Take a morning flight from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport to Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair. There are usually connecting itineraries, so allow roughly 7–11 hours including the layover; check the final schedule before booking, as flight timings can change. For six travellers with luggage, pre-book a hotel-arranged airport transfer—either one large vehicle or two cars. Avoid relying on self-drive rentals on arrival, since hotel transfers are easier and local drivers know the roads. Expect the airport-to-town drive to take around 15–25 minutes, depending on traffic.
After checking in around Aberdeen Bazaar or Marine Hill—good options include SeaShell Port Blair, Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels Bay Island, or Hotel Sentinel—keep the afternoon relaxed after the flight. Ask the hotel to confirm airport pickup, early check-in, and a car for the next day; a six-seater with driver generally costs about ₹2,500–₹4,000 for a day, while two smaller cars may be more comfortable. Head to Corbyn’s Cove Beach by hotel car or taxi, roughly 15–20 minutes from central Port Blair. Spend about 1½ hours walking the shore and watching the sunset; jet skis and banana-boat rides may be available, but treat them as optional because operations depend on weather and local permissions. Swimming is best kept close to the marked shore area, and footwear is useful on the sand.
Stop at the Samudrika Naval Marine Museum in Delanipur for an easy, informative introduction to the islands’ coral, shells, marine life, geography, and tribal communities. Allow about an hour and check the current closing time before setting out, as museum hours and weekly closures can change. From there, continue to SeaShell Port Blair in Marine Hill for dinner, usually a 10–15-minute drive. Its restaurant is convenient for a first evening and offers seafood alongside Indian dishes; budget approximately ₹700–₹1,500 per person. Reserve a table if possible, especially for six people, and keep the rest of the night free to recover from the journey.
Start at Cellular Jail National Memorial around 8:30–9:00 am, before the stone courtyards become hot. Allow about two hours for the prison cells, museum galleries, and the quiet central tower; the memorial generally opens in the morning, but verify the latest entry time and holiday schedule shortly before your visit. Modest clothing and comfortable footwear are useful, and photography may be restricted in some interior sections. From here, take an auto-rickshaw or short hotel-arranged car ride to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex at Aberdeen waterfront—usually 5–10 minutes, depending on traffic. Spend about an hour checking the day’s boating or sea-walking-style activities; marine conditions can cancel departures, so treat this as an opportunity rather than a fixed booking.
Walk or take a short auto ride into Aberdeen Bazaar for lunch and browsing. Give yourselves around 90 minutes for casual island food, spices, handicrafts, and practical souvenirs; avoid purchasing coral, shells, or other marine items, as their collection and sale can be illegal. Keep the afternoon flexible for the boat trip: return to Aberdeen Jetty with enough time for check-in and carry sun protection, drinking water, motion-sickness tablets, and a dry bag. The excursion to North Bay Island usually takes three to four hours including boat travel. Glass-bottom boating and snorkeling are the easiest choices for the whole group; optional introductory scuba diving may be available, but only book with a recognised operator, disclose medical conditions, and expect the activity to be weather-dependent. Confirm the return boat time before leaving the jetty.
After returning from North Bay Island, allow time to freshen up before going back to Cellular Jail National Memorial for the light-and-sound show. Reserve tickets in advance and select either the Hindi or English session; arrive at least 30 minutes early because seating and entry can be slow on busy evenings. Finish at Anarkali Restaurant in Aberdeen Bazaar, a convenient choice for North Indian dishes and seafood, with dinner typically costing about ₹500–₹1,000 per person. A hotel-arranged car is easiest for the evening, although autos are readily available around the bazaar; agree on the fare before departing and keep some cash, as smaller vendors may not accept cards.
