Arrive at Veer Savarkar International Airport around 9:00 AM. After collecting your luggage, allow roughly an hour for the transfer to your hotel in Aberdeen or nearby central Port Blair; pre-arranged hotel taxis are easiest, while auto-rickshaws are useful for short local rides. Leave your bags, freshen up, and head to Cellular Jail National Memorial at Atlanta Point by auto-rickshaw or taxi. Spend about two hours visiting the museum, prison wings, and central tower—the galleries are generally open from around 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a midday break sometimes observed, and entry is inexpensive, usually under ₹50. Wear light clothing and carry water; the exposed courtyards become hot even on a mild day.
For lunch, go to SeaShell Restaurant, a reliable central choice for seafood, North Indian dishes, and air-conditioned seating. Budget approximately ₹500–₹900 per person and allow an hour; fish curry, grilled seafood, and crab preparations are good bets, though availability depends on the day’s catch. Afterwards, take an auto-rickshaw or taxi to the Anthropological Museum, about 10–15 minutes away depending on traffic. The museum usually operates during daytime hours with a break around lunchtime and offers useful context on the Indigenous communities of the islands; allow about an hour and check the day’s opening schedule locally, as museum hours can change.
Near sunset, stroll through Marina Park along the Aberdeen waterfront. It is a pleasant, low-effort introduction to Port Blair, with harbor views toward Ross Island and enough space to slow down after the flight and sightseeing. Autos are easy to find around the waterfront, but agree on the fare before departing. Finish at Gandhi Park, where landscaped paths and shaded areas make for a quiet 45-minute visit; it is best reached by a short auto-rickshaw ride from Marina Park and is generally open into the evening. Pick up tea or a light snack nearby, then return to your hotel early—tomorrow’s island excursion usually requires an early start, and boat schedules can shift with weather and sea conditions.
Reach Aberdeen Jetty by about 7:30–8:00 AM for ticket collection, security checks, and boarding; the boat ride to Ross Island and North Bay Island usually takes around 30 minutes, though sailing times and island permits can shift with weather. Confirm whether your ticket is a combined boat-and-island package, and carry cash, drinking water, sunscreen, and footwear with a good grip. From central Port Blair, Aberdeen is easily reached by auto-rickshaw or a short taxi ride; allow extra time because morning queues can be slow.
Spend roughly two hours exploring Ross Island, officially known as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island. Follow the shaded paths through the former administrative quarter, including the old church and other colonial ruins, while keeping an eye out for the island’s friendly deer. The paths are uneven in places, and there is little shade near the waterfront, so this is best done before the midday heat. Avoid feeding the animals, and check the final boat departure carefully—missing it can leave you waiting several hours.
Continue by boat to North Bay Island for two to three hours around the reef. The easiest way to see the marine life is a glass-bottom boat ride; snorkeling is more rewarding when the sea is calm, but visibility can vary considerably after rain or strong wind. Expect approximately ₹500–₹1,500 for basic water activities, with operators often charging separately for snorkeling, boat rides, and equipment. Use reef-safe sunscreen, listen to the crew’s safety briefing, and do not stand on or touch the coral. Keep your return ticket and belongings secure, as the island facilities are simple.
Return to Aberdeen Jetty in the afternoon and leave around 45 minutes to cool down and rest on the waterfront before dinner. Boat timings may be delayed by swell or weather, so avoid planning anything time-sensitive afterward. You can take an auto-rickshaw or taxi from the jetty to New Lighthouse Restaurant, usually a short ride depending on traffic.
Have dinner at New Lighthouse Restaurant, a popular, straightforward choice for seafood and Indian dishes. A meal generally costs about ₹500–₹1,000 per person, and ordering local fish or prawns with rice is a good way to keep it simple after a full day at sea. Service can be unhurried during the evening rush, so allow about an hour and carry cash as a backup. Finish early and return to your hotel for a restful night; tomorrow’s Baratang Island journey requires a pre-dawn departure.
Leave Port Blair around 3:30–4:00 AM in an authorized shared taxi or private car arranged through your hotel or a licensed operator. The drive to Baratang takes roughly 4–5 hours, including the Middle Strait vehicle ferry and the controlled transit through the Jarawa Tribal Reserve. Do not photograph or stop near the reserve, and carry water and a packed snack because roadside services are limited. On arrival, allow time for your operator to coordinate the local boat and guide arrangements before starting the excursion.
