Andaman Islands Trip Planner — 6-Day Itinerary

Overview

The Andaman Islands are India's best beach-and-reef destination, built around a few island hops by ferry — Port Blair for history and logistics, Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) for Radhanagar Beach and scuba diving, and Neil (Shaheed Dweep) for a quieter, smaller-scale version of the same.

It's a genuinely different kind of India trip: clear water, coral reefs, and a slower island pace, with none of the usual heritage-circuit sightseeing pressure.

Highlights

• 📍 Radhanagar Beach, Havelock
• 📍 Scuba diving or snorkelling at Elephant Beach
• 📍 Cellular Jail light-and-sound show, Port Blair
• 📍 Bharatpur and Laxmanpur beaches, Neil Island
• 📍 Ferry-hopping between islands

Best time to visit

November–May for calm seas and good diving visibility. Avoid June–September (monsoon, rough ferry crossings).

Budget breakdown (6 days, per person)

Flights (India round-trip to Port Blair)

₹15,000–₹25,000

Stay (6 nights)

₹18,000–₹25,000

Inter-island ferries

₹5,000–₹8,000

Diving/snorkelling & food

₹15,000–₹22,000

Sample 6-day itinerary

This is a starting point — Wanderplanner's AI concierge Anya personalises pacing, budget, and activities to your actual dates, group, and interests.

Frequently asked questions

How many days do you need for the Andamans?

5–6 days covers Port Blair, Havelock, and Neil Island at a relaxed pace.

Do you need a permit to visit the Andamans?

Indian citizens don't need a special permit for Port Blair, Havelock, or Neil; some restricted tribal areas elsewhere do require one.

Is scuba diving in the Andamans good for beginners?

Yes — most dive schools on Havelock offer beginner (discover scuba) dives with no certification required.