[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":427},["ShallowReactive",2],{"article-how-to-book-andaman-ferry":3,"all-articles":257},{"slug":4,"html":5,"toc":6,"faqItems":198,"meta":219,"article":228},"how-to-book-andaman-ferry","\u003Ch1 id=\"how-to-book-andaman-ferry-the-complete-2026-guide-private-government\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-to-book-andaman-ferry-the-complete-2026-guide-private-government\">\u003Cspan>How to Book Andaman Ferry: The Complete 2026 Guide (Private + Government)\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h1>\n\u003Cp>To book a ferry in Andaman, you have four real options: book directly with one of the four private operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic), book through a comparison platform that covers all of them, book the government ferry through the STARS e-ticketing portal, or book through IRCTC. The right choice depends on your route, budget, and how flexible your dates are.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>This is the complete walkthrough — every channel, every step, every common mistake. We process 50,000+ Andaman ferry bookings on our platform and have seen every way the booking process can go wrong. The guide below is built around what actually works.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>If you just want the short answer, jump to “\u003Ca href=\"#the-short-version\">The Short Version\u003C/a>” below. If you want to understand every option before deciding, read straight through.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"/images/articles/general/full/jetty_waiting_area.webp\" alt=\"Haddo Jetty Port Blair ferry booking and boarding for Andaman Islands\">\u003C/p>\n\u003Cblockquote>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Compare prices across all 4 operators in one place\u003C/strong> at \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry.com\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003C/blockquote>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"the-short-version\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#the-short-version\">\u003Cspan>The Short Version\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Most travellers should follow these four steps:\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Decide your route and date\u003C/strong> — Port Blair to Havelock is the most common (90 minutes, 13+ daily sailings)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Compare prices across all 4 operators\u003C/strong> on a comparison platform — same route can cost Rs 1,100 to Rs 3,400 depending on operator and class\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Pay online\u003C/strong> with credit/debit card, UPI, or netbanking — instant confirmation\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Print your ticket and bring photo ID matching the booking name\u003C/strong> — both are mandatory at the jetty (mobile screenshots get rejected)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Cp>Total time: 5-10 minutes. The whole process is online and you’ll get a WhatsApp/email confirmation immediately.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The longer version below covers what to do if you’re booking the government ferry, what documents foreigners need, when to book ahead, and how to handle cancellations and refunds.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"where-to-book-andaman-ferry-all-channels-compared\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#where-to-book-andaman-ferry-all-channels-compared\">\u003Cspan>Where to Book Andaman Ferry: All Channels Compared\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>There are four distinct ways to book an Andaman ferry. Each has trade-offs, and which one is right depends on what you value.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Channel\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>What it is\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Pros\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Cons\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Comparison platform\u003C/strong> (e.g. BookYourFerry)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Books across all 4 private operators in one place\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>One search shows all options + prices, neutral, single confirmation flow\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Small platform service fee on some routes\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Operator direct\u003C/strong> (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT websites)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Each operator’s own booking site\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>No third-party fee, sometimes early-bird discounts\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Have to check 4 sites separately to compare\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Government ferry\u003C/strong> (STARS e-ticketing portal)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Directorate of Shipping Services tourist quota\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Cheapest fares (Rs 400-700 PB-Havelock), runs reliably year-round\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Only 2-day advance booking, very limited tourist seats, hard to get\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>IRCTC Tourism\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>IRCTC’s package booking\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Bundles with India Rail itineraries\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Only sells full packages, not standalone ferry tickets\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>For 95% of travellers, the choice is between a comparison platform and operator-direct. Government ferry is appealing on price but the 2-day booking window and limited tourist seats make it unreliable for trip planning. IRCTC is mostly used by people booking complete India holiday packages.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"where-should-you-book\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#where-should-you-book\">\u003Cspan>Where should YOU book?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Your priority\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Best channel\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Cheapest possible fare\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Government ferry (if you can secure it 2 days ahead)\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Best private price across operators\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Comparison platform\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Specific operator preference\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>That operator’s direct site\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Bundling with India Rail trip\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>IRCTC Tourism\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Booking 30+ days in advance\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Comparison platform or operator direct (private operators open 60 days out; government is fixed at 2 days)\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Foreign traveller, first time\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Comparison platform (multilingual support, USD payment options)\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>If you’re not sure: \u003Cstrong>start with a comparison platform\u003C/strong> to see all your options, then decide if it’s worth booking direct with one operator. Compare-then-decide is faster than checking four operator sites manually.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"step-by-step-booking-private-ferries-makruzz-nautika-green-ocean-itt-majestic\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#step-by-step-booking-private-ferries-makruzz-nautika-green-ocean-itt-majestic\">\u003Cspan>Step-by-Step: Booking Private Ferries (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic)\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Booking through a comparison platform like ours follows the same flow regardless of which operator you eventually pick. Booking direct on each operator’s site is similar but uses different field names.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"step-1-search\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#step-1-search\">\u003Cspan>Step 1: Search\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Enter three things:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>From\u003C/strong> — Port Blair, Havelock (Swaraj Dweep), or Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>To\u003C/strong> — your destination\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Date\u003C/strong> — your travel date (most operators allow booking up to 60 days ahead)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>You’ll see a list of all available ferries that day with departure times, durations, classes, and prices.