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Port Blair on South Andaman Island is the capital city of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an Indian territory in the Bay of Bengal. Its seafront Cellular Jail, completed in 1906, hints at its past as a British penal colony and is now a memorial to Indian independence activists. Inland, the Samudrika Marine Museum showcases local marine life. Port Blair is also an Island town offering water based activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, sea-cruises, and glimpses of the history and culture of the region.
Havelock is a picturesque natural paradise with beautiful white sandy beaches, rich coral reefs and lush green forest.
- Cellular Jail
- Coral Island North Bay
- Ross Island
- Vijaynagar Beach
- Radhanagar Beach
- Elephant Beach (Optional)
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival at Port Blair
Fly in to Port Blair Airport. Our representative will meet and assist you at the Veer Savarkar Airport. Board the waiting vehicles, drive to your hotel and check in. First half of the day is at leisure. Later in the afternoon visit Cellular jail followed by light and sound show.
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 and 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.
Overnight stay at respective Hotel / Resort at Port Blair.
(Note- Cellular jail is closed on every Monday and national Holidays. Visit to Cellular jail and Museum closes by 1600 hrs. Light n sound show is Open every day 1800 hrs)
Day 2
Excursion to Coral island North Bay & Ross Island
After breakfast, start off for a full- day excursion to Coral Island (North Bay). To explore coral reefs, exotic varieties of beautiful ornamental fish and other marine life. This is an ideal place for snorkeling as this sandy beach coupled with clear water creates a breathtaking spectacle.
Please carry your lunch pack, drinking water & changing dress. (Water sports activities available here are Scuba diving , Under water sea-walk , Snorkeling , glass bottom boat ride , Jet ski- water scooter , Banana boat ride , speed boat etc on direct payment basis)
After North Bay, visit Ross Island which is the former residential and administrative island of the British which was nick named the Paris of the East. This island was completely destroyed in an earthquake, now in ruins.
Overnight stay at respective Hotel at Port Blair.
Day 3
Port Blair to Havelock
After breakfast get transfer to Phoenix Bay Harbor to catch a ferry to Havelock. The Island 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 Andamans with an area of 92 Sq.Km. It 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. It hosts two of the world’s most renowned beaches; Vijaynagar Beach and Radhanagar Beach.
The Island also has the biggest concentration of breath-taking diving and snorkeling sites, thus acting as a paradise to marine world explorers.
On arrival proceed to selected hotel. Stay here overnight among sandy beach and lush green forest in a comfortable beach resort.
(Note-This day your breakfast will be at Port Blair. Ferry timings is mentioned in the tickets provided to you. Please report 45 minutes prior to departure with a valid photo id card. Subjected to weather condition)
Day 4
Havelock Island / Day leisure /Excursion to Elephant beach (Optional)
Trip to Elephant Beach: Embark on the most memorable snorkeling trip. Just 40 min by Boat this beach offers snorkelers calm blue shallow waters and is the perfect spot for beginner snorkelers. The boat goes right up to the beach and it’s so easy to slip on your gear and just start snorkeling. It’s also a great place to just spend the day lying on the beach and relaxing. The beach is very scenic with fallen trees and white sand giving the photographer some interesting shots. The reef here starts very close to shore at a depth of about 1 meter. The large reef is mostly made up of hard coral and has plenty of marine life.
Note: Inclusive of snorkeling equipment and car pick up and drop to jetty.
Day 5
Excursion to Radhanagar beach / Havelock Island to Port Blair
After breakfast, the cab will be provided to pickup and drop guest to Beach No 7, Radhanagar beach rated as the best beach in Asia. Spend the day relaxing on this beach. Return to Port Blair as per ferry timings advised. Upon return from Havelock Island, transfer to Hotel.
Overnight stay at respective Hotel / Resort at Port Blair.
Day 6
Port Blair – City tour
After breakfast, start off for a full-day "City Tour" of Port Blair - covering Chatham Saw Mill (one of the oldest & largest in Asia), Forest Museum, Mini Zoo-rare species of Birds and animal found in, Fisheries (Marine) Museum – Show casing underwater marine life of Andaman and Nicobar & Water Sports Complex.
Afternoon is free for shopping and other own activities. Overnight stay at respective Hotel / Resort at Port Blair. (Note- City tour / Museums are closed on Mondays and National Holidays our executives will change this trip if this fall on any of the above mentioned holidays)
Day 7
Departure
Transfer to Airport and Departure with unlimited memories...
- Accommodation as per selected category
- Meal as per selected plan
- Transportation (As per itinerary)
- Flight Ticket / Train Ticket
- Anything which is not included in itinerary
- Cost for activities to be paid directly
