Andaman works best as a paced island holiday — not a checklist of every beach in five days. From Kolkata, most guests fly to Port Blair and build outward.
Base in Port Blair first
Cellular Jail, Corbyn's Cove, and ferry ticketing are easier when you are not same-day connecting to Havelock or Neil.
Havelock & Neil rhythm
Plan two to three nights per island. Water activities depend on sea conditions — keep one flexible afternoon.
Budget anchors
Curated 5N/6D trips from Kolkata typically start around mid-teens per person depending on hotel tier and ferry class.
MTG tip: Carry original ID copies for inter-island ferries and forest permits.
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