5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Andaman

  1. Day 1: Cellular Jail National Memorial
    15 minutes (5.5 km) from Port Blair

    Start your trip with a visit to the Cellular Jail National Memorial to experience the struggles of India's freedom fighters. The light and sound show held in the evening is a must-see.

  2. Day 2: Ross Island and North Bay Beach
    30 minutes boat ride from Port Blair Jetty

    A beautiful island near Port Blair, Ross Island is full of history and scenic beauty. It is paired with North Bay Beach, known for its clear blue waters and various water activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving.

  3. Day 3: Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park and Chidiya Tapu
    45 minutes (30 km) from Port Blair

    Visit the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park to see the diverse marine life and explore the tropical flora and fauna on an adventurous trek. End the day with the Chidiya Tapu sunset, known for its stunning views of the ocean and varied bird species.

  4. Day 4: Radhanagar Beach and Elephant Beach
    2 hours (70 km) from Port Blair

    Radhanagar Beach is known for its pristine white sand and blue-green waters. This is also paired with a visit to Elephant Beach, famous for its coral reefs which can be seen through snorkeling and glass boat rides.

  5. Day 5: Limestone Caves and Mud Volcano
    2.5 hours (94 km) from Port Blair

    Explore the Limestone Caves, known for their beautiful natural formations, followed by a visit to the Mud Volcano and its quirky bubbling mud ponds. End the trip with a scenic drive back to Port Blair.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cellular Jail National Memorial (2-3 hours, INR 30-100)
  • Ross Island and North Bay Beach Tour (6-7 hours, INR 1,500-2,000)
  • Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park and Chidiya Tapu (6 hours, INR 500-1,000)
  • Radhanagar Beach and Elephant Beach Tour (8-10 hours, INR 1,500-2,000)
  • Limestone Caves and Mud Volcano Tour (7 hours, INR 2,500-3,000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7,030-8,100

Useful Tips

For those with extra time, a visit to the picturesque Parrot Island can be added. However, this trip is dependent on tide timings. For those with less time, the Limestone Caves and Mud Volcano Tour can be swapped with a trip to Mount Harriet National Park for a scenic trek.

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