9N / 10D
9N/10D Andaman Grand Island Tour – Havelock, Neil & North Andaman
Port Blair(4N) → Havelock(2N) → Neil Island(1N) → Diglipur(1N) → Rangat(1N)
Sold By: Umang Travel Agency
4.4 (58 reviews)
STAY budget hotels
$ 373
$ 415
9% off
/personDetailed Itinerary
Day 1 Port Blair - Arrival in Port Blair and visit to Cellular Jail
- Arrive at Port Blair Airport and transfer to your hotel.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch by 2:00 PM.
- Take a tour of the Cellular Jail, the highlight of our trip, where we will explore its historical significance.
- Proceed to Carbyn’s Cove Beach, located just 7 km from Port Blair.
- Experience the stunning views of the coconut and palm-fringed landscape, the perfect spot for sunbathing.
- Learn about the historical background of the area, including the infamous Cellular Jail, also known as Kalapani.
- Be captivated by the inspiring history of the freedom fighters during the enthralling Light and Sound show.
Day 2 Port Blair - Hotel to Haddo Jetty Transfer and cruise to Havelock Island.
- Upon arrival at Havelock Jetty, we will transfer you to your respective hotel or resort.
- After lunch, immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenic beauty of the island’s natural environment, featuring glittering sandy beaches surrounded by lush greenery.
- Spend valuable moments at Radhanagar Beach, recognized by Time Magazine as Asia’s 7th largest sea beach.
- Experience the mysticism of the island and soothe yourself in the turquoise blue waters.
- Enjoy the tranquility of the environment and create unforgettable memories during your overnight stay at Havelock Island.
Day 3 Havelock - Sunrise at Kalapather Beach and Excursion to Elephanta Beach.
- Start the morning with a stunning view of the sunrise at Havelock Island, which will leave you speechless at Kalapather Beach.
- Return to the hotel after breakfast.
- Make the day exciting with a full-day trip to the exotic Elephanta Beach, an ancient secluded beach.
- Be charmed by the sugary white sand and the contrasting shadows of the old trees at the beach, creating an illusionistic picturesque scene that will mesmerize you.
- Spend the day snorkeling in the water and enjoy the exotic views of the corals and marine life beneath the sea at Elephanta Island.
- End the day with an overnight stay at Havelock Island.
Day 4 Havelock - Transfer to Neil Island and visit Bharatpur Beach, Laxmanpur Beach, and Howrah Natural Bridge.
- After breakfast, check out from the respective hotel or resort.
- Catch the cruise to Neil Island, known as the 'vegetable bowl' of Andaman.
- Neil Island is recognized for its mesmerizing white sandy beaches, untouched coral reefs, and lush vegetation.
- The island is one of the hottest tourist spots, enriched by the tropical forest and its biodiversity.
- Visit the magnificent Bharatpur Beach, Laxmanpur Beach, and Howrah Natural Beach (also known as Laxmanpur II Beach).
- Overnight stay at Neil Island.
Day 5 Neil Island - Transfer back to Port Blair and excursion to Ross & North Bay Coral Island.
- After breakfast at 9:00 AM, start off for a full-day excursion to Coral Island (North Bay) to see coral reefs, exotic varieties of beautiful ornamental fish, and other marine life.
- This is an ideal place for snorkeling, as the sandy beach coupled with clear water creates a breathtaking spectacle.
- Please carry your lunch pack, drinking water, and a change of clothes.
- Water sports activities available here include:
- Scuba diving
- Underwater sea walk
- Snorkeling
- Glass bottom boat ride
- Jet ski (water scooter)
- Banana boat ride
- Speed boat ride
- All water sports activities are available on a direct payment basis.
- After visiting North Bay, proceed to Ross Island, the former residential and administrative island of the British during their rule in Southeast Asia, which was nicknamed the "Paris of the East."
- This island was completely destroyed in an earthquake and is now in ruins.
- Return by 4:30 PM for an overnight stay at your respective hotel in Port Blair.
Day 6 Port Blair to Diglipur - Limestone Cave.
- Before daybreak, we will make our way to Baratang Island, located approximately 110 km from Port Blair.
- On the journey, we will pass along the ATR Road, which connects to the Jarawa Tribe Reserve.
- We will ride through a diverse forest region, allowing you to enjoy the beauty and biodiversity of nature.
- Our ride will take us to Nilambur Jetty, where we will board a ferry to continue our journey to Baratang Island.
- During the 15-minute ferry ride, you will navigate through unique mangrove creeks on both sides, creating a natural passage.
- Upon arrival at Baratang Island, you will visit the main attraction: the natural limestone caves, where you can fully immerse yourself in the adventurous atmosphere of the island.
- Overnight stay in Diglipur.
Day 7 Diglipur to Rangat - Trip to Twin Islands - Ross and Smith Island.
- Ross & Smith Islands are actually two islands joined together by a sandbar, forming a single group of islands.
- A forest permit is required from the Forest Office in Diglipur to visit Ross & Smith Islands.
- What makes these islands truly beautiful is their connection by a natural sandbar.
- The water is crystal clear and gem green in color.
- Sunbathing in Ross & Smith Islands is a wonderful experience.
- During high tide, the sandbar disappears, leaving a trail of water between the two islands, while during low tide, the sandbar reappears, making the islands look majestic.
- There is a Marine Sanctuary on the islands, making it an ideal place for spotting beautiful coral reefs and colorful underwater species.
- The beach is surrounded by tropical forests and is a preferred location for trekking and trail hiking among many tourists.
- Visitors can also opt for activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling.
- The clear blue waters enhance the overall experience.
- Ross & Smith Islands are home to Olive Ridley turtles, so being in the right place at the right time may allow you to witness turtle nesting.
