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Andaman & Nicobar Tour Package: 4N 5D Itinerary with Price
An Andaman & Nicobar tour package for 4 nights 5 days covers Port Blair, Havelock Island, and optionally Neil Island. The andaman & nicobar tour package 4n5d price ranges from ₹18,000 to ₹45,000 per person, depending on hotel category and whether flights are included. This article is for Indian travelers planning a structured first trip to the Andaman Islands with a clear budget in mind.
What does a 4N5D Andaman & Nicobar tour package typically include?
A standard 4N5D Andaman package includes accommodation for four nights, ferry transfers between islands, and airport pickup and drop. Meals, flights, scuba diving, and personal expenses are almost always excluded from the base package price.
The Andaman & Nicobar tour package is a structured travel product sold by operators covering Port Blair as the entry and exit point. Port Blair is the capital city of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands and serves as the logistical hub for all island transfers.
Most packages split the stay as two nights in Port Blair and two nights on Havelock Island. Havelock Island, officially called Swaraj Dweep, is accessible by ferry in 90 to 120 minutes from Port Blair.
What gets included varies significantly by price tier. Budget packages use government ferries and guesthouses. Mid-range packages upgrade to private speedboats and 3-star hotels. Premium packages add sea plane transfers and resort stays.
| Inclusion Category | Budget Package (₹18K–₹25K/person) | Mid-Range Package (₹26K–₹38K/person) | Premium Package (₹39K–₹45K+/person) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation type | Government guesthouse or budget hotel (2-star) | 3-star hotel or beach resort | 4-star or boutique resort |
| Ferry type | Government ferry (Makruzz or Nautika economy class) | Private speedboat (Makruzz or Green Ocean) | Sea plane (Pawan Hans) or private speedboat |
| Meals included | No meals or breakfast only | Daily breakfast included | Breakfast and dinner included |
| Guided sightseeing | Self-guided with transport only | Guided half-day tours at Port Blair and Havelock | Private guide for all sightseeing days |
Flights from Indian cities are excluded from all tiers. Return airfare from Chennai adds roughly ₹5,000–₹8,000 per person. Flights from Mumbai or Delhi add ₹9,000–₹16,000 per person depending on booking lead time.
Scuba diving is a separate cost at every tier. PADI-certified operators at Elephant Beach and North Bay charge ₹3,500–₹5,500 per dive for beginners with no prior certification required.
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What is the day-by-day itinerary for a 4N5D Andaman tour?
A 4N5D Andaman itinerary typically places two nights in Port Blair for city sightseeing, two nights on Havelock Island for beach and water activities, and uses Day 5 for a morning departure. Neil Island is not included in this standard split.
Day 1 — Port Blair arrival and Cellular Jail
Port Blair airport receives direct flights from Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. After hotel check-in, the evening is reserved for the Cellular Jail light-and-sound show.
The Cellular Jail is a colonial-era prison declared a National Memorial Monument. The light-and-sound show runs at 7:15 PM in Hindi and 8:45 PM in English, Tuesday through Sunday. Entry to the jail is ₹30 for Indian nationals.
Day 2 — North Bay Island and Ross Island
North Bay Island is a coral reef site accessible by a 20-minute boat ride from Port Blair's Aberdeen Jetty. Glass-bottom boat rides and snorkelling are available here for ₹500–₹1,200 per person.
Ross Island, now called Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island, is a short 10-minute boat ride from Port Blair. The island has ruins of British-era administrative buildings and a small deer population.
Day 3 — Ferry to Havelock Island, Radhanagar Beach
The morning ferry from Port Blair to Havelock Island departs between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM depending on the operator. Travel time is 90 to 120 minutes on a government ferry or 60 to 75 minutes on a private speedboat.
Time magazine ranked Radhanagar Beach among Asia's best beaches in 2004. The beach is on the western side of Havelock Island and is open from sunrise to sunset.
Radhanagar Beach is 15 minutes by auto-rickshaw from the Havelock ferry jetty. Sunset here is between 5:15 PM and 5:45 PM depending on the month.
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Day 4 — Elephant Beach, return to Port Blair
Elephant Beach is on the northern tip of Havelock Island and is reachable by a 25-minute boat ride or a 45-minute forest trek. Scuba diving and snorkelling are the main activities here.
The return ferry to Port Blair departs Havelock in the afternoon, typically between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Check-in at Port Blair hotel is followed by a free evening for shopping at Aberdeen Bazaar.
Day 5 — Departure from Port Blair
Day 5 is a half-day. Most flights out of Port Blair depart between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM. The airport is 3 kilometres from the main hotel zone, so a 6:30 AM checkout is standard for morning flights.
