Arrive at Veer Savarkar International Airport around 9:00 AM and take an auto-rickshaw or prepaid taxi to your hotel in central Port Blair—roughly 10–20 minutes, depending on traffic and location. Most hotels will store your bags if the room is not ready, so have breakfast nearby and keep swimwear, sunscreen, and a change of clothes accessible. Head next to Corbyn’s Cove Beach, about 15–20 minutes by auto or cab; spend around 1½ hours by the water, with jet ski and other activities available when sea conditions permit. September can bring showers and choppy water, so treat the beach visit as a relaxed stop rather than counting on every activity operating.
Return toward central Port Blair and spend about an hour browsing Aberdeen Bazaar, where you can pick up snacks, toiletries, simple beachwear, and local souvenirs. Walkable areas can be busy and humid, so keep valuables secure and expect many shops to close or slow down during the hottest part of the afternoon. For lunch, settle into Annapurna Cafeteria, a dependable vegetarian South Indian option near the bazaar; budget approximately ₹200–400 per person and allow an hour. It is casual and generally busiest around lunchtime, so arrive a little early if you prefer quicker service.
From the bazaar, take an auto-rickshaw or cab to Cellular Jail National Memorial at Atlanta Point, usually 10–15 minutes depending on traffic. Allow about two hours for the galleries, courtyards, watchtowers, and the powerful history of the freedom movement; check the day’s museum hours and last-entry policy locally, as schedules can change. Stay nearby for the Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show, typically held around 6:00–7:30 PM, with exact Hindi/English timings and ticket availability varying by date. Buy tickets as early as possible—ideally through the official counter or a trusted hotel desk—and arrive 20–30 minutes before the show. Afterward, return to your hotel by auto or cab; avoid making a late, ambitious dinner plan on arrival day, since showers and traffic can make even short journeys slower.
Start at Aberdeen Jetty around 8:00–8:30 AM for the combined boat trip to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island and North Bay Island. Boats generally take 20–30 minutes each way, but allow 5–7 hours overall for boarding, waiting, and the island visits. Tickets are commonly sold through approved counters or tour operators near the jetty, with combined excursions often costing roughly ₹1,500–2,500 per person. Carry a government-issued ID, water, sunscreen, and footwear that can handle wet boarding areas; boat departures are weather-dependent, so arrive early.
Spend about two hours on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island, following the shaded paths past the old colonial ruins, church, and cemetery. The island’s deer are accustomed to visitors, but do not feed them. Continue by boat to North Bay Island for roughly two hours of snorkeling or a glass-bottom boat ride over the coral reefs. Sea conditions can be choppy, and visibility varies, so choose snorkeling only if the water looks calm and you are comfortable swimming. Keep valuables sealed in a dry bag and expect separate charges for water activities.
Return to Port Blair and have a late lunch at Mandalay Restaurant, where seafood, biryani, and Indian dishes make an easy recovery meal after the boat trip; budget approximately ₹500–900 per person. From the waterfront, walk over to Marina Park for an unhurried harbor-side stroll. It is most pleasant in the late afternoon, when the heat eases and the boats return across the bay. Allow about an hour here before heading back to your hotel; if the sea has been rough, keep the evening quiet, as the combined island trip can feel longer than its timetable suggests.
Leave Port Blair around 3:30–4:00 AM in your pre-arranged shared taxi or private car, carrying your passport or government ID, water, breakfast, and a light jacket. The drive follows the Andaman Trunk Road through the protected Jarawa Reserve and includes security checks and the Middle Strait ferry; expect roughly 4–5 hours in total. Stay inside the vehicle, do not photograph or interact with the Jarawa people, and follow convoy instructions exactly. The road is long and facilities are limited, so use the restroom before departure and keep snacks handy.
After reaching Baratang, continue to the Baratang Mangrove Boat Ride, usually arranged locally at the jetty. The boat threads through quiet, narrow mangrove channels for about an hour; fares and boat arrangements can vary with group size, tide, and weather, so confirm the price before boarding. Wear sandals or shoes that can handle mud, and protect your phone from splashes. From the landing point, a forest path leads to the Limestone Cave—allow around 1½ hours including the walk. The trail can be slippery, and the cave entrance is uneven and dark, so closed-toe footwear and a small torch are useful.