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"step-2-compare\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#step-2-compare\">\u003Cspan>Step 2: Compare\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>The same Port Blair to Havelock route on the same morning can cost anywhere from Rs 1,100 to Rs 3,400 depending on operator and class:\u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Operator\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Class\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth style=\"text-align:right\">Price (PB→Havelock)\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Duration\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Green Ocean\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>GO1 Economy\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 1,100\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2h 15m\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Pearl Premium (6 AM)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 1,250\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Luxury (6:30 AM)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 1,250\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Green Ocean\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>GO2 Premium\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 1,350-1,450\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2h\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Premium (regular)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 1,250\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>ITT Majestic\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Silver\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 1,564\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Deluxe\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 2,180\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Pro Luxury\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 1,900\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Makruzz\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Royal\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 2,940-3,150\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Nautika\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Pro Business\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align:right\">Rs 3,400\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>90 min\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>For a quick decision: \u003Cstrong>6 AM Makruzz Pearl Premium or 6:30 AM Nautika Luxury at Rs 1,250\u003C/strong> is the best value for most travellers — fast, modern, well-rated.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>If you’re tighter on budget, Green Ocean Economy at Rs 1,100 saves you Rs 150 but adds 45 minutes to the journey. If you want premium, Nautika Pro Business is a real category-creator at Rs 3,400.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"step-3-select-seats-and-add-passenger-details\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#step-3-select-seats-and-add-passenger-details\">\u003Cspan>Step 3: Select seats and add passenger details\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Click “Book” on your chosen ferry. You’ll need to enter for each passenger:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Full name\u003C/strong> — exactly as it appears on your photo ID. This is the most common booking mistake, and it’s strictly enforced\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Age and gender\u003C/strong>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>ID type and number\u003C/strong> — Aadhaar, passport, driving license, or voter ID for Indians; passport for foreigners\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Contact number\u003C/strong> — for WhatsApp confirmation (use the country code if booking from abroad)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>Some operators (Makruzz, Nautika Pro) let you select specific seats. Others assign seats automatically and notify you 48 hours before departure.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"step-4-pay\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#step-4-pay\">\u003Cspan>Step 4: Pay\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Payment options vary by platform:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Credit/debit card\u003C/strong> — Visa, Mastercard, Rupay all accepted. Use credit cards over debit cards if possible — easier dispute resolution if something goes wrong\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>UPI\u003C/strong> — fastest method for Indian travellers\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Net banking\u003C/strong> — slowest but works\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Wallets\u003C/strong> — Paytm, PhonePe, Google Pay supported on most platforms\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>International cards\u003C/strong> — accepted on most platforms with USD/EUR/GBP conversion\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>A small Passenger Service Fee (PSF) of Rs 50 per ticket is added by all private operators. Some platforms charge a small booking convenience fee (typically Rs 25-50). The total you pay is shown before confirmation.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"step-5-get-confirmation\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#step-5-get-confirmation\">\u003Cspan>Step 5: Get confirmation\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Within 60 seconds of payment, you should receive:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Email\u003C/strong> with the e-ticket attached as PDF\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>WhatsApp\u003C/strong> message with booking summary (most platforms now do this)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>SMS\u003C/strong> with booking reference (optional on some platforms)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>If you don’t get the email within 5 minutes, check your spam folder. If still missing, contact platform support — never assume the booking failed without checking.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"step-6-print-the-ticket\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#step-6-print-the-ticket\">\u003Cspan>Step 6: Print the ticket\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>This is critical: \u003Cstrong>all four private operators reject mobile/screenshot tickets at the jetty.\u003C/strong> You must print the ticket on paper. There’s a cyber café at Haddo Jetty that prints for Rs 20/page if you forget, but don’t rely on it during peak season — it gets crowded.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cblockquote>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Search and book all 4 Andaman ferry operators in one place\u003C/strong> at \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry.com\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003C/blockquote>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"step-by-step-booking-government-ferry-via-stars-portal\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#step-by-step-booking-government-ferry-via-stars-portal\">\u003Cspan>Step-by-Step: Booking Government Ferry via STARS Portal\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>The Andaman government runs a separate ferry network — managed by the Directorate of Shipping Services — that’s significantly cheaper than private operators. Government ferries cost Rs 400-700 between Port Blair and Havelock, vs Rs 1,100-3,400 on private operators. The catch is the booking process.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Government ferries use the \u003Cstrong>STARS e-ticketing portal\u003C/strong>: \u003Ccode>dss.andamannicobar.gov.in/eticketing\u003C/code>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"why-bother-with-stars\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#why-bother-with-stars\">\u003Cspan>Why bother with STARS?