tranquillity seekers. But to ensure you can truly soak in the essence of this archipelago, timing is key. When exactly is the best time to drop anchor on these spectacular shores, you ask?

Picture a tropical climate, a sun shining benignly from above, a warm and comfortable breeze brushing past – that’s the Andaman Islands for you. With a lack of any extreme seasonal variations, these islands offer a refreshing departure from blistering heat or harsh cold. Annually, the temperature delicately balances itself between 23°C and 31°C, making the Andaman islands a destination suitable for most parts of the year.

However, the months from June to September carry a different tune – they are the months of monsoon in Andaman. The otherwise clear skies give way to heavy showers, and it’s during this time that it is recommended to the casual tourist to steer clear. But more on this later.

The months from October through March mark the peak tourist season in the Andaman Islands, when its natural grandeur unfurls under the benevolent sun. During this period, both domestic and international travellers flock to the islands, immersing themselves in the idyllic surroundings. With weather conditions perfectly suited for various water sports activities, these months present the ideal time to indulge in the aqua-based adventures that Andaman is so renowned for.

Post-monsoon, nature regenerates in full vigour, transforming the islands into a lush paradise. The beaches come alive, humming with energy as the turquoise waves playfully lap the shores. Beneath the azure canopy of the sky, the underwater world invites explorers to take a dive deep into the thriving coral reefs, ideal for snorkelling and sightseeing.

The Island Tourism Festival during this season is a sight to behold. Spanning over ten days, this lively carnival showcases a vibrant array of exhibitions, dances, and performances, all accompanied by a mouth-watering array of local delicacies and refreshments. Another noteworthy event is the Subash Mela, held in Havelock Island to commemorate the birthday of the iconic freedom fighter, Subash Chandra Bose. The Mela magnetises scores of visitors every year, adding to the festive spirit.

Temperature: Expect a balmy average of 25 to 30 degrees Celsius during these peak months, further enhancing the overall enjoyment of your visit.

Travel Tips: Pack light, breathable clothing, and don’t forget your comfortable beachwear and flip-flops for those sunny seaside days. An essential companion for your Andaman adventure should include sunscreen, a hat, and a stylish pair of sunglasses to protect you from the radiant tropical sun.

The shoulder season of April and May is still a fabulous time to explore Andaman’s adventures, albeit with fewer crowds. Water sports and beach activities remain in full swing, inviting visitors to plunge into a host of adventures. Scuba diving and snorkelling still rule the roost, while more exotic options like deep-sea walking , jet skiing, and rides on glass-bottomed or banana boats offer fresh thrills. For the land lovers, trekking in Andaman and national park explorations provide a taste of Andaman’s terrestrial charm.

Temperature: During the shoulder season, expect the mercury to fluctuate between a warm 31 degrees to a more comfortable 24 degrees Celsius.

Travel Tips: By the end of May, Andaman begins to see the first drops of its monsoon season. It’s prudent to pack an umbrella or a rain poncho to stay prepared for these surprise showers.

The months from June to September in Andaman are characterised by heavy rainfall, signalling the arrival of the monsoon season. If scuba diving, snorkelling, or trekking is high on your list, these months might not present the ideal time to visit Andaman as high tides and stormy seas often cause restrictions to popular island destinations like Havelock, Neil, and Ross.

However, if you’re a lover of monsoon drizzles, solitude, and indoor relaxation, this off-season time has its own charm. Imagine indulging in a soothing spa treatment, or enjoying luxurious amenities, all at a discounted rate at the premier resorts and hotels in Port Blair – a soothing melody to the accompanying rhythm of rain.

Temperature during off season: The temperature during these monsoon months usually stays between 22 to 30 degrees Celsius, adding a cool touch to the warm tropical climate.

Travel Tips: Monsoon in Andaman often means heavy rainfall, restricting your access to the beaches and various islands. So, it’s a good idea to pack rain covers, umbrellas, rain boots, and don’t forget the mosquito repellent – you’ll thank me later!

Andaman is a treasure trove of diverse experiences, appealing to thrill-seekers, nature enthusiasts, and tranquil seekers alike. Let’s break down the best times to immerse yourself in the myriad activities that Andaman offers.

Diving Deep: The Best Time for Scuba Diving in Andaman

Underwater explorers are drawn to Andaman’s deep sea canvas, adorned with flourishing coral reefs, intriguing shipwrecks, and a rich variety of marine species. The best time to scuba dive in these waters is from October to April, when the sea mirrors a serene blue, promising excellent visibility that can range between 20 to 40 metres. This period also boasts water temperatures around 28°C to 30 °C, optimal for scuba diving. Popular spots for diving include Havelock Island, Neil Island , and North Bay Island, where the underwater world unfolds its mesmerising beauty.

