About a Andaman Islands trip
The Andaman Islands offer some of India's clearest water, white-sand beaches and coral reefs for snorkelling and scuba diving.
Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram) is the entry point; private and government ferries connect to Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) and Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep).
Day-wise Andaman Islands itinerary (6 days)
Day 1: Arrive Port Blair
Corbyn's Cove beach and Cellular Jail light and sound show.
Day 2: Port Blair to Havelock
Morning ferry; sunset at Radhanagar Beach.
Day 3: Havelock activities
Elephant Beach snorkelling or scuba diving at Nemo Reef.
Day 4: Havelock to Neil Island
Ferry to Neil; Laxmanpur beach sunset and Bharatpur beach.
Day 5: Neil to Port Blair
Natural Bridge in the morning, ferry back; Ross Island visit.
Day 6: Departure
Flight from Port Blair.
Top places to visit in Andaman Islands
- Cellular Jail & Light and Sound ShowThe historic national memorial in Port Blair.
- Radhanagar Beach, HavelockOne of Asia's most famous beaches, best at sunset.
- Elephant BeachSnorkelling and water sports near Havelock.
- Natural Bridge, Neil IslandRock formation visible at low tide.
- Ross IslandBritish-era ruins with deer and peacocks.
Best time to visit & how to reach
Best time: October to May.
How to reach: Fly to Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair, from Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru and other cities. Ferries to Havelock take about 1.5–2.5 hrs.
Andaman Islands travel tips
- Book ferries early in peak season (December–January).
- Cash is useful — ATMs on the islands can run dry.
- Do not fly within 24 hours after scuba diving.
- Network connectivity is limited outside Port Blair.
Andaman Islands trip FAQs
How many days are enough for Andaman?
5 to 6 days covers Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island.
Is Andaman good for a honeymoon?
Yes — beaches, island resorts and diving make it a top honeymoon choice.
Do I need a passport for Andaman?
Indian citizens do not need a passport or permit for the main tourist islands.
Best time to visit Andaman?
October to May. The monsoon (June–September) can disrupt ferries.