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5-Day Itinerary for Port Blair in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Cellular Jail
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Port Blair Airport

    Start your trip with a visit to the Cellular Jail, a former British prison. In the morning, explore the jail's history and its role in India's struggle for independence. In the afternoon, watch the sound and light show depicting the jail's brutal past. In the evening, walk around the jail's premises and take photos of its old architecture.

  2. Day 2: Ross Island
    20 minutes (7.9 km) from Cellular Jail

    Visit Ross Island, a small island with a rich history. In the morning, take a boat ride to the island and explore its ruins, including the old British church and the Chief Commissioner's House. In the afternoon, relax at the island's beach and enjoy the scenic view. In the evening, take the boat back to Port Blair and enjoy some street food at Aberdeen Bazaar.

  3. Day 3: Chidiya Tapu
    45 minutes (25 km) from Port Blair

    Visit Chidiya Tapu, a popular sunset point with a variety of birds and lush green forests. In the morning, take a scenic drive to the island and explore its beautiful forest trails. In the afternoon, have lunch at a local restaurant and relax at the nearby beach. In the evening, enjoy a stunning sunset view and return to Port Blair by car.

  4. Day 4: Anthropological Museum
    15 minutes (4.7 km) from Port Blair Jetty

    Visit the Anthropological Museum, which showcases the culture and traditions of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. In the morning, learn about the tribes that inhabit the islands and their way of life. In the afternoon, explore the museum's collection of artefacts, photographs and handicrafts. In the evening, take a walk around the museum's gardens and enjoy the view of the sea.

  5. Day 5: Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
    1 hour 20 minutes (32 km) from Port Blair

    Visit the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, a unique marine ecosystem with a variety of aquatic animals and plants. In the morning, take a boat ride to the park's islands and enjoy snorkelling or scuba diving. In the afternoon, have lunch at one of the park's restaurants and relax at the beach. In the evening, return to Port Blair and do some souvenir shopping at Sagarika Emporium.

Recommendations

Other attractions you might consider visiting are the Samudrika Museum, which showcases the islands' marine life and tribal culture, and the Corbyn's Cove Beach, a popular picnic spot with white sand and blue water. If you have time, you can also take a day trip to Havelock Island, famous for its Radhanagar Beach and water sports activities. To maximize your fun, hire a local guide who can show you around and provide you with insider information on the islands.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cellular Jail (2 hours, £2)
  • Ross Island (4 hours, £5)
  • Chidiya Tapu (6 hours, £7)
  • Anthropological Museum (2 hours, £1)
  • Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park (8 hours, £15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £30

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