Andaman and Nicobar Islands are one of wonderful beach destinations in India, one can enjoy and make lifetime memories. The most popular package itinerary for Andaman is 4 Nights & 5 days and 5 Nights & 6 Days, but where we can visit the best places for 5 Days? The best places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar in 5 days can be selected from the below places.
Nethaji Island or Ross Island
Ross Island is just 2 kilometers from Port Blair and can be easily reached by ferry in fifteen minutes. This is a must-see during your stay in Port Blair. Ross Island is renamed to Nethaji Subash Chandra Bose Island in 2018 by our Hon’ble Prime Minister.
While most of the places in Andaman are famous for their beaches, Ross Island is on the list to complete your vacation. Relax in the shade of the palm-fringed beaches, watch the waves lap against the pipeline, and enjoy watching deer, peacocks, and ducks surround you.
The most unique thing about the island is that the management has banned overnight stays, no overnight stays are allowed here, so everyone has to leave the island in the evening.
Ross Island has a rich British heritage dating back to when India was under British rule. It is named after Captain Daniel Ross, a British marine surveyor. As you pass through the historic architectural ruins, you will see the world of the pre-independence era of India.
Ross Island is a must-visit place in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Ross Island becomes more interesting as you walk past the British-era Church, Hospital, Bakery, Press, Swimming Pool, Troop Barracks, Chief Commissioner’s House, and Government House.
Radha Nagar Beach, Havelock Island
Radhanagar Beach or Beach no. 7 is the most beautiful location on Havelock Island. Radha Nagar Beach is one of the famous names in Andaman tourism. It is twelve kilometers from the havelock cruise jetty (Govind Nagar No.1). The white sand and crystal clear water attract each holidaymaker. Now, Radha Nagar is one of the important places in Andaman, without visiting this beach, the Andaman tour is incomplete. It is also referred to as beach no 7, Radha Nagar beach is one of the top and best places to visit in Andaman and 99% of the tourist comes to visit Radha Nagar out of the total visitors of Andaman.
Chidyatapu Beach
Chidyatapu beach is also known as Munda Pahar Beach. It is one of the best Port Blair beaches mostly all the visitors coming to the Andaman Islands are visiting here. The beach is rarely crowded and is a nature lover’s paradise. Many tourists visit this beach not only to enjoy the cool waves of blue color but also to watch the birds. You can choose this beach before or after trekking.
Chidyatapu beach is situated in South Andaman District and about 25 km (45 minutes) from the center of Port Blair city, this place can be reached by taxi or bike rental from the city. Buses also operate from Port Blair Bus Stand.
Munda Bahar Beach is known as Sunset Point View. Munda Bahar Beach is an unmistakable and important part of the Andaman Islands, making it a tourist stunner. The beach tends to attract countless tourists, so tourists flock to this place throughout the year. Apart from attracting tourists, the beach is well-known among the locals, thereby boosting the tourism business.
Local people regularly visit this place for picnics, the beach is a hotspot among locals. The mangrove shades found on the beach complete the glory of the beach.
Corbyn’s Cove Beach:
Corbyn’s Cove Beach is situated near the city just 7 km away from Central Port Blair. The beach offers water sports, beach walks, swimming, or relaxing on the sand. Boating, scuba diving, speed boating, parasailing, jet skiing, surfing, and many more adventurous water sports are available at Corbyn’s Cove Beach.
It is a 1 km long white sandy beach where you can stroll, sit and relax with your loved ones. You can visit nearby places if you don’t want to spend the whole day at the beach. Snake Island, said to be full of snakes, is worth a short trip with beautiful coral reefs, fishes, etc.
For the history buff, the Japanese Bunker is a treat to the eye when it comes to the beach, while the famous Cellular Jail or Kalapani Jail in India is just 7 km away from Corbyn’s Cove Beach. This is one of the most popular and best beaches in Port Blair.
On the way to this beach, you can see historical monuments such as Japanese bunkers. Snake Island, just across the coast, is popular for scuba diving. Waves Restaurant and Beer Bar, run by the tourism department, offers delightful cuisine at reasonable prices in pleasant surroundings.
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Cellular Jail
The Jail, originally build with 7 pronged building with a central tower, is a massive structure comprising honeycomb-like corridors. Presently, three of the seven wings remain. The Jail also has a museum with an art gallery and a photo gallery. Today, the Cellular Jail is a National memorial.
Memories of the heroic freedom struggle and the experience of being imprisoned in the Cellular Jail are narrated in the Light & Sound show every evening starting around 5:30 pm (Hindi show) after sunset and there is also available in English, three days a week. without visiting Cellular Jail, your Andaman tour is incomplete, it is one of the places to must visit in Andaman.
