Top 15 Places To Visit in Andaman Family Tour Packages

1. Cellular Jail National Memorial

What’s Special: Light and Sound Show, History

Nearby Attractions: Anthropological Museum, Marine Park and Aquarium, Ross Island, Elephant Beach

Timings: 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

Houses: Bars, Museum

Distance From City: 12 km

Transportation Options: Taxi

Cellular Jail National Memorial or Kala Pani, no matter how dreadful it might sound, it is one of the must visit places in Andaman especially for history fanatics. The jail was built by Britishers to prison the activists of the freedom movement. The light and sound show conducted here depicts the whole story of the past and will give you chills down your spine.

2. Radhanagar Beach

What’s Special: Watersports, Crystal clear water, and white sand

Nearby Attractions: Elephant Beach, Kalapathar Beach, Bharatpur Beach, Neil’s Cove

Timings: 24 Hours

Houses: Views, seafood

Distance From City: 42 km

Transportation Options: Jetty

Radhanagar Beach is one of the cleanest and most scenic beaches not only in India but throughout Asia. The pristine views of the sunset here are just worth the capture. A number of watersports can be enjoyed on this white sandy beach with crystal clear waters.

3. Havelock Island

What’s Special: Radhanagar Beach, Adventure sports

Nearby Attractions: Radhanagar Beach, Kala Pathar Beach, Vijay Nagar Beach, Govind Nagar Beach, Neil’s Cove

Timings: 24 Hours

Houses: Beaches, Adventure Centres

Distance From City: 46 km

Transportation Options: Ferry

Havelock Island is definitely one of the most stunning places to visit in Andaman. Radhanagar and Vijaynagar beaches on Havelock Island are the prettiest and attracts tourists from all over the world. The dense forest, milky white beaches and the ethereal sun views makes this island a travelers’ delight.

4. Mount Harriet And Madhuban

What’s Special: Flora and fauna

Nearby Attractions: North Bay Island, Samudrika Marine Museum

Timings: 24 Hours (Daytime preferable)

Houses: wildlife

Distance From City: 45.8 km

Transportation Options: Cab/Taxi, Jetty

The route from Mount Harriet to Madhuban route is just adorable with dense forests and a rich variety of flora and fauna. Trekking from Mount Harriet to Madhuban is one of the most adventurous things to do on a trip to Andaman. Madhuban will prove to be a heaven for all the nature lovers out there.

5. Museum Circuit

What’s Special: Biodiversity, History

Nearby Attractions: Forest Museum, Cellular Jail, Anthropological Museum

Timings: Samudrika Naval Marine Museum: 09:00 am to 05:00 pm; Anthropological Museum: 09:00 am to 01:00 pm and 01:30 pm to 04:30 pm

Houses: antiques, history, facts

Distance From City: 3.1 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, Cab

Samudrika Naval Marine Museum and Anthropological museums are the two best museums to visit in Andaman. Visiting these museums will give you an insight about the culture, different tribes and history of Andaman. The remains of various eccentric marine life can also be seen in these museums.

6. Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex

What’s Special: Thrilling adventures

Nearby Attractions: Gandhi Park, Forest Museum, Cellular Jail, Diglipur Island

Timings: 10:00 am to 06:00 pm

Houses: Adventurous activities

Distance From City: 10.8 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, Cab

Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is a dream come true for all those who love adventures but fear trying them. The experts of this complex offer a safe environment and equipment to adventure enthusiasts to try out activities like banana boat rides, snorkeling, diving, jet skiing, speed boat rides etc.

7. Neil Island

What’s Special: scenic views, beaches, lush forests

Nearby Attractions: Sitapur Beach, Neil Island

Timings: Open 24/7

Houses: Beaches

Distance From City: 44.1 km

Transportation Options: ferry

Neil Island is a natural paradise with bewitching white sandy beaches and is dotted with lush green forests. The island has its own special appeal with some very famous beaches and exquisite corals. Here the travelers can try thrilling activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling. Neil Island also features glass boat rides for travelers who aren’t adventurous enough to step inside the waters but wish to witness the world of fishes and corals.

8. Chidiya Tapu

What’s Special: Seasonal orchids

Nearby Attractions: Samudrika Marine Museum, Viper Island

Timings: 6 am - 7 pm

Houses: endangered species of birds and animals

Distance From City: 41.1 km

Transportation Options: private vehicles, buses, taxis

An ideal place for bird watchers, Chidiya Tapu houses more than 46 varieties of endangered species of birds and animals. The place harbors a panoramic beach that attracts tourists in large numbers. When here the tourists can experience some magical sunsets and sunrises. It is an idyllic place for those interested in nature, wildlife, and mesmerizing beaches.

9. Rangat

What’s Special: pristine beaches, waterfalls, vegetation

Nearby Attractions: Long Island, Guitar Island

Timings: Open 24/7

Houses: flora and fauna

Distance From City: 134 km

Transportation Options: buses, private vehicles

Gurgling waterfalls, pristine beaches, lush greenery, scenic beauty are waiting for you on the large island situated in the center of Andamans. Rangat makes an ideal location for nature lovers and holidaymakers obsessed with exploring lesser-trodden places. Add this to your Andaman family packages if you are one of those tourists obsessed with sceneries and nature.

10. Mayabunder

What’s Special: beaches

Nearby Attractions: Swamp Island, German Jetty

Timings: 24/7

Houses: mangrove creeks, pristine beaches

Distance From City: 201 km

Transportation Options: buses, boats

A little far from Port Blair but a must-visit place when touring Andaman. The places make for an ideal location for a beach holiday, away from the hustle and bustle of society. It features fascinating mangrove creeks and pristine beaches for the tourists to have an enchanting escape. Do keep this in your Andaman itinerary if you enjoy beaches, magical sunsets, and soul-soothing views.

