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Andaman

Coral shallows, jetty sunsets, island time

Havelock and Neil Island deliver some of the clearest water in India. Ferries link the islands, days revolve around tides and dive briefings, and evenings end on a wooden jetty watching the light drop.

Best time to visit

October – May
Calm seas, good visibility for snorkelling and diving.

Things to do

Radhanagar sunset

Arrive by 5pm for the walk along the full length of the beach.

Discover scuba at Havelock

Beginner-friendly sessions with certified instructors.

Cellular Jail light & sound

An evening in Port Blair worth planning around.

Elephant Beach snorkel

Short boat ride to shallow reef.

What to eat

  • Grilled catch of the day
  • Coconut prawn curry
  • Island breakfast with fresh fruit

Travel tips

  • Ferry tickets sell out — book weeks ahead.
  • Carry cash; card acceptance is uneven on the islands.
  • Reef-safe sunscreen only.

Andaman questions, answered

+Can non-swimmers scuba dive?

Introductory dives are conducted with an instructor holding you throughout. Operators brief you fully and you can stop at any point.

Ready-made routes

Andaman packages

Andaman Island Hopper — AndamanIndia
Andaman5N / 6D

Andaman Island Hopper

  • Radhanagar sunset
  • Discover scuba session
  • Neil Island cycle afternoon

Starting from

₹42,800/ person

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