Wandoor Beach
Wandoor Beach is known for its natural beauty and is very popular among tourists, located 29 km west of Port Blair. The boundary of the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park lies across the coast.
Boats are available from Wandoor Jetty to visit the Marine National Park. At the entrance to the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, visit the world-class Marine Interpretation Centre.
Wandoor Beach delights those who crave solitude. Vantur beach was badly damaged during the tsunami, the impact of which can still be seen today in the form of fallen logs on the shore.
The shoreline is lined with tall trees and partially indented with waterways to mangroves. It is a feast for the eyes as the sun sets on the distant horizon and the rolling sea in front of the mangroves under the shadows of the clouds.
Wandoor Beach is another best beach nearby Port Blair which is an hour’s drive from Aberdeen Bazaar. Regular government and private buses are also available from Port Blair.
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Elephant Beach, Havelock Island
Elephant Beach is locally known as Elephanta Beach since a couple of years there are some Elephants that can swim in the ocean. This Beach is on Havelock Island of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is well known for water sports activities.
Elephant Beach cannot be able to be visited in 5 days without we have proper two days, but if we can make a plan with Elephant Beach would be one of the best ones.
It is named for its crystal blue water, therefore you’ll do water activities if you visit this beach. The best beach for snorkeling in Havelock is a pollution-free sea beach with crystal-clear seawater. Snorkeling in deep water with videography is charged 800-100 for 20-30 min. but this is the best activity on elephant beach, sea walking for 3500/- per trip. Apart from this, there is a banana ride too costing 600/- per ride. Change rooms are available for ladies too.
The bathing facility is in an open bathroom. Carry your towel and undergarments, so we can change after completing the water activities. Keep sunscreen & goggles always. Water Sports Activities like sea Walk, Snorkeling, Glass bottom boat ride, banana ride, and sofa ride can do in this place.
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Itinerary/places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar in 5 Days
Day 1: Arrival, Hotel Check-in, Cellular Jail, Corbyn’s Cove Beach, Light & Sound Show
- Our representative will be waiting at the airport for your arrival.
- Upon arrival, our representative will receive you and take you to your pre-booked hotel in Port Blair, where you can relax and get ready for sightseeing.
- After lunch, we will wait outside the hotel to pick you up for your tour.
- We will take you to the National Memorial Cellular Jail, where you can explore the history of the islands.
- After this, we will drive to Corbyn’s Cove Beach, which is around 7 km away from the Cellular jail. Explore the beach, swim or try water sports activities like jet skies, and sea kart.
- At around 6 pm, we will proceed to Cellular Jail for the Light & Sound Show at Cellular Jail. This Programme is usually in Hindi and English, as per your request we will arrange it. [note: English shows are available 3 times a week]
- The light & Sound show ticket will be included in your package cost, so our team will give you the ticket before entry to the show.
- After the show, we will pick you up from there to your hotel.
- Have Dinner, and relax
- The Overnight Stay will be at Port Blair.
Day 2: North Bay Island, Ross Island
- After Breakfast, Today we are going on two island trips.
- Our teammate, will receive you at your Hotel and then take you to the Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex.
- This is the place where we have to take the boat for this Two Island, North Bay and Ross Island [Nethaji Island]
- Our teammate will be available to brief you about the islands.
- We board the boat and proceed to North bay Island which takes around 20-25 minutes.
- North Bay Island is also called Coral Island, and here there are lots of Water Activities available to enjoy like scuba diving, sea walking, jet skies, coral safari, dolphin ride, etc.
- After completing the North Bay Island, we board the boat, and then we reach Ross Island.
- Ross Island or Nethaji Island is completely different from North Bay, its consists of lots of history [std].
- In the evening we will board the boat and return to the water sports complex from North Bay Island.
- Our teammate will be waiting at the jetty to pick you up.
- We drop you at your hotel, you can relax.
- Overnight stay at Port Blair.
Day 3: Port Blair to Havelock, Cruise, Radha Nagar Beach
- After breakfast, our teammate will pick you up and take you to Haddo Harbour.
- The Ticket will be provided by our team. kindly carry the tickets along with your valid ID proof, and after completing the security check process, we board the ferry/cruise.
- After reaching Havelock Island, our representative will be available to receive you at havelock Jetty.
- We take you to your pre-booked resort, where you can relax for a while.
- In the afternoon, we take you to one of the top beaches in Asia.