Take a small boat from the Baratang jetty through Baratang Mangrove Creek toward the limestone-cave area; the quiet, shaded ride takes about an hour and is one of the most atmospheric parts of the day. From the landing point, walk with a local guide to the Limestone Caves, allowing around 1½ hours. The trail can be muddy and uneven, especially after rain, so wear shoes with a firm grip and bring insect repellent. Boat and cave access are tide- and weather-dependent, so follow your operator’s timing rather than trying to arrange the sequence independently.
Have a simple lunch near the Baratang market area, where small local eateries serve thali, rice, curry, and seafood for about ₹200–₹400 per person; expect basic seating and roughly 45 minutes for the stop. Continue afterward to the Mud Volcano, usually reached by a short local transfer followed by an easy walk, and spend about an hour viewing the bubbling grey formations. Return to your Baratang guesthouse or resort dining room for an early dinner around 6:30–7:30 PM, typically a home-style thali or seafood meal, then rest—the next morning’s transfer to Rangat is best started around 7:00 AM.
After breakfast, leave Baratang around 7:00 AM in your pre-arranged car or authorized shared taxi. Allow 3–4 hours for the Andaman Trunk Road, ferry crossings, and possible delays, so you will likely reach Rangat around late morning. Keep water and snacks accessible, as services along this stretch are limited. On arrival, go first to Yerrata Mangrove Park in Yerrata, a short drive from town. Set aside about 1½ hours to follow the boardwalk through the mangroves and climb the watchtower for wide views across the tidal forest. Carry mosquito repellent, sun protection, and small cash; facilities are basic and opening arrangements can vary, so confirm locally before setting out.
Continue into Rangat town for lunch at a simple local restaurant—ask your driver or accommodation for the day’s busiest, cleanest option rather than looking for a formal tourist venue. A thali, rice meal, or seafood dish generally costs about ₹200–₹400 per person. After lunch, take a short drive to Amkunj Beach, where the afternoon is best spent slowly: walk along the quiet shore, sit beneath the coastal trees, and enjoy the lack of crowds. Allow roughly 1½ hours, but check the tide and avoid entering the water if conditions are rough or lifeguards are absent. Return to Rangat before dusk, as roads outside town are poorly lit.
Spend around 45 minutes browsing the Rangat market area, picking up biscuits, fruit, bottled water, and other snacks for tomorrow’s travel. Shops usually wind down in the early evening, so do this before dinner rather than leaving it late. Finish with a simple meal in your accommodation’s dining room, where advance notice is helpful if you want fresh fish or a vegetarian dinner. Keep the evening relaxed: Rangat is quiet after dark, and your lodging can confirm the next morning’s vehicle timing and road conditions.
Start around 7:00 AM with the short drive from your Rangat accommodation to Dhaninallah Mangrove Nature Walk. The raised boardwalk takes about 1–1.5 hours through dense mangroves and coastal forest; go slowly, as this is one of the better places around Rangat for kingfishers, herons, mudskippers, and small crabs. There is usually little shade once you leave the main walkway, so carry water, insect repellent, and covered shoes. Entry and local access charges are generally modest—allow roughly ₹20–₹100 per person—but confirm locally, as facilities and timings can change during the monsoon.
Continue to nearby Dhaninallah Beach for an unhurried couple of hours. September can bring rough seas and wet sand, so treat it as a scenic coastal stop rather than a swimming beach; follow any local warning signs and avoid walking close to mangrove channels at high tide. There are few dependable cafés here, so bring drinking water and a packed snack from Rangat. A hired auto-rickshaw or your local driver is the easiest option between the walk and beach, with the exact fare best agreed before leaving.
Return to Rangat for lunch at a small local seafood restaurant—ask your driver or accommodation for an open, busy family-run place rather than expecting a formal tourist restaurant. Fresh fish curry, fried fish, rice, and a vegetarian thali usually cost about ₹250–₹500 per person; keep cash, as card and UPI connectivity can be unreliable. After lunch and a short rest, head to Morrice Dera Beach, allowing around 1.5 hours for its quiet shoreline and birdwatching. The approach may be uneven, and there may be no changing rooms or food stalls, so wear comfortable footwear and carry everything you need.
