Port Blair (3N) + Havelock Island (1N)
Overview
Port Blair and Havelock Island are two popular destinations in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an Indian union territory located in the Bay of Bengal. Here’s an overview of these two locations
Trip Highlights
- Visit Cellular Jail, witness Light & Sound Show (where saga of freedom brought alive).
- Visit Ross Islands (NSCB Dweep), Visit North Bay (the Coral Island).
- Visit Havelock Island.
- Visit Radhanagar Beach at Havelock and Return to Port Blair.
- Depart from Port Blair
Itinerary
On arrive at Port Blair airport, our representative will receive and escorted to the hotel. After
check-in at the hotel and little relax, we proceed to covers Cellular Jail (National Memorial), and
after at evening, we move for the Light and Sound Show at Cellular Jail where the saga of the
freedom struggle brought alive.
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.
The day draws to a gentle close with the Sound and Light Show at the historic Cellular Jail which
gives you a vivid experience of its strong association with the freedom fighters and their
struggle for independence.
Today after breakfast we will proceed for a full day cruising towards Ross Island & North
Bay(Coral Island)
First we starts the exhilarating journey (by boat) to Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose
Dweep) the erstwhile capital of Port Blair during the British regime, it now stands an imposing
relic, with the structure almost in debris. A small museum displays photographs and other
antiques of the Britishers, relevant to these Islands.
From Ross Island, we proceed for a joyful trip to North Bay Island (Coral Island) offering exotic
coral, colourful fishes and underwater marine life. We can view this colourful corals &
underwater marine life.
Today morning after breakfast, check out from Port Blair Hotel to visit Havelock Island
(renamed to Swaraj Dweep). The Journey of Havelock Island starts by ferry from Port Blair
Harbour. The sailing duration is around 90 to 120 minutes. On arrival at Havelock Island, our
representative will receive at Harbour and assist to check-in to the resort, overnight stay at
Havelock Island.
After breakfast, we check out from the resort and visit Radhanagar Beach (Beach No. 7), the
Times Magazine crowned one among the best beaches in Asia. The wide sandy beach is ideal for
swimming, play with high tides, sea bathing and basking. There are multiple options for multi-
cuisine restaurant for lunch at Havelock and paradise for sea food lovers, post lunch proceed
towards Havelock Harbour for return journey towards Port Blair (via ferry) and overnight stay
at Port Blair
Check out from the hotel and head to the airport for your journey back home, with memories of
the mesmerizing Andaman and Nicobar Island
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- Air-Conditioned Hotel Accommodation for 4 Night at specified locations.
- Return airport / harbour transfers by Private AC car as per the itinerary.
- Specified Sightseeing / transfers in Private AC Car as per the itinerary.
- All entry permits / tickets, ferry tickets and permits wherever applicable as per
- the itinerary.
- Return Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) Ferry Tickets in private Air-Conditioned Ferries
- in Base Class.
- Breakfast for 04 occasions at respective Hotel.
- Assistance at all arrival and departure points.
- All Transfers & Sightseeing monitored by Professional Tour Manager
Excludes
- 5% GST on the total Invoice
- Personal Expense Such Telephonic calls, Camera, Laundry charges, Internet, Tips,
- etc
- Any Major Meals i.e. Lunch or Dinner if not specified in inclusion list
- Above Cost is excluding GST. Hotel Details mentioned at the end of the Document
FAQs
You can reach Port Blair by air or sea. The Veer Savarkar International Airport is well-connected to major Indian cities, and there are regular passenger ships from Chennai and Kolkata.
Some of the top attractions in Port Blair include Cellular Jail, Ross Island, the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Chidiya Tapu (Bird Island), and the Anthropological Museum.
Try the seafood, especially fresh fish and prawns. Local dishes like seafood curry and coconut milk-based preparations are popular. Also, don’t miss the street food, like aloo chop and seafood snacks.
A 3-night stay in Port Blair allows you to explore the major attractions, but you can extend your visit if you wish to explore more of the Andaman Islands.
Havelock Island is accessible by ferry from Port Blair. The ferry ride takes approximately 2-3 hours, and there are multiple daily ferry services. It’s advisable to book your ferry tickets in advance.
The main attraction in Havelock Island is Radhanagar Beach, known for its stunning white sands and crystal-clear waters. Water sports like snorkeling and scuba diving are also popular.
With a limited stay, focus on visiting Radhanagar Beach, enjoying water activities, and witnessing the sunset. You can also explore the local markets and savor fresh seafood.
The best time for water sports in Havelock Island is during the dry season, from October to May, when the weather is ideal for activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking.
Yes, there are a few ATMs on Havelock Island, but it’s advisable to carry sufficient cash as they may run out of money during peak tourist seasons.