Field notes from the islands

Everything worth knowing before you sail

Ferry routes and timings, the beaches worth the trip, what a week actually costs — written by the people who run the boats.

Plan Your Trip The Ultimate 5-Day Andaman Itinerary (2026): A Guide for Short Trips Discover the perfect 5-day Andaman itinerary designed for short trips! This detailed guide covers the best of Port Blair… · 4 min read Plan Your Trip Port Blair to Havelock Ferry Timings 2026 (Daily Schedule & How to Book) Ferries from Port Blair to Havelock run daily in two main slots: morning (6:00–9:00 AM) and afternoon (12:00–2:30 PM)… · 4 min read Plan Your Trip How to Book Ferry Tickets for Neil Island (2026): A Simple Step-by-Step Guide Booking ferry tickets to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) is essential due to limited sailings and high demand, especially in… · 4 min read Plan Your Trip How to Travel Between Andaman Islands (2026): A Complete Guide You're planning a trip to the Andaman Islands, a stunning archipelago of over 500 islands floating in the Bay of Bengal… · 5 min read Ferries and Getting Around Which is the Best Ferry Service in Andaman? A Complete 2026 Guide Your flights are booked, your hotel list is shortlisted, and the excitement for your Andaman trip is building. Now you… · 7 min read Plan Your Trip Andaman Safety Worries? Why Paradise Is More Secure Than You Think Having these important contact details readily available ensures your safety and peace of mind while exploring the… · 5 min read Plan Your Trip Solo Travel Fears? Why Andaman Is Your Unexpected Safe Haven Overcoming solo travel fears? Discover why the Andaman Islands are your perfect safe haven. With low crime, stunning… · 5 min read Plan Your Trip Andaman Trip Cost for 2026: A Detailed Budget Breakdown for Every Traveler So, you have a week to spare and the Andaman Islands are calling your name. You've dreamt of the turquoise waters, the… · 7 min read Plan Your Trip Mistakes to Avoid While Planning Your Trip to Andaman: Your Smooth Sailing Guide Planning a trip to the Andaman Islands? This essential guide highlights the top mistakes travelers make, from not… · 7 min read Plan Your Trip Andaman Too Expensive? Not Anymore! Your Ultimate Guide to an Affordable Adventure (2026) While the Andamans can be a luxury playground, it is also a backpacker's paradise—if you know how to bypass the tourist… · 3 min read Things to Do Scuba Diving vs. Sea Walking at Elephant Beach: A First-Timer's Ultimate Guide (2026) For over a decade, I've had the privilege of introducing hundreds of travelers just like you to the breathtaking… · 15 min read Islands and Beaches The Ultimate Guide to Ferry Travel in Andaman (2026): Port Blair, Havelock & Neil Island So, the Andaman Islands are calling your name? You’ve seen the pictures—the pristine, sun-drenched beaches, the almost… · 12 min read