Off the beaten track (10D/9N)

Day 1: Arrival & visit to local museum and transfer to Havelock

On arrival at Veer Savarkar Airport, our travel executive would receive and escort you to the local museum. The anthropological museum is maintained and managed by ASI (Anthropological Survey of India), it is an exquisite small museum showcasing a wide collection of tools and weapons used by Andamanese tribes. This also encloses many photographs of different tribes and aborigines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and then transfer to Havelock, after a 2-hour journey in the Andaman Sea with the flying fishes and Dolphins (you may be lucky to sight some) reach Havelock islands. You will be received at the jetty by our tour manager/driver. Check-in to your hotel and overnight stay in Havelock.

Day 2: Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island), Radhanagar Beach

Get geared up to visit Asia’s No.1 beach rated by Times magazine, Radhanagar beach. This virgin white sand beach is the best place for swimming as there are no rocks on the coast and the waves are not too high. Although Havelock is the most developed of the islands, it’s still very low-key and simple – a world away from the busy life of mainland India.
 

Day 3: Elephant Beach and return to Port Blair by evening ferry

Embark on a snorkeling trip, just 40 min by Boat, this beach offers snorkelers calm blue shallow waters and is the perfect spot for beginner snorkelers. The boat goes right up to the beach and it’s so easy to slip on the gear and just start snorkeling. The beach is very scenic with fallen trees and white sand giving the photographer some interesting shots. The reef here starts close to shore at a depth of about 1 meter. Once you are done with the activities, spend some time lying on the beach and relaxing. Head back to Havelock by afternoon.

Note: In case of inclement weather, if sailing to Elephant beach is not possible, an alternate tour of the Lighthouse shall be conducted.

Day 4: Transfer to Baratang Island, Chartered boat trip to Parrot Island

You will be transferred to Baratang Island directly from the airport. This is a 110 Km journey through the dense forests and tribal reserves. Visit Parrot Island on your chartered boat from Baratang Island. Parrot Island is known for its unique inhabitants and thousands of Parakeets. These Parakeets return to Parrot Island just before sunset. The boat is anchored near the island and one can capture the magnificent view of thousands of Parakeets returning to the island from the other surrounding islands.

Return back to Baratang Island by sunset. Overnight stay at Baratang.

Special note: The journey to Baratang is through a tribal reserve. On the way, you may come in contact with the primitive tribes, the Jarawa. Do not take their photographs or stop the vehicle in between to interact with them. Guests violating the tribal reserve rules are liable to be prosecuted.
 

Day 5: Baratang Limestone caves

Visit the exotic Limestone Caves & ride the speed boat through the dense mangrove forests and overnight stay at Rangat.

Day 6: Visit Long Island

Once home to the biggest timber mill of Andamans, Long Island now is a secluded island with just a few native families. A boat ride amidst the mangroves from Yeretta Jetty in Rangat will take you to Long Island. Lalaji Bay is a serene beach to seek quiet solitude away from the crowds. To reach Lalaji Bay one needs to trek through the Jungle from Long Island Jetty or charter a private boat. Merk's bay, 20 mins boat ride from the jetty is another stunning white sand beach near Long Island. Overnight stay at Long Island.
Note: You need to have flexible travel plans to visit Long Island.

Day 7: Return from Long Island and transfer to Diglipur

Return to Rangat from Long island by morning public ferry. Our vehicle will be waiting at Yeretta Jetty to take you further on Andaman Trunk Road up to Diglipur.

En route, you can visit Morrisdera & Dhani Nallah beach. Dhani Nallah has a mangrove walkway that leads to a pristine beach. You can explore different species of flora and fauna while you walk on the walkway. You can stop over for lunch at Mayabunder and also visit Karmatang beach. You will reach Diglipur by evening. Overnight stay at Diglipur.

Day 8: Ross and Smith Islands

These beautiful islands are a few nautical miles from Diglipur Jetty. Speedboat your way to these beautiful twin islands. What makes these islands truly beautiful and sets them apart from the rest of the islands is that these two islands are joined by a natural sand bar linking both the islands. And thus, while walking on the bar one can move from one island to the other. This white, silky sand bar goes inside the sea at times of high tide and surfaces again during low tide. 
Note: There are no shops on the island, please carry snacks & water with you.

Day 9: Return to Port Blair via Rangat

Start early morning from Diglipur for your return journey to Port Blair by the Andaman Trunk road. On your way back you may stop at Austin Bridge, the bridge that connects North Andaman with Middle Andaman. The second stop would be at Dhani Nallah, this is a mangrove forest with a wooden walkway passing through the dense mangroves, leading to a beautiful beach. Few miles from Dhani Nallah is Amkunj beach. A perfect stop over to relax for a few moments before continuing your journey. Reach Port Bair by evening.

Note: You need to follow the timings strictly as the movement through tribal reserves is regulated by fixed-time convoys only.

Day 10: Fly back home

Conclude your tour with a transfer to the airport to board your return flight back home. Arrive home with wonderful memories of your holiday in Andaman, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime. 

Note: Settle your extra food bill etc with the hotel in advance to avoid any last moment delay/inconvenience. Report to the airport at least 2 hours prior to departure time.

 INCLUSIONS

Ø  Sightseeing tours as per the itinerary. Apart from the itinerary extra tour will be on chargeable bases.

Ø  Light & Sound show at Cellular Jail.

Ø  Transfer to Havelock & Neil Island by Luxury Cruise.

Ø  Boat trip to Lalaji Bay beach and Merks Bay beach

Ø  Chartered boat trip to Parrot island

Ø  Speed boat ride to Elephant Beach.

Ø  Speed Boat to Ross and Smith Island.

Ø  Speed boat ride to Baratang Island Limestone Cave.

Ø  Personal Assistance at the airport at the time of arrival and departure and on all major Islands.

Ø  Miscellaneous charges, permits, entry fee (North Bay Island), and all applicable luxury/road taxes.

Ø  All Entry Tickets, ferry charges & permits.

EXCLUSIONS 

Ø  Accommodation in specified or similar hotels/resorts.

Ø  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Ø  Air Fare/Train fare.

Ø  Any water sports activity apart from the inclusion.

Ø  Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, etc.

Ø  Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicles, other than mentioned in the itinerary.

Ø Any cost arising due to natural calamities, cyclones, heavy rains, non-operation of ferries/cruises or political disturbances, etc.