[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":547},["ShallowReactive",2],{"article-andaman-in-october":3,"all-articles":105},{"slug":4,"html":5,"toc":6,"faqItems":60,"meta":73,"article":82},"andaman-in-october","\u003Ch1 id=\"andaman-in-october-post-monsoon-guide-ferry-conditions\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#andaman-in-october-post-monsoon-guide-ferry-conditions\">\u003Cspan>Andaman in October: Post-Monsoon Guide & Ferry Conditions\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h1>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-answer\" id=\"direct-answer\" data-quotable=\"true\">\u003Cstrong>Andaman in October is the islands switching back on.\u003C/strong> The monsoon retreats, the seas settle week by week, and every ferry operator returns to a full schedule — without the Rs 100 peak-season surcharge that kicks in from December 1. You get peak-season connectivity at shoulder-season calm. But the first week and the last week of October are two different trips, and the difference matters most on the water.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>This guide covers what nobody else in the October articles does: what the crossing actually feels like, which sailings run, and how early you need to book. Updated for October 2026.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"/images/articles/green-ocean/full/green_ocean_1_aerial.webp\" alt=\"Ferry crossing calm post-monsoon seas between Port Blair and Havelock in October\">\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"october-at-a-glance\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#october-at-a-glance\">\u003Cspan>October at a Glance\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ctable data-quotable=\"true\">\u003Ccaption>October at a Glance\u003C/caption>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Early October (1–10)\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Mid October (11–20)\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Late October (21–31)\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Rain\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Bursts most days, clearing fast\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Occasional showers\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Mostly dry, passing showers\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Sea state\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Settling, some chop\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Noticeably calmer\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Calm on most mornings\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Ferries\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Full schedule, rare weather delays\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Full schedule\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Full schedule\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Crowds\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Light\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Building (Durga Puja week)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Moderate\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Booking lead\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>~1 week\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2 weeks\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2–3 weeks\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-october-at-a-glance\" data-quotable=\"true\">So the short version: any week of October works, but the later you go, the calmer the crossing and the busier the jetty.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cblockquote>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Planning your crossings?\u003C/strong> Compare all four private operators — live seats, real prices — at \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry.com\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/blockquote>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"andaman-weather-in-october-week-by-week\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#andaman-weather-in-october-week-by-week\">\u003Cspan>Andaman Weather in October: Week by Week\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-andaman-weather-in-october-week-by-week\" data-quotable=\"true\">Andaman weather in October is a handover month. The southwest monsoon has mostly finished its work by late September, and what’s left comes as short, heavy bursts rather than day-long downpours. Skies clear quickly between showers.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The first week\u003C/strong> still carries monsoon leftovers. Expect a shower most days — usually 30 to 90 minutes — and slightly restless seas. And that’s fine for travel: ferries run their full schedule, with only rare weather holds.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Mid-month\u003C/strong> is the tipping point. Rain gaps stretch longer, humidity stays high, and the water starts looking the way the brochures promised.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>By the last week\u003C/strong> you’re effectively in early peak season. Dry days outnumber wet ones, mornings are calm, and dive operators are talking about visibility again.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Does it rain in Andaman in October? Yes — but in bursts, not curtains. Pack for showers; don’t plan around them.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"is-october-a-good-time-to-visit-andaman\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#is-october-a-good-time-to-visit-andaman\">\u003Cspan>Is October a Good Time to Visit Andaman?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-is-october-a-good-time-to-visit-andaman\" data-quotable=\"true\">October is one of the smartest months to visit — it’s the start of the season (October–May) without December’s prices or crowds. You get the full ferry timetable, reopened water sports, and hotels still in shoulder-season mood.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Two honest caveats. Early October can still throw a rough morning at sea, and if a calm crossing is your top priority, the \u003Ca href=\"/best-time-to-visit-andaman\">best time to visit Andaman\u003C/a> is genuinely November–February — November in particular is the sweet spot: post-monsoon sunshine, calm seas, fewer crowds, and no peak surcharge.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>But if your choice is October or waiting, take October. The islands are green from four months of rain, and you’ll share Radhanagar Beach with far fewer people than you would in January.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>October vs November in one line:\u003C/strong> November buys you flatter seas and drier days; October buys you the same ferries and beaches with fewer people on them — and both skip the December surcharge. Late October, honestly, is about 90% of November at a quieter jetty.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"ferry-conditions-in-october-what-the-crossing-feels-like\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#ferry-conditions-in-october-what-the-crossing-feels-like\">\u003Cspan>Ferry Conditions in October: What the Crossing Feels Like\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-ferry-conditions-in-october-what-the-crossing-feels-like\" data-quotable=\"true\">Worried about a rough ride? That’s the most common October question we get, and the honest answer: conditions improve almost daily through the month.