An Ideal Andaman Islands itinerary for couples

Every couple wants their honeymoon trip to be perfect and full of memories to be held back for a lifetime and choosing these paradise islands to fulfill ones wishes is an ideal start. But planning a trip to Andamans is not an easy call. You will find a ton of information on internet which can create a lot of confusion. From our own experience we are sharing a 7D/ 6N itinerary.

Key tips to follow:

1. Book your flights in at least a month in advance as this can drive up the budget. Almost all flights have a connecting route from Chennai/ Kolkata/ Bangalore to Port Blair. Early morning flights are a good option. Try to book a window seat on the left isle to get a breath taking view of the islands.

2. October to March is the peak season. So if you plan to visit during this time make sure to do hotel bookings in advance as the best ones get booked early. Also book cruise/ ferry tickets in advance to avoid last minute rush.

3. Except Port Blair network availability is less and internet connectivity is very poor. BSNL and Airtel are the only ones having connectivity for call across various islands.

4. You should plan your first and last day in Port Blair to be on a safer side with your flight/ ferry bookings. Weather conditions can play a foul sport.

5. Lastly, the best way to explore and enjoy these islands is to get your own vehicle (scooty/ bike) starting Rs.500/ day, as transport options are very limited.

As soon as you land in Andaman the first wish on anyone's mind is to head straight to a beach and enjoy the serenity. You can head to Corbyn's Cove beach which is approx. 8km away from the city. To one's expectations the beach has clear blue water and is surrounded by coconut palms allowing you to relax, take a walk and adore the scenery. There are a few restaurants to grab a quick bite.

If you like historical places you plan a vist to Cellular Jail (Kala Pani). Its a monument well preserved to show the struggles of freedom fighters. You can take a tour of museum and jail in daylight followed by a music & sound show in evening.

A walk to Marina Park is not to be missed which has a small stretch by the ocean. The islands have some exemplary sea food options but we being vegetarians kept it simple. You can find some food trucks for quick bites near the Marina Park facing the sea. If you want to enjoy some luxurious dinner and drinks, head to Sea Shells hotel where they have a rooftop restaurant with ocean view alongside bar and live music.

Radhanagar Beach- Head to the most famous Radhanagar beach. It is known to be one of the best beaches in Asia and the world. Surrounded by tropical forest, this beach boasts of soft white sand, turquoise blue water and picturesque sunsets. Go for a swim, sit by the shore, take a walk- this beach has got it all. No time is enough when you are on this paradise like shore.

Day 3: Staying in Havelock

Elephant Beach- This beach is known for the water sport activities. You can reach here either through a speed boat (20 minutes) or muddy forest trail (30-45 minutes). This beach is also surrounded by reserve forest which is restricted for tourists. You can go for snorkeling, water activities. The best of all the options is famous Sea Walking. This is a must try experience even if you are going for scuba diving. You get to walk on the sea bed and look at the marine life very closely while simply standing and adoring the beauty. It is supervised by trained divers and is very safe and easy and especially for people who have doubts about doing a scuba.

Apart from these you can go for activities like night kayaking and scuba diving. Unfortunately we could not do our scuba diving due to bad weather conditions.

Laxmanpur 1 Beach: Known for the natural bridge formation this beach is covered with dead corals all over which acts like rocky formation. You have to walk down these corals to reach the bridge formation. These are a lot of patches in the corals where you can closely see some fishes, crabs and other marine life. Tip: Avoid taking guides at the entrance as the things on the beach are self explanatory.

Laxmanpur 2 Beach: Spend evening here to enjoy the sunset and grab quick bites from stalls on the beach. This beach is known for amazing sunset views.

Sitapur Beach: It is loacated on another shore of the island and is known for amazing sunrise views. You have to walk down through the stairs to be on beach shore. Spend some time to enjoy the sea and wind.

The island is also known for taking scuba dives as the corals here are not much explored.