Andaman Waves

Andaman Waves

Port Blair - Havelock - Neil Island - Port Blair

  • 7 nights / 8 days
  • Travel Period - OCT'23 - MAR'24
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  • Themes: Adventure, Beaches, Wildlife, Winter Special

Overview

An idyllic conglomerate of pristine islands with cloudy white sands, Andaman and Nicobar offers the best tropical holiday retreat to travelers from across the globe. Not only it is a tropical beach paradise for beach bums but also is a thrilling vacation destination for water babies enthusiastic about partaking in water sports and adventure activities.

Andaman is a great place for ichthyolites as more than 1000 fish varieties are there on Havelock Island. There is so much to do and absorb at Andamans. These islands form a mesmerizing tapestry where stunning landscapes, rich historical narratives, and a vibrant mix of cultures intertwine harmoniously. With their stunning landscapes, rich marine life, and an array of experiences, these islands provide an enchanting escape for those seeking exploration, relaxation, and a deeper connection with the wonders of nature.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival - Port Blair - Cellular Jail - Corbyn Beach - Light and Sound show

Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by our airport representative, who will facilitate your transfer to the designated hotel or resort.

In the evening, an immersive visit to the historical Cellular Jail awaits, followed by an engaging Light & Sound Show. Kindly note that we will drop off guests at a parking area near the jail, requiring a short walk of about 200 meters, to be retraced after the show's conclusion. For the Light & Sound Show, guests will exit the premises after the jail visit and then re-enter.

During the interim period between the jail visit and the show, guests are welcome to explore the bay side at their leisure. The Light & Sound Show is scheduled between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM, subject to availability. For a delightful free time, experience between the jail visit and the show, consider a visit to Corbyn Beach, where the evenings exude a lively and enjoyable atmosphere.

Your comfortable overnight stay is arranged in Port Blair.

Day 2 - Port Blair - Havelock - Radhanagar Beach (Two hours for Ferry)

We will arrange for your hotel pickup and transfer to the Port Blair Jetty, marking the beginning of your journey to Havelock. If you are scheduled for a morning ferry, you can request a packed breakfast from your hotel, subject to their policies.

Upon arrival at Havelock, our local representative will extend a warm welcome and facilitate your transfer to the pre-booked hotel or resort. In the afternoon, embrace the chance to visit the esteemed "Radhanagar Beach," awarded a Blue Flag certification, where you can indulge in swimming and relaxation. Ensure you have a change of clothes and a towel, as boarding vehicles with wet attire is not permitted, and your cooperation in this regard is appreciated.

You'll spend the night in the tranquil setting of Havelock.

Day 3 - Havelock - Elephant Beach - Kala Pathar Beach

After enjoying a hearty breakfast, get ready to explore "Elephant Beach," also referred to as Coral Beach. This popular destination is known for its exceptional snorkeling opportunities and a variety of water-based activities, including Jet Ski rides, Banana Rides, and Sea Walks. To access Elephant Beach, you'll board a small boat with a capacity of 11 passengers, on a sharing basis, at the jetty (a 10-15-minute boat ride).

Following your time at Elephant Beach, proceed to the picturesque Kalapathar Beach. This long stretch of silky white sand is accompanied by sizable black rocks, harmoniously set against the backdrop of the blue sea. Situated at one corner of Havelock, Kalapathar Beach is an extension of Beach No. 5. While the beach can become a bit crowded during peak seasons if you venture further south, you'll discover tranquil solitude. A narrow path through the lush green jungle, once home to an elephant training camp, leads you to this secluded haven (a 15-20 minutes walk). Your comfortable overnight stay awaits you in the captivating ambiance of Havelock.

Day 4 - Havelock to Neil Island (1.5 hours Ferry)

Following breakfast, you will be transferred to the Havelock jetty for your onward journey to Neil Island. Upon reaching Neil Island, our team will facilitate your transfer to the pre-booked hotel or resort. In the afternoon, set out to explore the following attractions:

Bharatpur Beach: Known for its inviting white sand and shallow waters, this beach is a popular spot for swimming, relaxation, and engaging in water activities such as snorkeling, boat diving, and boat tours.

Laxmanpur Beach: This Coral Beach with white sand offers breathtaking views of the sunset.

Natural Bridge: Also referred to as Howrah Bridge, this bridge has formed naturally through the growth of corals. It is best observed during low tide.

Your overnight stay is arranged on the charming and tranquil island of Neil.

Day 5 - Neil Island - Port Blair + Visit Chidiyatapu Beach

After enjoying your morning meal, complete the check-out process and make your way to the jetty for your voyage back to Port Blair. Upon arriving in Port Blair, you will be transferred to the hotel you have booked. As part of your itinerary, you will have the chance to explore ChidiyaTapu, located 30 kilometers from the city. Your comfortable overnight stay will be arranged in Port Blair.

