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5-Day Andaman Islands: Port Blair → Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) → Neil (Shaheed Dweep) Loop

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Day 1: Port Blair Arrival

Port Blair, India on September 29, 2025

12:00pm

Airport arrival & hotel check-in

Collect luggage, clear immigration/customs if applicable and transfer to your hotel in Port Blair; use this midday window to rest briefly before sightseeing.
INR500, 1h30m

2:00pm

Lunch — New Lighthouse Restaurant (recommendation)

Simple, reliable seafood and Indian dishes close to the harbour; a good first meal to try local fish curry and rice. Open midday but check current hours and book a table if you can.
INR600, 1h

3:30pm

Corbyn's Cove Beach

A short, pretty beach 7 km from town with calm waters ideal for a relaxed walk and early evening swimming; beaches are open year-round but check for lifeguard presence.
INR0, 1h

5:00pm

Cellular Jail Museum (exterior & museum visit)

Historic colonial prison turned national memorial; learn about Andaman's freedom struggle in the daytime museum and grounds. Normally open 9:00am–5:00pm (confirm current timings).
INR50, 1h15m

6:30pm

Light and Sound Show at Cellular Jail

Evening dramatisation of the jail's history projected on the Cellular Jail façade — a moving, highly recommended experience; generally held around 6:00–7:30pm (timings vary by season), book tickets in advance.
INR150, 1h

8:30pm

Dinner — Annapurna or Lighthouse Residency restaurant

Try a coastal-style thali or fresh fish; restaurants in Port Blair serve a mix of Indian and south-Indian coastal dishes — check opening hours (usually until 10:00–11:00pm).
INR700, 1h

Day 2: Transfer to Havelock

Port Blair → Havelock (Swaraj Dweep), India on September 30, 2025

6:00am

Early ferry to Havelock (Swaraj Dweep)

Take the fast ferry (private or government) from Phoenix/Veer Savarkar Jetty to Havelock to maximise beach time; ferries typically run early and bookings sell out — arrive 45–60 minutes before departure.
INR1000, 2h30m

9:00am

Breakfast — Island-style café (Havelock) e.g., Something Different Café

Light breakfast with coffee, pancakes or local omelettes to fuel a beach day; cafés on Havelock open early but hours vary by place.
INR350, 45m

10:00am

Radhanagar Beach (Beach No. 7)

One of Asia's best beaches — long white sand, turquoise water and ideal for swimming and sunbathing; public beach open 24/7 but facilities close around sunset.
INR0, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch — Bonova Café or Full Moon Café

Casual beachfront cafés with salads, seafood and sandwiches; great for a relaxed meal near the beach (open daytime).
INR600, 1h

2:00pm

Elephant Beach (snorkelling or glass‑bottom boat)

Snorkelling spot reachable by boat or a jungle trek; vibrant coral and fish make it a top water-activity option — operators run trips in the morning and early afternoon, book in advance. Check operator times as they depend on sea conditions.
INR1500, 3h

6:00pm

Sunset at Kala Pathar / relaxed village walk

Short scenic shoreline walk to Kala Pathar for a quieter sunset than Radhanagar; enjoy small local shops and cafés after the sun goes down.
INR0, 45m

8:00pm

Dinner — Something Different — A Beachside Café

Good mix of continental and Indian dishes, lively atmosphere near the beach; ideal for a relaxed dinner — kitchens usually open until 10:00–11:00pm.
INR700, 1h

Day 3: Havelock Activities

Havelock (Swaraj Dweep), India on October 1, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast — hotel or local café

Early breakfast before a morning dive or snorkel; most dive operators require an early meet-up so have a light but filling meal.
INR300, 30m

7:30am

Scuba diving (introductory/1st dive) or certified dive

Explore vibrant reefs with a certified dive operator; popular operators run dives starting early and typically include briefing and gear — book a day in advance and confirm dive/cancellation policy for sea conditions.
INR4500, 4h

