Andaman

Andaman Tour Packages

An Andaman tour package costs roughly ₹12,999 to ₹50,000+ per person, land-only, and it's one of the easiest island holidays for Indian travellers to book — no visa, no permit, no international document requirements, just a valid ID. Most Bayard travellers choose a compact 4–5 night Port Blair–Havelock–Neil circuit, a 5–6 night trip adding Baratang's mud volcanoes and limestone caves, or a longer 6–8 day multi-island loop reaching Diglipur or Ross & North Bay.

Chennai and Kolkata have the fastest, most frequent flights. Below, we give you honest, city-specific flight timing rather than one blended figure, explain the Andaman Trunk Road rules that apply if your itinerary includes Baratang, and note the islands' 2024 official rename so you have the full, current picture.

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Andaman trip at a glance

Do Indians need a visa or permit for Andaman?

No, Andaman is a domestic Indian trip requiring no visa and no permit for Indian citizens. The Restricted Area Permit (RAP) that's sometimes mentioned in Andaman travel content applies only to foreign nationals, who must obtain it usually issued on arrival at Port Blair before visiting most tourist areas. Indian travellers only need a valid government ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID or passport) for hotel check-ins, ferry bookings and any local formalities, exactly like travelling anywhere else in India.

A note on the 2024 name change

In September 2024, the Government of India officially renamed Port Blair to Sri Vijaya Puram, honouring the islands' role in India's freedom struggle and its historical connection to the Chola Empire's naval presence in the region. In everyday use — flight bookings, hotel listings, ferry schedules and most travel content — "Port Blair" remains the name you'll see and use throughout your trip, and we use it as the primary term on this page for exactly that reason. But if you come across "Sri Vijaya Puram" while researching your trip, it's the same place just the current official name.

Andaman package cost

A 4-night Port Blair-Havelock budget circuit starts from ₹12,999 per person, land-only, rising to ₹21,000–₹28,000 for a fuller 4–6 night Havelock–Neil island-hopping trip, and up to ₹50,000+ per person for a premium honeymoon-style package with better resorts and more water-sports inclusions. These are Bayard's own package prices; domestic airfare is quoted separately unless bundled.

Andaman package price by travel style

Prices move with hotel category, how many islands you cover, and how much scuba diving or water sports you include — Havelock's dive centres price certified and trial dives separately from standard package inclusions. Bayard quotes flights, ferry tickets and any scuba upgrades as separate line items so you can see exactly what's driving your total.

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Port Blair–Havelock–Neil — 4–5 Days / 4–5 Nights

From ₹12,999 per person · Best for first-time visitors, families and honeymooners

● Day 1 — Arrive Port Blair, local sightseeing: Cellular Jail, Samudrika Naval Museum, and Corbyn's Cove Beach if time allows.

● Day 2 — Ferry to Havelock, check in, relax at Radhanagar Beach — regularly ranked among India's best.

● Day 3 — Havelock activities: snorkelling, a scuba dive, or an Elephant Beach cruise.

● Day 4 — Ferry to Neil Island for slower-paced beach time, and the natural rock arch nicknamed "Howrah Bridge" after Kolkata's famous bridge.

● Day 5 — Return to Port Blair and departure after breakfast.

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Port Blair–Radhanagar–Baratang — 5–6 Days

From around ₹27,999 per person · Best for families wanting beaches plus adventure

Adds Baratang Island's mud volcanoes and limestone caves to the classic Havelock beach experience. This route travels the Andaman Trunk Road through the Jarawa Tribal Reserve — see our travel-rules section below before booking, since this leg has genuine, actively-enforced restrictions that differ from the rest of your itinerary.

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Extended Multi-Island Andaman — 6–8 Days

From ₹37,999 per person · Best for repeat visitors and adventure-minded groups

Adds Diglipur's quieter beaches and limestone-cave experiences, plus Ross & North Bay's coral-island snorkelling and glass-bottom-boat rides, for travellers who want to see beyond the standard Havelock–Neil loop.

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How to reach Andaman from your city

Chennai and Kolkata offer Andaman's fastest, most frequent connections. Delhi and Mumbai have direct flights too, but the longer distance means a noticeably longer flight — worth knowing before you book so your travel-day expectations are realistic.

A sea-cruise option also exists from Chennai, Kolkata and Visakhapatnam, taking roughly 50–60 hours each way a niche, slower alternative better suited to travellers who want the journey itself as part of the experience, rather than a standard 4–8 day package trip.

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Best time to visit Andaman

If you're set on off-season dates for value reasons, build in flexibility — a monsoon-season Andaman trip carries real risk of same-trip itinerary changes if a ferry or activity is cancelled.

Travelling to Baratang: the Jarawa Tribal Reserve rules

If your itinerary includes Baratang mud volcanoes, limestone caves, and mangrove-creek boat rides you'll travel the Andaman Trunk Road through the Jarawa Tribal Reserve, home to one of the Andaman's indigenous tribes. This isn't just scenery along the way; it comes with strict, actively-enforced rules that apply to every traveller.

● Vehicles travel only in escorted police convoys at fixed departure times from the Jirkatang checkpoint typically four convoys a day. Arrive at least an hour early for registration and permit formalities.

● Photography and videography are strictly banned throughout the reserve — cameras and phones must be switched off, not just put away, while passing through.

● Vehicles cannot stop inside the reserve for any reason, and interaction with or filming of the Jarawa people is a punishable legal offence, not just a courtesy request.

● Two-wheelers aren't permitted on this stretch — travel is by bus, coach or car only.