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>During the monsoon (June–September), afternoon services get cancelled or merged and swells test every hull — Nautika’s vessels handle up to 4m swells while competitors cancel around 3m. October is the unwinding of all that. By mid-month, cancellations are rare and crossings feel routine.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>A few facts from thousands of sailings we’ve booked:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Morning ferries are the calm ones.\u003C/strong> Morning departures run about 92% on-time, and the sea is at its flattest before noon. Afternoon crossings are rougher year-round.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Some motion is normal.\u003C/strong> Around 15–20% of passengers feel some discomfort on any crossing. On an early-October afternoon, assume you might be one of them.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The 90 minutes pass fast.\u003C/strong> Port Blair to Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) is a short hop on the fast catamarans — Makruzz, Nautika and ITT Majestic all do it in about 90 min.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>Prone to seasickness? Take Avomine about 30 minutes before boarding, sit midship on the lower deck, skip the greasy breakfast, and watch the horizon instead of your phone. Green Ocean 1’s open deck helps too — fresh air beats a sealed cabin when your stomach’s undecided. Our full \u003Ca href=\"/ferry-sickness-andaman\">ferry seasickness guide\u003C/a> goes deeper.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"/images/articles/haddo-jetty/full/haddo-jetty-terminal-boarding.webp\" alt=\"Morning departure board and boarding queue at Haddo Jetty in October\">\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"ferry-schedules-in-october-the-full-timetable-is-back\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#ferry-schedules-in-october-the-full-timetable-is-back\">\u003Cspan>Ferry Schedules in October: The Full Timetable Is Back\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-ferry-schedules-in-october-the-full-timetable-is-back\" data-quotable=\"true\">October runs the complete season schedule — 13+ daily sailings from Port Blair to Havelock across five operators, all departing \u003Ca href=\"/haddo-jetty-port-blair\">Haddo Jetty\u003C/a>. The morning block is where the choice lives:\u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable data-quotable=\"true\">\u003Ccaption>Ferry Schedules in October: The Full Timetable Is Back\u003C/caption>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Time\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Operator\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Duration\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>From (class)\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>6:00 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz (MV Makruzz Pearl)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,250 Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>6:30 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,250 Luxury\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>6:40 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Green Ocean 1\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>~2h 15m\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,100 Economy\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>7:30 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika Pro\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,900 Luxury\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>8:00 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,250 Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>8:30 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>ITT Majestic\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,564 Silver\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>9:15 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz (MV Makruzz Gold)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,250 Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>All prices plus Rs 50 PSF. Midday options continue through 2:00 PM.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Three October-specific notes:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>ITT Majestic runs one sailing a day\u003C/strong> (8:30 AM) in October — its second departure only operates December 15 to January 15.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>There’s no direct private ferry from Port Blair to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep).\u003C/strong> You’ll route via Havelock on two tickets. Coming back is different — every operator runs direct Neil to Port Blair daily.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Government ferries\u003C/strong> stay the budget backup (Rs 400–700), but tourist quota is thin and booking opens only 2 days ahead — see our \u003Ca href=\"/government-ferry-andaman\">government ferry guide\u003C/a>.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Onward hops run all October too.\u003C/strong> Havelock to Neil Island has two daily windows — morning and early afternoon:\u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable data-quotable=\"true\">\u003Ccaption>Ferry Schedules in October: The Full Timetable Is Back\u003C/caption>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Route\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Operator\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Departure\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Duration\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>From (class)\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Havelock → Neil\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Green Ocean 1\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>9:15 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>60–75 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,000 Economy\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Havelock → Neil\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika Pro\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>9:20 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>45 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,700 Luxury\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Havelock → Neil\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>10:00 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>45 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,500 Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Neil → Port Blair\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Green Ocean\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>11:00 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>~90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,050 Economy\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Neil → Port Blair\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>11:20 AM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>~75 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,550 Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Neil → Port Blair\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika Pro\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>4:15 PM\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>~75 min\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 1,800 Luxury\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>The live \u003Ca href=\"/andaman-ferry-schedule\">Andaman ferry schedule\u003C/a> has every departure across all routes; \u003Ca href=\"/andaman-ferry-prices\">current prices by class\u003C/a> are on their own page.