Day 6 - Port Blair - Trip to Baratang - Visit to Limestone caves, Mud Volcano and Sagorika Emporium

Kindly request your hotel to arrange a packed cold breakfast, subject to the hotel's policy. The journey covers approximately 100 kilometers, traversing dense forests and tribal reserve areas. During this journey, it's important to note that photography and disembarking from the vehicle are prohibited. To reach the Limestone Caves, you will take a combination of a shared ferry, a speed boat, and a 1.5-kilometer walk. For the Mud Volcano, a shared non-AC vehicle will be provided, followed by a walk of over 500 meters (starting at 4:00 AM in the early morning). Your overnight stay will be organized in Port Blair.

Day 7 - Port Blair to North Bay and Ross Island Excursion

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast, followed by a pickup to the water sports complex, where you will board a speed boat. The captivating Ross Island will transport you back to the historical eras of Japanese and British influence. Upon arrival at the island, there is an entry fee of Rs. 50 for adults and Rs. 25 for children, payable directly at the site.

Moving on, the renowned North Bay Island, also known as Coral Beach, offers an array of thrilling water-based adventure activities. These include Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Parasailing, Dolphin Glass Bottom Boat rides, Coral Safari (Semi-submarine), and more.

In the event that the "Ross & North" itinerary cannot be executed due to unfavorable weather conditions, we will ensure an alternative sightseeing experience or process the applicable refund accordingly. Your overnight stay is arranged in Port Blair.

Day 8 - Depart from Port Blair

Indulge in a satisfying breakfast, then proceed with your departure as we organize your transfer to the airport, marking the conclusion of your tour. To ensure a seamless departure experience, please take note that Port Blair Airport, despite its size, can have significant traffic. Therefore, we strongly advise arriving at the airport a minimum of 2 hours prior to your scheduled flight time. Your timely cooperation will be greatly appreciated.

Service(s) terminates here.

Hotel / Transport

HOTELS ENVISAGED
Destination Standard Deluxe Premium
Port Blair Shompen / Star Paradise TSG Emerald View / North Reef Lemon Tree / Zone Connect / Silver Spring
Havelock Shangri-las Beach Resort / Royal Crown Beach Resort White Coral Beach Resort / TSG Blue Symphony Palms/ Aquays Hotels and Resorts
Neil Tango Beach Resort / CS Empire Reef Valley Resort Symphony Summer Sands/ Aquays hotels and Resorts
RATES PER PERSON ON TWIN SHARING BASIS
RATES APPLICABLE FOR TRAVEL FROM 01 OCTOBER TILL 31 MARCH 2024
PEAK PERIOD SUPPLEMENT WOULD BE APPLICABLE FOR TRAVEL BETWEEN
20 DECEMBER 2023 TILL 20 JANUARY 2024

Government Service Tax 5% as applicable will be charged on the package rates mentioned above.

Inclusion

Inclusions

  • Your stay will be arranged in the specified hotels or establishments of similar quality, following the meal plans as outlined.
  • Transportation will be facilitated using AC Dzire or a comparable vehicle for groups of 1-3 individuals, while AC Ertiga, Xylo, or an equivalent vehicle will be provided for groups of 4-6 passengers.
  • All expenses associated with parking, road taxes, and toll taxes are included.
  • You can expect seamless cruise transfers for your journey between Port Blair and Havelock, utilizing the base category available at the time.
  • Additionally, the entrance fees for notable sites such as Cellular Jail, the Light & Sound Show, Elephant Beach, Limestone Caves, North Bay, and Ross Island are covered.
  • Throughout your trip, our dedicated customer care team will provide airport transfer assistance and remain available for on-call support, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Exclusions

The package does not include expenses such as airfare/train fare, personal expenditures like medical costs and phone calls, as well as guide services and any additional activities not explicitly mentioned in the provided inclusions.

Note: Please be aware that certain hotels may levy extra fees, including compulsory gala dinners, during the Christmas and New Year seasons. The specific rates for these services are currently pending confirmation from the hotels. We are committed to promptly notifying you as soon as we receive this information.

Payment Policy

Advance Booking Fee

  • 30 days or more before date of departure: 25% of total costs
  • 29 - 20 days before date of departure: 50% of total cost
  • 19 days or less before date of departure: 100% of total cost
  • Important: The booking stands liable to be cancelled if 100% payment is not received 20 days before date of departure.

Cancellation Policy

If you Cancel your Holiday

You or any member of your party may cancel their travel arrangements at any time. Written notification or an e-mail to that effect from the person who made the booking must be received at our office. The cancellation charges applicable are as per the published cancellation policy below:

Cancellation charges per person.

