Fly from Lucknow to Port Blair (typical arrival mid-late morning); collect baggage, buy SIM/permits at airport counters, and transfer to your hotel to check in and freshen up.
Explore the historic Cellular Jail and the museum to learn about the islands’ role in India’s freedom struggle; museum and grounds are typically open 9:00am–5:00pm.
Attend the evocative Light & Sound show (usually starts around 5:30pm–6:00pm) that narrates the jail’s history — book tickets in advance; show runs ~45–60 minutes.
Catch the government/private ferry from Phoenix Bay or Haddo to Ross Island (boats depart around 8:30–9:30am); the ruined British-era settlement is a short, photogenic visit.
North Bay is known for coral and fish; options include glass-bottom boat (short trip) and guided snorkelling (equipment provided). North Bay open for visitors generally 9:00am–4:00pm.
Leave Port Blair early for the passenger ferry to Swaraj Dweep (Havelock); private fast ferries typically depart 6:30–8:00am and government ferries earlier. Book tickets in advance — journey ~1.5–2.5 hours depending on boat.
Book a glass-bottom boat and snorkel trip to Elephant Beach for colourful corals and sea life; boat transfers and activity providers operate 9:00am–4:00pm.
If certified, try a dive at one of the popular sites; introductory dives and certification dives run from morning slots and require pre-booking (operators run 8:00am–3:00pm).
Baratang is a full-day trip (~6–8 hours driving one way including permits), so operators pick up around 4:00am from Port Blair to reach the Jetty/entry point early; carry ID for Jarawa checkpost permit.
Explore the dramatic limestone cave formations — this is a sheltered, unique landscape and guides are usually available; cave access hours around 9:00am–3:00pm depending on operations.
Rent a bicycle or scooter to explore the small island — popular and convenient for visiting beaches and natural formations (rental stalls open after 8:00am).
Visit the Samudrika Museum (usually 9:00am–5:00pm) to learn about marine life, shell collections and tribal culture — good for a cultural overview of the islands.