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"which-ferry-should-you-pick-in-october\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#which-ferry-should-you-pick-in-october\">\u003Cspan>Which Ferry Should You Pick in October?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-which-ferry-should-you-pick-in-october\" data-quotable=\"true\">Same boats, different personalities — and in October’s settling seas, comfort style matters as much as speed.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Want quiet?\u003C/strong> Makruzz plays old comedy clips at low volume; ITT Majestic keeps soft background music at a comfortable 22–23°C. Both are peaceful 90-minute rides.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Want a party?\u003C/strong> Nautika runs a loud Bollywood DJ with dance competitions — genuinely fun for some, headphones-required for others. Green Ocean’s open deck has its own DJ; the indoor cabins are quieter.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Nervous stomach?\u003C/strong> Green Ocean 1’s open deck gives you fresh air and a horizon — and its slower speed can actually feel smoother than the fast catamarans in early-October chop.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Travelling with a laptop bag and standards?\u003C/strong> Nautika Pro’s Business cabin (Rs 3,400 PB→Havelock) adds barista coffee, Wi-Fi that handles WhatsApp, and priority boarding.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>But don’t overthink it. On a calm late-October morning, all four operators deliver you to Havelock within minutes of each other.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"october-prices-how-early-to-book\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#october-prices-how-early-to-book\">\u003Cspan>October Prices & How Early to Book\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-october-prices-how-early-to-book\" data-quotable=\"true\">Here’s October’s quiet advantage: \u003Cstrong>full peak connectivity, no peak surcharge.\u003C/strong> All four private operators add Rs 100 per ticket from December 1 to January 31. In October you skip it, and fares sit at the season’s base — Green Ocean Economy from Rs 1,100, Makruzz and Nautika early birds at Rs 1,250.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>How early should you book? Our working rule for October is \u003Cstrong>2–3 weeks ahead\u003C/strong> for the sailing you actually want, and about a week is usually fine for \u003Cem>a\u003C/em> sailing. Private operators open bookings 60 days out, so there’s no reason to gamble.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>One week deserves peak-season respect: \u003Cstrong>Durga Puja, which lands mid-to-late October in 2026.\u003C/strong> Holiday weeks compress demand into specific dates, and the 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM departures — the calm, cheap ones — go first. Book that window like it’s December.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>And a booking habit worth keeping year-round: print your ticket. Every operator rejects screenshots. If you land without a printout, the cyber cafe at Haddo Jetty charges Rs 20 a page. The full walkthrough is in \u003Ca href=\"/how-to-book-andaman-ferry\">how to book Andaman ferry tickets\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cblockquote>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>October dates picked?\u003C/strong> Check live availability for your exact sailing at \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry.com\u003C/a> — all four operators in one search.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/blockquote>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"whats-open-in-october\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#whats-open-in-october\">\u003Cspan>What’s Open in October\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-whats-open-in-october\" data-quotable=\"true\">Nearly everything, and more of it every week.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Havelock’s beaches\u003C/strong> are at their greenest. Radhanagar is open all month; the sand is fine and the crowds aren’t back yet. Our \u003Ca href=\"/havelock-island-guide\">Havelock Island guide\u003C/a> covers beach-by-beach detail.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Elephant Beach boats\u003C/strong> run through October — the speedboats are the dependable option, while the jungle trek is tide-dependent and can stay muddy from monsoon rain into early October. The \u003Ca href=\"/elephant-beach-boat-ride\">Elephant Beach guide\u003C/a> compares boat vs trek honestly.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Diving restarts in earnest.\u003C/strong> Visibility improves through October and hits its best window November–April. October divers trade a little clarity for empty boats.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)\u003C/strong> is fully in season from October — the Natural Bridge, the slow beaches, the cycle-everywhere pace. It’s the calmest leg of the circuit in every sense.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Water sports at North Bay and Havelock\u003C/strong> resume full operations as the sea settles.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"/images/lp/elephant-beach/beach-panorama.webp\" alt=\"Green post-monsoon Havelock shoreline with boats returning in October\">\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"a-simple-october-itinerary-5-days-ferry-led\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#a-simple-october-itinerary-5-days-ferry-led\">\u003Cspan>A Simple October Itinerary (5 Days, Ferry-Led)\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-a-simple-october-itinerary-5-days-ferry-led\" data-quotable=\"true\">This is the route most of our October travelers actually book — built around morning crossings:\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Day 1 — Port Blair.\u003C/strong> Land, keep 2+ hours of buffer before any ferry, or overnight in town. Cellular Jail and an early night.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Day 2 — To Havelock.\u003C/strong> Makruzz at 6:00 AM (Rs 1,250 Premium) or Nautika at 6:30 AM. You’re on Havelock before 8:30 AM with the whole day ahead.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Day 3 — Havelock.\u003C/strong> Elephant Beach by speedboat in the morning; Radhanagar for sunset.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Day 4 — To Neil Island.\u003C/strong> Nautika Pro’s 9:20 AM hop (Luxury from Rs 1,700) or Makruzz at 10:00 AM (from Rs 1,500). Neil is small enough to circle by scooter before dinner.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Day 5 — Back to Port Blair.\u003C/strong> Direct Neil→PB on Makruzz at 11:20 AM (from Rs 1,550), arriving ~12:35 PM. Keep 4–5 hours between ferry arrival and any flight — that buffer is non-negotiable.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Cp>Total ferry spend: roughly Rs 4,300–4,800 per person across the circuit, plus PSF.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Budgeting for a family?