12:30pm

Lunch — The Flying Elephant / local seafood shack

Post-dive meal to refuel — choose light but protein-rich dishes and hydrate; most beach restaurants serve until mid-afternoon.
INR650, 1h

2:00pm

Relax at Radhanagar Beach or water sports

Return to Radhanagar or try stand-up paddleboarding/kayaking depending on availability; many operators run water-sports in the afternoon, but hours depend on weather.
INR800, 2h

5:30pm

Village walk and shop for souvenirs

Explore the main bazaar near Havelock jetty for handicrafts, seashell jewellery and coffee; small shops usually open until evening.
INR0, 45m

8:00pm

Dinner — Full Moon Café or local tandoori place

Try a mix of local seafood and popular Indian dishes; dinner spots on Havelock typically stay open until 10:30–11:00pm, confirm current hours.
INR700, 1h

Day 4: Havelock → Neil

Havelock → Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep), India on October 2, 2025

7:00am

Ferry to Neil Island

Morning inter-island ferry from Havelock to Neil; journey is short compared with Port Blair–Havelock but schedules vary — book seats ahead of time and arrive early at the jetty.
INR700, 1h15m

8:30am

Breakfast — Neil local café (Seaview/SeaShell style)

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast with fresh fruit and local bread; cafés on Neil open later than Port Blair so check times if you have an early ferry.
INR300, 30m

9:30am

Bharatpur Beach (snorkelling & swimming)

Shallow clear water and colourful corals make Bharatpur ideal for snorkelling and relaxing; boat and snorkel operators run morning sessions — check operator schedules.
INR800, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch — local seafood café

Neil is known for fresh crab and lobster; try a trusted local cafe for a relaxed midday meal (check opening hours and call ahead at peak season).
INR700, 1h

2:30pm

Natural Bridge (Howrah Bridge) & Laxmanpur Beach

Visit the natural coralline rock formation known as the Natural Bridge, then relax at Laxmanpur for one of the island’s best sunsets; both are open-access natural sites.
INR0, 2h

6:30pm

Sunset at Laxmanpur Beach

Laxmanpur offers spectacular wide-sky sunsets — arrive early to secure a good spot for photographs and relaxation.
INR0, 45m

8:00pm

Dinner — Fat Martin’s / local seafood restaurant

Enjoy a quiet island dinner — choose fresh catch preparations or familiar Indian staples; most restaurants close by 10:00–11:00pm.
INR700, 1h

Day 5: Neil → Port Blair Departure

Neil → Port Blair, India on October 3, 2025

6:30am

Early breakfast & check-out

Quick breakfast at your hotel or café, then check out and transfer to the jetty for return to Port Blair; ferry timings vary so confirm your booking and boarding time.
INR300, 45m

8:00am

Ferry to Port Blair

Return ferry to Port Blair — allow transit time and collection of luggage on arrival; aim for morning ferries to keep afternoon free for last sights or flight connections.
INR1000, 2h30m

11:30am

Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island) visit

Short boat ride from Port Blair to Ross Island to see colonial ruins, deer, and scenic harbour views; most boat rides and sites operate 9:00am–4:00pm — check boat schedules and return timings.
INR500, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch — Sea-food speciality restaurant in Port Blair

Final Andaman meal — enjoy a coastal speciality or a hearty thali; restaurants around the Jetty Bazaar remain open through the afternoon but confirm hours.
INR700, 1h

3:30pm

Last-minute shopping & transfer to airport

Pick up souvenirs (coir products, local honey, spices) and then transfer to Veer Savarkar Airport (or the ferry terminal if your onward journey is by sea). Leave ample buffer for airport check-in (generally 2 hours for domestic flights).
INR400, 1h30m

6:00pm

Departure from Port Blair

Board your flight or ferry home or onward — ensure you have all permits (if visiting restricted islands) and have reconfirmed departure times.
INR0, —
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