Overview
Islands flanked by amazing beaches with silky soft sands, lots of palms, aqua blue sea teeming with marine creatures, crystal clear sun-kissed warm waters, these are some fabulous qualities that make up the 572 islands of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. For ages, these islands have been able to retain their exotic charm as they have never been inhabited. A mere handful of 30 islands are actually inhabited. Tourists and travellers including families, groups of friends, solo travellers and honeymoon couples everyone seem to be in constant enigma of these mysterious group of islands containing a lot more than the eyes of the world and civilization could ever fathom.
The islands are usually covered with a dense umbrella of evergreen forests that are formidable, rain-fed, damp and stands tall. They harbour some of the most exotic flora and fauna. Some major attractions of Andaman and Nicobar Islands are Cellular Jail, Ross Island, Viper Island, Hopetown, Neil Island, Havelock, Barren Island and Mount Harriet, to name a few. All of these islands boast of remarkable historical significance and have something unique to offer.
The beaches are peaceful and stretch for miles with lots of sunshine and are perfect for sun bathing, relaxing, beach walking, swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking. The Islands are very famous for thrilling adventure games, including jet skiing, submarine rides, parasailing, banana boat rides, fishing and a lot more. The temperature of Andamans is a pleasant one ranging from 23°C to 31°C, that is ideal for any travelling soul. Avail the Honeymoon Retreat Package for a memorable honeymoon.
Short Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival at Port Blair + Viper Island + Corbyn’s Cove Beach + Light & Sound show in Cellular Jail
- Day 2: Transfer from Port Blair to Havelock by ferry and excursion to Radhanagar Beach
- Day 3: Excursion to Elephant beach with one session of snorkelling and transfer from Havelock back to Port Blair
- Day 4: Day trip to Coral Island, Ross Island & Corbyn’s Cove Beach
- Day 5: Designated departure with joyful memories
Main Highlights of this Tour:
- Enjoy the walk along the Japanese bunkers in the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Port Blair
- Discover the mystery of the Viper Island with its jail where the British people used to confine political prisoners
- Unfurl the beauty of the lazy Corbyn’s Cove Beach with breath-taking beauty and thick shade of coconut palms
- Get mesmerized by the Light & Sound show in Cellular Jail, one of its kind to revive the haunting memories of sufferings of freedom fighters
- Give in to the enticement of the gorgeous Radhanagar Beach, Asia’s best beach
- Enjoy a refreshing bout of snorkelling and scuba diving among colourful corals and myriad sea creatures at Elephant Beach
- Enjoy the coral range of Coral Island, British remnants of Ross Island and relaxing peace of Corbyn’s Cove Beach
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival at Port Blair to reach the magical Andamans. Our representative shall offer a warm welcome and shall transfer you at the hotel of your choice. After relaxing a while and post lunch you shall be guided to the Viper Island excursion. Viper Island is in South Andamans and the island has derived its name from the wrecked ship H.M.S. Viper in which Lt. Archibald Blair had reached the shores of Andamans way back in 1789. Viper Island burns with the taint of being used by the British to imprison the freedom fighters. The murky ruins of terrifying gallows are seen till date. This trip shall be followed by a visit to the Cellular Jail in Port Blair and the evening Light and Sound Show is to be enjoyed. Watch the one-and-only light and sound story telling session narrating the heroic feats of the freedom fighters and their misery while under British confinement. Get filled with an impending sense of intense patriotism. Overnight stay at the hotel in Port Blair.
Post breakfast, around 7.30 am pick up from Port Blair hotel for a drop at the ferry jetty for the morning ferry to the exciting and beautiful Havelock. The onward journey of 2.5 hours is a breezy sojourn through the placid seas to reach Havelock. Watch the flying fish daring the ferry and crossing the path floating through the air. Watch the blue seas and munch at snacks. On reaching Havelock, check-in at the hotel of your choice and a brief rest and relaxation time. Our representative shall then later pick you up for a designated drop at the exotic Beach No 7 or Radhanagar Beach known to be the best beach in Asia. Rest of the day to be spent at leisure on the beach. Overnight stay at the hotel/resort of your choice at Havelock Island.
Post breakfast, get ready to be dropped at the Elephant Beach or Beach No. 3 for the most memorable adventure of the trip. Go for a snorkelling adventure into the blue seas. A mere 40-min ride by boat will take you to calm blue shallow waters which is a perfect spot for snorkelers. Rest of the day can be spent relaxing and sunbathing or a leisurely swim in the clear shallow waters. The beach is extremely picturesque with fallen trees and white sands. Later in the evening take a ferry ride back to Port Blair. Watch the setting sun and make your return glamorous by choosing the dusk to sail off. Check-in at the hotel in Port Blair for an overnight stay.
Post breakfast, this day is reserved for a day excursion to Coral Island, also called North Bay Island, to experience the enigma of flamboyant coral reefs and exotic varieties of beautiful ornamental fish and other marine creatures. The white smooth sands and the crystal clear waters make for an ideal location for snorkelling and scuba diving. The scenic beauty is at its best. Lunch packets, drinking water and change of clothes need to be carried along if one wants to attempt the thrilling water sports and swimming on the coral reefs. After visiting North Bay Island, proceed towards the historically famous Ross Island. This island with its former British association holds a unique charm. It was at times called the Paris of the East. Later in the evening enjoy the magnificent sunset on the Corbyn’s Cove Beach in Port Blair. Watch the setting sun, enjoy the warm ocean waters, breathe in the salty air and do some memento shopping for your near and dear ones. Overnight stay at the hotel at Port Blair.
