Our representative meets you at Veer Savarkar Airport, assists with luggage and transfers you to your Port Blair hotel for check-in and quick freshen-up. This sets you up comfortably for the afternoon activities.
Have a relaxed lunch at your hotel restaurant (recommended for convenience with a child) or try New Lighthouse / Amaya Food Plaza in Aberdeen Bazaar for popular local seafood and Indian dishes; both are family-friendly and open roughly 9:00am–10:00pm. Meals are pay-as-you-go.
Short scenic visit to Corbyn's Cove Beach (9 km from Port Blair) — a coconut-fringed beach ideal for swimming, sunbathing and easy beach strolls; good for families with small children. Beach access is generally open 6:00am–6:00pm (confirm locally).
Visit the Cellular Jail complex and its grounds; learn about the islands’ colonial history in a short museum walkthrough and pay respects at the memorial. The museum/grounds generally allow daytime visits; timings vary (typically morning–late afternoon) so confirm at hotel.
Attend the famous Sound & Light show at Cellular Jail (evening), which dramatizes the heroic saga of the freedom struggle — a stirring, family-friendly performance. Show timing is usually around 5:30pm–6:30pm (please confirm exact timing on arrival); your ticket & transfers are included.
Dinner at your hotel’s restaurant or try popular local options around Aberdeen Bazaar; seafood thalis and Indian-Chinese dishes are widely available. Restaurants typically operate until 9:30pm–10:00pm; evening is a good time to sample local fish curries.
Early morning transfer from hotel to Phoenix/Veer Savarkar Harbour for your private cruise to Havelock; early ferry timing is preferred for smoother sea conditions and to maximize island time. Your private cruise (Green Ocean premium) booking on lower deck is included; please arrive at harbour 45–60 minutes before departure for boarding formalities.
Fast cruise (approx. 1–1.5 hours depending on vessel) to Havelock Island. Cruises are usually early morning (approx. 6:30am–8:00am) as per package note — the exact sail time will be confirmed at booking.
Check in at your Havelock hotel (hotel staff/representative assists at the jetty). Freshen up and enjoy the resort amenities — important after the morning transfer especially with a child.
Recommended: Full Moon Cafe or your resort’s breakfast — both serve hearty breakfasts; Full Moon Cafe typically opens by 8:00am–10:30am for breakfast/brunch. Good pickup spot before mid-day beach time.
Afternoon at Radhanagar Beach (12 km from ferry pier) — world-famous for powdery white sand and spectacular sunsets; perfect for relaxing, swimming and photos. The beach is best visited in late afternoon for sunset; public access typically 8:00am–6:00pm but sunset times vary seasonally.
Gala dinner at your Havelock hotel/resort (as per package) to celebrate New Year’s Eve — included for your booking on 31st December; enjoy curated menu and entertainment arranged by the hotel.
Morning excursion to Elephant Beach by speedboat or glass-bottom boat (boat time ~20–30 minutes). Elephant Beach is famous for snorkeling and coral viewing; boats typically run from 7:30am–2:30pm but schedule depends on operators and sea/weather conditions — confirm at reception the night before.
Optional snorkeling at Elephant Beach to see colorful reef fishes and corals; equipment and guided sessions are available from local operators. Package includes a 6-minute complimentary snorkel at Elephanta Island (separate), but Elephant Beach snorkeling is usually payable locally — estimate around INR1200–2000 per person (confirm current rates).
Lunch at Something Fishy / Anju Coco Resto or your resort — Something Fishy is popular for quick seafood and family meals (typically 10:00am–10:00pm); Anju Coco is another reliable option for fresh regional fare.
Visit Kalapathar Beach in the afternoon — a smaller, picturesque beach with silvery sand and scenic rock outcrops; great for photography and quiet time though swimming is limited due to coral rubble. Open all day; best visited mid to late afternoon.
Dinner recommendation: Resort restaurant or Something Fishy / Full Moon Cafe for a relaxed family meal. Most eateries operate until about 9:30pm–10:00pm on Havelock.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Havelock jetty for the scheduled cruise to Neil Island. Please be ready at the hotel 60–75 minutes before departure to avoid delays.
Inter-island cruise to Neil (Makruzz premium class on lower deck per package) — crossing time approximately 30–60 minutes depending on service; your inter-island transfer on cruise is included.
Check-in at Neil Island hotel/resort and relax. For brunch, use hotel dining or try a local café near the jetty; most island cafés open by mid-morning and close around 9:00pm.
Visit Laxmanpur Beach (approx. 2 km north of the jetty) — long stretches of sandy shoreline, excellent for sunbathing and sunset watching; it’s an ideal family beach with calm areas for kids.
Head to Bharatpur Beach — a shallow lagoon beach suitable for swimming and family-friendly water activities like glass-bottom boat rides and supervised snorkelling (many operators run 9:00am–5:00pm). Glass-bottom boat rides are usually payable locally (estimate INR300–600 per person).
Visit the Natural Bridge rock formation near Laxmanpur in the late afternoon — this photogenic natural coral bridge is best seen at low tide and around sunset for dramatic views. Accessibility is tide-dependent; check local tide chart and visit timing with your hotel.
Dinner at the hotel or a nearby seaside restaurant; fresh seafood and simple Indian dishes are recommended. Most island restaurants close around 9:30pm, so eat early with a child.
Early breakfast and checkout from your Neil Island hotel; prepare luggage for the ferry back to Port Blair. Hotel staff will advise best arrival time at the jetty for your cruise.
Return cruise to Port Blair (Makruzz / private cruise on lower deck as per package) — cruising time approx. 1.5–2 hours depending on vessel; included in your package.
Check in (or luggage drop if arrival is before official check-in) and have lunch at the hotel or try local eateries near Aberdeen Bazaar such as New Lighthouse or hotel restaurant for comfort and variety.
Visit Ross Island — historic island once the British administrative headquarters; ideal for a nature walk among ruins, peacocks and deer. Ferries to Ross Island typically run in the afternoon; confirm the boat schedule locally (island usually accessible till late afternoon). Tour & transfer included.
Evening free to rest, stroll Aberdeen Bazaar or buy souvenirs (shell handicrafts, local spices). Shops generally operate until 7:00pm–8:00pm; pick up any final gifts.
Dinner recommendation: Tribal or hotel restaurant for a relaxed final-night meal; try local seafood and classic Indian dishes. Most restaurants close by 9:30pm–10:00pm.
Early breakfast at the hotel and final packing; ensure travel documents, ferry tickets (if any), and boarding passes are ready. Hotel breakfast service timings vary (commonly 7:00am–10:00am); request an early tray if needed for an early flight.
Hotel to airport transfer arranged; depart for the airport at least 2–3 hours prior to your domestic flight. Representative assists with check-in and goodbyes.
Board your flight from Port Blair with memories of the Andaman Islands. If your flight time differs, the transfer will be adjusted to meet the airline check-in requirement.