Surface Wonders: The Best Time for Snorkelling in Andaman

For those who fancy skimming the water surface while witnessing the vibrant marine life, snorkelling is the perfect choice. The ideal time to snorkel aligns with the scuba diving season, spanning from November to April. The water during this time is not just calm, but also crystal clear, offering stellar views of the underwater ecosystem. Elephant Beach in Havelock Island , Jolly Buoy Island, and Radhanagar Beach are some of the preferred spots to snorkel, revealing stunning coral gardens and a variety of tropical fish.

Historic Trails: The Best Time for Sightseeing in Andaman

Andaman is not just about water and beaches; it’s also steeped in rich history and offers breathtaking natural vistas. Sightseeing is best done in the dry season from October to April, when the weather is at its finest and rainfall is at a minimum. Visit the poignant Cellular Jail National Memorial in Port Blair, explore the remnants of British colonial rule at Ross Island , marvel at the limestone caves at Baratang Island, and witness the natural splendour of the ‘Howrah Bridge’ – a natural limestone formation in Neil Island.

Beach Chronicles: The Best Time for Beach Hopping in Andaman

No trip to Andaman is complete without beach hopping. From October to May, the climate is perfect for lounging on the white sandy beaches and taking dips in the turquoise waters. Radhanagar Beach, a frequent contender among Asia’s top beaches, is a must-visit for its stunning landscape, ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Also, don’t miss out on Elephant Beach, Bharatpur Beach, and Wandoor Beach, each offering its unique charm and tranquillity.

Wild Encounters: The Best Time to Visit National Parks in Andaman

The verdant greenery of Andaman harbours a unique collection of flora and fauna, making it a paradise for wildlife lovers. The optimal time for wildlife spotting is between December and April when the temperatures are moderate and the wilderness is bursting with life. Pay a visit to the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park to explore the vibrant coral reefs, spot marine turtles, and delve into the rich marine ecosystem. For birdwatchers and those interested in indigenous species, the Chidiya Tapu Biological Park and Mount Harriet National Park are highly recommended.

To help plan your visit, here’s a detailed breakdown of the maximum and minimum temperatures you can expect throughout the year in the Andaman Islands:

Andaman in January

The month of January falls under the peak tourist season in Andaman where the allure of the archipelago is at its peak, with comfortable weather and almost no chance of rain. This month attracts tourists worldwide, fostering a vibrant social scene on the island. The weather is perfect for engaging in various water sports, from jet-skiing to parasailing. The daytime offers pleasant warmth, but as the sun dips, temperatures can drop slightly, so packing a light sweater or shawl would be wise. The island also witness the Island Tourism Festival which is a ten day carnival packed with delightful performances and is enjoyed by many tourists

Andaman in February

February in Andaman brings in the bustling tourist season with soothing weather that is ideal for sightseeing or lazy beach days. If you enjoy sunbathing, the February sun in Andaman provides the perfect warmth. The mild climate opens up opportunities for engaging in island hopping, water sports, and outdoor activities. With temperatures ranging between 13-15 degrees Celsius at the low end and 27-29 degrees Celsius at the high end, it’s an incredibly comfortable time to visit.

Andaman in March

As March unfolds, Andaman offers an unmatched experience, especially for water lovers. With crystal-clear waters, the mesmerising coral reefs become a diver’s delight. If you’re a nature lover, the island’s unique flora and fauna are just waiting to be explored. The sun is warm but not overbearing, making swimming and diving activities extra enjoyable during this period.

Andaman in April

In April, Andaman becomes a haven for bird watchers and researchers, thanks to the clear skies and calm waters. This is the time when you can observe the state bird, the Andaman Green Pigeon, and other avian species in places like Chidiya Tapu and Parrot Island. The sight of the quintessential Andaman sunset, coupled with the joy of bird-watching, offers an unforgettable experience.

Andaman in May

May in Andaman is characterised by warm weather, with occasional showers hinting at the onset of the monsoon. Despite the humidity and rain, the islands retain their charm, offering ample opportunities to explore and take in the natural beauty. Carry your rain gear and be prepared to capture the island’s unique atmosphere during this time.

Andaman in June

June signals the beginning of the monsoon season in Andaman, which may disrupt water sports and beach activities due to heavy rain. However, this is also an opportunity to enjoy the hospitality of resorts, treat yourself to local cuisine, and indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments. If you’re interested in history and culture, you can visit attractions like the Cellular Museum and Samudrika Marine Museum.