Take your reserved fast ferry from Phoenix Bay Jetty to Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island), allowing about 1.5–2.5 hours on the water. Reach the jetty 45–60 minutes early with photo ID, tickets, and clearly labelled luggage; keep valuables and medicines in a small day bag, as ferry luggage rules can be strict. On arrival at Swaraj Dweep Jetty, pre-arrange a hotel pickup or use a local taxi—six adults with luggage will be more comfortable in a tempo traveller than a standard car. Check in at SeaShell Havelock, Symphony Palms, or SilverSand Beach Resort around late morning, then keep lunch and the first afternoon easy. Ask reception to arrange a private vehicle for the group; two scooters are possible for confident riders, but a tempo traveller is safer and simpler for sightseeing.
After settling in, spend about 90 minutes at Govind Nagar Beach, a convenient first stop close to the main hotel area. It is good for a gentle shoreline walk, paddling, and a relaxed swim when conditions are calm; avoid swimming near rocky or roped-off sections and follow lifeguard advice. There are small shops and cafés around Govind Nagar, but carry drinking water, sunglasses, and footwear that can handle sand and coral fragments. From the beach, allow roughly 30–45 minutes by hired vehicle to reach the quieter eastern coast.
Continue to Kalapathar Beach for a slower, more scenic outing. The drive takes about 40–50 minutes each way depending on traffic and road conditions, and the beach is best enjoyed as a walk and viewpoint rather than a full swimming stop because currents and exposed coastal sections can be unpredictable. Give yourselves around two hours for photographs, driftwood-lined shore views, and a little unhurried wandering before returning toward Govind Nagar. Sunset timing in November is usually around 5:00–5:20 pm, so confirm the exact time locally and leave enough daylight for the return drive.
Have dinner at Bonova Café And Pub in Govind Nagar, a relaxed choice for the first night on the island, with Indian, continental, and seafood dishes. Budget approximately ₹600–₹1,200 per person, and expect service to be leisurely during the busy season. Reserve or ask your hotel to call ahead for six people, particularly if you want seafood. Confirm the restaurant’s current hours before setting out, as island businesses sometimes adjust timings; arrange your return vehicle through the hotel rather than relying on late-night transport.
Start early, ideally with pickup from your hotel around 6:30–7:00 am, for a beginner Discover Scuba session or certified shore/boat dive with Barefoot Scuba Resort or another current PADI/SSI-certified operator. Allow 3–4 hours for registration, equipment fitting, briefing, the boat or shore experience, and return. A beginner session commonly costs about ₹4,500–₹7,500 per person, while certified dives are usually higher; confirm inclusions, insurance, boat charges, and weather-related cancellation terms before paying. Bring swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, drinking water, and medical details—do not dive if unwell, and avoid alcohol beforehand. Keep the rest of the day relaxed and do not fly for at least 12–18 hours after diving.
Take an auto-rickshaw or pre-arranged hotel car toward Vijay Nagar Beach, roughly 15–25 minutes depending on your resort’s location. Spend about an hour walking the shaded shoreline and relaxing; this is a recovery stop rather than a swimming-heavy beach, especially after diving. Continue to the Havelock Island Beach Resort restaurant in Govind Nagar for lunch, allowing around 1½ hours. Reserve a table in the morning, particularly for six people, and expect approximately ₹700–₹1,500 per person for seafood and Indian dishes. A private car for the day generally costs around ₹2,000–₹3,500, while short auto-rickshaw rides are often ₹150–₹400; ask your hotel to arrange transport because app-based taxis are limited.
After lunch, head to Havelock Market in Govind Nagar, usually busiest and most pleasant from about 4:00 pm onward. Give yourselves an hour to browse snacks, island-made handicrafts, cotton clothing, and basic beach supplies. Buy only legal souvenirs—never coral, shells, or anything collected from the beach—and carry some cash because smaller stalls may not accept cards. Finish at Nemo Café and Bar for an easy dinner and drinks, reaching around 6:30–7:00 pm before it becomes busy; budget roughly ₹800–₹1,500 per person and reserve ahead for six. Keep dinner light after diving, check your ferry tickets and luggage tonight, and ask the hotel desk to reconfirm the next morning’s transfer to the jetty.
