5-Day Family Vacation Itinerary to Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Day 1: Arrival & Port Blair Exploration

Morning: Arrive in Port Blair and check in to your Club Mahindra resort. Relax and acclimate to the island atmosphere.

Afternoon: Visit the Cellular Jail for an educational experience tailored for kids with storytelling sessions and light & sound show.

Evening: Enjoy a leisurely walk and dinner at Corbyn’s Cove Beach, where kids can play in the sand and explore safe shallow waters.

Day 2: Havelock Island - Beach Fun & Nature

Morning: Take a ferry to Havelock Island. Check into your Club Mahindra accommodation and head to Radhanagar Beach, famed for its soft sand and gentle waves, perfect for kids.

Afternoon: Explore the Forest Museum to learn about the island’s flora and fauna, an interactive and kid-friendly attraction.

Evening: Visit the calm Vijaynagar Beach for sunset and some beachside snacks while kids enjoy the playground nearby.

Day 3: Island Adventure & Marine Life

Morning: Take a guided glass-bottom boat ride at Elephant Beach, perfect for kids to spot colorful corals and fishes safely.

Afternoon: Return to hotel for lunch and rest. Later, visit Kalapathar Beach with its black rocks—great for family photos and a light stroll.

Evening: Relax at the resort’s kid-friendly pool and play area, allowing kids to unwind after a day of adventure.

Day 4: Neil Island Exploration

Morning: Take an early ferry to Neil Island. Visit Laxmanpur Beach known for shallow waters and gentle waves, ideal for children.

Afternoon: Explore Bharatpur Beach which offers snorkeling opportunities, safe and supervised for kids with life vests.

Evening: Return to Port Blair, enjoy dinner, and take a casual stroll at the local market for souvenirs.

Day 5: Leisure & Departure

Morning: Spend a relaxed morning at your Club Mahindra resort enjoying family activities and the natural surroundings.

Afternoon: Visit the Samudrika Marine Museum to see marine exhibits and educational displays suited for children.

Evening: Head to the airport for your return journey with wonderful family memories.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Cellular Jail: 2 hours, ₹200 per adult; children below 5 free
• Corbyn’s Cove Beach: 2 hours, free
• Ferry to Havelock Island (round trip): 4 hours total, ₹600 per adult, ₹300 per child
• Radhanagar Beach: 3 hours, free
• Forest Museum: 1.5 hours, ₹50 per person
• Vijaynagar Beach: 2 hours, free
• Glass-bottom Boat Ride at Elephant Beach: 1 hour, ₹500 per adult, ₹250 per child
• Kalapathar Beach: 1 hour, free
• Ferry to Neil Island (round trip): 4 hours total, ₹500 per adult, ₹250 per child
• Laxmanpur Beach & Bharatpur Beach: 4 hours, free (snorkeling ₹300 per child/adult)
• Samudrika Marine Museum: 1 hour, ₹30 per adult, kids free

Total Estimated Cost: ₹7,700 (approximate for family of 2 adults and 2 children)

Tips

To extend your trip: Consider adding a day at Baratang Island to explore limestone caves and mud volcanoes, which are exciting for older kids and adults alike.

To reduce your trip: Skip Neil Island and spend more time at Havelock Island beaches to minimize ferry travel and allow more relaxed beach days for the children.