\u003C/strong> The full Port Blair → Havelock → Neil → Port Blair circuit for a family of four runs Rs 16,800–19,200 on Green Ocean Economy, or Rs 25,600–30,400 on Makruzz and Nautika’s entry classes. The government ferry does the same loop for ~Rs 7,200 — if you can get seats, which the 2-day booking window makes a genuine gamble. October’s no-surcharge fares are exactly why the month is kind to families; the same circuit from December 1 adds Rs 100 per ticket per leg. More budget math in our \u003Ca href=\"/andaman-trip-cost-budget\">Andaman trip cost guide\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"what-to-pack-for-october\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#what-to-pack-for-october\">\u003Cspan>What to Pack for October\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>A light rain jacket or poncho\u003C/strong> — showers arrive fast and leave faster. Umbrellas fight the sea breeze and lose.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Seasickness tablets\u003C/strong> (Avomine or similar) for early-October crossings.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>A light jacket for the ferry\u003C/strong> — cabins can run cold when the AC works, and warm when it doesn’t.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Hard-shell luggage inside 15–25 kg\u003C/strong> — Nautika’s limit is a strict 15 kg with Rs 100/kg excess; Makruzz allows 25 kg.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Printed tickets and original photo ID\u003C/strong> — non-negotiable at every counter.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Reef-safe sunscreen and a dry bag for boat trips. Skip single-use plastic entirely; it’s banned across the islands.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"andaman-in-october-faqs\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#andaman-in-october-faqs\">\u003Cspan>Andaman in October: FAQs\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"does-it-rain-in-andaman-in-october\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#does-it-rain-in-andaman-in-october\">\u003Cspan>Does it rain in Andaman in October?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-does-it-rain-in-andaman-in-october\" data-quotable=\"true\">Yes, but it tapers sharply. Early October sees short daily bursts as the monsoon retreats; by the final week most days are dry with the odd passing shower. Rain rarely disrupts ferries in October — the full schedule runs all month, with only rare weather holds early on.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"is-october-a-good-time-to-visit-andaman-1\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#is-october-a-good-time-to-visit-andaman-1\">\u003Cspan>Is October a good time to visit Andaman?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-is-october-a-good-time-to-visit-andaman-1\" data-quotable=\"true\">It’s one of the smartest months: full ferry schedules and reopened water sports without December’s crowds or the Rs 100 peak surcharge that starts December 1. Seas are calmer every week. If you want guaranteed-flat crossings, November–February is better still — but October is a genuine win.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"are-ferries-running-normally-in-october\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#are-ferries-running-normally-in-october\">\u003Cspan>Are ferries running normally in October?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-are-ferries-running-normally-in-october\" data-quotable=\"true\">Fully. All four private operators — Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean and ITT Majestic — run their season timetable, 13+ daily Port Blair–Havelock sailings from Haddo Jetty. The one limit: ITT’s second daily departure doesn’t start until December 15. Weather cancellations, common in monsoon, become rare by mid-October.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"is-the-sea-rough-in-october-will-i-get-seasick\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#is-the-sea-rough-in-october-will-i-get-seasick\">\u003Cspan>Is the sea rough in October? Will I get seasick?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-is-the-sea-rough-in-october-will-i-get-seasick\" data-quotable=\"true\">Early October can still serve up chop, especially after noon; by late month, mornings are reliably calm. About 15–20% of passengers feel some motion on any crossing. Book a morning ferry (roughly 92% on-time, flattest water), sit midship on the lower deck, and take Avomine 30 minutes before boarding.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"is-elephant-beach-open-in-october\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#is-elephant-beach-open-in-october\">\u003Cspan>Is Elephant Beach open in October?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-is-elephant-beach-open-in-october\" data-quotable=\"true\">The speedboats run all through October — they’re the dependable way in. The jungle trek is tide-dependent and often stays muddy from monsoon rain into early October, so treat it as a maybe. Snorkeling visibility improves week by week as the sea settles after the rains.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"how-early-should-i-book-ferries-for-october\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-early-should-i-book-ferries-for-october\">\u003Cspan>How early should I book ferries for October?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp class=\"quotable-fact\" id=\"answer-how-early-should-i-book-ferries-for-october\" data-quotable=\"true\">Two to three weeks ahead for your preferred morning sailing; about a week usually works for any sailing. The exception is Durga Puja week (mid-to-late October in 2026) — treat it like peak season and book as early as you can. Private operators open bookings 60 days out.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Sorting your October crossings?\u003C/strong> Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean and ITT Majestic side by side — \u003Ca href=\"/andaman-ferry-schedule\">check the full ferry schedule\u003C/a>, see \u003Ca href=\"/andaman-ferry-prices\">2026 prices by class\u003C/a>, or search live seats at \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry.com\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n",[7,11,14,17,20,23,26,29,32,35,38,41,45,48,51,54,57],{"level":8,"id":9,"text":10},2,"october-at-a-glance","October at a Glance",{"level":8,"id":12,"text":13},"andaman-weather-in-october-week-by-week","Andaman Weather in October: Week by Week",{"level":8,"id":15,"text":16},"is-october-a-good-time-to-visit-andaman","Is October a Good Time to Visit Andaman?",{"level":8,"id":18,"text":19},"ferry-conditions-in-october-what-the-crossing-feels-like","Ferry Conditions in October: What the Crossing Feels Like",{"level":8,"id":21,"text":22},"ferry-schedules-in-october-the-full-timetable-is-back","Ferry Schedules in October: The Full Timetable Is Back",{"level":8,"id":24,"text":25},"which-ferry-should-you-pick-in-october","Which Ferry Should You Pick in October?",{"level":8,"id":27,"text":28},"october-prices-how-early-to-book","October Prices & How Early to Book",{"level":8,"id":30,"text":31},"whats-open-in-october","What’s Open in October",{"level":8,"id":33,"text":34},"a-simple-october-itinerary-5-days-ferry-led","A Simple October Itinerary (5 Days, Ferry-Led)",{"level":8,"id":36,"text":37},"what-to-pack-for-october","What to Pack for October",{"level":8,"id":39,"text":40},"andaman-in-october-faqs","Andaman in October: FAQs",{"level":42,"id":43,"text":44},3,"does-it-rain-in-andaman-in-october","Does it rain in Andaman in October?",{"level":42,"id":46,"text":47},"is-october-a-good-time-to-visit-andaman-1","Is October a good time to visit Andaman?",{"level":42,"id":49,"text":50},"are-ferries-running-normally-in-october","Are ferries running normally in