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Half the price\u003C/strong> of private ferries — sometimes less\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Reliable through monsoon\u003C/strong> — government ferries sail when private operators cancel\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Direct PB→Neil Island route\u003C/strong> — the only operator currently doing this (private operators don’t run direct PB→Neil)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Real local schedule\u003C/strong> — early morning slots private ferries don’t run\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"why-most-travellers-cant-actually-book-government\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#why-most-travellers-cant-actually-book-government\">\u003Cspan>Why most travellers can’t actually book government\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>2-day advance booking only\u003C/strong> — you can’t reserve seats more than 48 hours ahead\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Tourist quota is small\u003C/strong> — most seats are reserved for local residents\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Seats fill within minutes\u003C/strong> of the booking window opening\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Hard-copy ticket required\u003C/strong> with the same strict enforcement\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Foreign nationals need additional checks\u003C/strong> beyond the standard RAP\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"how-to-book-on-stars-portal\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-to-book-on-stars-portal\">\u003Cspan>How to book on STARS portal\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>If you want to try, the process is:\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Visit\u003C/strong> \u003Ccode>dss.andamannicobar.gov.in/eticketing\u003C/code>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Register\u003C/strong> with mobile number and OTP verification\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Wait until exactly 48 hours before departure\u003C/strong> — that’s when the tourist booking window opens\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Search\u003C/strong> the route and date — the page often takes 30-60 seconds to load during peak booking minutes\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Select seats\u003C/strong> if any are available — the screen refreshes constantly as people book\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Complete payment\u003C/strong> within the 10-minute reservation window — past this, your held seats release back to the pool\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Save the e-ticket\u003C/strong> and \u003Cstrong>print it\u003C/strong> — same hard-copy requirement as private ferries\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"government-ferry-travel-tip\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#government-ferry-travel-tip\">\u003Cspan>Government ferry travel tip\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>If you really want to take the government ferry, \u003Cstrong>stay flexible on dates\u003C/strong> and check the STARS portal at exactly 48 hours before each potential travel day. If you’re locked into specific dates, save yourself the stress and book private. The Rs 600-1,000 saving isn’t worth a missed travel day.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"when-to-book-timing-the-booking-window\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#when-to-book-timing-the-booking-window\">\u003Cspan>When to Book: Timing the Booking Window\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Booking too early isn’t a problem. Booking too late definitely is. Here’s the timing that matches what we see across thousands of bookings.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"private-operators\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#private-operators\">\u003Cspan>Private operators\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Travel period\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Recommended advance booking\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Peak Dec-Feb\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>3-4 weeks ahead. Christmas-NYE: 4-6 weeks\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Strong Oct-Nov\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>2-3 weeks ahead\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Standard Mar-May\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1-2 weeks ahead\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Off-season Jun-Sep\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>1 week, but choose refundable fares\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>Private operators open booking \u003Cstrong>60 days in advance\u003C/strong>. If your trip is fixed, booking earlier doesn’t cost more — it just locks in your preferred time slot before others claim it.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The morning ferries (6:00 AM Makruzz Pearl, 6:30 AM Nautika, 6:40 AM Green Ocean 1) are the first to sell out. If you specifically want a morning slot during peak season, book at least 3 weeks ahead.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"government-ferry\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#government-ferry\">\u003Cspan>Government ferry\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Always 2 days ahead, period. The STARS booking window opens 48 hours before departure and that’s the only time tourist quota is available.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"why-earlier-matters-more-during-peak-season\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#why-earlier-matters-more-during-peak-season\">\u003Cspan>Why earlier matters more during peak season\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>In December-February we see ferries hit 100% capacity 10-14 days before departure. Travellers who plan their flights but assume “I’ll book ferries when I land” frequently end up stranded — the only options left are afternoon slots that may shift by 30-90 minutes due to operational adjustments, or the 2h 15m Green Ocean Economy if budget matters more than time.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"what-you-need-documents-id-foreign-traveller-requirements\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#what-you-need-documents-id-foreign-traveller-requirements\">\u003Cspan>What You Need: Documents, ID & Foreign Traveller Requirements\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>The document requirements are strict and consistently enforced. Don’t board without these.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"for-indian-travellers\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#for-indian-travellers\">\u003Cspan>For Indian travellers\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Item\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Required?\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Notes\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Printed ticket\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>YES\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Mobile screenshots rejected. Cyber café at Haddo Jetty prints at Rs 20/page\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Valid photo ID\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>YES\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Aadhaar, passport, driving license, or voter ID. Name must match booking exactly\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>PAN card\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>NOT accepted as photo ID\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Bring something else\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Children’s ID\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>YES for 5+, optional under 5\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Aadhaar or birth certificate\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"for-foreign-travellers\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#for-foreign-travellers\">\u003Cspan>For foreign travellers\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Foreign nationals need three things:\u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Item\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Required?\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Where to get it\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Passport\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>YES\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>—\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>RAP (Restricted Area Permit)\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>YES, free\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Issued at Port Blair Airport (IXZ) on arrival, valid 30 days\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Original RAP at every jetty\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>YES\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>They check at Haddo, Havelock, and Neil jetties\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Special cases:\u003C/strong> Citizens of Afghanistan, China, and Pakistan need prior Ministry of Home Affairs approval — not just the standard RAP.