Have a simple early lunch near Baratang Jetty, where local eateries serve rice, dal, fish curry, and basic seafood plates for approximately ₹250–500 per person. Choose a busy, clean-looking stall and carry cash, as card and mobile-payment service can be unreliable. After lunch, take a short vehicle ride to the Mud Volcano, one of the island’s unusual natural features. Allow about an hour, including the walk from the parking area; it is modest in scale rather than a dramatic erupting volcano, but the bubbling mud formations and rural setting make it worthwhile. Bring water, mosquito repellent, and sun protection.
Return toward the Baratang market area after the day’s excursions, allowing time for the convoy schedule and road conditions—this is not a place to rush. Spend roughly 45 minutes picking up biscuits, fruit, bottled water, or simple local snacks for tomorrow’s onward travel, then return to your accommodation for an early dinner and rest. Keep some cash aside for the next day’s ferry or vehicle arrangements, and reconfirm the Baratang Jetty–Rangat sailing with the local operator or Directorate of Shipping Services office before turning in; September services can change with weather and sea conditions.
Take the earliest confirmed Baratang–Rangat government ferry or inter-island vessel, allowing roughly 5–7 hours for the crossing and possible waiting. September sailings can change with weather, so reconfirm at the Baratang Jetty or through the Directorate of Shipping Services the previous afternoon. Carry water, snacks, sunscreen, and some cash; onboard food choices are limited. On arrival at Rangat Jetty, arrange a short auto-rickshaw or hotel pickup into town and check in—expect a quiet, practical arrival rather than a developed resort area.
After settling in, spend about an hour at the Rangat town market, where small shops and stalls are useful for buying bottled water, fruit, biscuits, and supplies for tomorrow. Have a simple lunch nearby, typically ₹150–300 per person, then keep the afternoon unhurried after the long ferry ride. Autos are the easiest way to move around Rangat, though distances in the central area are manageable on foot; confirm your return transport with your hotel before wandering far.
Late afternoon is ideal for an easy walk along the Rangat waterfront. There is little formal promenade infrastructure, so wear sandals with a secure grip and avoid isolated stretches after dark; the reward is a calm island sunset and fishing-boat views rather than a major attraction. For dinner, ask your hotel to direct you to a busy local seafood restaurant in Rangat town—menus vary daily, but freshly cooked fish, rice, dal, and vegetarian island dishes usually cost ₹300–700 per person. Eat relatively early, around 7:00–8:00 PM, as many local kitchens close by 9:00 PM.
Hire an auto-rickshaw or local taxi for the day—this is much easier than waiting for separate rides—and leave Rangat town around 7:00 AM for Amkunj Beach, roughly 25–35 minutes away. Spend about two quiet hours along the eco-developed shoreline, where shaded seating and simple nature features make it a pleasant place for a slow start. September can be humid and showers are possible, so carry drinking water, insect repellent, sandals, and a rain cover; swimming may be unsafe after rough weather, so follow local signs and ask your driver before entering the water.
Continue south toward the Dhaninallah Mangrove Nature Walk, usually another 10–15 minutes by road. Allow about 1½ hours for the raised boardwalk through the mangroves, moving slowly for mudskippers, crabs, birds, and the changing light on the tidal channels. The walk is best before midday heat; access is generally during daylight hours and may be restricted temporarily after heavy rain. From here, drive a few minutes to Dhaninallah Beach for a relaxed early afternoon on its broad, uncrowded sand. There are limited food and shopping facilities around the beach, so keep your belongings with you and bring snacks if needed.
Return to Rangat local market for a simple mid-afternoon meal, budgeting approximately ₹250–500 per person. Choose a busy family-run eatery near the market rather than expecting a large restaurant selection; rice, fish curry, dal, vegetables, and tea are the dependable local options. Market hours vary, but lunch counters generally wind down by mid-afternoon, so aim to arrive around 2:00 PM. After eating, drive roughly 30–40 minutes to Cuthbert Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Spend up to two hours exploring only the areas open to visitors and check locally whether beach access is permitted that day. The sanctuary is known for turtle-nesting habitat, but sightings are never guaranteed, and September is weather-dependent; do not disturb wildlife, walk on marked paths, or use bright lights near the shore. Arrange your return ride in advance, as mobile connectivity and passing taxis can be limited outside Rangat.