October?",{"level":42,"id":52,"text":53},"is-the-sea-rough-in-october-will-i-get-seasick","Is the sea rough in October? Will I get seasick?",{"level":42,"id":55,"text":56},"is-elephant-beach-open-in-october","Is Elephant Beach open in October?",{"level":42,"id":58,"text":59},"how-early-should-i-book-ferries-for-october","How early should I book ferries for October?",[61,63,65,67,69,71],{"question":44,"answer":62},"Yes, but it tapers sharply. Early October sees short daily bursts as the monsoon retreats; by the final week most days are dry with the odd passing shower. Rain rarely disrupts ferries in October — the full schedule runs all month, with only rare weather holds early on.",{"question":47,"answer":64},"It’s one of the smartest months: full ferry schedules and reopened water sports without December’s crowds or the Rs 100 peak surcharge that starts December 1. Seas are calmer every week. If you want guaranteed-flat crossings, November–February is better still — but October is a genuine win.",{"question":50,"answer":66},"Fully. All four private operators — Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean and ITT Majestic — run their season timetable, 13+ daily Port Blair–Havelock sailings from Haddo Jetty. The one limit: ITT’s second daily departure doesn’t start until December 15. Weather cancellations, common in monsoon, become rare by mid-October.",{"question":53,"answer":68},"Early October can still serve up chop, especially after noon; by late month, mornings are reliably calm. About 15–20% of passengers feel some motion on any crossing. Book a morning ferry (roughly 92% on-time, flattest water), sit midship on the lower deck, and take Avomine 30 minutes before boarding.",{"question":56,"answer":70},"The speedboats run all through October — they’re the dependable way in. The jungle trek is tide-dependent and often stays muddy from monsoon rain into early October, so treat it as a maybe. Snorkeling visibility improves week by week as the sea settles after the rains.",{"question":59,"answer":72},"Two to three weeks ahead for your preferred morning sailing; about a week usually works for any sailing. The exception is Durga Puja week (mid-to-late October in 2026) — treat it like peak season and book as early as you can. Private operators open bookings 60 days out. Sorting your October crossings? Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean and ITT Majestic side by side — check the full ferry schedule , see 2026 prices by class , or search live seats at BookYourFerry.com .",{"title":74,"description":75,"canonical":76,"ogTitle":77,"ogDescription":78,"ogImage":79,"schemaType":80,"datePublished":81,"dateModified":81},"Andaman in October: Weather, Ferries & Booking Guide | BookYourFerry","Andaman in October, explained ferry-first: week-by-week weather, sea conditions, 13+ daily sailings, real prices and how early to book seats. Updated for 2026.","https://www.bookyourferry.com/andaman-in-october","Andaman in October: Weather, Ferries & Booking Guide","Week-by-week October weather, post-monsoon ferry conditions, full sailing schedules and booking windows — the ferry-led October guide.","/images/articles/green-ocean/full/green_ocean_1_aerial.webp","Article","2026-07-18",{"slug":4,"title":77,"description":75,"category":83,"author":84,"publishedDate":81,"updatedDate":81,"readTime":85,"image":79,"imageMedium":86,"imageAlt":87,"tags":88,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":96},"Trip Planning","BookYourFerry Team","13 min read","/images/articles/green-ocean/medium/green_ocean_1_aerial.webp","Ferry crossing calm post-monsoon seas in the Andamans in October",[89,90,91,92,93],"andaman in october","andaman in october weather","post-monsoon andaman","andaman ferry conditions october","october ferry schedule","published",false,[97,98,99,100,101,102,103,104],"andaman-ferry-booking","best-time-to-visit-andaman","andaman-ferry-schedule","andaman-ferry-prices","havelock-island-guide","ferry-sickness-andaman","how-to-reach-havelock","elephant-beach-boat-ride",[106,109,129,149,164,184,203,220,238,254,268,280,296,310,323,338,355,369,382,399,415,428,441,455,467,477,491,502,515,526,536],{"slug":4,"title":77,"description":75,"category":83,"author":84,"publishedDate":81,"updatedDate":81,"readTime":85,"image":79,"imageMedium":86,"imageAlt":87,"tags":107,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":108},[89,90,91,92,93],[97,98,99,100,101,102,103,104],{"slug":110,"title":111,"description":112,"category":83,"author":84,"publishedDate":113,"updatedDate":113,"readTime":114,"image":115,"imageMedium":116,"imageAlt":117,"tags":118,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":125},"haddo-jetty-port-blair","Haddo Jetty Port Blair 2026: Ferry Timings, Boarding & Transfers","Haddo Jetty is where Port Blair's private ferries to Havelock & Neil depart. 2026 timings, airport transfer, boarding tips & the Phoenix Bay mix-up explained.","2026-07-11","8 min read","/images/articles/haddo-jetty/full/haddo-jetty-entrance-gate.webp","/images/articles/haddo-jetty/medium/haddo-jetty-entrance-gate.webp","Haddo Jetty passenger terminal entrance gate in Port Blair, Andaman Islands",[119,120,121,122,123,124],"haddo jetty","haddo jetty port blair","port blair ferry terminal","haddo wharf","port blair to havelock","andaman ferry boarding",[97,126,103,127,99,128],"port-blair-to-havelock-ferry","port-blair-guide","ross-island-ferry",{"slug":104,"title":130,"description":131,"category":132,"author":84,"publishedDate":133,"updatedDate":134,"readTime":135,"image":136,"imageMedium":137,"imageAlt":138,"tags":139,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":146},"Elephant Beach Boat from Havelock 2026: Price, Timings & Booking","Havelock to Elephant Beach: speedboat ₹1,250 (20 min) or free 2 km trek. 2026 boat timings, cruise day trips, water-sport prices & instant online booking.","Activities & Boats","2026-07-08","2026-07-10","7 min read","/images/articles/activities/full/elephant-beach-boat-01.webp","/images/articles/activities/medium/elephant-beach-boat-01.webp","Speedboat carving through turquoise water near the Elephant Beach reef, Havelock",[140,141,142,143,144,145],"havelock to elephant beach","elephant beach boat ride","elephant beach havelock","elephant beach boat price","elephant beach snorkeling","havelock boat trip",[126,101,147,148,99,128],"havelock-to-port-blair-ferry","havelock-to-neil-island-ferry",{"slug":128,"title":150,"description":151,"category":132,"author":84,"publishedDate":133,"updatedDate":133,"readTime":114,"image":152,"imageMedium":153,"imageAlt":154,"tags":155,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":162},"Ross Island Ferry & North Bay Boat 2026: Timings, Tickets & Booking","Ross Island ferry from Port Blair: boats from Aberdeen Jetty, combo with North Bay from ₹750, timings, ₹50 entry, closed Wednesdays. Book on WhatsApp in a minute.","/images/articles/ross-north-bay/full/north-bay-lighthouse-01.webp","/images/articles/ross-north-bay/medium/north-bay-lighthouse-01.webp","Approaching North Bay Island by boat — the lighthouse from the old ₹20 note",[156,157,158,159,160,161],"ross island ferry","port blair to ross island","ross island ferry timings","north bay island","ross island ticket","ross island north bay tour",[110,127,126,104,99,100,163],"stars-e-ticketing-andaman",{"slug":163,"title":165,"description":166,"category":167,"author":84,"publishedDate":168,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":169,"image":170,"imageMedium":170,"imageAlt":171,"tags":172,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":180},"STARS E-Ticketing Andaman 