Andaman in July

In July, Andaman is in the heart of the monsoon season, with heavy rainfall potentially hampering outdoor activities. However, the rains lend a unique charm to the islands, turning them into a lush green paradise. Even though it might not be the best time for water activities, it’s certainly an excellent time to enjoy the island’s natural beauty and tranquillity.

Andaman in August

August in Andaman continues with the monsoon theme, with heavy rains that can affect island hopping and other water-related activities. However, this is also the time when the islands are less crowded, making it a perfect opportunity for a peaceful vacation. Just remember to check the weather updates and plan your travel accordingly.

Andaman in September

September is still a monsoon month in Andaman, meaning a lot of rainfall and limited outdoor activities. However, this is also when the island is at its most tranquil, with fewer tourists and a cool, refreshing atmosphere. If you prefer a quiet vacation and enjoy the sight of lush greenery, this might be the ideal time for you.

Andaman in October

As October rolls in, the rains recede, and the tourist season begins in Andaman. The islands wear a fresh, green look after the monsoons, offering a cheerful welcome to tourists. The beaches start to get crowded again. The waters turn calm, providing excellent conditions for scuba diving and viewing marine life. It’s a great time to witness the island’s transformation after the rainy season.

Andaman in November

November in Andaman is a bustling month with tourists flocking to explore this golden-beach paradise. The local population, in a festive mood, provides a warm welcome to the visitors. If you’re into scuba diving, this is an ideal time, as the seas are calm and visibility is perfect, offering a splendid view of the underwater marine life.

Andaman in December

It is the month of December where the Andaman Islands are at their most charming, inviting travellers from across the globe with perfect weather conditions and festive vibes. The air is filled with holiday spirit, making the entire island buzz with excitement and celebration. Activities like exploring the beaches, partaking in thrilling water sports, or simply soaking up the beautiful vistas are all within your reach thanks to the ideal weather. The local inhabitants of Andaman, full of anticipation for the upcoming festivals, greet their visitors with open arms. The sea is at its most tranquil during December, providing superb conditions for scuba diving and a variety of water activities. The underwater visibility is excellent in this period, offering a front-row seat to the vibrant marine life, a true spectacle for divers and snorkelling aficionados.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. how many days in andaman are enough.

To truly experience the beauty of Andaman, it is recommended to plan a trip for at least 5 to 7 days. This duration allows you to explore the popular islands, indulge in water activities, visit historical sites, and immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of the archipelago. However, if you have more time, extending your stay to 10-14 days will give you the opportunity to discover off-the-beaten-path islands and indulge in a more relaxed and immersive experience.

Q2. What is the off-season in Andaman?

The off-season in Andaman generally falls during the monsoon season, from June to September. This period experiences higher rainfall and rougher seas, resulting in limited water activities and the possibility of disruptions in ferry services. However, it's worth noting that some travellers still visit during this time to enjoy the lush greenery, fewer crowds, and potential cost savings on accommodations and activities.

Q3. Which month is good to visit Port Blair?

Port Blair, the capital of Andaman, is best visited during the months of October to April when the weather is pleasant, and rainfall is minimal. During this time, you can explore the historical sites, indulge in water sports, and enjoy the various attractions in and around the city. It's important to note that December to February is the peak tourist season, so booking in advance is advisable.

Q4. How much does an Andaman trip cost?

The cost of an Andaman trip can vary depending on various factors such as the duration of stay, type of accommodation, mode of transportation, activities chosen, and personal preferences. On average, a moderate budget trip for a week in Andaman can range from 25000/- to 30,000/- per person, excluding international flights.

Q5. Which month is the cheapest to visit Andaman?

The cheapest time to visit Andaman is during the off-peak season, which is from May to September. During this period, you may find discounted rates on accommodations and activities due to lower demand. However, it's important to keep in mind that the monsoon season can bring heavy rainfall and limited access to water activities.

Q6. What is the best time to do scuba diving in Andaman?

The best time for scuba diving in Andaman is from November to April. During these months, the weather is pleasant, and the waters are calm with excellent visibility. This period offers ideal conditions to explore the vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, and fascinating underwater landscapes that Andaman is renowned for.

Q7. Can we visit Andaman without a package?

Yes, you can visit Andaman without a package. However, if you prefer a hassle-free experience or would like assistance in planning and organising your trip, opting for a package can be a convenient option.

Q8. How much does a couple's trip to Andaman cost?

