Andaman 8 days itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Port Blair
Andaman 8 days itinerary commences. Pick up from airport & transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit the National Memorial – Cellular Jail, designed especially for solitary confinement it earned the Islands the dreaded name of Kala Pani. The Cellular Jail has a pride of place in India’s freedom struggle. Many a stalwart were imprisoned here. Declared a national memorial, this three floors prison constructed by Britishers in 1906, is a pilgrimage destination for freedom fighters.
This colossal edifice has mutely witnessed the most treacherous of inhumane atrocities borne by the convicts, who were mostly freedom fighters. Evening witness the enthralling ‘Sound-&-Light Show’ at Cellular Jail, where the heroic saga of the Indian freedom struggle is brought alive. The Light and Sound Show provides a vivid experience of its strong association with the freedom fighters and their struggle for independence. Return back to hotel. Overnight at Port Blair.
Day 02:Port Blair – Havelock Island
Post breakfast transfer to jetty to take ferry for Havelock Island (situated 54 kilometers northeast of Port Blair), the island is a hidden jewel. Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island) is a serene tropical island encompassing about 86 square kilometers. Its clear waters are rated among the best in the world for snorkeling and scuba diving.
Close to 1000 different species of marine life inhabit the waters of the Andaman Islands. Scuba divers can see nudibranchs, sea slugs and snails, varieties of ghost pipe fish, jaw fish and a number of different crustaceans of all shapes and sizes. With its serene beaches, 40 meters visibility underwater, colorful coral reefs and ‘far from the maddening crowd’ appeal, Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island) has emerged as a dream destination among discerning travelers.
On arrival, meet and assisted by our representative. Board the waiting vehicles and drive for Radhanagar Beach (or Beach No. 7) is the jewel in the crown of Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island). Located on the western side of the island, it stands away from the cluster.
The glorious white sand beach shot to global fame when Time magazine (in 2004) rated it as the finest in Asia. With lush tropical forest rising on a hill to one side, the draw of this white sand beach has steadily grown in the legion of avid beach buffs. A wide beach that runs over a few kilometers, Radhanagar is simply stunning. It lends itself to a variety of activities. Afternoon transfer to the hotel. Overnight at Havelock.
Day 03: Havelock Island – Elephant Beach / Light House Beach – Havelock Island
Andaman 8 days itinerary just gets more exciting. Post breakfast proceed to Elephant Beach / Light House Beach where one can enjoy the Glass Bottom Boat Ride & Snorkeling, Sea Walk, Scuba Diving at additional Cost (Optional) to explore the Coral reefs underneath in a sharing fibre speed boat. Just 30 Minutes by Boat, this beach offers snorkelers calm blue shallow waters and the perfect spot for beginner snorkelers. It’s also a great place to just spend time lazing on the beach. The beach is very scenic with fallen trees and white sand giving the photographer some beautiful pictures to take back home. 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. Afternoon, transfer to Havelock Island Jetty to take the return ferry to Port Blair. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight Stay in Havelock.
Day 04: Havelock Island – Neil Island
Andaman 8 days itinerary continues to awe you. Post breakfast transfer to Havelock Island Jetty to take the Ferry to Shaheed Dweep (Neil Island). On arrival, transfer to hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing of this lush green Island is known for its plantations and tropical forests. Shaheed Dweep (Neil Island) dwells with lust green surroundings of paddy fields, banana plantations and tropical trees. It occupies an area of 18.9 square kilometers (7.3 Square Miles). The island is located 40 kilometers (25 miles) east of Port Blair, the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.Pristine sandy beaches at Sitapur, Bharatpur and Laxmanpur are some of the best beaches to explore. The breath taking view of sea and the lusting greeneries in the island is really rejuvenating and enjoyable for enthusiastic travellers. Return to hotel. Overnight at Shaheed Dweep (Neil Island).
Day 05: Neil Island – Port Blair
Post breakfast, morning free for leisure. Afternoon transfer to Shaheed Dweep jetty (Neil Island) to take return ferry to Port Blair, on arrival transfer to hotel. Evening is free to explore Port Blair city by foot at your own. Overnight at Port Blair.
Day 06: Port Blair – Ross Island – North Bay – Port Blair
Andaman 8 days itinerary take an interesting turn. Post breakfast visit the Administrative Capital Prior to Independence from where the Britishers governed the entire A&N Islands, the island is now under the Indian navy. NETAJI SUBASH CHANDRA BOSE ISLAND (ROSS ISLAND), it stands now as a ruin of the bygone days with the old structures almost in debris. There is a small museum named Smritika, it holds photographs and the other antiques of the Britishers relevant to these islands. The island is famous for friendly flocks of Deer and lush green walking trails. Later after Netaji Subash Chandra Bose Island (Ross Island) sail to North Bay Island (Wednesday closed) – also known as Coral Island, here one can enjoy the Glass Bottom Boat Ride & Snorkeling / Sea Walk / Scuba Diving at additional cost (optional activities) to explore the Coral reefs underneath. Return back to Port Blair, transfer to hotel. Overnight at Port Blair.
Day 07: Port Blair – Baratang Island – Limestone Caves – Port Blair
Early in the morning, proceed for full day trip to Baratang Island by road (110Kms – 3 Hours and 30 Minutes) which holds the nature’s best treasures gifted to the Islands. Limestone caves(Closed on Monday & National Holidays) a must see point for nature lovers & leisure travelers alike. The road journey from Port Blair to Baratang crossing through creeks and dense equatorial forest(Photography is strictly prohibited in the Jungle Area). This involves a fascinating mangrove creek journey by fibre Speed boats. After getting down from the boat, trek through a small village and Mangrove Forest to reach the Lime stone caves. These ancient caves are located about 30 minutes (by sea) away from Baratang jetty. A wonderful journey by boat to the limestone caves through the creek lined on either side by mangroves. Return back to Port Blair in the evening, transfer to hotel. Overnight at Port Blair.
Day 08: Depart Port Blair
Post breakfast proceed to Wandoor Beach, 30kms ride from Port Blair city through the Tsunami affected area, once used to be paddy land now fully covered with water resembles like a lake. One can have a glimpse of migrated wet land birds, now become an attraction for bird’s watchers. Later transfer to airport for departure. The Andaman 8 days itinerary ends leaving unforgettable memories.