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The RAP is free but the line at the airport can be 30-45 minutes during peak season. Plan a 90-minute buffer between landing and your first ferry. Print extra passport copies — you’ll need them at multiple jetties.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"photo-id-name-match\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#photo-id-name-match\">\u003Cspan>Photo ID name match\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>This trips up more people than any other rule. The ticket name must match your photo ID exactly. Common gotchas:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Middle names\u003C/strong> included on Aadhaar but missing from booking → boarding refused\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Diminutive name\u003C/strong> on booking (“Raj”) vs full name on ID (“Rajesh Kumar”) → boarding refused\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Spelling differences\u003C/strong> between Aadhaar and passport → use whichever matches your booking\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Married/maiden name mismatch\u003C/strong> → use whatever’s on the ID you’ll bring\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>Edit your booking before travel if you spot a mismatch — name corrections are typically allowed up to 24-48 hours before departure for a small fee. After that, it’s a cancellation + rebook.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"pricing-hidden-fees\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#pricing-hidden-fees\">\u003Cspan>Pricing & Hidden Fees\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>What you actually pay vs the headline price differs by a few line items. Knowing them upfront avoids the “wait, why is the total higher?” moment at checkout.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"standard-add-ons-across-all-private-operators\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#standard-add-ons-across-all-private-operators\">\u003Cspan>Standard add-ons across all private operators\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Passenger Service Fee (PSF):\u003C/strong> Rs 50 per ticket. Always charged. Not negotiable.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Peak surcharge:\u003C/strong> Rs 100 per ticket from December 1 to January 31. Applies to most operators.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Platform booking fee:\u003C/strong> Rs 25-50 on some comparison platforms. Operator-direct sites usually don’t have this.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>GST:\u003C/strong> Already included in the displayed price for most operators.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"class-differences-within-an-operator\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#class-differences-within-an-operator\">\u003Cspan>Class differences within an operator\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Same operator, same date, same route — the class you pick changes the price by 2-3×. The pattern across operators:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Cheapest class\u003C/strong> = lower deck, basic seating, no included meals\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Mid class\u003C/strong> = upper deck or premium seating, sometimes panoramic views, no meals\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Top class\u003C/strong> = forward upper deck, plush seating, complimentary refreshments on Royal/Pro Business only\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>Specifically, Makruzz Royal includes a sandwich + drink (only Royal class on any operator includes food). Nautika Pro Business includes barista coffee. Everyone else: buy from the onboard cafeteria for Rs 50-100.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"foreign-traveller-pricing\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#foreign-traveller-pricing\">\u003Cspan>Foreign traveller pricing\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Some platforms display different prices for foreign passport holders. The actual ticket price is identical — what differs is currency conversion fees on international cards. Check the displayed currency before paying.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>For full pricing details across all operators and classes: see our \u003Ca href=\"/andaman-ferry-prices\">Andaman Ferry Prices Guide\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"cancellation-reschedule-refunds\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#cancellation-reschedule-refunds\">\u003Cspan>Cancellation, Reschedule & Refunds\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Each operator has its own refund window. The differences matter, especially in monsoon when cancellations are more likely.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Operator\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>48+ hrs before\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>24-48 hrs\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Less than 24 hrs\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Weather cancel\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Makruzz\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Rs 100 charge per ticket\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>50% refund\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>No refund\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Full refund or free reschedule\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Nautika\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Small fee (varies)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Partial refund\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>No refund\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Full refund\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Green Ocean\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Partial refund (72+ hrs)\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>40% refund\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Zero\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Full refund\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>ITT Majestic\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Partial refund\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Partial\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Zero\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Full refund\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Government\u003C/strong>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Minimal cancellation fee\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Partial\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Zero\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Full refund\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>Two practical points:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Reschedule is often easier than cancel-and-rebook.\u003C/strong> Most operators allow one free reschedule for a small fee (Rs 150 + any fare difference). If your dates shift, reschedule rather than cancel — you keep the booking history.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Weather cancellations are full refund or free reschedule across the board.\u003C/strong> If your ferry is cancelled due to rough seas, you’ll get a full refund or be moved to the next available sailing. The catch: in monsoon, “next available” might be a different operator at a different time.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>For the Makruzz cancellation policy specifically: phone, fax, and email cancellations aren’t permitted — you must use the online cancellation flow on their site or your booking platform.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"common-booking-mistakes-travellers-make\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#common-booking-mistakes-travellers-make\">\u003Cspan>Common Booking Mistakes Travellers Make\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>After processing 50,000+ bookings, the same handful of mistakes show up over and over. Most are preventable in 30 seconds of double-checking.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"1-booking-same-day-flight-after-the-ferry\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#1-booking-same-day-flight-after-the-ferry\">\u003Cspan>1. Booking same-day flight after the ferry\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Don’t book a flight out of Port Blair on the same day as your return ferry. Buffer minimum 4-5 hours between ferry arrival at Port Blair and your flight. Better: stay overnight in Port Blair before flying.