The cost of a couple's trip to Andaman depends on various factors such as the duration of stay, choice of accommodations, activities, and personal preferences. On average, a moderate budget trip for a couple for a week in Andaman can range from INR 20,000/- to INR 35000/-

Q9. Is food costly in Andaman?

The cost of food in Andaman can vary depending on the type of dining establishment you choose. In general, local eateries and street food stalls offer more affordable options, while upscale restaurants and resorts tend to have higher prices. Seafood is a specialty in Andaman and can be relatively more expensive than other cuisines. However, with a wide range of dining choices available, you can find options that suit different budgets.

Q10. What kind of clothes to wear in Andaman?

When visiting Andaman, it is recommended to pack lightweight and breathable clothing suitable for a tropical climate. Comfortable cotton or linen outfits, shorts, t-shirts, sundresses, and swimwear are ideal for the daytime. It's also advisable to carry a light jacket or shawl for cooler evenings or air-conditioned spaces. Don't forget to pack sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and comfortable footwear for beach activities and exploring.

Q11. Is Andaman risky?

Andaman is generally considered a safe destination for travellers. However, it's always important to exercise caution and follow basic safety guidelines. Be mindful of the ocean currents and follow instructions from lifeguards while swimming or participating in water activities. It's also advisable to stay updated on weather conditions and follow any travel advisories or guidelines provided by local authorities.

Q12. Which month is the hottest in Andaman?

The hottest month in Andaman is typically April. During this time, temperatures can reach a maximum of around 32°C (90°F). It's important to stay hydrated, use sun protection, and seek shade or air-conditioned spaces when needed to beat the heat.

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How to plan Andaman Nicobar Trip in 2024

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a group of beautiful islands belonging to India, found in the Bay of Bengal. They are famous for their clean white beaches, clear blue-green waters, and greenery all around. These tropical islands provide a mix of nature’s beauty, different cultures together, and important history.

Travel by Air

To get to Andaman quickly and easily, flying is the best option. Direct flights are available from big cities in India like Kolkata, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Vizag. The time it takes to fly is between two and a half and three and a half hours, so you can quickly get to this tropical place. It’s important to know that there are no direct flights from other countries to Andaman; people coming from abroad must first arrive in India on the mainland and then take another flight inside the country. Port Blair’s Veer Savarkar Airport serves as the principal entry point, receiving flights from well-known local airlines such as Indigo Airlines, Air India, Indian Airlines, Spice Jet, Go Air and Vistara.

Travel by Sea

Though one can travel by sea, it is not so much advised because the journey takes more time and there are not many facilities. Boats leave from Kolkata and Chennai around three or four times in a month, but only once a month from Visakhapatnam. The trip by sea might last for three to four days, that is about 50 to 60 hours, and the people traveling could encounter problems like not many kinds of food available, the risk of feeling sick from the waves, and not having many things to do for fun. To reserve a spot on these boats you must go in person to the ticket offices located in Chennai, Calcutta or Visakhapatnam; this is why more individuals prefer flying as it’s easier.

What makes Andaman Advisor Travel Agency the ideal choice for an Andaman and Nicobar Islands tour?

Andaman Advisor Travel Agency is undisputedly the pinnacle choice for embarking on an exhilarating tour of the enchanting Andaman and Nicobar Islands, courtesy of its plethora of compelling merits. Esteemed for its unwavering dedication towards achieving utmost customer contentment, Andaman Advisor guarantees a flawless and unforgettable voyage. The agency prides itself on its team of seasoned specialists equipped with comprehensive expertise pertaining to the region, ensuring proficient direction throughout the expedition. At Andaman Advisor, we cater to each individual traveler with great attention and care, providing them with meticulously planned itineraries and personalized services. Our esteemed reputation for excellence, reliability, and unparalleled travel solutions has made us the top choice for those in search of a remarkable journey through the captivating Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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Andaman Advisor distinguishes itself through its unwavering dedication to providing cost-effective tour packages for the enchanting Andaman Islands. Ensuring that budget-conscious travelers can immerse themselves in the awe-inspiring wonders of the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago, Andaman Advisor strives to combine premium services with thrilling adventures. Through meticulous planning and strategic collaborations with native providers, the company offers budget-friendly solutions that uphold the ultimate travel experience. From lodging to travel arrangements and thoughtfully planned experiences, Andaman Advisor places high importance on cost-effectiveness, positioning it as the preferred option for individuals in pursuit of a budget-friendly yet unforgettable Andaman Island escapade.

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In this article, we take a look at the most budget-friendly place in New York for retirees to live on only Social Security. Check out our full free list at 15 Budget-Friendly Places in New York for Retirees to Live on Only Social Security .