11. Diglipur

What’s Special: tranquility, orange plantations, rice fields

Nearby Attractions: Kalipur beach, Saddle Peak National Park

Timings: 24/7

Houses: orange plantations

Distance From City: 269 km

Transportation Options: boat

A haven for holidaymakers looking for a vacation that is intensely close to nature and provides absolute tranquility. The place resents an agricultural face with orange plantations and longs stretches of rice fields. Located in the northern portion of Andaman, Diglipur is a dreamy vacation with ultimate sea beauty, pleasant breeze, serene atmosphere, and panoramic views.

12. Panchwati Waterfalls

What’s Special: sunsets, nature photography

Nearby Attractions: Panchwati Hills

Timings: 24/7

Houses: lush green surroundings, culinary dishes

Distance From City: 200 km

Transportation Options: boat

Situated on the Panchwati Hills these waterfalls are magical. The gurgling waterfall tumbles down from quite a height and is an absolute natural wonder. The beauty of waterfalls and the lush green surroundings attract many visitors from all over the world. Ideal for trekkers and adventure lovers, the waters of the waterfall are inviting. Carry a spare pair of clothes in case you wish to take a dip in the refreshing waters.

13. Long Island

What’s Special: beaches, caves

Nearby Attractions: Guitar Island, Lalaji Bay

Timings: Open 24/7

Houses: coral reefs, caves, beaches, rich marine ecosystem

Distance From City: 78.9 km

Transportation Options: boat

The island is not that big, but a designated village that enjoys certain facilities that are not available in other villages. It exposes natural beauty that includes exclusive beaches, caves, coral reefs, lush greenery, and lines of blue skies mixing with the blue seas. It’s great for different types of adventures, and the evergreen forests merging with the tidal swamp forests give a bewitching green-blue effect.

14. Guitar Island

What’s Special: tranquility, stunning beauty

Nearby Attractions: Lalaji Bay, Long Island

Timings: Open 24/7 but overnights staying is not suggested here

Houses: fiber boats, speed boats

Distance From City: 72.9 km

Transportation Options: speed boats, fiber boats

Guitar Island is a stunning place that is uninhabited and thus is an ideal place for those in search of peace and tranquility. When touring the island you’ll spot many speed boats and fiber boats carrying adventurous tourists to this island. Keep this in your Andaman family tour package if you enjoy open space with soul-soothing views and serenity.

15. Merk Bay Beach

What’s Special: white sands, dolphins, snorkeling, bird watching

Nearby Attractions: North Passage Island

Timings: Open 24/7

Houses: dolphins

Distance From City: 67.8 km

Transportation Options: boat

Here you’ll be able to spot the most friendly creatures of the earth, the dolphins but only if you look closely. The beach is located on the North Passage Island that houses the most secluded and delightful pristine beaches. The beach is perfect for lazing around on its white sands that contrast beautifully with the blues waters of the ocean and makes an ideal beach location, especially for honeymooners.

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How To Reach Andaman?

For those planning a trip here and wondering how to reach Andaman, you should read on to find out more. There are only two ways to get to these islands: by air and by sea as they are situated off the Southern coast of India.

By Air

If you are traveling by air, you can take a flight to the Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair. There are regular flights from Kolkata Airport and Chennai Airport to the Port Blair international airport. The major airlines that offer flights to Andaman Islands include Air India. There are also regular flights via Air Sahara and Air Deccan from Chennai and Delhi to the Andamans. A flight from Chennai and Kolkata will take roughly around 2 hours. If you are traveling via flight from Mumbai and Delhi, it will take about 5 hours in total.

By Sea

You can travel by three to four ships every month that all leave from Kolkata, Vizag and Chennai. There are at present 2 ships - MV Swarajdweep and MV Nancowry- from Chennai and the MV Akbar and MV Nicobar from Kolkata. You can also travel by ferry to Andaman from both Kolkata and Chennai and Kolkata ports and the best ferry service in this regard is the MV Harshavardhana. Ships generally take about 3-4 days to reach the Port Blair deck. It is a great medium to reach Andaman if you are on a lookout for a long and laid-back trip.

Best time to visit Andaman family holidays

Andaman family packages offer a balanced mix of sightseeing, leisure time and light adventure. Families with kids always prefer minimal transfers and thus choose only two to three island combination at max. Most family tour packages for Andaman include Port Blair and Havelock. Very few go further to Neil. Baratang and North Andaman are fairly popular but are covered only in longer itineraries. Most of the tourists who visit the Andaman Islands head to Port Blair – the capital city of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Havelock Island that is celebrated for its beach resorts and amazing water activities, and Neil Island that is blessed by scenic beauty with the very little crowd and ample open space. Those visiting the island for longer duration visit Middle Andaman, this includes Baratang Island and Rangat, and North Andaman, known for its turtle nesting grounds and twin islands - Ross and Smith. In addition, some offbeat vacationers also look forward to visiting Long Island and Little Andaman as well. 

City tours, cab and ferry transfers, and few adventure sports are already included in the cost of Andaman family packages. However, due to uncertain weather, it is suggested to book them only after reaching the destination. Transfers are smooth and hassle-free. All water activities are conducted under the guidance of experts and professional trainers. Avail the Andaman Nicobar family package provided by TravelTriangle to enjoy the best of this amazing destination on a vacation.

The best time to visit Andaman is October to February. The weather during this time is pleasant and perfect for all kinds of water activities. Glass-bottomed boat rides are usually for young kids, whereas adults can go for Scuba, snorkeling and seabed walking. Best locations for these water activities are North Bay near Port Blair and Elephant beach in Havelock.