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The reason: ferries can run 30-90 minutes late even in peak season. Add 30-45 minutes for disembarking and getting through Haddo Jetty traffic. Then airport check-in time. Cutting it tight = stranded with a missed flight.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"2-mobilescreenshot-ticket-instead-of-printed\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#2-mobilescreenshot-ticket-instead-of-printed\">\u003Cspan>2. Mobile/screenshot ticket instead of printed\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>All operators reject mobile or screenshot tickets at the jetty. The “I’ll just show them my email” approach doesn’t work. Print before you leave for the jetty.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"3-photo-id-name-mismatch\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#3-photo-id-name-mismatch\">\u003Cspan>3. Photo ID name mismatch\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Booking under “Raj” but ID says “Rajesh” → refused. Always book using the full name as it appears on the photo ID you’ll carry.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"4-not-arriving-early-enough\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#4-not-arriving-early-enough\">\u003Cspan>4. Not arriving early enough\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>All operators close their boarding counters 15-30 minutes before departure. Counters close even earlier in peak season. Arrive at Haddo Jetty 60 minutes before departure (75-90 minutes during Dec-Feb peak).\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"5-booking-nautika-and-getting-the-wrong-vessel\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#5-booking-nautika-and-getting-the-wrong-vessel\">\u003Cspan>5. Booking Nautika and getting the wrong vessel\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Nautika has two operational vessels — Nautika and Nautika Pro Business Class. The Pro is significantly more premium (and expensive). When booking, \u003Cstrong>confirm the vessel name\u003C/strong> in your confirmation email. If you booked the Pro, the e-ticket should say “Nautika Pro” — if it just says “Nautika”, you got the original.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"6-forgetting-to-reconfirm-makruzz\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#6-forgetting-to-reconfirm-makruzz\">\u003Cspan>6. Forgetting to reconfirm Makruzz\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Makruzz specifically asks travellers to call and reconfirm one day before departure (03192-236677). Other operators don’t require this in peak season but may in monsoon. Check the confirmation email for any operator-specific reconfirmation instructions.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"7-carrying-single-use-plastic\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#7-carrying-single-use-plastic\">\u003Cspan>7. Carrying single-use plastic\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Single-use plastic is banned across the Andaman Islands — including ferry terminals. Plastic water bottles get confiscated at security check. Bring a reusable bottle.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"8-booking-same-name-for-two-passengers\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#8-booking-same-name-for-two-passengers\">\u003Cspan>8. Booking same name for two passengers\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>If you’re booking two travellers, each gets their own passenger entry with their own name + ID. Booking “Family of 4” under one name doesn’t work — every passenger needs their own ticket and ID.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"9-skipping-the-e-ticket-print-at-the-airport\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#9-skipping-the-e-ticket-print-at-the-airport\">\u003Cspan>9. Skipping the e-ticket print at the airport\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Travellers flying into Port Blair sometimes plan to print the ticket “in town” before heading to Haddo Jetty. There’s no convenient print shop between the airport and the jetty. Print at the airport business centre or use the cyber café at the jetty itself. Don’t assume there’s an option in between.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"10-booking-refundable-fares-only-when-they-matter\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#10-booking-refundable-fares-only-when-they-matter\">\u003Cspan>10. Booking refundable fares only when they matter\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Refundable fares cost 5-10% more but become essential when:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Travelling June-September (monsoon cancellation risk)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Tight onward connection (flight, train, hotel)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Trip booked 30+ days ahead (more chance of changes)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>For peak-season trips with a flexible buffer day, standard fares are fine.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"booking-from-abroad-foreign-traveller-notes\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#booking-from-abroad-foreign-traveller-notes\">\u003Cspan>Booking from Abroad: Foreign Traveller Notes\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Most of the booking process works the same for international travellers. A few things to know specifically.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"currency-and-payment\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#currency-and-payment\">\u003Cspan>Currency and payment\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>All major comparison platforms accept international Visa/Mastercard\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>USD, EUR, GBP, AUD displayed on most platforms — check the currency before paying\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Conversion is at your card’s rate (typically 2-3% above mid-market)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>UPI is India-only — international travellers can’t use it\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Some operators offer payment via Razorpay International — this works with most foreign cards\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"email-confirmation-timing\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#email-confirmation-timing\">\u003Cspan>Email confirmation timing\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Confirmation usually arrives within 60 seconds, but international travellers sometimes see it delayed by 2-5 minutes due to email server differences. If nothing arrives in 10 minutes, contact support — don’t assume it failed.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"rap-timing\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#rap-timing\">\u003Cspan>RAP timing\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Foreign travellers must collect their Restricted Area Permit at Port Blair Airport on arrival. The line is 30-45 minutes during peak season. Plan your arrival accordingly:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>If your flight lands at 11 AM, don’t book a 1 PM ferry from Haddo Jetty\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>90-minute buffer is the minimum; 2 hours is safer\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"language-at-the-jetty\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#language-at-the-jetty\">\u003Cspan>Language at the jetty\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Counter staff at all four operators speak English. The service quality varies — Makruzz and ITT Majestic counter staff are more consistently English-fluent. If your booking has any complications, having the email confirmation printed in English (most platforms default to this) helps.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"pre-trip-recommendations\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#pre-trip-recommendations\">\u003Cspan>Pre-trip recommendations\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Travel insurance\u003C/strong> — covers ferry cancellations specifically (rare to claim but cheap)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Local SIM with WhatsApp\u003C/strong> — most operators send confirmations and updates via WhatsApp\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Cash for the cyber café\u003C/strong> — Rs 20/page printing if you forget your ticket\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Light layer\u003C/strong> — AC cabins are cool. Not Arctic, but a thin cardigan helps\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"after-booking-what-happens-next\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#after-booking-what-happens-next\">\u003Cspan>After Booking: What Happens Next\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>You’ve paid, you have the e-ticket. Here’s the timeline from booking confirmation to actually being on the ferry.