A 2-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Pandeychery

  1. Day 1: Pandeychery Beach
    10 mins (3 Km) from the city centre

    Start off your day by heading to Pandeychery Beach, which is known for its white sandy shores and crystal clear waters perfect for swimming and sunbathing. You can spend a relaxing morning here enjoying beach activities such as volleyball, water sports, and surfing. You can also find a variety of food vendors and cafes to grab lunch.

  2. Day 1: Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
    30 mins (10 km) from Pandeychery Beach

    Next, head to the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, which showcases the incredible marine life and diverse flora and fauna found in the Andaman Islands. The park offers boat rides, snorkelling tours, and glass-bottomed boat tours to explore the coral reefs and underwater world. It's a great activity for families with children who have an interest in marine life.

  3. Day 1: Corbyn's Cove Beach
    30 mins (8 km) from Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

    End your day by visiting Corbyn's Cove Beach, a picturesque beach that is surrounded by lush green coconut palms. This beach is perfect for swimming and sunbathing while taking in the scenic views of the sea and the surrounding greenery. You can also find a variety of small eateries and restaurants here to grab dinner.

  4. Day 2: Mount Harriet National Park
    1 hour 20 mins (53 km) from Corbyn's Cove Beach

    Begin your second day by taking a trip to the Mount Harriet National Park, which is the highest peak in the Andaman Islands. The park is best known for its serene landscape and natural trails for birdwatching and hiking. The view from the top shows the Bay of Bengal and the surrounding water verdantly covered with mangrove forests.

  5. Day 2: Celluloid Chapter Museum
    20 mins (7 km) from Mount Harriet National Park

    Next, head to the Celluloid Chapter Museum to acquaint with the collection of indigenous to contemporary work of art displayed here. It houses a wide collection of photographs and exhibits of the various movies filmed in the Andaman Island. It's an educational and informative attraction for visitors to Pandeychery.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Pandeychery Beach (3 hours, Free)
  • Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park (2-3 hours, INR 50-200 per person)
  • Corbyn's Cove Beach (3 hours, Free)
  • Mount Harriet National Park (3-4 hours, INR 25-250 per person)
  • Celluloid Chapter Museum (1-2 hours, INR 20-50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 100-500 per person

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can extend your stay at the beach and relax while taking a dip or explore the surrounding islands by taking a boat tour. Or you can opt to explore the Chidiya Tapu Biological Park, which houses diverse species of birds from local to migratory birds or visit the Anthropological Museum. If you have limited time, consider visiting one beach and one attraction instead.

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