Related: Port Blair sightseeing — what to cover on Day 1 and Day 2
How much does an Andaman & Nicobar tour package cost for 4 nights 5 days?
A 4N5D Andaman package costs ₹18,000–₹45,000 per person excluding flights. For a couple, the total land cost runs ₹36,000–₹90,000. Peak season (December to February) adds 20–35% to base package rates compared to off-season months.
The Andaman package price band shifts based on three main factors: hotel category, ferry class, and the travel season. Solo travelers often pay a single supplement of ₹2,500–₹5,000 above the per-person couple rate.
| Traveler Type | Off-Season Cost per Person (June–Sept) | Peak Season Cost per Person (Dec–Feb) | What Drives the Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solo traveler | ₹20,000–₹28,000 | ₹28,000–₹40,000 | Single supplement on rooms, higher flight fares |
| Couple (2 persons) | ₹18,000–₹26,000 per person | ₹26,000–₹42,000 per person | Room sharing reduces per-person cost; ferry prices fixed |
| Family of 4 | ₹15,000–₹22,000 per person | ₹22,000–₹38,000 per person | Triple or quad rooms lower per-head accommodation cost |
June to September is the off-season due to rough seas. Ferry services to Havelock are sometimes suspended during this period. October to November and March to April are shoulder months with lower prices and stable weather.
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Is Neil Island worth adding to a 4N5D Andaman itinerary?
Neil Island fits a 4N5D itinerary only if you replace one Havelock night with a Neil night. Adding Neil Island without cutting Havelock time requires extending the trip to 5 nights 6 days. First-time visitors on a tight budget are better served staying the full two nights on Havelock.
Neil Island, officially called Shaheed Dweep, is a smaller island reachable by ferry in 45 to 60 minutes from Havelock. The island is known for coral reefs, the Natural Bridge rock formation, and a slower pace than Havelock.
Travelers with a specific interest in coral reef snorkelling or those who have already visited Havelock on a previous trip will find Neil Island worthwhile. The ferry from Havelock to Neil departs twice daily, so logistics are manageable.
For first-timers, cutting Havelock short to fit Neil Island means missing Elephant Beach activities or a relaxed Radhanagar sunset. That trade-off is not worth it on a 4N5D schedule.
Couples wanting both Havelock and Neil Island with adequate time at each should look at a 7-night itinerary instead.
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When should you book an Andaman tour package to get the best price?
Book a peak-season Andaman package 60 to 90 days in advance. Ferry seats on private speedboats sell out faster than hotel rooms during December and January. Flights from metro cities to Port Blair spike by 40–60% during school holidays and long weekends.
The best booking window for value is October to November or March to April. These shoulder months have calm seas, good underwater visibility, and package rates 15–25% lower than December to February peak pricing.
Andaman & Nicobar Tourism, the government body also known as ANIIDCO, operates budget guesthouses and ferry bookings through its official portal. Government ferry seats can be booked up to 30 days in advance on the portal.
Scuba diving slots at popular sites like Elephant Beach also need advance booking during peak season. Operators limit batch sizes to 8–10 divers per session.
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What are the most common questions travelers ask before booking an Andaman 4N5D package?
Travelers booking a 4N5D Andaman package most often ask about passport requirements, scuba diving eligibility, ferry logistics, and solo travel options. The answers below address each query directly based on current rules and operator practices.
Do Indian citizens need a passport to visit Andaman?
Indian nationals do not need a passport or visa to visit the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. A government-issued photo ID such as an Aadhaar card or voter ID is sufficient for domestic flights and hotel check-in. Foreign nationals require a Restricted Area Permit, issued free of charge on arrival at Port Blair airport.
Can I do scuba diving without prior experience in Andaman?
Yes. Beginner scuba dives in Andaman are conducted as supervised introductory dives. No certification is required. PADI-certified operators at Elephant Beach and North Bay run these sessions for ₹3,500–₹5,500 per person. The dive lasts 30 to 45 minutes including briefing.
How do I travel between Port Blair and Havelock Island?
Two options connect Port Blair and Havelock Island. Government ferries take 90 to 120 minutes and cost ₹350–₹600 per person. Private speedboats like Makruzz and Green Ocean take 60 to 75 minutes and cost ₹1,200–₹1,800 per person one way. The Pawan Hans sea plane covers the route in 20 minutes for approximately ₹4,500–₹6,000 one way.
Are Andaman packages available for solo travelers?
Yes, several operators offer solo-specific Andaman packages. Solo travelers typically pay a single supplement on twin-sharing rooms. Group departure packages for solo travelers avoid this surcharge by pairing solo bookings together. Dedicated solo packages start from ₹20,000 per person for 4N5D in the off-season.
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