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"immediately-after-booking\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#immediately-after-booking\">\u003Cspan>Immediately after booking\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Email + WhatsApp with the e-ticket (PDF attachment)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>SMS with booking reference (optional, not all platforms)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Your booking is confirmed but seat allocation may not be final yet\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"48-hours-before-departure\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#48-hours-before-departure\">\u003Cspan>48 hours before departure\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Many operators send seat allocation via SMS, WhatsApp, or email\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Makruzz specifically opens seat selection 48 hours before departure\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Check this notification — sometimes seats change without it being obvious\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"24-hours-before-departure\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#24-hours-before-departure\">\u003Cspan>24 hours before departure\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>For Makruzz: call 03192-236677 to reconfirm if you haven’t already\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>For all operators: double-check the e-ticket print is legible and hasn’t smudged\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Confirm transportation to Haddo Jetty (15-20 minutes from Port Blair Airport by taxi)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"departure-day\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#departure-day\">\u003Cspan>Departure day\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>75-90 minutes early\u003C/strong> during Dec-Feb peak season\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>60 minutes early\u003C/strong> during regular periods\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Bring printed ticket + photo ID + RAP (foreigners)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Pack heavy items in hard-shell luggage (operators throw bags during loading)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Avoid single-use plastic — banned territory-wide\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"at-the-jetty\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#at-the-jetty\">\u003Cspan>At the jetty\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>ID + ticket check\u003C/strong> at the operator counter (15-20 minutes before boarding closes)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Luggage drop\u003C/strong> — handed to ground crew, stored in hold (no access during journey)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Boarding\u003C/strong> — vessel-specific. Makruzz boards via QR scan, others by manual ticket check\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Find your seat\u003C/strong> — if assigned, the seat number is on the ticket. If unassigned, first-come-first-seated within your class\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Departure\u003C/strong> — seas are calmer at morning slots. The crossing is approximately 90 minutes for fast catamarans (Makruzz, Nautika, ITT) or 2-2h 15m for Green Ocean\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"after-arrival\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#after-arrival\">\u003Cspan>After arrival\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Pickup transfers, hotel transport, and onward ferries can be booked separately. If your trip is PB → Havelock → Neil → PB, book all three legs in advance — connecting ferries don’t always have last-minute availability.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cblockquote>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Plan your full Andaman trip ferry-by-ferry\u003C/strong> at \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry.com\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003C/blockquote>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">\u003Cspan>Frequently Asked Questions\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"how-do-i-book-a-ferry-in-andaman\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-do-i-book-a-ferry-in-andaman\">\u003Cspan>How do I book a ferry in Andaman?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>The fastest way is through a comparison platform that books all four private Andaman ferry operators in one place. Search your route and date, compare prices across Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, and ITT Majestic, pay online with card or UPI, and print the e-ticket. The whole process takes 5-10 minutes. For government ferries, use the STARS e-ticketing portal at \u003Ccode>dss.andamannicobar.gov.in/eticketing\u003C/code> — but only 2 days in advance.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"can-i-book-andaman-ferry-tickets-online\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#can-i-book-andaman-ferry-tickets-online\">\u003Cspan>Can I book Andaman ferry tickets online?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Yes, you can book Andaman ferry tickets entirely online. All four private operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic) accept online bookings up to 60 days in advance, with payment via card, UPI, or net banking. Comparison platforms like BookYourFerry let you compare and book all of them in one place. Government ferries also book online via the STARS e-ticketing portal, but only 2 days ahead with limited tourist seats.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"how-do-i-book-government-ferry-in-andaman\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-do-i-book-government-ferry-in-andaman\">\u003Cspan>How do I book government ferry in Andaman?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Government ferry bookings happen through the STARS e-ticketing portal at \u003Ccode>dss.andamannicobar.gov.in/eticketing\u003C/code>. The booking window opens exactly 48 hours before departure for tourist quota. Register with your mobile number, search your route on the day the window opens, select seats fast (they fill within minutes), and complete payment within 10 minutes. Government ferries are roughly half the price of private operators (Rs 400-700 PB-Havelock) but tourist seats are extremely limited.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"how-early-should-i-book-andaman-ferry-tickets\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#how-early-should-i-book-andaman-ferry-tickets\">\u003Cspan>How early should I book Andaman ferry tickets?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Book 3-4 weeks ahead for peak season (December-February), 2-3 weeks for October-November, and 1-2 weeks for March-May. Christmas-New Year requires 4-6 weeks. Off-season (June-September) generally needs only 1 week, though refundable fares are recommended due to monsoon cancellation risk. Private operators open booking 60 days in advance, so booking earlier doesn’t cost more — it locks in your preferred time slot.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"what-documents-do-i-need-to-board-an-andaman-ferry\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#what-documents-do-i-need-to-board-an-andaman-ferry\">\u003Cspan>What documents do I need to board an Andaman ferry?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>You need a printed ticket (mobile screenshots are rejected) and a valid photo ID matching the booking name exactly. Accepted IDs: Aadhaar, passport, driving license, or voter ID. PAN card is not accepted. Foreign travellers also need their passport plus a Restricted Area Permit (RAP), which is issued free at Port Blair Airport on arrival and valid for 30 days. Citizens of Afghanistan, China, and Pakistan need prior Ministry of Home Affairs approval.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"can-i-cancel-or-reschedule-an-andaman-ferry-ticket\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#can-i-cancel-or-reschedule-an-andaman-ferry-ticket\">\u003Cspan>Can I cancel or reschedule an Andaman ferry ticket?