5-Day Family Friendly Andaman Itinerary

1. Day 1: Cellular Jail
   14 minutes (8.4 km) from Veer Savarkar International Airport

   Learn about the Indian freedom fight and see a light and sound show depicting the history of the Andaman Islands.

2. Day 2: Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
   45 minutes (30.5 km) from Cellular Jail

   Explore the beautiful marine life of Andaman through glass bottom boats and snorkeling. Witness exotic species like the dugong, sea turtles, and alligators.

3. Day 3: Radhanagar Beach
   1 hour, 20 minutes (70.2 km) from Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

   Relax at one of the best beaches in Asia, known for its sparkling water, clear sand, lush green trees, and a perfect sunset view.

4. Day 4: Baratang Island
   3 hours, 30 minutes (100 km) from Radhanagar Beach

   See the amazing Limestone Caves, Mud Volcanoes, and speed boat ride through the dense mangrove forest in the Andaman Sea.

5. Day 5: Ross Island
   2 hours, 45 minutes (78 km) from Baratang Island

   Explore the ruins and historic sites of the British Colony, including the remnants of bakeries, swimming pools, turrets, and printing presses. Enjoy the seaplane ride back to Port Blair.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Cellular Jail (2 hours, INR 30)
• Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park (4 hours, INR 50 for Indians, INR 500 for foreigners)
• Radhanagar Beach (3 hours, Free entry)
• Baratang Island (8 hours, INR 1500 per person including guide, boat, and safari)
• Ross Island (4 hours, INR 3400 for seaplane ride, INR 500 for ferry ride, and INR 30 for entry)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 4,510 per Indian, INR 6,010 per foreigner

Useful Tips

If you have an extra day, visit the Anthropological Museum to learn about the indigenous tribes of Andaman. If you have less time, skip Baratang Island and go to Jolly Buoy Island for snorkeling, instead. Remember to carry sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to beat the sun. Also, carry cash as most places do not accept cards.