● The Port Blair–Baratang journey takes roughly 4–5 hours each way given the convoy structure - factor this into how much time you'll actually have at Baratang itself.

These rules exist to protect a genuinely vulnerable indigenous community and are taken seriously by the Andaman & Nicobar Police — violations can mean camera/phone seizure or vehicle impounding. We brief every Baratang-inclusive itinerary on this before you travel.

Top places to include in your Andaman package

Port Blair

The main entry point and base for most itineraries: the Cellular Jail's light-and-sound show, Corbyn's Cove Beach, and the Samudrika Naval Museum. Best for first-time visitors, families and history-lovers.

Havelock Island

Andaman's most famous island and the heart of most packages: Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach, Kalapathar Beach, and some of the region's best snorkelling and scuba-diving spots. Best for couples, honeymooners and beach-lovers.

Neil Island

A quieter, slower-paced island experience: soft-sand beaches, cycling-friendly routes, and the naturally-formed rock arch known locally as "Howrah Bridge." Best for couples and families wanting a relaxed contrast to Havelock's busier pace.

Baratang, Diglipur, Ross & North Bay

Baratang's mud volcanoes and limestone caves (see the Jarawa Reserve rules above before including this), Diglipur's quieter beaches, and Ross & North Bay's coral-island snorkelling and glass-bottom-boat rides round out the "beyond Havelock and Neil" experience for repeat visitors and adventure-minded groups.

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Why book Andaman with Bayard Vacations

● Honest, city-specific flight timing — we tell you plainly whether your city gets Andaman's fast 2–2.5 hour connection or the longer Delhi/Mumbai routing, so your travel day is planned realistically

● Jarawa Reserve rules explained and coordinated for you — convoy timing, photography restrictions and legal requirements briefed before you travel, not discovered at the checkpoint

● Smart island sequencing — the right mix of Port Blair, Havelock, Neil, Baratang or Ross & North Bay, with ferry and boat timing planned so your trip feels relaxed rather than rushed

● Realistic monsoon-season guidance — we'll tell you honestly if your preferred dates carry real weather and ferry-cancellation risk

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Andaman package FAQs

Do Indians need a visa or permit to visit Andaman?

No. Andaman is a domestic Indian destination — no visa and no permit are required for Indian citizens. The Restricted Area Permit some travel content mentions applies only to foreign nationals. Indian travellers just need a valid ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID or passport) for check-ins and local formalities.

Was Port Blair renamed?

Yes — in September 2024, the Government of India officially renamed Port Blair to Sri Vijaya Puram. In practice, "Port Blair" remains the name used for flight bookings, hotels, ferries and everyday travel, so you'll see and use it throughout your trip regardless of the official change.

How do I reach Andaman from my city?

Chennai and Kolkata have the fastest, most frequent direct flights, at roughly 2–2.5 hours. Delhi and Mumbai also have direct flights, but they run considerably longer — roughly 4.5–5.5 hours — given the greater distance. Bengaluru has direct service with somewhat less frequency.

How many days are enough for Andaman?

4–5 nights covers a classic Port Blair–Havelock–Neil circuit comfortably. 5–7 nights allows a Baratang extension. 6–8 days suits a fuller multi-island route reaching Diglipur or Ross & North Bay.

What is the best time to visit Andaman?

October to May, when seas are calm and ferries run reliably. June–September is monsoon season, with real risk of ferry cancellations and water-sport suspensions, and is generally avoided for package-style holidays.

How much does an Andaman trip cost?

Bayard's Andaman packages start from ₹12,999 per person for a 4-night budget circuit, rising to ₹21,000–₹28,000 for a fuller Havelock–Neil island-hopping trip, and up to ₹50,000+ per person for a premium honeymoon-style package. Domestic airfare is quoted separately unless bundled.

What are the rules for visiting Baratang and the Jarawa Reserve?

Travel is only permitted in escorted police convoys at fixed times through the Jarawa Tribal Reserve on the Andaman Trunk Road. Photography and videography are strictly banned, vehicles cannot stop inside the reserve, and interaction with the Jarawa people is a legal offence. The convoy structure makes the Port Blair–Baratang journey about 4–5 hours each way.

Is scuba diving available for beginners in Andaman?

Yes — Havelock Island has several established dive centres offering trial (discover) dives for beginners with no certification required, alongside certified diving for experienced divers. This is usually priced and booked separately from standard package inclusions.

Do I need to carry ID proof for an Andaman trip?

Yes, though not for entry — Andaman requires no visa or permit for Indians. You'll need a valid government ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID or passport) for hotel check-ins, ferry bookings and other local formalities, the same as anywhere else in India.

Is Havelock or Neil Island better for a honeymoon?

Havelock offers more resort variety, water sports and Radhanagar Beach's well-known scenery, making it the more popular honeymoon base. Neil Island offers a quieter, slower-paced alternative — many couples combine both, spending most nights on Havelock with a shorter Neil Island add-on.

Can I visit Andaman without booking a package?

Yes, independent travel is possible, but ferry timing, Jarawa Reserve convoy coordination, and island-hopping logistics genuinely benefit from local planning — a packaged itinerary generally makes better use of a short trip than arranging each leg separately once you're there.

What is included in a Bayard Andaman package?

Hotels across your chosen islands, breakfast (and often more meals), transfers, ferry tickets, and key activity inclusions like snorkelling and glass-bottom-boat rides. Domestic airfare, some optional paid activities, and personal expenses are quoted separately unless bundled.

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