2026: Login, Booking & Tourist Quota","STARS e-ticketing Andaman guide: dss.andaman.gov.in login & registration, how to book government ferry tickets, the 9 AM 2-day rule, tourist quota tips & prices.","Prices & Booking","2026-07-03","10 min read","/images/articles/general/ferry_boarding_waiting_area.webp","Ferry ticket counter and waiting area at a Port Blair jetty",[173,174,175,176,177,178,179],"stars e ticketing","star e ticket","stars portal","dss andaman","government ferry booking","andaman ship booking","stars login",[97,181,99,182,183,100],"government-ferry-andaman","port-blair-to-neil-island-ferry","how-to-book-andaman-ferry",{"slug":127,"title":185,"description":186,"category":187,"author":84,"publishedDate":188,"updatedDate":188,"readTime":169,"image":189,"imageMedium":190,"imageAlt":191,"tags":192,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":200},"Port Blair City Guide 2026: Sights, Cellular Jail & Ferries","Port Blair city guide 2026: Cellular Jail & the Light Show, places to visit, beaches, and how the Havelock & Neil ferries work. Real photos + local tips.","Island Guides","2026-07-02","/images/articles/port-blair/full/cellular-jail-07.webp","/images/articles/port-blair/medium/cellular-jail-07.webp","Cellular Jail national memorial, Port Blair",[193,194,195,196,197,198,199],"port blair","sri vijaya puram","cellular jail","places to visit in port blair","port blair tourist places","things to do in port blair","port blair guide",[97,4,110,201,126,101,182,98,183,99,202],"neil-island-guide","andaman-trip-cost-budget",{"slug":201,"title":204,"description":205,"category":187,"author":84,"publishedDate":188,"updatedDate":188,"readTime":206,"image":207,"imageMedium":208,"imageAlt":209,"tags":210,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":218},"Neil Island Guide 2026: Beaches, Natural Bridge & Ferries","Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) guide 2026: Bharatpur, Laxmanpur & Sitapur beaches, the Natural Rock Bridge at low tide, ferry routes, stays & how many days.","9 min read","/images/articles/neil-island/full/natural-bridge-08.webp","/images/articles/neil-island/medium/natural-bridge-08.webp","Natural Rock Bridge coral arch, Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)",[211,212,213,214,215,216,217],"neil island","shaheed dweep","neil island andaman","bharatpur beach","laxmanpur beach","natural bridge neil island","neil island guide",[97,4,148,219,182,101,127,98,202],"neil-island-to-port-blair-ferry",{"slug":101,"title":221,"description":222,"category":187,"author":84,"publishedDate":223,"updatedDate":223,"readTime":224,"image":225,"imageMedium":226,"imageAlt":227,"tags":228,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":236},"Havelock Island Guide 2026: Beaches, Ferries & Things to Do","Complete Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) guide: ferry from Port Blair, best beaches, diving, where to stay, trip costs & the best time to visit. Updated 2026.","2026-06-30","12 min read","/images/articles/havelock/full/radhanagar-beach-01.webp","/images/articles/havelock/medium/radhanagar-beach-01.webp","Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island — white sand and turquoise water",[229,230,231,232,233,234,235],"havelock island","swaraj dweep","havelock island guide","radhanagar beach","havelock beaches","things to do in havelock","how to reach havelock",[97,4,201,127,126,103,98,148,147,202,237],"andaman-trip-under-15000",{"slug":103,"title":239,"description":240,"category":83,"author":84,"publishedDate":241,"updatedDate":188,"readTime":114,"image":242,"imageMedium":243,"imageAlt":244,"tags":245,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":249},"How to Reach Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) 2026","Reaching Havelock Island takes two steps: fly to Port Blair, then a ~90-min ferry. Compare all 4 operators, 2026 fares from Rs 1,100 & same-day timing tips.","2026-06-21","/images/articles/havelock/full/kalapathar-beach-24.webp","/images/articles/havelock/medium/kalapathar-beach-24.webp","Sunset over Havelock Island beach after the Andaman ferry journey",[246,247,248,123,230],"how to reach havelock island","how to reach havelock from port blair","havelock ferry",[97,4,110,101,237,250,102,126,99,100,251,252,253,98],"andaman-ferry-faqs","makruzz-ferry","nautika-ferry","green-ocean-ferry",{"slug":102,"title":255,"description":256,"category":167,"author":84,"publishedDate":241,"updatedDate":241,"readTime":257,"image":258,"imageMedium":259,"imageAlt":260,"tags":261,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":267},"Avoid Seasickness on Andaman Ferries: 2026 Guide","Seasickness on the Andaman ferry is preventable. Sail in the morning, sit midship on the lower deck, pick the smoother Green Ocean, and medicate early. Full tips.","5 min read","/images/articles/green-ocean/green_ocean_1_open_deck.webp","/images/articles/green-ocean/medium/green_ocean_1_open_deck.webp","Green Ocean 1 open deck on the Andaman ferry crossing, which helps with seasickness",[262,263,264,265,266],"andaman ferry seasickness","seasickness ferry","andaman ferry motion sickness","port blair to havelock ferry","ferry sickness",[97,4,253,126,251,252,98,103,99],{"slug":250,"title":269,"description":270,"category":167,"author":84,"publishedDate":241,"updatedDate":241,"readTime":135,"image":170,"imageMedium":271,"imageAlt":272,"tags":273,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":279},"Andaman Ferry FAQs: 25+ Questions Answered (2026)","Answers to 25+ common Andaman ferry questions — booking, prices, schedules, operators, foreigner rules, cancellations and what the crossing is actually like.","/images/articles/general/medium/ferry_boarding_waiting_area.webp","Passengers boarding an Andaman ferry at Haddo Jetty, Port Blair",[274,275,276,277,278],"andaman ferry faq","andaman ferry questions","andaman ferry booking","andaman ferry guide","port blair ferry",[97,100,99,251,252,253,181,103],{"slug":281,"title":282,"description":283,"category":284,"author":84,"publishedDate":241,"updatedDate":241,"readTime":257,"image":285,"imageMedium":286,"imageAlt":287,"tags":288,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":294},"cheapest-ferry-andaman","Cheapest Ferry in Andaman: How to Pay Less (2026)","The cheapest Andaman ferry is Green Ocean Economy at Rs 1,100. Compare every operator’s lowest fare, the government option, and how to actually pay less in 2026.","Ferry Operators","/images/articles/green-ocean/green_ocean_1_exterior.webp","/images/articles/green-ocean/medium/green_ocean_1_exterior.webp","Green Ocean ferry exterior, the cheapest Andaman ferry option",[289,290,291,292,293],"cheapest ferry andaman","cheapest ferry to havelock","andaman ferry price","cheap andaman ferry","green ocean economy",[97,253,181,100,126,251,252,295],"itt-majestic-ferry",{"slug":297,"title":298,"description":299,"category":284,"author":84,"publishedDate":241,"updatedDate":241,"readTime":257,"image":300,"imageMedium":301,"imageAlt":302,"tags":303,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":309},"ferry-seat-classes-andaman","Andaman Ferry Classes Explained: Which to Book (2026)","Andaman ferry classes decoded — Economy to Royal across Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean and ITT. What each class actually gets you, and which one is worth booking.","/images/articles/green-ocean/green_ocean_premium_class.webp","/images/articles/green-ocean/medium/green_ocean_premium_class.webp","Andaman ferry premium class seating on Green Ocean",[304,305,306,307,308],"andaman ferry classes","ferry