Ferries
🚢 Ferry Services in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Ferries are the lifeline of travel across the Andaman Islands. Whether you’re hopping from Port Blair to Havelock, or exploring remote spots like Neil Island or Long Island, ferries are safe, scenic, and affordable.
🔵 Types of Ferries
Government Ferries (DSS – Directorate of Shipping Services)
- Run by the Andaman Administration
- Basic seating, economical
- Suitable for budget travelers and locals
- Booking: Only offline at counters or through registered agents
Private Ferries
More comfortable, faster, and tourist-friendly, with online bookings available.
Ferry Name | Type | Features | Website |
Makruzz | Catamaran | AC, luxury seating | |
Green Ocean | Cruise Ferry | Open deck, canteen onboard | |
Nautika | High-speed | Modern design, luxury interior | |
ITT Majestic | Premium ferry | Comfortable seating, faster transit |
🛳️ Popular Ferry Routes & Prices (One Way)
Route | Govt Ferry (₹) | Private Ferry (₹) | Duration |
Port Blair → Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) | ₹500 – ₹600 | ₹1,100 – ₹2,500 | 1.5 – 2.5 hrs |
Port Blair → Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) | ₹350 – ₹450 | ₹1,000 – ₹1,800 | 1 – 1.5 hrs |
Havelock → Neil Island | ₹300 – ₹400 | ₹800 – ₹1,500 | 1 hr |
Port Blair → Baratang | ₹150 – ₹200 (Govt only) | NA | 2 – 2.5 hrs |
Port Blair → Little Andaman (Hut Bay) | ₹800 – ₹1,000 | NA | 6 – 8 hrs |
🎫 Booking tip:
Private ferry tickets sell out fast in peak season (Oct–May). Book online in advance. Govt ferries can only be booked in person 2–3 days before travel.
⏰ Ferry Timings (Sample – May vary daily)
- Port Blair → Havelock: 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 1:00 PM
- Havelock → Port Blair: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM
- Port Blair → Neil Island: 6:30 AM, 11:00 AM
- Neil → Port Blair: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM
Timings vary depending on ferry and weather. Check schedules 1 day before travel.
Seasonal Notes:
- Monsoon (June–Sept): Ferries may get delayed or cancelled due to rough seas.
- Best travel months: October to April
🛩️ Helicopter Services — Pawan Hans (Govt of A&N)
As of 22 May 2025, Pawan Hans helicopter operations run on a structured weekly schedule connecting remote and inhabited islands. Frequent routes include:
- Port Blair ⇄ Hut Bay (Little Andaman)
- Port Blair ⇄ Car Nicobar (six days/week)
- Port Blair ⇄ Nancowry Group (six sorties/week via Car Nicobar)
- Campbell Bay via Car Nicobar, using IAF Dornier aircraft on Mondays & Fridays
- Interconnectivity to Rangat, Diglipur, Mayabunder (multiple sorties weekly)
Note: Seats are extremely limited and prioritized for medical emergencies, officials, or islanders. Tourists can apply through Port Blair DC office; approvals are rare and not guaranteed .
🚢 Ferry Services — Government & Private
⚓ Government Passenger Ferries (DSS)
Operated by the A&N Administration, these ferries are budget-friendly but with limited online booking options. STARS e‑ticketing portal allows booking only a few days in advance, and offline counter bookings are open from 9 AM to 4 PM (Mon–Fri)
Key Domestic Route Schedule (weekly frequency):
- Port Blair ⇄ Havelock (Swaraj Dweep): one trip each direction daily
- Port Blair ⇄ Neil Island: one trip daily
- Port Blair ⇄ Rangat, Long Island, Mayabunder via Swaraj/Shaheed Dweep: at least one daily departure
- Port Blair ⇄ Diglipur: 2–3 weekly trips (starts at 6:00 AM & 9:00 PM) as per schedule
- Baratang Island: only via convoy by road and boat; not a regular ferry route dss.andaman.gov.in+15dss.andaman.gov.in+15Andaman Tourism+15Wikipedia+15dss.andaman.gov.in+15ferrybookingandaman.in+15
Local Harbour Services:
- Long Island ↔ Yeretta: 07:00 & 14:00 hrs every day
- Long Island ↔ Kadamtala: weekly (Wed/Sat departure at 13:30; return Thu/Sun at 05:00) dss.andaman.gov.in
⏱️ Arrive at least 2 hours before sail time, as boarding gates close 30 mins prior. Government ferries accommodate around 20–30% tourists with automatic quotas for locals & islanders Reddit+7dss.andaman.gov.in+7Reddit+7.
