Start with a hearty South Indian breakfast, island fruit and filter coffee to fuel the day; cafés usually open by 07:30–08:00 so confirm opening times.
Visit the Cellular Jail museum for essential history of the freedom struggle; the museum is generally open 09:00–16:30 — arrive early to allow time for exhibits.
Take the public or private boat from Phoenix Bay to Ross Island to explore colonial ruins, shaded paths and resident deer; boats normally run 09:00–15:00 — check the day's schedule and choose private boat if you prefer flexibility.
Choose the Anthropological Museum (open 09:00–17:00) for tribal culture exhibits, or head to Corbyn’s Cove Beach for a relaxed coastal walk and coconut-shaded sunset spot depending on energy.
Attend the Cellular Jail Light & Sound show (usually begins around 18:00; timing can vary) which dramatizes the freedom struggle; book tickets in advance for the best seats.
Depart very early to reach Diglipur (North Andaman); the road trip is long (approx 6.5–8 hours) so an early start gives daylight for local sights — confirm vehicle booking, driver permit and fuel stops beforehand.
Visit the Saddle Peak area for a short forest walk and then Kalipur Beach for dramatic cliffs and tide-pool exploration; best visited between 14:30–17:00 before dusk.
Enjoy a peaceful shoreline sunset in Diglipur with views towards Ross & Smith; this is a quiet offbeat moment — no entry fee but light fades early so arrive in time.
Board an early speedboat from Kalipur/Diglipur to Ross & Smith; best visiting window depends on tides (low tide reveals the sandbar) — most trips depart between 05:30–08:30 so confirm local tide timings and permits.
Walk the famous white sandbar connecting the two islands at low tide, snorkel in shallow clear pools and photograph the twin-island vista — typically 1.5–2 hours on-site and dependent on tide times.
If you want more photos, take a short shore walk or visit a local viewpoint around Diglipur to view Ross & Smith from land — low-effort and flexible timing.
Begin the long southbound drive to Port Blair (approx 6.5–8 hours). Expect stops for tea, petrol and checks; aim to arrive by late evening so you can catch next-day ferries if needed.
Arrive Port Blair, check-in and have a late dinner; rest early after a long travel day to be ready for island ferries tomorrow — many restaurants still serve till 21:00–22:00 but confirm timings.
Catch an early government or private ferry from Phoenix/Netaji Jetty to Havelock; ferries usually operate between 06:00–14:00 and the crossing takes 1.5–3 hours depending on vessel — confirm departure the evening before.
Breakfast near the Havelock jetty (fresh fruit, crepes, eggs, coffee) before beach exploration; most cafés open from 07:00–08:00 onward but confirm opening times.
Enjoy lunch at a beachfront café as you head to Radhanagar; fresh seafood and island salads are local highlights (lunch service typically 11:00–15:00).
Take a short boat from Havelock to Elephant Beach for snorkelling or a discover-scuba session; dive shops and boats usually operate mainly in the morning (08:00–13:00) when visibility is best — book in advance.
Take the inter-island ferry from Havelock to Neil (approx 45–75 minutes); ferries run several times daily but book and reconfirm schedules the day before.
Explore Laxmanpur Beach and the Natural Bridge rock formation — quieter and very photogenic for tide-pool exploration and dramatic coastline photos; visit in the afternoon and early evening for the best light.
Catch the evening ferry back to Port Blair (direct or via Havelock depending on schedule); ferry times vary so confirm ahead — aim to arrive Port Blair by late evening for onward flights or departures.
Have a late dinner in Port Blair and prepare for your onward journey. If you have an early flight next morning, arrange airport transfer and reconfirm flight check-in times tonight.