- Overnight stay is available in Rangat.
Day 8 Rangat to Port Blair - Visit Wandoor Beach.
- Early morning departure from Rangat.
- Visit several beaches along the way.
- Upon reaching Port Blair, visit Wandoor Beach, known for its scenic beauty and popularity among tourists.
- The Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is located just across Wandoor Beach.
- Boats are available from Wandoor Jetty to visit the Marine National Park.
- At the entrance of the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, visit the state-of-the-art Marine Interpretation Centre.
- The Marine Interpretation Centre features dioramas depicting the marine world and includes an auditorium.
- Overnight stay in Port Blair.
Day 9 Port Blair - City Tour (Museum visit)
- Start the day with planning for visits to any 2 museums:
- Zonal Anthropological Museum
- Naval Marine Museum Samudrika
- Chatham Saw Mill
- Fisheries Museum Cum Aquarium
- After breakfast, we will begin our museum visits.
- The Zonal Anthropological Museum in Port Blair features various exhibits chronicling the lives and times of the Paleolithic islanders and communities of the Andaman Islands. The six native tribes include:
- Onges
- Sentinelese
- Jarawas
- Great Andamanese
- Shompens
- Nicobarese
- The tribes are further classified into Negrito tribes, which include:
- Jarawas
- Sentinelese
- Great Andamanese
- Onges
- There are also two Mongoloid tribes of Nicobar.
- Next, we will visit the Samudrika Naval Marine Museum, a popular tourist attraction located in Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This museum, also known as the Fisheries Museum, features numerous informative installations covering the island’s ecosystem, plants, animals, tribal communities, and marine life.
- A small aquarium houses various collections of fish, corals, and shells.
- A huge skeleton of a blue whale, which was washed ashore in Nicobar, can be seen outside.
- The Indian Navy operates the Samudrika Naval Marine Museum, which includes five galleries representing the history, geography, anthropology, and marine life of the islands.
- Then, we will head towards Chatham Saw Mill, established in 1883 with the primary objective of meeting the local requirements for sawn timber for construction works.
- The initially installed machines were second-hand and operated with unskilled manpower available at that time.
- Unfortunately, during the Second World War, the mill was severely damaged by direct bomb hits, completely paralyzing its operations.
- Last but not least, the Fisheries Museum is counted among the top places to see in Port Blair, the capital town of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
- It is located approximately three kilometers from the Port Blair STS bus terminus/Aberdeen Bazar.
- This renowned tourist destination displays the ecosystem of tropical plants, underwater creatures, and marine life with detailed and informative coverage.
- There are small aquariums showcasing various collections of fish, corals, and shells.
Day 10 Port Blair - Departure from Port Blair Airport.
- Morning free for packing and personal activities.
- Check out from the hotel in time.
- Transfer to the airport.
- Tour ends with sweet memories.
- 150 minutes before take-off time.
Stay & Meal Details
Budget
Port Blair
4 nights
Hotel Kanniga / Similar
Breakfast Included
Havelock
2 nights
Hotel Radhakrishna / Similar
Breakfast Included
Neil Island
1 night
CS Empire / Similar
Breakfast Included
Diglipur
1 night
Pristine Beach Resort / Similar
Breakfast Included
1 night
Bliss Holiday Resort & Restaurants / Similar
Breakfast Included
$415
9% off
Package Policies
- Accommodation in the hotels/resorts mentioned in the package itinerary.
- Well-appointed air-conditioned rooms on a double/triple sharing basis as per the booking.
- Complimentary breakfast will be provided from Day 2 of the tour onwards until the last scheduled breakfast of the stay.
- All airport, jetty, hotel, and sightseeing transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle on a point-to-point basis as per the itinerary.
- Dedicated vehicle for all scheduled transfers as per the itinerary.
- Driver allowance, cab fuel charges, parking fees, and applicable road taxes are included.
- Round-trip inter-island ferry tickets between Port Blair, Havelock (Swaraj Dweep), and Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) by private ferry, subject to availability.
- All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entry tickets, permits, and applicable ferry tickets for sightseeing places specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Assistance by local representatives wherever applicable.
- Any increase in airfare, ship fare, fuel surcharge, or government taxes after booking.
- Lunch, dinner, snacks, beverages, room service charges, and meals not specifically mentioned under the inclusions.
- Mineral water, alcoholic beverages, and special meal requests.
- Telephone calls, internet usage, laundry, spa treatments, porter charges, tips, shopping expenses, and any personal expenditures.
- Scuba diving, sea walk, snorkeling, parasailing, kayaking, glass bottom boat ride, game fishing, trekking, photography/videography charges, and any adventure activity not specifically mentioned under the inclusions.
- Additional vehicle usage beyond the itinerary.
- Extra sightseeing, transfers, or services not mentioned in the package.
- Charges arising due to ferry rescheduling, cancellations, weather conditions, natural calamities, strikes, political disturbances, or any unforeseen circumstances.
- Travel insurance, medical expenses, emergency evacuation costs, hospitalization charges, or any medical-related expenses.
- Any expenses incurred due to missed flights, ferry delays, cancellation of services, or itinerary changes beyond the control of us.
- 9 Nights / 10 Days trip to Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- For 2 Adults
- 35 Days or More Before Arrival: 5% of Package Cost + Rs. 2,500 per Adult & Rs. 1,500 per Child/Infant.
- 21-34 Days Before Arrival: 50% of Total Package Cost + Rs. 2,500 per Adult & Rs. 1,500 per Child/Infant.
- 11-20 Days Before Arrival: 75% of Total Package Cost.
- 10 Days or Less Before Arrival: 100% Cancellation Charges.
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