🌟 Private Cruises & Catamarans
Preferred by tourists for comfort and timely service, these operators include:
- Makruzz
- Green Ocean
- Nautika / Nautika Lite
- ITT Majestic
Current Sample Timetable (Port Blair ↔ Havelock – May 2025 off-season)
Operator | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
Makruzz Pearl | 06:00 AM | 07:30 AM | ~1.5h |
Green Ocean 2 | 06:40 AM | 09:00 AM | ~2.2h |
Nautika | 07:30 AM | 08:45 AM | ~1.25h |
Makruzz Gold | 08:00 AM | 09:30 AM | ~1.5h |
ITT Majestic | 08:30 AM | 10:00 AM | ~1.5h |
Makruzz / others | 12:00 PM | 01:30 PM | ~1.5h |
- Havelock → Neil departures around 09:15–10:00 AM and 02:00–03:00 PM, operated by Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, and ITT flagship vessels Andaman World Travels+10Andaman Tourism+10Dekho Andaman+10Andaman SheekhaReddit+10Dekho Andaman+10ferrybookingandaman.in+10RedditDekho Andaman+2Reddit+2Reddit+2.
- Neil → Port Blair: multiple mid‑day departures (10:45 AM–04:00 PM range) .
Popular travel advise:
- Book online in advance for peak season (Oct–May)
- Arrive 45–60 mins early at jetty; check-in counters open early
- Dependent on sea conditions; schedules may shift 24h out Andaman World Travels
Ferries
🚢 Ferry Services in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Ferries are the lifeline of travel across the Andaman Islands. Whether you’re hopping from Port Blair to Havelock, or exploring remote spots like Neil Island or Long Island, ferries are safe, scenic, and affordable.
🔵 Types of Ferries
Government Ferries (DSS – Directorate of Shipping Services)
- Run by the Andaman Administration
- Basic seating, economical
- Suitable for budget travelers and locals
- Booking: Only offline at counters or through registered agents
Private Ferries
More comfortable, faster, and tourist-friendly, with online bookings available.
Ferry Name | Type | Features | Website |
Makruzz | Catamaran | AC, luxury seating | |
Green Ocean | Cruise Ferry | Open deck, canteen onboard | |
Nautika | High-speed | Modern design, luxury interior | |
ITT Majestic | Premium ferry | Comfortable seating, faster transit |
🛳️ Popular Ferry Routes & Prices (One Way)
Route | Govt Ferry (₹) | Private Ferry (₹) | Duration |
Port Blair → Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) | ₹500 – ₹600 | ₹1,100 – ₹2,500 | 1.5 – 2.5 hrs |
Port Blair → Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) | ₹350 – ₹450 | ₹1,000 – ₹1,800 | 1 – 1.5 hrs |
Havelock → Neil Island | ₹300 – ₹400 | ₹800 – ₹1,500 | 1 hr |
Port Blair → Baratang | ₹150 – ₹200 (Govt only) | NA | 2 – 2.5 hrs |
Port Blair → Little Andaman (Hut Bay) | ₹800 – ₹1,000 | NA | 6 – 8 hrs |
🎫 Booking tip:
Private ferry tickets sell out fast in peak season (Oct–May). Book online in advance. Govt ferries can only be booked in person 2–3 days before travel.
⏰ Ferry Timings (Sample – May vary daily)
- Port Blair → Havelock: 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 1:00 PM
- Havelock → Port Blair: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM
- Port Blair → Neil Island: 6:30 AM, 11:00 AM
- Neil → Port Blair: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM
Timings vary depending on ferry and weather. Check schedules 1 day before travel.