Managing High Costs and Limited Savings in New York State

New York is notorious for its high cost of living. According to Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ: RDFN ), home prices in the state were up 3.1% from last year, selling for a median price of $825,000. Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ:RDFN)’s database further reveals that 31% of New York homebuyers searched to move out of the state between the period of February to April 2024. These statistics align with what's revealed by studies from U-Haul Holding Company (NYSE: UHAL ) and United Van Lines, hinting that the state is driving moving trucks away because of its evidently high living expenses.

U-Haul Holding Company (NYSE:UHAL) calculates the growth rates for each state based on the net gain or loss of one-way equipment from customer transactions in a year. Based on U-Haul Holding Company (NYSE:UHAL) data, New York ranked 43 rd out of 50 states, almost at the bottom of the list for state growth.  Since retirees today don't have much, to begin with, it's only wise for them to search for some of the best places to live on Social Security . A new AARP survey backs this up, revealing how 1 in 5 Americans aged 50 and over have no retirement savings at all. Since retirees don't have much to rely on, they are also in a constant fear of running out. Such is the state of pessimism and uncertainty amidst retirees concerning funds in retirement that, according to BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK ), most retirees only spend 20% of their savings twenty years into retirement. Declining pension incomes and longer lives are major factors behind this as well.

“A top concern among American workers is the fear of running out of money during retirement. And yet the industry has focused on helping people understand they need to save – but not how to manage spending in retirement..” -Anne Ackerley, Head of Retirement at BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE:BLK)

BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE:BLK) further reveals how inflation and volatility-related hardships have been setting back savers for retirement, around 62%, to be exact. This makes it even harder for them to consider retiring to areas that have a high cost of living to begin with. According to the Missouri Economic Research & Information Center , the cost of living in New York State is 25.9% higher than the national average. This means that those retiring to New York can expect to spend around $70,755 in annual expenditures, notes CNBC . More importantly, they would need more than a million dollars to retire comfortably in The Empire State. This makes it obvious for most retirees to wish to move out of the state once they hit their golden years, but not everyone has the heart or energy to. Yet others have always wished to retire to this state owing to its quality healthcare, cultural attractions, and natural beauty, amongst other things.

This brings us to the question many people ask us: How can I live on Social Security alone in New York State? While New York can be an expensive state to retire to, living off of Social Security is quite possible in many areas of the state. The key is to look for places offering a comparatively low cost of living, all without compromising on quality of life.

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Methodology

To compile the list of 15 budget-friendly places in New York for retirees to live on only Social Security, we used forums such as Reddit and Quora and also conducted our own cost of living analysis for different places within New York state to come up with an exhaustive list of places that can be ideal for couples living on Social Security. Subsequently, we assessed them based on their cost of living index, average rent, and livability scores. Each location was assigned scores for these factors, which were then combined to generate a distinctive Insider Monkey score. Then, places were ranked on the final Insider Monkey score in ascending order.

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Here is the Most Budget-Friendly Place in New York for Retirees to Live on Only Social Security:

1. Binghamton

Insider Monkey Score: 28           

IM Cost of Living: 82.9

Average Rent (2-bedroom): $1,178

Livability Score: 77

Based on our methodology, the most budget-friendly place in New York for retirees to live on only Social Security is Binghamton. Brimming with rich history and unique experiences, Binghamton offers retirees more than just financial ease. Popularly known as the hometown of Twilight Zone creator and renowned screenwriter Rod Serling, this city has some unique features that make it stand out from other places in New York.

For starters, it's the "Carousel Capital of the World"-home to some of the most antique merry-go-rounds for a fun time when grandchildren come to visit. Retirees can also visit Our Space, one of the largest handicap-accessible playgrounds in the state. The First Ward Senior Center is another exciting opportunity for seniors to socialize and participate in exercise and wellness programs.

Binghamton is a good place to retire for seniors owing to its quaint charm and serene atmosphere. Housing options are also affordable here, with the median price of a home only about $155,000, as per Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ:RDFN). Those who want to rent instead can find two-bedroom apartments for an average of $1,178. Overall, the cost of living here is 17.1% lower than the national average, making it pretty affordable for retirees living only on Social Security.

Check out our free full list at 15 Budget-Friendly Places in New York for Retirees to Live on Only Social Security.   At Insider Monkey, we delve into a variety of topics, ranging from the best places to retire to retirement and investment strategies; however, our expertise lies in identifying the top-performing stocks. Currently, Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology stands out as one of the most promising fields. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than NVDA but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock .

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