PORT BLAIR
Though surrounded by attractive lush forest and rugged coastline, Port Blair is more or less your typical Indian town that serves as the provincial capital of the Andamans. It’s a vibrant mix of Indian Ocean inhabitants – Bengalis, Tamils, Telugus, Nicobarese and Burmese. Most travellers don’t hang around any longer than necessary (usually one or two days while waiting to book onward travel in the islands, or returning for departure), but PB’s fascinating history makes for some worthwhile sightseeing that warrants exploration.
HAVELOCK ISLAND
The most visited of the islands, with the most (although still minimal) infrastructure. Beautiful beaches, great snorkeling and scuba diving.
NEIL ISLAND
Neil, with its very relaxed vibe and long, deserted beaches is a place to chill out after the "bustle" of Havelock Island. Neil is quite small compared to Havelock. Its widest part is about 5 km in length. You can walk the whole island in about an hour or two. The colour of sea water is light blue, dark blue and green. Neil Island is a peaceful island.
Entry/Exit point of Tour:
Day 01: Arrival - Cellular Jail + Light & Sound Show
Arrival at Port Blair in the afternoon and transfer to respective Hotel. After lunch 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 storey 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.
In the evening witness the enthralling Sound and Light Show at Cellular Jail - where the heroic saga of the Indian freedom struggle is brought alive. The Light and Sound Show provides you with a vivid experience of its strong association with the freedom fighters and their struggle for independence. Stay Overnight at Port Blair.
Day 02: Ross Island + North Bay (Closed on Wednesday)
After 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. 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 Ross Island we sail to North Bay – also Known as Coral Island. Here one can enjoy the Glass Bottom Ride & Snorkeling / Sea Walk / Scuba Diving at additional Cost (Optional) to explore the Coral reefs underneath. Return back to Port Blair. Stay Overnight stay in Port Blair.
Day 03: Havelock Island - Radhanagar Beach (Departure Time 0600 Hrs)
Today after breakfast you will be transferred to Jetty. Head to Havelock Island on board Cruise connecting the two islands! Havelock, about 54 kilometers northeast of Port Blair, the Island is a hidden jewel. Havelock 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, Havelock Island has emerged as a dream destination among discerning travelers. Arrive at Havelock Jetty, you are met 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 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. Transfer to the Hotel in Havelock. Stay Overnight at Havelock.
Day 04: Havelock Island - Elephant beach
After breakfast at the Hotel, we will proceed to Elephant beach (One session of Snorkeling will be included in the Package with Snorkeling Gears) in a sharing fiber speed boat. Just 30 Minutes by Boat, This beach offers snorkelers calm blue shallow waters and is 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. Later drop back to Hotel. Stay Overnight in Havelock.
Day 05: Havelock Island - Neil Island. (Check out time 0800 hrs)
After an early breakfast we check out from our Hotel in Havelock and proceed towards the Havelock Island Jetty to take the Ferry to Neil Island. After check-in at hotel, proceed for sightseeing of this lush green Island is known for its plantations and tropical forests. Neil Island dwells with lust green surroundings of paddy fields, banana plantations and tropical trees. It occupies an area of 18.9 square kilometres (7.3 Square Miles). The island is located 40 kilometres (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. It is quite a heaven for Bag packer traveller. The breath taking view of sea and the lusting greeneries in the island is really rejuvenating and enjoyable for enthusiastic travellers. Return to hotel. Stay Overnight at Neil Island.
Day 06: Return to Port Blair from Neil Island.( Check out time 0800 hrs)
Morning at leisure. Later in the afternoon or as per Ferry timing, we will transfer you to Neil Island Jetty to take the return ferry to Port Blair. Arrive at Port Blair Jetty, you will be met and assisted by our representative. Board the waiting vehicles and drive to your pre booked Hotel. After Check In, relax at the Hotel. Spend the Rest of the day at Leisure. Stay Overnight at Port Blair.
Day 07: City tour - Departure. (Check out time 0800 hrs)
After Breakfast proceed for a City Tour of Port Blair which includes the Fisheries Museum (Aquarium) - exhibits species of marine life peculiar to the islands, Anthropological Museum - displays tribal essential and artefacts’, Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika) - gives a good retrospect of the history, shells, Corals marine life, geography and archaeology of these islands, and the Water Sports complex were all sorts of Water sports line Banana Ride , Water Scooter / Jet Ski , Sofa Ride etc. can be availed at an extra Cost .
Thereafter Drop to Airport. Return home with memories of a wonderful holiday.