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Yes, cancellation and reschedule are possible but the refund depends on timing. More than 48 hours ahead: small cancellation fee (Rs 100 for Makruzz). 24-48 hours ahead: 40-50% refund typically. Less than 24 hours: no refund. Weather cancellations from rough seas get full refund or free reschedule across all operators. Reschedule is usually easier than cancel-and-rebook — most operators allow one free reschedule for Rs 150 plus any fare difference.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"what-is-stars-e-ticketing-portal\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#what-is-stars-e-ticketing-portal\">\u003Cspan>What is STARS e-ticketing portal?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>STARS is the Andaman government’s e-ticketing portal at \u003Ccode>dss.andamannicobar.gov.in/eticketing\u003C/code> for booking government ferry tickets. It’s run by the Directorate of Shipping Services. Government ferries are significantly cheaper than private operators (Rs 400-700 vs Rs 1,100-3,400 for PB-Havelock) and run reliably through monsoon. The catch is the booking window opens only 48 hours before departure with very limited tourist quota seats that fill within minutes.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"do-i-need-a-printed-ticket-for-andaman-ferries\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#do-i-need-a-printed-ticket-for-andaman-ferries\">\u003Cspan>Do I need a printed ticket for Andaman ferries?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Yes, a printed ticket is mandatory for all private Andaman ferry operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic) and government ferries. Mobile tickets, screenshots, and PDF on phone are all rejected at the jetty. The cyber café at Haddo Jetty prints tickets for Rs 20 per page if you forget, but during peak season the queue can be long. Print before leaving for the jetty.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"are-andaman-ferry-tickets-refundable\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#are-andaman-ferry-tickets-refundable\">\u003Cspan>Are Andaman ferry tickets refundable?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Andaman ferry tickets are partially refundable depending on cancellation timing. Most operators offer 50-60% refund 24-48 hours before departure, partial refund up to 72 hours, and zero refund within 24 hours. Refundable-fare options cost 5-10% more but are essential for monsoon travel and tight onward connections. Weather cancellations always get full refund regardless of fare type.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3 id=\"which-is-the-best-site-to-book-andaman-ferries\" tabindex=\"-1\">\u003Ca class=\"header-anchor\" href=\"#which-is-the-best-site-to-book-andaman-ferries\">\u003Cspan>Which is the best site to book Andaman ferries?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>For most travellers, a comparison platform is best because it shows all four operators on one screen — saving you the time of checking each operator’s site individually. Operator-direct sites (\u003Ca href=\"http://makruzz.com\">makruzz.com\u003C/a>, \u003Ca href=\"http://gonautika.com\">gonautika.com\u003C/a>) sometimes have early-bird discounts. IRCTC Tourism is best if bundling with India Rail. Government ferries must be booked through the STARS portal. The right answer depends on your priorities: comparison for breadth, operator-direct for early-bird deals, government for cheapest fares.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>This guide is updated for 2026 based on 50,000+ bookings processed across all four private Andaman ferry operators plus government ferries. Last updated: May 2026. Prices and policies verified at publication — confirm with the operator before final booking.\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cblockquote>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Compare Andaman ferry prices across all 4 operators in one place\u003C/strong> at \u003Ca href=\"/\">BookYourFerry.com\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003C/blockquote>\n",[7,11,14,18,21,24,27,30,33,36,39,42,45,48,51,54,57,60,63,66,69,72,75,78,81,84,87,90,93,96,99,102,105,108,111,114,117,120,123,126,129,132,135,138,141,144,147,150,153,156,159,162,165,168,171,174,177,180,183,186,189,192,195],{"level":8,"id":9,"text":10},2,"the-short-version","The Short Version",{"level":8,"id":12,"text":13},"where-to-book-andaman-ferry-all-channels-compared","Where to Book Andaman Ferry: All Channels Compared",{"level":15,"id":16,"text":17},3,"where-should-you-book","Where should YOU book?",{"level":8,"id":19,"text":20},"step-by-step-booking-private-ferries-makruzz-nautika-green-ocean-itt-majestic","Step-by-Step: Booking Private Ferries (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic)",{"level":15,"id":22,"text":23},"step-1-search","Step 1: Search",{"level":15,"id":25,"text":26},"step-2-compare","Step 2: Compare",{"level":15,"id":28,"text":29},"step-3-select-seats-and-add-passenger-details","Step 3: Select seats and add passenger details",{"level":15,"id":31,"text":32},"step-4-pay","Step 4: Pay",{"level":15,"id":34,"text":35},"step-5-get-confirmation","Step 5: Get confirmation",{"level":15,"id":37,"text":38},"step-6-print-the-ticket","Step 6: Print the ticket",{"level":8,"id":40,"text":41},"step-by-step-booking-government-ferry-via-stars-portal","Step-by-Step: Booking Government Ferry via STARS Portal",{"level":15,"id":43,"text":44},"why-bother-with-stars","Why bother with STARS?",{"level":15,"id":46,"text":47},"why-most-travellers-cant-actually-book-government","Why most travellers can’t actually book government",{"level":15,"id":49,"text":50},"how-to-book-on-stars-portal","How to book on STARS portal",{"level":15,"id":52,"text":53},"government-ferry-travel-tip","Government ferry travel tip",{"level":8,"id":55,"text":56},"when-to-book-timing-the-booking-window","When to Book: Timing the Booking Window",{"level":15,"id":58,"text":59},"private-operators","Private operators",{"level":15,"id":61,"text":62},"government-ferry","Government ferry",{"level":15,"id":64,"text":65},"why-earlier-matters-more-during-peak-season","Why earlier matters more during peak season",{"level":8,"id":67,"text":68},"what-you-need-documents-id-foreign-traveller-requirements","What You Need: Documents, ID & Foreign Traveller Requirements",{"level":15,"id":70,"text":71},"for-indian-travellers","For Indian travellers",{"level":15,"id":73,"text":74},"for-foreign-travellers","For foreign travellers",{"level":15,"id":76,"text":77},"photo-id-name-match","Photo ID name match",{"level":8,"id":79,"text":80},"pricing-hidden-fees","Pricing & Hidden Fees",{"level":15,"id":82,"text":83},"standard-add-ons-across-all-private-operators","Standard add-ons across all private operators",{"level":15,"id":85,"text":86},"class-differences-within-an-operator","Class differences within an operator",{"level":15,"id":88,"text":89},"foreign-traveller-pricing","Foreign traveller pricing",{"level":8,"id":91,"text":92},"cancellation-reschedule-refunds","Cancellation, Reschedule & Refunds",{"level":8,"id":94,"text":95},"common-booking-mistakes-travellers-make","Common Booking Mistakes Travellers Make",{"level":15,"id":97,"text":98},"1-booking-same-day-flight-after-the-ferry","1. Booking same-day flight after the ferry",{"level":15,"id":100,"text":101},"2-mobilescreenshot-ticket-instead-of-printed","2. Mobile/screenshot ticket instead of printed",{"level":15,"id":103,"text":104},"3-photo-id-name-mismatch","3. Photo ID name mismatch",{"level":15,"id":106,"text":107},"4-not-arriving-early-enough","4. Not arriving early enough",{"level":15,"id":109,"text":110},"5-booking-nautika-and-getting-the-wrong-vessel","5. Booking Nautika and getting the wrong vessel",{"level":15,"id":112,"text":113},"6-forgetting-to-reconfirm-makruzz","6. Forgetting to reconfirm Makruzz",{"level":15,"id":115,"text":116},"7-carrying-single-use-plastic","7. Carrying single-use plastic",{"level":15,"id":118,"text":119},"8-booking-same-name-for-two-passengers","8. Booking same name for two passengers",{"level":15,"id":121,"text":122},"9-skipping-the-e-ticket-print-at-the-airport","9. Skipping the e-ticket print at the airport",{"level":15,"id":124,"text":125},"10-booking-refundable-fares-only-when-they-matter","10. Booking refundable fares only when they matter",{"level":8,"id":127,"text":128},"booking-from-abroad-foreign-traveller-notes","Booking from Abroad: Foreign Traveller Notes",{"level":15,"id":130,"text":131},"currency-and-payment","Currency and payment",{"level":15,"id":133,"text":134},"email-confirmation-timing","Email confirmation timing",{"level":15,"id":136,"text":137},"rap-timing","RAP timing",{"level":15,"id":139,"text":140},"language-at-the-jetty","Language at the jetty",{"level":15,"id":142,"text":143},"pre-trip-recommendations","Pre-trip