seat classes andaman","makruzz classes","nautika classes","ferry class comparison",[97,251,252,253,295,100,102,126],{"slug":237,"title":311,"description":312,"category":83,"author":84,"publishedDate":241,"updatedDate":223,"readTime":257,"image":313,"imageMedium":314,"imageAlt":315,"tags":316,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":322},"Andaman Trip Under Rs 15,000: Realistic Budget (2026)","Can you do Andaman under Rs 15,000? An honest on-ground budget breakdown — ferries, stay, food, transport — and how to keep your ferry cost low. 2026 guide.","/images/articles/havelock/full/kalapathar-beach-31.webp","/images/articles/havelock/medium/kalapathar-beach-31.webp","Havelock Island beach — a budget Andaman trip under Rs 15,000",[317,318,319,320,321],"andaman trip under 15000","andaman budget trip","andaman trip cost","cheap andaman trip","andaman on a budget",[97,281,100,126,98,103,253,99],{"slug":202,"title":324,"description":325,"category":83,"author":84,"publishedDate":326,"updatedDate":223,"readTime":85,"image":327,"imageMedium":328,"imageAlt":329,"tags":330,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":336},"Andaman Trip Cost 2026: Budget Breakdown (Backpacker to Luxury)","What does an Andaman trip really cost? Honest 2026 budget breakdown — flights, ferries, hotels, food & activities across backpacker, mid-range & luxury tiers.","2026-05-29","/images/articles/islands/full/ross-and-smith-04.webp","/images/articles/islands/medium/ross-and-smith-04.webp","Ross and Smith twin-island sandbar, Andaman — plan your trip budget",[319,331,332,333,334,335],"andaman tour cost","andaman trip budget","andaman trip cost per person","andaman tour package cost","cost of andaman trip",[97,4,101,103,100,98,99,126,181,183,337],"makruzz-vs-nautika-vs-green-ocean",{"slug":182,"title":339,"description":340,"category":341,"author":84,"publishedDate":342,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":343,"image":344,"imageMedium":345,"imageAlt":346,"tags":347,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":354},"Port Blair to Neil Island Ferry 2026: Fare, Route & Distance","Port Blair to Neil Island ferry 2026: no direct private boat. Book the government ferry (Rs 725, ~65 km, 90-120 min) or route via Havelock. Compare 3 options.","Ferry Routes","2026-05-28","18 min read","/images/articles/neil-island/full/laxmanpur-beach-06.webp","/images/articles/neil-island/medium/laxmanpur-beach-06.webp","Laxmanpur Beach sunset, Neil Island — the Port Blair to Neil journey",[348,349,350,351,352,353],"port blair to neil island ferry","port blair to neil island distance","government ferry port blair neil","no direct ferry port blair neil","via havelock to neil island","stars portal booking",[97,110,163,201,127,219,147,148,126,181,99,251,252,253,295,337,183],{"slug":219,"title":356,"description":357,"category":341,"author":84,"publishedDate":342,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":343,"image":358,"imageMedium":359,"imageAlt":360,"tags":361,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":368},"Neil Island to Port Blair Ferry 2026: All 4 Operators Compared","All 4 private operators run direct Neil Island to Port Blair daily. Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT fares & timings. Book on BookYourFerry.","/images/articles/port-blair/full/corbyn-cove-03.webp","/images/articles/port-blair/medium/corbyn-cove-03.webp","Corbyn Cove beach, Port Blair — returning from Neil Island",[362,363,364,365,366,367],"neil island to port blair ferry","neil island to port blair ferry timings","neil to port blair ferry price","neil island return ferry","bharatpur jetty ferry","all 4 operators return ferry",[97,163,201,127,182,147,148,126,181,99,100,251,252,253,295,337,183],{"slug":147,"title":370,"description":371,"category":341,"author":84,"publishedDate":372,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":373,"image":189,"imageMedium":190,"imageAlt":374,"tags":375,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":381},"Havelock to Port Blair Ferry 2026: All 4 Operators, Timings & Pricing","Return ferry from Havelock to Port Blair: 4 private operators + government, fares Rs 400-3,400, daily timings. Honest comparison + booking tips.","2026-05-26","14 min read","Cellular Jail, Port Blair — arriving back from Havelock by ferry",[376,377,378,379,380],"havelock to port blair ferry","havelock to port blair return","return ferry havelock port blair","havelock port blair schedule","andaman ferry return journey",[127,101,126,148,97,103,219,182,99,100,181,251,252,253,295,183,337],{"slug":183,"title":383,"description":384,"category":167,"author":84,"publishedDate":385,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":386,"image":387,"imageMedium":388,"imageAlt":389,"tags":390,"status":94,"pillar":397,"relatedSlugs":398},"Andaman Govt Ferry Booking 2026: STARS Portal + Private","Book the Andaman govt ferry via the STARS portal, or compare 4 private operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT): 2026 prices, documents, refunds.","2026-05-04","23 min read","/images/articles/general/full/jetty_waiting_area.webp","/images/articles/general/medium/jetty_waiting_area.webp","Haddo Jetty Port Blair ferry booking and boarding for Andaman Islands",[391,392,393,394,395,277,396],"how to book andaman ferry","book ferry andaman","andaman ferry booking online","how to book government ferry in andaman","STARS portal","book andaman ferry tickets",true,[97,163,202,219,182,126,295,148,181,98,337,100,99,251,252,253],{"slug":98,"title":400,"description":401,"category":402,"author":84,"publishedDate":403,"updatedDate":188,"readTime":404,"image":313,"imageMedium":314,"imageAlt":405,"tags":406,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":414},"Best & Worst Time to Visit Andaman 2026: Monthly Guide","Best & worst time to visit Andaman: Nov-Feb has calm seas & full ferry schedules. Month-by-month weather, ferry cancellations, family & honeymoon tips, 2026.","Travel Guide","2026-05-03","19 min read","Turquoise Havelock beach during Andaman's peak season",[407,408,409,410,411,412,413],"best time to visit andaman","andaman weather","andaman in december","andaman monsoon","andaman honeymoon","andaman with family","month by month",[97,4,201,127,101,237,102,103,202,295,181,183,337,99,100,126,148,251,252,253],{"slug":337,"title":416,"description":417,"category":284,"author":84,"publishedDate":403,"updatedDate":403,"readTime":404,"image":387,"imageMedium":388,"imageAlt":418,"tags":419,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":427},"Makruzz vs Nautika vs Green Ocean: Best Andaman Ferry 2026","Makruzz vs Nautika vs Green Ocean compared — prices, comfort, reliability, fleet, 1,235 reviews analysed. Which Andaman ferry is best for you? 2026 guide.","Makruzz Nautika and Green Ocean ferries at Haddo Jetty Port Blair",[420,421,422,423,424,425,426],"best ferry in andaman","makruzz vs nautika","andaman ferry comparison","best andaman ferry","makruzz vs green ocean","nautika vs green ocean","which ferry is best in andaman",[97,219,182,126,148,181,183,98,251,252,253,295,100,99],{"slug":100,"title":429,"description":430,"category":167,"author":84,"publishedDate":431,"updatedDate":188,"readTime":404,"image":170,"imageMedium":271,"imageAlt":432,"tags":433,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":440},"Andaman Ferry Prices 2026: Port Blair-Havelock from Rs 400","Andaman ferry prices 2026: Port Blair to Havelock from Rs 400 (govt) to Rs 3,400 (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT). Full fare table, PSF & GST breakdown.","2026-04-28","Andaman