Board a morning ferry (book in advance) from Phoenix Bay/Port Blair to Havelock; ferries take roughly 1.5–3 hours depending on service and ensure luggage transfer to your Havelock hotel. Check ferry operator times (Makruzz/Green Ocean/ Govt) — many sail early morning and mid-afternoon.
Check in, freshen up and have a family breakfast at your resort or a nearby café by the jetty; many hotels serve hot buffets and they open around 07:00–08:00.
Walk to the jetty neighbourhood for light shopping and a relaxed lunch at 'Something Different — A Beachside Café' (popular on Havelock; opens ~08:30) for kid-friendly options like sandwiches and seafood.
Head to Radhanagar Beach (often voted one of Asia's best beaches) for swimming, beach play and the famous sunset; beach is generally open sunrise–sunset (06:00–18:00 is typical).
Catch sunrise and calm morning waters at Radhanagar; great for family photos and a quiet swim before crowds arrive. Beach accessible at sunrise (typically ~05:30–06:00).
Family-friendly 'try-dive' for first-timers or guided snorkel trip to nearshore reefs; dive centres (e.g., local PADI shops) operate roughly 07:00–16:00 — check exact slot and age limits (usually 10+ for try dives).
Take the morning speedboat or glass-bottom boat to Elephant Beach; boat transfers typically operate 08:00–13:00 for outbound trips — book the morning slot for best water clarity.
Superb snorkelling at Elephant Beach with shallow coral gardens — guided snorkel trips available; shops usually run trips between 08:30–14:30, depending on sea conditions.
Optional short jungle trek back from the beach (if you prefer not to boat back) and enjoy a packed lunch or simple beach shacks; shacks operate until mid-afternoon.
Catch an early government/private ferry (check today's schedule; common departures ~08:30–10:00) to Neil Island for a day loop; ferry trip approx 20–45 minutes.
Famous beaches on Neil are perfect for swimming, shallow reefs and a relaxed family beach day; sitapur is best for sunrise if you stayed overnight, Laxmanpur has long sand and sunset views (be mindful of ferry times).
Have breakfast then hire cycles (available near the jetty) for a gentle ride through local villages to see day-to-day island life — rentals typically 200–400 INR/day.
Choose a slightly nicer restaurant for a celebratory family dinner (seafood platters / vegetarian options available); reserve a table for sunset nights.
If your flight/train is later, visit Corbyn's Cove Beach (open sunrise–sunset) or the Cellular Jail complex/museum (usually open 08:00–17:00) for a short cultural stop.