Seasonal Notes:
- Monsoon (June–Sept): Ferries may get delayed or cancelled due to rough seas.
- Best travel months: October to April
🛩️ Helicopter Services — Pawan Hans (Govt of A&N)
As of 22 May 2025, Pawan Hans helicopter operations run on a structured weekly schedule connecting remote and inhabited islands. Frequent routes include:
- Port Blair ⇄ Hut Bay (Little Andaman)
- Port Blair ⇄ Car Nicobar (six days/week)
- Port Blair ⇄ Nancowry Group (six sorties/week via Car Nicobar)
- Campbell Bay via Car Nicobar, using IAF Dornier aircraft on Mondays & Fridays
- Interconnectivity to Rangat, Diglipur, Mayabunder (multiple sorties weekly)
Note: Seats are extremely limited and prioritized for medical emergencies, officials, or islanders. Tourists can apply through Port Blair DC office; approvals are rare and not guaranteed .
🚢 Ferry Services — Government & Private
⚓ Government Passenger Ferries (DSS)
Operated by the A&N Administration, these ferries are budget-friendly but with limited online booking options. STARS e‑ticketing portal allows booking only a few days in advance, and offline counter bookings are open from 9 AM to 4 PM (Mon–Fri)
Key Domestic Route Schedule (weekly frequency):
- Port Blair ⇄ Havelock (Swaraj Dweep): one trip each direction daily
- Port Blair ⇄ Neil Island: one trip daily
- Port Blair ⇄ Rangat, Long Island, Mayabunder via Swaraj/Shaheed Dweep: at least one daily departure
- Port Blair ⇄ Diglipur: 2–3 weekly trips (starts at 6:00 AM & 9:00 PM) as per schedule
- Baratang Island: only via convoy by road and boat; not a regular ferry route dss.andaman.gov.in+15dss.andaman.gov.in+15Andaman Tourism+15Wikipedia+15dss.andaman.gov.in+15ferrybookingandaman.in+15
Local Harbour Services:
- Long Island ↔ Yeretta: 07:00 & 14:00 hrs every day
- Long Island ↔ Kadamtala: weekly (Wed/Sat departure at 13:30; return Thu/Sun at 05:00) dss.andaman.gov.in
⏱️ Arrive at least 2 hours before sail time, as boarding gates close 30 mins prior. Government ferries accommodate around 20–30% tourists with automatic quotas for locals & islanders Reddit+7dss.andaman.gov.in+7Reddit+7.
🌟 Private Cruises & Catamarans
Preferred by tourists for comfort and timely service, these operators include:
- Makruzz
- Green Ocean
- Nautika / Nautika Lite
- ITT Majestic
Current Sample Timetable (Port Blair ↔ Havelock – May 2025 off-season)
Operator | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
Makruzz Pearl | 06:00 AM | 07:30 AM | ~1.5h |
Green Ocean 2 | 06:40 AM | 09:00 AM | ~2.2h |
Nautika | 07:30 AM | 08:45 AM | ~1.25h |
Makruzz Gold | 08:00 AM | 09:30 AM | ~1.5h |
ITT Majestic | 08:30 AM | 10:00 AM | ~1.5h |
Makruzz / others | 12:00 PM | 01:30 PM | ~1.5h |
- Havelock → Neil departures around 09:15–10:00 AM and 02:00–03:00 PM, operated by Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, and ITT flagship vessels Andaman World Travels+10Andaman Tourism+10Dekho Andaman+10Andaman SheekhaReddit+10Dekho Andaman+10ferrybookingandaman.in+10RedditDekho Andaman+2Reddit+2Reddit+2.
- Neil → Port Blair: multiple mid‑day departures (10:45 AM–04:00 PM range) .
Popular travel advise:
- Book online in advance for peak season (Oct–May)
- Arrive 45–60 mins early at jetty; check-in counters open early
- Dependent on sea conditions; schedules may shift 24h out Andaman World Travels