ferry ticket counter at Haddo Jetty Port Blair with passengers buying tickets",[434,435,436,437,438,439,289],"andaman ferry prices","andaman ferry ticket price","port blair to havelock ferry price","andaman ferry fare","makruzz ferry price","nautika ferry price",[97,237,297,281,250,103,202,219,182,148,183,337,98,99,251,252,253,295,181,126],{"slug":99,"title":442,"description":443,"category":167,"author":84,"publishedDate":444,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":85,"image":170,"imageMedium":271,"imageAlt":445,"tags":446,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":454},"Port Blair to Havelock Ferry Timings 2026 + Neil Island","Port Blair to Havelock & Neil ferry timings 2026: 16 daily Havelock departures across Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT & govt ferries. Compare & book online.","2026-04-25","Andaman ferry departing Haddo Jetty Port Blair at sunrise with morning travelers boarding",[447,448,449,450,451,452,453],"andaman ferry schedule","andaman ferry timings","port blair to havelock ferry schedule","andaman ferry timetable","havelock to neil ferry schedule","makruzz schedule","nautika ferry timing",[97,4,110,163,237,250,102,103,202,219,182,183,337,98,100,126,148,251,252,253,295,181],{"slug":148,"title":456,"description":457,"category":341,"author":84,"publishedDate":458,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":373,"image":207,"imageMedium":208,"imageAlt":459,"tags":460,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":466},"Havelock to Neil Island Ferry: Complete Booking Guide 2026","Havelock to Neil Island ferry from Rs 1,000. Compare 4 operators, 5+ daily sailings, 45-75 min journey. Distance, prices, schedules & booking tips 2026.","2026-03-08","Neil Island Natural Bridge — reached by ferry from Havelock",[461,462,463,464,465],"havelock to neil island ferry","havelock neil ferry price","havelock neil ferry schedule","neil island ferry booking","andaman ferry route",[97,201,101,103,219,182,181,183,337,98,99,100,126,251,252,253,295],{"slug":181,"title":468,"description":469,"category":402,"author":84,"publishedDate":458,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":373,"image":170,"imageMedium":271,"imageAlt":470,"tags":471,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":476},"Govt Ferry Port Blair to Havelock: Fare 2026 (Rs 630-920)","Government ferry Port Blair to Havelock fare 2026: Rs 630-920 vs private Rs 1,100-3,200. See class-wise prices, schedules & how to book on the STARS portal.","Passengers boarding ferry at Haddo Jetty Andaman Islands",[472,473,474,422,475],"government ferry andaman","govt ferry booking","government vs private ferry andaman","DSS ferry andaman",[97,163,281,250,202,219,182,183,337,98,99,100,126,148,251,252,253,295],{"slug":252,"title":478,"description":479,"category":284,"author":84,"publishedDate":480,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":373,"image":481,"imageMedium":482,"imageAlt":483,"tags":484,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":490},"Nautika Ferry Andaman 2026: Prices, Timings & Review","Nautika (GoNautika) ferry Andaman: prices from Rs 1,250, daily timings & online booking. Honest review of the newest fleet & business class. Compare & book.","2026-03-02","/images/articles/nautika/nautika_exterior.webp","/images/articles/nautika/medium/nautika_exterior.webp","Nautika ferry catamaran at Port Blair Andaman Islands",[485,486,487,488,489],"nautika ferry","nautika review","nautika vs makruzz","andaman ferry operator","nautika pro business class",[97,110,297,281,250,102,103,219,182,295,148,181,183,337,98,99,100,126,251,253],{"slug":253,"title":492,"description":493,"category":284,"author":84,"publishedDate":480,"updatedDate":188,"readTime":224,"image":285,"imageMedium":286,"imageAlt":494,"tags":495,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":501},"Green Ocean Ferry Andaman 2026: Prices, Timings & Booking","Green Ocean Ferry Andaman 2026: tickets from Rs 1,100, full timings, GO1 vs GO2 and the only open deck. Compare classes, read our honest review & book online.","Green Ocean 1 ferry exterior at Port Blair Andaman Islands",[496,497,498,499,500],"green ocean ferry","green ocean andaman","budget ferry andaman","green ocean booking","open deck ferry",[97,110,237,297,281,250,102,219,182,148,181,183,337,98,99,100,126,251,252,295],{"slug":295,"title":503,"description":504,"category":284,"author":84,"publishedDate":480,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":373,"image":505,"imageMedium":506,"imageAlt":507,"tags":508,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":514},"ITT Majestic Ferry Review 2026: Fares, Schedule & Honest Verdict","ITT Majestic ferry review 2026 with honest fares, schedule & booking tips. Silver Class Rs 1,564 Port Blair-Havelock in 90 min. Compare vs Makruzz & Nautika.","/images/articles/itt-majestic/itt_majestic_exterior.webp","/images/articles/itt-majestic/medium/itt_majestic_exterior.webp","ITT Majestic ferry catamaran at Port Blair Andaman Islands",[509,510,511,512,513],"itt majestic","itt majestic ferry","itt majestic andaman","mid-range ferry andaman","silver class ferry",[97,110,297,281,219,182,148,181,183,337,98,99,100,126,251,252,253],{"slug":126,"title":516,"description":517,"category":341,"author":84,"publishedDate":480,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":224,"image":518,"imageMedium":519,"imageAlt":520,"tags":521,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":525},"Port Blair to Havelock Ferry 2026: Times, Prices & Booking","Port Blair to Havelock ferry from Rs 1,100, 90-min journey, 16 daily sailings. Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT prices + booking tips 2026.","/images/articles/havelock/full/kalapathar-beach-16.webp","/images/articles/havelock/medium/kalapathar-beach-16.webp","Turquoise Havelock Island beach — your Port Blair to Havelock ferry destination",[265,522,523,524,465],"port blair havelock ferry schedule","port blair havelock ferry price","havelock ferry booking",[97,110,127,101,237,297,281,102,103,202,219,182,181,183,337,98,99,100,251,252,253,295,148],{"slug":97,"title":527,"description":528,"category":402,"author":84,"publishedDate":529,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":530,"image":170,"imageMedium":271,"imageAlt":470,"tags":531,"status":94,"pillar":397,"relatedSlugs":535},"Andaman Ferry Guide 2026: Routes, Operators, Prices & Tips","The complete Andaman ferry guide: every route between Port Blair, Havelock & Neil, all 5 operators compared, 2026 prices, timings and smart booking tips.","2026-02-27","15 min read",[276,532,533,193,534,211],"ferry booking andaman","andaman ferry ticket booking","havelock",[163,4,201,127,101,237,297,281,250,102,103,100,99,126,148,251,252,253,295,181,98,337,183,182,219,202],{"slug":251,"title":537,"description":538,"category":284,"author":84,"publishedDate":529,"updatedDate":168,"readTime":224,"image":539,"imageMedium":540,"imageAlt":541,"tags":542,"status":94,"pillar":95,"relatedSlugs":546},"Makruzz Ferry Price 2026: From Rs 1,250 + Class Reviews","Makruzz ferry price 2026: Premium Rs 1,250, Deluxe Rs 2,180, Royal Rs 2,940. Honest class reviews, live timings, fleet guide & online booking for all routes.","/images/articles/makruzz/makruzz_exterior_2.webp","/images/articles/makruzz/medium/makruzz_exterior_2.webp","MV Makruzz ferry catamaran docked at Port Blair Andaman",[543,544,545,488,248],"makruzz ferry","makruzz premium vs royal","makruzz booking",[97,110,297,281,250,102,103,219,182,295,148,181,183,337,98,99,100,126,252,253],1784365160847]