As the light softens, move to a quiet Rangat coastal viewpoint suggested by your driver or host for sunset. There is no single fully developed promenade here, so arrive about 30 minutes early and choose a safe, accessible spot away from slippery rocks and tidal pools. Return to your Rangat accommodation dining room for an early dinner around 7:00 PM—ideal before tomorrow’s long road journey. Request dinner in advance, especially if you want local fish; a simple meal generally costs ₹200–₹500 per person. Before turning in, confirm your next-day car, pickup time, packed breakfast, and ferry-route arrangements with the accommodation.
Leave Rangat around 5:30–6:00 AM in your pre-arranged private car or authorized shared taxi. The return along the Andaman Trunk Road is a long day—usually 7–9 hours—with ferry queues, convoy timing, and road delays, so keep luggage accessible and carry water, snacks, and motion-sickness medicine. Your driver should confirm the day’s ferry and convoy arrangements the previous evening; do not rely on finding a vehicle at short notice.
Plan a simple roadside lunch near Rangat before continuing—either a packed meal from your accommodation or a basic local eatery, budget approximately ₹200–₹400 per person. Allow about 45 minutes, as service can be slow outside the main settlements. The Jirgaon or Baratang ferry crossing provides a useful leg-stretching break; depending on traffic and sailing schedules, the wait and crossing may take 30–60 minutes. Stay with your driver and follow ferry staff instructions, since loading arrangements can change quickly.
You will most likely reach Port Blair in the mid-to-late afternoon. Check into your hotel, shower, and keep the next 1–2 hours completely unhurried after the road journey; avoid planning another excursion today. For dinner, head to Icy Spicy, a reliable central-Port-Blair choice for Indian food and seafood. Expect roughly ₹500–₹900 per person, and allow about an hour. Afterward, return directly to the hotel—tomorrow’s Chidiya Tapu outing is best enjoyed with an early, rested start.
Have lunch early and leave central Port Blair around 2:30–3:00 PM by private car or auto-rickshaw for Chidiya Tapu, about 25 km away. Allow roughly 45–60 minutes each way, since the road becomes winding and forested after Bamboo Flat; a car is considerably more comfortable than an auto for the return after dark. Carry water, insect repellent, and a light rain jacket—September showers can arrive quickly, and facilities become sparse once you leave the city.
Spend about 1½ hours around Munda Pahad Beach, following the shoreline and the short coastal trail at an easy pace. The beach is generally quieter than Port Blair’s urban waterfront, with dense forest behind it and good opportunities for spotting egrets, kingfishers, and other coastal birds. Swimming is not advisable, particularly in monsoon conditions, and there may be no dependable food stalls, so buy snacks before leaving town. Wear shoes with grip, as the trail and rocks can be slippery.
Move to Chidiya Tapu Sunset Point in time for the changing light; reach the viewpoint by roughly 5:00–5:15 PM, though the exact sunset time varies with cloud cover. Stay until dusk, but do not linger on forest paths after dark. On the way back, stop at a roadside café or casual restaurant along M.G. Road or near Aberdeen Bazaar for dinner and refreshments—budget about ₹300–₹700 per person, and expect simple Indian, seafood, and snack options rather than late-night fine dining. If the weather and your energy hold, finish with a 45-minute walk at Corbyn’s Cove Beach; it is best treated as a breezy post-dinner stroll, not a swimming stop, as the shoreline is dimly lit and evening facilities can close early.
Have breakfast at your hotel, then visit Sagarika Government Emporium around 6:00 AM for locally made souvenirs such as shell craft, coconut-shell products, woodwork, and small Andaman-themed gifts. Allow about 45 minutes, but confirm the opening time with your hotel the previous evening, as government-run shops may open later or operate on a flexible schedule. If it is not yet open, do not delay the airport transfer—Aberdeen Bazaar is the better place for last-minute purchases.
Spend another 30–45 minutes around Aberdeen Bazaar picking up packaged snacks, drinking water, medicines, or anything you may need during the journey. The market is walkable from many central hotels, but at this hour an auto-rickshaw is more convenient, especially with luggage; agree on the fare before setting off. Check out promptly and leave Port Blair around 6:30 AM by your pre-booked hotel taxi for Veer Savarkar International Airport, allowing roughly 15–25 minutes from central Port Blair in light traffic. For a 9:00 AM flight, aim to be at the terminal by 7:00 AM; keep identification and booking details accessible, and remember that island weather can occasionally affect flight schedules.
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