Most Andaman trips cover three islands: Port Blair, Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) (Swaraj Dweep) and Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) (Shaheed Dweep). Ferry timings shape the plan, so build it around the boats.
Day 1: Port Blair
Flights from Chennai take about two hours. In the afternoon visit Corbyn's Cove beach, then the Cellular Jail and its evening light-and-sound show.
Day 2: Port Blair to Havelock
Take a morning ferry to Havelock (about 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on the boat). In the afternoon, walk to Radhanagar Beach for sunset.
Day 3: Havelock
Spend the day at Elephant Beach for snorkelling, a sea walk or glass-bottom boats, or do a try-dive with a certified dive centre. Rest in the afternoon.
Day 4: Havelock to Neil
Take a short ferry to Neil. Cycle around the island: the Natural Bridge at low tide, Bharatpur Beach for calm water and Laxmanpur Beach for sunset.
Day 5: Neil to Port Blair
Return to Port Blair. Visit Ross Island by boat or the Chidiya Tapu sunset point.
Day 6: departure
Fly home. Never plan your flight on the same day as a ferry back from Havelock or Neil, in case of delays or cancellations.
Five-day version
Skip Neil and spend two nights in Havelock.
Tips
- Ferries: private ferries are faster and more comfortable; book early in peak season.
- Cash: ATMs and card machines can be unreliable on the islands.
- Tides: check tide times for the Natural Bridge and for snorkelling.
- Season: October to May. See Best time to visit the Andaman Islands for beaches and diving.
For first-time divers, read Scuba diving for first-timers in the Andamans. See ready-made routes on our Andaman & Nicobar Islands page.
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