Once you’ve checked in and had a breather, head to Marina Park for an easy 45-minute walk along the Aberdeen waterfront. It’s a gentle first outing after travel, with harbor views and room to stretch your legs. Allow roughly 10–20 minutes by auto-rickshaw or taxi from central Port Blair, depending on traffic; agree on the fare before setting off.
From the waterfront, make your way to Aberdeen Bazaar and spend about an hour browsing its central shops. It’s a good place to get your bearings and pick up small essentials, though individual shop hours vary and some may close early. The bazaar is walkable from the seafront; an auto-rickshaw is handy if you’d rather save your energy.
Settle in at New Lighthouse Restaurant in the Aberdeen area for Andaman-style seafood or Indian dishes. Budget about ₹500–1,000 per person and allow 1–1.5 hours; seafood availability and prices can vary, so check the day’s options before ordering. If you still have energy afterward, finish with a relaxed half-hour sea view at Flag Point nearby. Keep the evening unhurried—tomorrow is a better day for a fuller look at Port Blair.
Start at the Anthropological Museum in Middle Point, allowing about 1½ hours for its exhibits on the Indigenous peoples and cultures of the islands. It’s commonly open on Sundays, but hours and holiday closures can change, so check before setting out; a taxi or auto-rickshaw from central Port Blair usually takes around 10–15 minutes. From there, continue to the Samudrika Naval Marine Museum in Haddo, another 10–15 minutes by road. Give yourself about 1½ hours for its displays on marine life, island geography and history; confirm the day’s opening hours before you go.
Head to Icy Spicy in the Aberdeen Bazaar area for Indian or Chinese dishes and an unhurried break. Budget roughly ₹300–700 per person. A taxi or auto-rickshaw from Haddo generally takes about 15–20 minutes, depending on traffic.
After lunch, make your way to Cellular Jail at Atlanta Point, around 10–15 minutes away by auto-rickshaw or taxi. Set aside 1½–2 hours for the historic site and museum galleries; check current visiting hours and ticket arrangements locally. If you’d like to stay for the evening light-and-sound show, confirm that it’s running on this Sunday and reserve tickets in advance if required—the schedule and availability can vary. Allow a little downtime between the visit and the show rather than planning a tight turnaround.
Allow roughly 2–3 hours door to door for the ferry, terminal check-in and transfer after arrival; confirm your sailing and check-in rules with the operator, and keep some slack for delays. From the jetty, take a local taxi or auto to your accommodation near Govind Nagar to drop your bags, then settle in for lunch at Full Moon Cafe. Budget around ₹400–900 per person; if the ferry runs late, call ahead and check the kitchen’s hours rather than rushing.
After lunch, take an easy shoreline walk or a short swim at Govind Nagar Beach for about an hour. Check the water conditions locally before swimming, and remember that tides and currents can change. Then arrange a taxi or scooter for the trip west to Radhanagar Beach—allow roughly 30–45 minutes each way, depending on road conditions. Give yourself 2–3 hours for the broad sand and late-afternoon light, but check the beach’s last-entry and exit times before setting out; access may close around dusk, so don’t count on staying after the gate closes. Radhanagar Beach is free to visit; carry water and arrange your return ride in advance, especially if you’re relying on a taxi.
Head to Elephant Beach early; the boat ride from the island’s jetty usually takes around 20 minutes, but sailings, snorkeling and other water activities depend on sea conditions and operator availability. Allow 3–4 hours overall, including transfers and time on the beach. Ask your accommodation or a local operator to confirm the day’s boats and prices before setting out; bring cash, drinking water and reef-safe sun protection, and follow guides’ advice about swimming.
After returning, take a taxi or scooter toward Vijaynagar Beach on the east coast, roughly 20–30 minutes by road depending on where you’re staying. Spend an easy hour or so under the trees and by the quieter shoreline. Keep the afternoon unhurried, and check your return ride in advance if you’re relying on a taxi.
For the planned order, stop at Something Different – A Beachside Café in Govind Nagar for an early meal; budget about ₹500–1,000 per person and allow roughly an hour. Then continue by road to Kalapathar Beach for a short walk among the dark rocks and pale sand. It’s around 20–30 minutes from Govind Nagar, so eat early enough to reach the coast before sunset; March sunsets are around 5:30–6 pm, though the exact time varies. Keep to safe, accessible areas near the rocks, and arrange your ride back before you lose the light.
Allow 2–3 hours door to door for ferry check-in, sailing and your arrival transfer, then leave your bags at your accommodation or arrange a local auto or taxi onward from the jetty. Head to Bharatpur Beach, close to the jetty, for an easy first swim and a breather on the shore; give yourself about 1½–2 hours. Swimming and water activities depend on sea conditions, so check locally before getting in, and bring water shoes if you have them—the shallows can be uneven.
Take a short local transfer to SeaShell Samssara for an unhurried lunch at the resort restaurant. Budget roughly ₹500–1,200 per person; check the restaurant’s current hours and availability when you arrive, as island services can vary. Keep lunch relaxed, but ask your accommodation or a local driver to help line up the afternoon visit around the day’s low tide.
Continue by local taxi or auto to Natural Bridge for a guided walk among the coastal rock formations. Plan for around 1½–2 hours, including the walk in and out, and go only when the tide is suitably low and conditions are safe; confirm tide timing locally before setting off, since access and what you can see change with the water. The rocky shore can be slippery and sharp, so wear sturdy footwear, carry drinking water, and follow your guide’s advice.
Arrange an auto or taxi the evening before and leave early enough to reach Sitapur Beach before sunrise; from the main village area, allow roughly 20–30 minutes each way, depending on where you’re staying. Sunrise is around 5:15 am in late March, but check locally the night before and give yourself 1–1½ hours on the shore. The eastern beach can be rocky and the sea conditions vary, so watch your footing and don’t swim unless locals confirm it’s safe.
After a relaxed morning and a rest at your accommodation, choose a currently open seafood restaurant in the Bharatpur area for lunch; expect roughly ₹400–900 per person, and ask what’s fresh rather than assuming every item on the menu is available. Confirm opening hours locally, as island schedules can be changeable. Keep the afternoon unhurried, then head to Laxmanpur Beach in time for a slow shoreline walk—allow about two hours, with the sunset usually around 5:30 pm in March. A local auto or taxi is the easiest link between the village and the western shore; agree on a return pickup before you settle in.
After sunset, spend about 45 minutes browsing the Shaheed Dweep village market near the main settlement for small souvenirs and locally made goods. Shops may wind down early, so go soon after leaving the beach; carry some cash, as card acceptance can be limited.
Take the earliest practical passenger ferry from Shaheed Dweep and allow 2–3 hours door to door for check-in, sailing and the transfer into central Port Blair. Confirm the sailing and check-in rules with your operator shortly before travel; ferry schedules can change, so don’t build a tight onward-flight connection around the published time.
If your ferry arrives with time to spare, stretch your legs at Gandhi Park, a central, easygoing spot for a brief 30–45-minute stroll. Treat this as optional: skip it if the ferry is delayed or your airport departure is getting close.
For an early meal, Ananda Restaurant in central Port Blair is a convenient stop; budget about ₹300–700 per person. Then take a taxi to Veer Savarkar International Airport—allow around 20–30 minutes from central town, plus extra time for traffic, check-in and airport procedures. Keep a generous gap between ferry arrival and flight departure; if the connection is close, go straight to the airport rather than adding sightseeing.
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