Port Blair Trip Overview
The Andaman Islands are an Indian archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. These roughly 300 islands are known for their palm-lined, white-sand beaches, mangroves and tropical rain forests. Coral reefs supporting marine life such as sharks and rays make for popular diving and snorkeling sites. Indigenous Andaman Islanders inhabit the more remote islands, many of which are off limits to visitors.
Additional Info
Duration: 9 days
Starts: Port Blair, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
The Andaman Islands are an Indian archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. These roughly 300 islands are known for their palm-lined, white-sand beaches, mangroves and tropical rain forests. Coral reefs supporting marine life such as sharks and rays make for popular diving and snorkeling sites. Indigenous Andaman Islanders inhabit the more remote islands, many of which are off limits to visitors.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Port Blair
Stop At: Port Blair, Port Blair, South Andaman Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
On arrival at Port Blair airport assistance and transfer to hotel.
Afternoon proceed to visit Corbyn’s Cove beach the only beach in city of Port Blair. In the evening proceed to attend the enthralling Sound and Light Show (1800hrs or 1900 Hrs) at Cellular Jail – where the heroic saga of the Indian freedom struggle is brought alive.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort.
Day 2: Port Blair – Neil Island (by scheduled ferry)
Stop At: Laxmanpur Beach, Neil Island 744104 India
Breakfast at hotel, transfer to the jetty to board the Govt ferry to Neil Island. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel check in. Set out for a sightseeing trip to Laxmanpur Beach and Bharatpur. Rest time to relax on the beach.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort.
Day 3: Neil Island
Pass By: Neil Island, Neil Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Breakfast at hotel, day free and easy to relax on the beach.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort.
Day 4: Neil Island – Havelock (by scheduled ferry)
Pass By: Havelock Island, Havelock Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the jetty to board board boat for Havelock. On arrival transfer to hotel check in. Rest time to relax and unwind on the beach.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort.
Day 5: Havelock
Stop At: Elephant Beach, Sh 4, Havelock Island 744211 India
Breakfast at hotel. Car will report at 0700hrs and please ensure you are ready as the boat will leave at 0830hrs.
Embark on the most memorable trip for blue shallow waters and the perfect spot for beginner snorkelers. The boat goes right up to the beach and it’s so easy to sports activity (water activities at extra cost).
Duration: 6 hours
Pass By: Elephant Beach, Sh 4, Havelock Island 744211 India
It’s also a great place to just spend the day lying on the beach and relaxing. The beach is very scenic with fallen trees and white sand giving the photographer some interesting shots. The reef here starts very close to shore at a depth of about 1 metre. The large reef is mostly made up of hard coral and has plenty of marine life.
The trip may be changed to light house subject to weather conditions and visibility) (Do note that encase guest is delayed for Elephant Beach No Refund will be offered if the boat has left)
Note : Havelock Island Boat Owners Association is currently providing complimentary snorkeling activity at Elephant beach for 5 minutes. However activity will be subject to operational rules of the Havelock Island.
Boat Owners Association as may be in force at the actual time of travel or as may be notified by the Administration, and is further subject to weather conditions.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort.
Day 6: Havelock
Pass By: Havelock Island, Havelock Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Breakfast at hotel, day free and easy to relax on the beach.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort.
Day 7: Havelock – Port Blair (by scheduled ferry)
Pass By: Port Blair, Port Blair, South Andaman Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Breakfast at hotel transfer to Havelock Jetty to board ferry for Port Blair. Upon arrival transfer to Hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort.
Day 8: Port Blair
Stop At: North Bay Island Andaman, Port Blair, South Andaman Island 744107 India
Breakfast at hotel. 0900hrs depart from Water Sports complex in a boat to see under- water marine life and varieties of corals at North Bay. After North Bay (Snorkeling and Glass Bottom boat at extra cost), proceed to Ross Island (Wednesday Closed), the erstwhile capital of Port Blair during the British regime. The island presently houses the ruins of old buildings like Chief Commissioner House, Government House, Church, Bakery, Press, Swimming Pool, Cemetery, etc. all in dilapidated condition. Evening at leisure.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort.
Day 9: Port Blair – Departure
Pass By: Port Blair, Port Blair, South Andaman Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Breakfast at hotel. As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