End of Tour
CATEGORY/ PER PERSON RATES |
02 PAX |
04 PAX |
06 PAX |
EXTRA ADULT / CHILD WITH BED |
CHILD WITH NO BED ( 5 - 12 YRS) |
CHILD ( 2- 5 YRS) |
BUDGET HOTELS |
15600 |
14000 |
13700 |
8200 |
8000 |
3400 |
MAP SUPP. |
2000 |
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ECONOMY HOTELS |
19000 |
17300 |
17000 |
8700 |
8100 |
3400 |
MAP SUPP. |
2100 |
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STANDARD HOTELS |
20400 |
18800 |
18500 |
10600 |
9500 |
3400 |
MAP SUPP. |
2700 |
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DELUXE HOTELS |
23700 |
22200 |
22000 |
14300 |
12300 |
3400 |
MAP SUPP. |
2900 |
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SUPERIOR HOTELS |
29400 |
27700 |
27400 |
16700 |
12600 |
3400 |
MAP SUPP. |
3400 |
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LUXURY HOTELS |
39500 |
37800 |
37600 |
21200 |
15100 |
3400 |
MAP SUPP. |
4700 |
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PREMIUM HOTELS–1 |
44700 |
43000 |
42800 |
21300 |
15700 |
3400 |
MAP SUPP. |
4700 |
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PREMIUM HOTELS–2 |
50600 |
49000 |
48700 |
21200 |
15700 |
3400 |
MAP SUPP. |
4700 |
HOTELS USED |
PORT BLAIR |
HAVELOCK |
NEIL ISLAND |
BUDGET HOTELS |
Hotel Vedant Residency ( Std AC Dbl ) / Hotel Sunrise (STD AC) / Similar |
Hotel Radha Krishna Resorts (AC Std Cottage ) / Hotel Moon Lit Sands ( AC Std Dbl ) / similar |
Hotel Amulya ( Nac Dbl ) / similar |
ECONOMY HOTELS |
Hotel Velocity / Hotel Western Park (STD AC) / Similar |
Hotel Radha Krishna Resorts (AC Deluxe Cottage ) / Hotel Moonlit Sands ( AC Family Room) / similar |
Hotel Pearl Park Beach Resorts ( NAC STD Cottage ) / Hotel Amulya ( AC Std Dbl ) / similar |
STANDARD HOTELS |
Hotel Aparupa (STD AC Room)/ Hotel Shreesh( AC Dlx Exec ) / Hotel Mainak ( AC Std Dbl ) / Similar |
Hotel Blue Bird ( Ac Dbl ) / Hotel Holiday Inn Havelock (Ac Std Cottage) / similar |
Hotel Pearl Park Beach Resorts ( AC Std Cottage ) / similar |
DELUXE HOTELS |
Hotel Shompen ( AC Deluxe ) / Hotel Silver Spring ( AC Deluxe Dbl ) / Hotel TSG Emerald ( AC Premium ) / Hotel TSG Grand ( Ac Deluxe ) / Hotel Airport ( AC Premier) / Hotel N K International ( Ac Premium) / Hotel Da bay Inn ( Ac Std Sea View) / Hotel Haywizz ( AC Premier) / Hotel Islanders Inn ( AC Deluxe Dbl ) / similar |
Hotel Symphony Palms ( NAC Comfort Eco Vila) / Hotel Holiday Inn Havelock (Ac Deluxe Cottage) / Hotel Virgin Beach Resorts ( AC Deluxe Cottage) / similar |
Hotel TSG Aura ( ACBeach Villas) / Hotel Pearl Park Beach Resorts ( AC Std Cottage ) / Holiday Inn Beach ( AC Neil Plaza ) / similar |
SUPERIOR HOTELS |
Hotel TSG Emerald ( Ac Deluxe ) / Hotel TSG Grand ( AC Super Deluxe ) / Airport Hotel ( AC Executive) / J Hotel ( AC Deluxe ) /Hotel Haywizz ( AC Deluxe) / Hotel Shompen ( AC Exec ) / similar |
Hotel Symphony Palms ( AC Havelock Casa ) / Hotel TSG Blue (AC Cluster ) / Wild Orchid (AC Classic Dbl) / Hotel Aparupa Sands Marina ( AC Executive Cottage ) / similar |
Hotel Holiday Inn Beach ( AC Neil Plaza ) / Hotel TSG Aura ( Ac Beach Villas ) / Hotel Pearl Park Beach Resorts ( Ac Deluxe Cottage ) / similar |
LUXURY HOTELS |
Hotel Sea Shells ( AC Std Dbl ) / Hotel Sentinel ( Ac Deluxe Room ) / Hotel Sea Princess ( Ac Deluxe Ocean View) / similar |
Hotel Coral Reef Resorts ( AC Coral Deluxe ) / Hotel Symphony Palms Beach Resorts ( AC lagoon Suite ) / Hotel Havelock Island Beach Resorts ( Ac Deluxe Cottage ) / similar |
Hotel Summer Sands Beach Resorts ( AC Casa Air ) / similar |
PREMIER HOTELS - 1 |
Hotel Sinclairs Bay View ( Ac Deluxe Sea View ) / Hotel Peerless Resorts ( AC Deluxe Garden View ) / Hotel Sea Shells ( Ac Executive Dbl ) / Hotel Sentinel ( AC Luxury Room ) / similar |
Hotel Munjoh Ocean Resorts (AC Luxury Villa ) / Hotel Silver Sands Beach Resorts ( AC Andaman Cottage ) / Coral Reef Resorts ( AC Coral Premium ) / Hotel Sea Shells ( AC Andaman Chalet ) / similar |
Hotel Silver Sands Beach Resorts ( AC Panorama) / Hotel Summer Sands Beach Resorts ( AC Casa Aqua ) / similar |
PREMIER HOTELS - 2 |
Hotel Peerless Resorts ( AC Deluxe Sea View ) / Hotel Fortune Resorts Bay Island ( AC Std Garden View ) Hotel Sinclairs Bay View ( AC Premier Dbl) / Hotel Sea Shells ( Ac Deluxe Sea View ) / similar |