After arriving in Port Blair on the earliest confirmed sailing from Rangat, take an auto-rickshaw or prepaid taxi from the jetty to your hotel. Allow 15–30 minutes, depending on the berth and traffic, and keep the afternoon deliberately light after the five- to seven-hour crossing. Check in, have lunch nearby, and rest for about 1½ hours; this is also a good time to confirm your onward airport transfer and check the next day’s weather.
Around 3:30 PM, head to the Samudrika Naval Marine Museum in Delanipur, roughly 10–15 minutes by auto from central Port Blair. The museum usually operates during daytime hours, commonly until about 4:30 PM, so verify the closing time before leaving your hotel; entry is generally inexpensive, around ₹10–50. Allow 1½ hours to see the coral, shell, fish, and island-community exhibits without rushing. From there, continue by auto to Dhanush Restaurant for dinner—allow roughly 10–15 minutes and expect about ₹500–900 per person for North Indian, Chinese, and seafood dishes.
After dinner, take an auto to Gandhi Park, usually a 10-minute ride from the restaurant depending on its exact branch and traffic. Spend about an hour strolling through the landscaped grounds and waterfront-facing paths; evening is the most comfortable time, though park hours can change, so check locally before setting out. Keep the night easy and return to your hotel by auto—tomorrow’s early start and airport departure make a relaxed evening more useful than another sightseeing stop.
After a relaxed morning, leave Port Blair around 2:30–3:00 PM by auto-rickshaw, taxi, or a pre-booked cab for Chidiya Tapu, about 30 km south via the coastal road. The drive takes roughly 1–1.5 hours, with forest, mangrove-lined stretches, and glimpses of the sea; a return taxi is the most dependable option because local transport becomes scarce after sunset. Carry water, mosquito repellent, and footwear with a good grip—the road and paths can be damp in September.
Spend your first hour exploring Chidiya Tapu, then continue to Munda Pahad Beach, where a forested shoreline walk leads to a rocky viewpoint over the water. Allow around 1.5 hours here, but avoid climbing onto wet rocks. Return toward the main waterfront in time for Chidiya Tapu Sunset Point, ideally reaching by 5:00 PM; sunset is usually around 5:30–6:00 PM in late September, though clouds can make the light disappear quickly. Stay within the marked visitor areas and bring a small torch for the walk back.
Have an early dinner at a family-run restaurant near Chidiya Tapu if one is open, or eat after returning toward Port Blair—expect roughly ₹400–800 per person for seafood, rice-and-curry meals, or vegetarian dishes. Start back before it gets fully dark, allowing about 1–1.5 hours for the return drive. In Port Blair, finish with a 45-minute visit to Sagarika Government Emporium, generally open until around 7:00 PM but worth confirming locally; it is the safer place to buy authorized handicrafts, woodwork, textiles, and souvenirs. Avoid buying coral, shells, or anything of uncertain origin, and keep your purchase receipt for the airport.
Have an early breakfast at your Port Blair hotel between 5:30 and 6:00 AM, then complete checkout and settle any outstanding charges. Ask the hotel to arrange a prepaid taxi or auto-rickshaw, and keep your boarding pass, government ID, and valuables in your hand luggage. The airport road is usually quiet at this hour, but allow 20–30 minutes from central Port Blair, especially if you are staying around Aberdeen or Dignabad.
Leave the hotel by about 6:15 AM for Veer Savarkar International Airport, aiming to arrive around 7:00 AM for your 9:00 AM flight. The terminal is compact, but check-in queues and baggage screening can take time during holiday periods; taxis generally cost approximately ₹300–700 depending on your hotel and vehicle type. Once inside, there are basic refreshments, but it is wiser to carry water and a small breakfast item from the hotel. After security, proceed directly to your gate and keep some buffer for weather-related changes, as flights from the islands can occasionally be delayed by rain or wind.
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