5‑Day Chennai → Andaman Adventure Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Port Blair & City Exploration

Morning: Fly from Chennai to Port Blair (≈2 h 30 m). After checking into your hotel, enjoy a light breakfast and a leisurely stroll along the harbor promenade, taking in the sea breeze.

Afternoon: Visit the historic Cellular Jail and its museum, then catch the moving light‑and‑sound show that recounts the island’s freedom struggle.

Evening: Dine at a waterfront restaurant and watch the sunset from Corbyn’s Cove Beach, a perfect spot for a relaxed evening walk.

Day 2: Ross Island & North Bay Beach

Morning: Take a short ferry ride to Ross Island, the former British administrative hub, and explore its ruins, lighthouse, and the quaint museum.

Afternoon: Return to Port Blair and head to North Bay Beach for swimming, water sports, and a beachfront lunch.

Evening: Enjoy a casual dinner in the market area and explore the local handicraft stalls for souvenirs.

Morning: Early ferry to Havelock Island (≈2 h). Check into your beach resort and unwind on the pristine Radhanagar Beach, famed for its powder‑white sand.

Afternoon: After lunch, head to Elephant Beach for snorkeling among vibrant coral reefs and spotting tropical fish.

Evening: Relax with a sunset cocktail on the beach and savor fresh seafood at the resort’s restaurant.

Day 4: Havelock Island – Kalapathar & Leisure

Morning: Walk to the striking Kalapathar Beach, known for its dark volcanic rocks and clear waters, ideal for a peaceful sunrise.

Afternoon: Enjoy optional activities such as scuba diving, kayaking, or a guided nature trek through the island’s mangroves.

Evening: Return to the resort, indulge in a beachside BBQ, and stargaze on the tranquil shoreline.

Day 5: Neil Island Exploration & Return to Chennai

Morning: Ferry to Neil Island (≈1 h 30 m). Explore the scenic Laxmanpur Beach, famous for its natural rock formations and gentle waves.

Afternoon: Visit the picturesque Ridge View Point for panoramic vistas of the turquoise sea, followed by a quick lunch of local delicacies.

Evening: Catch the return ferry to Port Blair, then board your flight back to Chennai, carrying memories of the Andaman’s turquoise waters.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Cellular Jail – 2 hrs – ₹500
• Corbyn’s Cove Beach – 2 hrs – Free
• Ross Island – 3 hrs – ₹600 (incl. ferry)
• North Bay Beach – 3 hrs – ₹300 (water sports)
• Radhanagar Beach (Havelock) – 4 hrs – Free
• Elephant Beach (Snorkeling) – 3 hrs – ₹1,200
• Kalapathar Beach – 2 hrs – Free
• Scuba Diving (optional) – 2 hrs – ₹3,500
• Laxmanpur Beach (Neil Island) – 2 hrs – Free
• Ridge View Point – 1 hr – Free
• Ferry transfers (Port Blair ↔ Havelock ↔ Neil) – 6 hrs total – ₹4,000
• Flights (Chennai ↔ Port Blair) – 2 hrs total – ₹9,000

Total Estimated Cost: ₹20,300

Tips

If you have extra time, add a full day on Havelock for a sunrise trek to the secluded Kalapathar Lighthouse or a day‑trip to the nearby Vijaynagar Beach. To shorten the itinerary, skip Neil Island and spend the final day relaxing on Havelock’s beaches before returning to Port Blair for your flight.