4 NIGHTS 5 DAYS
This trip promises you relaxing and fun-filled vacation with the best stays and most cherished memories and the most incredible flora and fauna experiences. Unleash the secrets of the underwater world amidst the blue glassy Andaman sea!
Detailed itinerary:
Day 01: Port Blair & City Tour
Arrive at Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.Transfer to your hotel and check-in. Relax a bit and proceed to exploring the Carbyn’s Cove Beach and relax on the beach and in the evening, visit the Cellular Jail for a light and sound show that depicts the historical struggle for independence. Overnight stay at hotel.
• Corbyn’s Cove Beach
The coconut-palm fringed beach, 3 kilometers away town is ideal for swimming and sun-basking. Facilities like hotel, restaurant, bar, changing room, adventure water-sports are available here. Historical remains like Japanese Bunkers can be seen on the way to this beach. The Snake Island situated just across the beach is popular for scuba diving. The Restaurant & Beer Bar run by Tourism department provides delightful cuisine at reasonable rates in a soothing ambiance on the beach.
• Light and Sound Show
The Sound and Light show in the Cellular Jail narrates the saga of the Indian freedom struggle, brought alive through sound and light effect of the brutal and barbaric atrocities piled on the freedom fighters deported to these islands and incarcerated in the small cells of this jail. This show is very popular among the tourists visiting these islands.
• Cellular Jail The Cellular jail, declared a National Memorial, is located at Port Blair which had stood as a mute witness to the most brutal and barbaric atrocities meted out to national freedom fighters, who were incarcerated in this jail. The jail, completed in the year 1906 acquired the name ‘Cellular’ because it was entirely made up of individual cells for solitary confinement. It originally was a seven-block structure with three stories and a central tower acting as its fulcrum comprising of honeycomb like corridors. This jail, now a place of pilgrimage for all freedom-loving people draws everyone down memory lane to the years of freedom struggle. Jail Museum open from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:30 pm to 4:45 pm.
Day 2: Port Blair – Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep Island) & Radhanagar Beach
Depart with your breakfast packets for Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) Island, known for its pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. On arrival, check-in at the hotel and relax a bit. Visit the iconic Radhanagar Beach, often considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Asia. Spend the day swimming, sunbathing, or simply enjoying the serene surroundings. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay on Havelock Island.
• Swaraj Dweep(Havelock Island)
The Island (often just called Havelock) is one of the most beautiful and largest islands of Ritchie’s Archipelago and is a placid heaven like no other. Situated 57 km north east of the South Andaman with an area of 92 Sq.Kms she offers a breathe taking trail of nature expeditions. The island is primarily populated by Bengali settlers. This picturesque Island with beautiful sandy beaches and lush green forest is also rated as the seventh most beautiful island in the world. The Island also has the biggest concentration of breath-taking diving and snorkeling sites, thus acting as a paradise to marine world explorers.
[Note: Collect the packed Breakfast from the hotel reception, if you are traveling by early morning Cruise. Ferry timings is mentioned in the tickets provided to you, please report 45 minutes prior to departure with a valid id card. Ferry operation is purely subject to Govt. clearance and weather condition. Class of travel and timings of the ferry is subject to availability at the time of confirmation.]
Day 3: A Day at Havelock (Optional tour: Elephant Beach)
Enjoy your morning breakfast and spend the day at leisure relaxing at the Havelock Island, known for its pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. Spend the day swimming, sunbathing, or simply enjoying the serene surroundings. You can also enjoy various water activities like snorkeling, swimming, and exploring the underwater world at the Elephant Beach. (optional tour at your own cost @1200/- per head including pick up and drop from the hotel). Overnight stay at Havelock.
• Elephant Beach
Elephant Beach is one of the most beautiful places in Havelock Island which is famous for its clear water and variety of live corals & colorful fishes. One can do several other water sports activities like Glass Bottom, Snorkeling, Banana Ride, Sofa Ride etc.
Day 4: Havelock Island – Kalapathar Beach – Port Blair
Check out from your hotel in Havelock Island and proceed to Kalapathar Beach.Enjoy the scenic beauty and tranquility of this unspoiled beach. Later, take a ferry (Green Ocean Cruise / Makruzz / Sea Link) back to Port Blair. Evening is free for leisure. You can explore the local market. Overnight stay at Port Blair hotel.
• Kalapathar Beach
It is located in one corner of the Havelock Island surrounded by thick forests and excellent for solitude seekers and guest looking to do a bit of bird photography. The emerald seas, the tropical forests on one side of the road, the Kalapathars (black rocks) that decorates the coastline, the silken smooth silver sands and the sheer solitude makes this beach a great place to relax.
Day 5: Port Blair – Airport dropping
After breakfast, check out from your hotel. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey with wonderful memories of your Andaman tour.