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5 Days in Port Blair: Island Adventures and Historical Marvels

Shalini Sree

Shalini Sree

11 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey to Port Blair, where you'll discover stunning islands, dive into the vibrant marine life, and immerse yourself in the rich history of the region. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Port Blair

Day 1Island Hopping and Marine Wonders
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$13

Chatham Island
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
National preserve made up of many islands, with coral reefs & turtles, plus a marine life center.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
Day 2Museums, History, and Naval Heritage
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$23

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$ 3

Kalapani Museum
Exhibits exploring the history of the Andaman & Nicobar islands through photos, paintings & models.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
42 - 51 min

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Viper Island
Old location of a British-run prison for convicts & political prisoners, with historic ruins.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
72 - 87 min

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Naval Marine Museum Samudrika
Museum showcasing marine life & island history with coral, fish, shells & many items for sale.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$5
6 - 8 min

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Forest Museum
Large sawmill with an educational museum on the forestry industry, plus wooden artwork for sale.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$5
Day 3Exploring Bunkers, Museums, and Jetty Views
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$5

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$ 3

Japanese Bunker
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Tsunami Memorial
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Zonal Anthropological Museum
Modest museum with displays tracing the history & culture of the islands' tribal communities.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$3
5 - 6 min

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Phoenix Bay Jetty
Small, bustling jetty with shallow waters, offering regular ferry service to neighboring islands.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Government Saw Mill, Chatham
Working 19th-century saw mill, Asia's largest & oldest, with exhibits & a shop selling teak objects.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$3
Day 4Nature's Bliss at Subhash Chandra Bose Island
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$5

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$ 1

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island
Serene island with a storied past, historic ruins of a British penal colony, a lighthouse & beaches.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
114 - 137 min

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Mount Manipur National Park
Photography is popular at this serene, forested national park with wildlife viewing & butterflies.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$5
Day 5Unveiling the Dark Past and Wildlife Encounters
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$15

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$ 1

Cellular Jail
Former 1900s prison complex, now a memorial & museum with grisly dioramas depicting inmates’ lives.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
11 - 14 min

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Mini Zoo
Modest zoo featuring animals such as fish, ostriches & monkeys in a lush setting.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$3

Budget breakdown: $67 In total

Activities & Food:$60
Transport:$7