Have your hotel arrange a licensed boat from Havelock Jetty to Elephant Beach, ideally for a 7:30–8:30 am departure. The return excursion usually takes around four hours, including the boat ride and time at the beach; arrive 20–30 minutes early with photo ID, water, reef-safe sunscreen, hats, and a dry bag for phones and medication. Confirm the sea conditions and exactly which activities are operating that day—snorkelling, sea walking, parasailing, and banana boats can be weather-dependent. A return boat trip with shared transfers and basic snorkelling commonly costs about ₹1,000–₹2,500 per person, while activities are charged separately. Keep cash for small vendors, and avoid carrying valuables as the beach facilities are basic.
Allow two to three hours at Elephant Beach, splitting up according to comfort rather than trying to do everything. The stronger swimmers can snorkel close to the guided boat area, while others may prefer a short glass-bottom viewing experience, sea walking, or simply the shaded beach. Ask the operator to provide life jackets and avoid standing on coral or touching marine life. There are simple changing facilities and snack stalls, but lunch choices are limited, so eat a light breakfast beforehand and carry sealed water and a few snacks. Return to Havelock Jetty around midday; your hotel can arrange an auto-rickshaw or car back to the resort, usually taking 20–35 minutes depending on its location.
After a relaxed afternoon at the hotel, take an auto-rickshaw or hotel car to Govind Nagar Beach for an easy sunset walk, allowing about an hour. This is deliberately a quiet finish: the sand is good for strolling, but swimming after dark is not advisable, and beach lighting is limited. For dinner, walk or take a short ride to Full Moon Café in Govind Nagar. Expect roughly ₹600–₹1,200 per person for vegetarian, Indian, and continental dishes; confirm the evening hours and kitchen closing time locally, since island restaurants may adjust service during power or supply interruptions. Reserve the hotel-arranged spa or massage for around 8:30–9:30 pm, booking through reception in advance and checking the therapist’s credentials. Keep the evening gentle, hydrate well, and have the hotel reconfirm tomorrow’s early ferry check-in and transfer arrangements before bed.
Take the earliest reliable fast ferry from Havelock Jetty to Phoenix Bay Jetty, ideally one departing around 6:00–7:30 am. Reach the jetty 45–60 minutes early with photo ID, tickets, and only the luggage you need for the airport transfer. The crossing usually takes 1.5–2.5 hours, but sea conditions can cause delays, so this plan is safest only if your Ahmedabad flight departs in the late afternoon or evening. Have your hotel pre-book a six-seater vehicle or two taxis at Phoenix Bay Jetty; allow 30–45 minutes to reach the airport, depending on traffic and luggage handling.
If you have at least four hours before airport check-in, take the pre-booked car southwest to Chidiya Tapu, roughly 30–40 minutes from the jetty. Spend no more than two hours here: enjoy the forested coastal road, birdlife, and the shoreline around Munda Pahad Beach, rather than attempting a long walk after several active days. There is limited shade and few dependable food options, so carry water and snacks; skip this detour if the ferry arrives late or your flight is before about 4:30 pm.
Return toward central Port Blair and stop at Sagarika Government Emporium at Middle Point for about 45 minutes. It is a sensible final shopping stop for certified woodwork, cane products, textiles, and local handicrafts; avoid buying coral, shells, or anything presented as wildlife material. Continue to New Lighthouse Restaurant on the waterfront for lunch, allowing around 1.5 hours and approximately ₹500–₹1,000 per person. Choose a relaxed seafood or Indian meal, but keep the order light and finish by about 2:30 pm so the group is not rushed at the airport.
Ask the driver to take you directly to Veer Savarkar International Airport, normally 15–25 minutes from central Port Blair, and arrive at least two hours before departure—preferably 2.5 hours if your ferry was delayed or you have checked baggage. Confirm in advance whether the hotel vehicle can be returned at the terminal; otherwise arrange a fixed airport drop-off rather than relying on finding taxis at the last minute. Keep ferry tickets, identification, boarding details, and baggage receipts together, and allow roughly 7–11 hours for the connecting journey onward to Ahmedabad.