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Island Hopping Guide β€” Havelock, Neil & Baratang in 5 Days
Arjun MehtaBy Arjun Mehta Β· 7 min read Β· Updated 2026-02-15βœ“ Verified 2026-02-15

Island Hopping Guide β€” Havelock, Neil & Baratang in 5 Daysandaman

The Andaman archipelago has 572 islands, but three β€” Havelock, Neil, and Baratang β€” offer completely different experiences within easy ferry distance of each other. Island hopping between them in 5 days gives you the full spectrum: adventure (Baratang), world-class beaches (Havelock), and tranquil charm (Neil).
Step-by-Step

5-Day Island Hopping Itinerary

Day-by-day inter-island plan:

  • Day 1: Port Blair β†’ Baratang (4am convoy, limestone caves, return by 2pm)
  • Day 2: Port Blair β†’ Havelock (6am Makruzz ferry, 2.5hrs, Radhanagar sunset)
  • Day 3: Havelock full day (Elephant Beach, Kalapathar sunrise, scuba/snorkel)
  • Day 4: Havelock β†’ Neil (9am ferry, 1hr, cycle tour, rock bridge, bioluminescence)
  • Day 5: Neil β†’ Port Blair (morning ferry, 2hrs, debrief, evening flight)
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Arjun Mehta β€” beach travel writer and coastal tourism expert
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Every guide is based on personal visits. Arjun has stayed overnight at each featured destination, tested the water sports, eaten at the local shacks, and spoken to fishing communities. No generic writing β€” only verified, first-hand accounts.

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Everything You Need to Know

Can I visit Havelock and Neil in one trip?+
Absolutely. The ferry between them takes 1 hour. Ideal split: 2.5 days Havelock + 1 day Neil. Or 2+2 if you want a slower Neil experience.
What is the best ferry company in Andaman?+
Makruzz (fastest, most comfortable, AC seats) and Green Ocean (similar quality). Both require advance booking in peak season. Government ferries are cheapest but slowest and uncomfortable.

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