  • 30 days or more before departure: 25% of total cost
  • 29 - 20 days before departure: 50% of total cost
  • Less than 19 days before departure: 100% of total cost

About Places

Port Blair

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This surreal capital city of Andaman Nicobar Islands holds great historical significance as a former British colonial settlement and is quite a name in the history of Jails owing to its renowned Cellular Jail. This jail is famously called 'Kala Pani' and is now a national memorial.

A plethora of sights, attractions, and activities are available for an idyllic vacation such as Ross Island and Chatham Saw Mill, one of Asia's oldest and largest sawmills. Port Blair's cultural diversity is evident through its mix of indigenous tribes, Bengali settlers, and people from mainland India, reflected in its cuisine, markets, festivals, and traditions.

With its picturesque beaches and coastline, Port Blair offers relaxation and water-based activities. It serves as a gateway to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, offering a blend of history, culture, and natural charm for visitors to explore.

Terms & Conditions

If We Change or Cancel Your Holiday

We do plan the arrangements in advance. It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements. Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. If there are any changes, we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date. We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements by assigning reasons to you.

If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements due to reasons beyond our control (for instance, bad weather):

We shall first try to offer you alternative dates for the tour if the tour hasn't already commenced. - If the tour has already commenced, then we shall refund the booking price/fee charged from you on a pro-rata basis depending on portion of the tour standing utilized by you. - In all circumstances, however, our liability shall be limited refunding to you the price we charged as the tour fees.

Change Your Holiday Plan

After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by yourself.

If You Have a Complaint

If you have a problem during your holiday, PLEASE INFORM THE RELEVANT SUPPLIER, (e.g. your hotelier, transporter etc.) and/or our representative IMMEDIATELY who will endeavor to put things right. If your complaint is not resolved locally, please follow this up within 28 days of your return home by writing to us, giving your booking reference and all other relevant information. However, please be advised that while we are happy to assist you in the redressal of your complaint, if any, we will be able to extend only our best efforts in managing/coordinating your complaint with the respective service provider. All third-party service providers are independent contractors who at no time are under our control or supervision.

Our Liability to You

We accept responsibility for ensuring that your travel arrangements, which you book with us, are supplied as represented and promised to you. If any parts of your travel arrangements are not provided as promised, due to the fault of our employees, agents, we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements. Our liability in all cases shall be limited to the costs of your travel arrangements.

We do not accept any responsibility for any third-party services or service providers, like hotels, transport etc. For example, travel delays are the responsibility of the transporters and inefficient hospitality is the responsibility of the hotels.

We are only your tour operator and at no time do we act as managers for your respective responsibilities and personal obligations. We are therefore not responsible for your acts, misdemeanor, omissions and neither are we responsible for managing any of your personal affairs; for example, we are not responsible for ensuring the safety of your personal belongings, travel documents, etc. at any time before the commencement of the tour or after it or during the tour.

Holiday Insurance

It will be your responsibility to purchase any sort of holiday insurance cover and we are not responsible for the same.

Exactness Not Guaranteed

We cannot and do not guarantee the exactness of any service that may be provided to you. For instance, photographs of the interiors of the hotel rooms posted on our website have been sourced from the respective Hotel management, the visual appeal of a room selected by you cannot and is not guaranteed by us. Similarly, while we assure you of enjoyable holidays, we cannot and do not guarantee or represent that such tour will be as per your mental perception, imagination or thought about such tours.

General Important Notes

In case there is any change in price the same will be communicated to yourself and only after your confirmation, we will proceed further. There will be no reduction for un-utilized services

To book this holiday, contact Tripify.com at
Surcharges may be applicable over and above the holiday price for the requested period. The same will be advised at the time of booking or prior to confirmations.
You need to make an advance payment at the time of confirming the tour and make the balance payment 35 days prior to the departure of the tour.

Forfeiture Of Deposits

We shall be within our rights to forfeit the non- refundable interest free deposit paid by you. In the event you cancel the booking, or on failure on your part to adhere to the tour payment schedule as informed in the documentation Check List, or in the event the visa of any country is not granted or you are unable to travel on the tour booked due to any reason whatsoever, including medical ground or sickness, the non-refundable interest free deposits shall stand forfeited, and the scale of cancellation set out in the How To Book section of the brochure shall be applicable and binding.

Important Notes

Please be advised that these are the sole and complete terms and conditions governing the tour operations, supplemented only by the User Agreement. No employees of our Company or our agents have the authority to amend, modify or change these conditions, and you are advised to rely on the terms "as is". Tripify reserves the right to change or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without notice.

Price

Starting From 37,999 /per person

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