Hotel Barefoot Resorts ( AC Andaman Cottage / AC Nicobari Villa ) / Hotel Munjoh Ocean Resorts ( AC Ocean Suite ) / Hotel Silver Sands Beach Resorts ( AC Andaman Lagoon ) / similar |
Hotel Silver Sands Beach Resorts ( AC Regal Villa / Hotel Sea Shells Resorts ( AC Cottage ) / similar |
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Portblair
Cellular Jail, Corbyn's Cove, Mini Zoo, Japanese Bunkers, Central Agricultural Research Institute, Anthropological Museum, Chatam Saw Mill, Samudrika Naval Museum, Ross Island, North Bay, Baratang Island, Mud volcano, Limestone caves,
Portblair Shopping Tips -
India outdoor living equipments,Jewelry, wood-carvings and Port Blair t-shirts are available around Aberdeen Bazaar,Samudrika (Govt. museum). This is a govt. museum, ask anyone for directions. Autowala will take you there.Sagarika (Govt. emporium). This is a government emporium where local made goods are available.
Havlock
Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach, Kalapathar Beach, Chidiya Tapu
Havlock Shopping Tips -
Govind Nagar has a few basic shops selling daily essentials plus a small pharmacy. If you pick up one of the ubiquitous Andaman & Nicobar T-shirts sold everywhere for Rs.50, take one with black printing, as white text bleeds off the first time you wash it.
Portblair
Cellular Jail, Corbyn's Cove, Mini Zoo, Japanese Bunkers, Central Agricultural Research Institute, Anthropological Museum, Chatam Saw Mill, Samudrika Naval Museum, Ross Island, North Bay, Baratang Island, Mud volcano, Limestone caves,
Neil Island
Natural bridge, Beach #8, Sitapur beach, Sitapur beach, Lakshmanpur beach, Sunset point
INDIAN RESTAURANTS IN PORT BLAIR-
Annaporna Cafeteria- Pure vegetarian restaurant, offering both South and North Indian and also Jain food. Moderately Costly.
Icy Spicy- Pure Vegetarian Restaurant in the North Indian taste. They also have a sweets and chaat counter which serves best sweets in Andamans.Best vegetarian restaurant in the city.Moderate
kattaboman hotel - Vegetarian Restaurant Very delicious south indian food available at very reasonable price.must go there at least for one time.
Lighthouse Residency- One of Port Blair's best restaurants, with a good (Indianized) Chinese-Thai menu and North Indian favorites. The speciality here is fresh seafood; check the price and pick your fish. The tandoori masala fish is outstanding.
Blue Sea Hotel- It is one of the newly opened place, service best South Indian food in the city. It is very clean and reasonable.
Ananda Restaurant- Cheap & best. Try the range of south indian dishes. Bombay meal is also awesome.
INDIAN RESTAURANTS IN HAVELOCK ISLAND -
Geetha Restraunt - Grilled fish,Prawns ... Grilled Fish starts from Rs 150 to Rs 350 ( Jan 2012) varies with size...
Catch of the Day is for sale near the port on Beach #1 in the afternoons, and you can have your guesthouse cook it up for a fee.
Pristine Beach Resort, Orient Legend Resort and the others in the same vein all have restaurants serving the catch of the day, local Indian food and some traveler's favorites like french fries and chow mein.
Symphony Palms Beach Resort has their own restaurant which has very good vegetarian food.
INDIAN RESTAURANTS IN NEIL ISLAND –
The main bazaar has a few eateries serving the usual Indian fare.
At the beach resorts, food has to be ordered generally at least two hours in advance as the "cook" travels to the market gets the supplies and prepares it.
Green Heaven restaurant-The restaurant is very friendly, has great food (try the grilled fish or chocolate pancake) and the service is positively instant compared with the glacial service at the resorts!
Gan Garden Restaurant- Take main road from bazaar towards sunset point, opposite football pitch is Gan Garden, nice family run restaurant, good choice of meals and they will happily cook any fish for you that you manage to catch yourself or buy from the fish market for a small charge! The family will also happily arrange other activities for you, Gan can organise jungle trips and Sanjay can organise snorkelling or fishing trips on their speed boat! Trips are all around 500Rs per person and will be a full day trip including lunch!
Tango Beach Resort and newly opened Sea Shell Resort (both on Laxmanpur beach) have good restaurants serving conventional Indian and seafood. Try Sutapa Sweets in the main market if you like Indian sweets and samosas.