- The Radhanagar beach is listed at 7 by TIME magazine as the best beach in Asia.
- you can bathe, swim and enjoy this evening with a beautiful sunset.
- It’s also popular for sunset points.
- After that we take you to the Resort, you can relax during your stay.
- Night stay at Havelock Island
Day 4: Havelock to Port Blair, Chidyatapu Beach
- After Breakfast, our teammate will take you to the Havelock Jetty and then we proceed to Port Blair by cruise.
- After Reaching Haddo harbour, our teammate will receive you and take you to your Hotel.
- Afternoon, we are going to visit Munda Pahar Beach at Chidyatapu.
- The beach is popularly known as Chidyatapu beach, it is very popular for sunset among the tourist.
- After completing this trip, while returning to your hotel we take you to the local market, where you can buy some local items, which can be memorial for your trip.
- Then, we take you to the hotel and relax
- Night stay at Port Blair
Day 5: With a Lot of Memories, Return back to Home
- After breakfast, our team will be available after completing the check-out procedure.
- We take you to the Andaman Airport and drop you at the airport with some of the best memories of your life.
- Thank you for your memorial trip to Andaman with us.
Itinerary- 2 for places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar in 5 Days
Day 1: Arrival, Hotel Check-in, Cellular Jail, Corbyn’s Cove Beach, Light & Sound Show
- Our representative will be waiting at the airport for your arrival.
- Upon arrival, our representative will receive you and take you to your pre-booked hotel in Port Blair, where you can relax and get ready for sightseeing.
- After lunch, we will wait outside the hotel to pick you up for your tour.
- We will take you to the National Memorial Cellular Jail, where you can explore the history of the islands.
- After this, we will drive to Corbyn’s Cove Beach, which is around 7 km away from the Cellular jail. Explore the beach, swim or try water sports activities like jet skies, and sea kart.
- At around 6 pm, we will proceed to Cellular Jail for the Light & Sound Show at Cellular Jail. This Programme is usually in Hindi and English, as per your request we will arrange it. [note: English shows are available 3 times a week]
- The light & Sound show ticket will be included in your package cost, so our team will give you the ticket before entry to the show.
- After the show, we will pick you up from there to your hotel.
- Have Dinner, and relax
- The Overnight Stay will be at Port Blair.
Day 2: Port Blair to Havelock, Cruise, Radha Nagar Beach & Sunset
- After breakfast, our teammate will pick you up and take you to Haddo Harbour.
- The Ticket will be provided by our team. kindly carry the tickets along with your valid ID proof, and after completing the security check process, we board the ferry/cruise.
- After reaching Havelock Island, our representative will be available to receive you at havelock Jetty.
- We take you to your pre-booked resort, where you can relax for a while.
- In the afternoon, we take you to one of the top beaches in Asia.
- The Radhanagar beach is listed at 7 by TIME magazine as the best beach in Asia.
- you can bathe, swim and enjoy this evening with a beautiful sunset.
- It’s also popular for sunset points.
- After that we take you to the Resort, you can relax during your stay.
- Night stay at Havelock Island
Day 3: Elephant Beach, visiting by boat, Complimentary Snorkelling
- After breakfast, we proceed to the Havelock Jetty. Near this, we have a ticket counter for Elephant Beach.
- Wait for the boat for a while, the boat will be on a shared basis.
- After boarding, the boat will proceed toward the beautiful crystal blue and one of the unique beaches of India.
- It takes around 20-30 minutes to reach Elephant beach.
- We can do water activities, and spend our beautiful time on this beach.
- After completing all, we return back to the havelock on the same boat.
- After reaching the Jetty, we take you to your resort.
- Just relax and stay overnight at Havelock Island
Day 4: Havelock to Port Blair, Chidyatapu Beach
- After Breakfast, our teammate will take you to the Havelock Jetty and then we proceed to Port Blair by cruise.
- After Reaching Haddo harbour, our teammate will receive you and take you to your Hotel.
- Afternoon, we are going to visit Munda Pahar Beach at Chidyatapu.
- The beach is popularly known as Chidyatapu beach, it is very popular for sunset among the tourist.
- After completing this trip, while returning to your hotel we take you to the local market, where you can buy some local items, which can be memorial for your trip.
- Then, we take you to the hotel and relax
- Night stay at Port Blair
Day 5: With a Lot of Memories, Return back to Home
- After breakfast, our team will be available after completing the check-out procedure.
- We take you to the Andaman Airport and drop you at the airport with some of the best memories of your life.
- Thank you for your memorial trip to Andaman with us.
Places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar in 5 days | 2022