recommendations",{"level":8,"id":145,"text":146},"after-booking-what-happens-next","After Booking: What Happens Next",{"level":15,"id":148,"text":149},"immediately-after-booking","Immediately after booking",{"level":15,"id":151,"text":152},"48-hours-before-departure","48 hours before departure",{"level":15,"id":154,"text":155},"24-hours-before-departure","24 hours before departure",{"level":15,"id":157,"text":158},"departure-day","Departure day",{"level":15,"id":160,"text":161},"at-the-jetty","At the jetty",{"level":15,"id":163,"text":164},"after-arrival","After arrival",{"level":8,"id":166,"text":167},"frequently-asked-questions","Frequently Asked Questions",{"level":15,"id":169,"text":170},"how-do-i-book-a-ferry-in-andaman","How do I book a ferry in Andaman?",{"level":15,"id":172,"text":173},"can-i-book-andaman-ferry-tickets-online","Can I book Andaman ferry tickets online?",{"level":15,"id":175,"text":176},"how-do-i-book-government-ferry-in-andaman","How do I book government ferry in Andaman?",{"level":15,"id":178,"text":179},"how-early-should-i-book-andaman-ferry-tickets","How early should I book Andaman ferry tickets?",{"level":15,"id":181,"text":182},"what-documents-do-i-need-to-board-an-andaman-ferry","What documents do I need to board an Andaman ferry?",{"level":15,"id":184,"text":185},"can-i-cancel-or-reschedule-an-andaman-ferry-ticket","Can I cancel or reschedule an Andaman ferry ticket?",{"level":15,"id":187,"text":188},"what-is-stars-e-ticketing-portal","What is STARS e-ticketing portal?",{"level":15,"id":190,"text":191},"do-i-need-a-printed-ticket-for-andaman-ferries","Do I need a printed ticket for Andaman ferries?",{"level":15,"id":193,"text":194},"are-andaman-ferry-tickets-refundable","Are Andaman ferry tickets refundable?",{"level":15,"id":196,"text":197},"which-is-the-best-site-to-book-andaman-ferries","Which is the best site to book Andaman ferries?",[199,201,203,205,207,209,211,213,215,217],{"question":170,"answer":200},"The fastest way is through a comparison platform that books all four private Andaman ferry operators in one place. Search your route and date, compare prices across Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, and ITT Majestic, pay online with card or UPI, and print the e-ticket. The whole process takes 5-10 minutes. For government ferries, use the STARS e-ticketing portal at dss.andamannicobar.gov.in/eticketing — but only 2 days in advance.",{"question":173,"answer":202},"Yes, you can book Andaman ferry tickets entirely online. All four private operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic) accept online bookings up to 60 days in advance, with payment via card, UPI, or net banking. Comparison platforms like BookYourFerry let you compare and book all of them in one place. Government ferries also book online via the STARS e-ticketing portal, but only 2 days ahead with limited tourist seats.",{"question":176,"answer":204},"Government ferry bookings happen through the STARS e-ticketing portal at dss.andamannicobar.gov.in/eticketing . The booking window opens exactly 48 hours before departure for tourist quota. Register with your mobile number, search your route on the day the window opens, select seats fast (they fill within minutes), and complete payment within 10 minutes. Government ferries are roughly half the price of private operators (Rs 400-700 PB-Havelock) but tourist seats are extremely limited.",{"question":179,"answer":206},"Book 3-4 weeks ahead for peak season (December-February), 2-3 weeks for October-November, and 1-2 weeks for March-May. Christmas-New Year requires 4-6 weeks. Off-season (June-September) generally needs only 1 week, though refundable fares are recommended due to monsoon cancellation risk. Private operators open booking 60 days in advance, so booking earlier doesn’t cost more — it locks in your preferred time slot.",{"question":182,"answer":208},"You need a printed ticket (mobile screenshots are rejected) and a valid photo ID matching the booking name exactly. Accepted IDs: Aadhaar, passport, driving license, or voter ID. PAN card is not accepted. Foreign travellers also need their passport plus a Restricted Area Permit (RAP), which is issued free at Port Blair Airport on arrival and valid for 30 days. Citizens of Afghanistan, China, and Pakistan need prior Ministry of Home Affairs approval.",{"question":185,"answer":210},"Yes, cancellation and reschedule are possible but the refund depends on timing. More than 48 hours ahead: small cancellation fee (Rs 100 for Makruzz). 24-48 hours ahead: 40-50% refund typically. Less than 24 hours: no refund. Weather cancellations from rough seas get full refund or free reschedule across all operators. Reschedule is usually easier than cancel-and-rebook — most operators allow one free reschedule for Rs 150 plus any fare difference.",{"question":188,"answer":212},"STARS is the Andaman government’s e-ticketing portal at dss.andamannicobar.gov.in/eticketing for booking government ferry tickets. It’s run by the Directorate of Shipping Services. Government ferries are significantly cheaper than private operators (Rs 400-700 vs Rs 1,100-3,400 for PB-Havelock) and run reliably through monsoon. The catch is the booking window opens only 48 hours before departure with very limited tourist quota seats that fill within minutes.",{"question":191,"answer":214},"Yes, a printed ticket is mandatory for all private Andaman ferry operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic) and government ferries. Mobile tickets, screenshots, and PDF on phone are all rejected at the jetty. The cyber café at Haddo Jetty prints tickets for Rs 20 per page if you forget, but during peak season the queue can be long. Print before leaving for the jetty.",{"question":194,"answer":216},"Andaman ferry tickets are partially refundable depending on cancellation timing. Most operators offer 50-60% refund 24-48 hours before departure, partial refund up to 72 hours, and zero refund within 24 hours. Refundable-fare options cost 5-10% more but are essential for monsoon travel and tight onward connections. Weather cancellations always get full refund regardless of fare type.",{"question":197,"answer":218},"For most travellers, a comparison platform is best because it shows all four operators on one screen — saving you the time of checking each operator’s site individually. Operator-direct sites ( makruzz.com , gonautika.com ) sometimes have early-bird discounts. IRCTC Tourism is best if bundling with India Rail. Government ferries must be booked through the STARS portal. The right answer depends on your priorities: comparison for breadth, operator-direct for early-bird deals, government for cheapest fares. This guide is updated for 2026 based on 50,000+ bookings processed across all four private Andaman ferry operators plus government ferries. Last updated: May 2026. Prices and policies verified at publication — confirm with the operator before final booking. Compare Andaman ferry prices across all 4 operators in one place at BookYourFerry.com",{"title":220,"description":221,"canonical":222,"ogTitle":223,"ogDescription":224,"ogImage":225,"schemaType":226,"datePublished":227,"dateModified":227},"How to Book Andaman Ferry: Complete 2026 Guide (Pvt + Govt)","Complete guide to book Andaman ferry online in 2026. Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT prices + STARS govt portal. Documents, refunds, mistakes.","https://www.bookyourferry.com/how-to-book-andaman-ferry","How to Book Andaman Ferry: Complete 2026 Guide (Private + Government)","Step-by-step Andaman ferry booking guide for 2026. All 4 private operators + STARS government portal. Documents, prices, refunds, common mistakes.","/images/articles/general/full/jetty_waiting_area.webp","Article","2026-05-04",{"slug":4,"title":220,"description":221,"category":229,"author":230,"publishedDate":227,"updatedDate":227,"readTime":231,"image":225,"imageMedium":232,"imageAlt":233,"tags":234,"status":242,"pillar":243,"relatedSlugs":244},"Prices & Booking","BookYourFerry Team","23 min read","/images/articles/general/medium/jetty_waiting_area.webp","Haddo Jetty Port Blair ferry booking and boarding for Andaman Islands",[235,236,237,238,239,240,241],"how to book andaman ferry","book ferry andaman","andaman ferry booking online","how to book government ferry in andaman","STARS portal","andaman ferry guide","book andaman ferry tickets","published",true,[245,246,247,248,249,250,251,252,253,254,255,256],"andaman-ferry-booking","port-blair-to-havelock-ferry","itt-majestic-ferry","havelock-to-neil-island-ferry","government-ferry-andaman","best-time-to-visit-andaman","makruzz-vs-nautika-vs-green-ocean","andaman-ferry-prices","andaman-ferry-schedule","makruzz-ferry","nautika-ferry","green-ocean-ferry",[258,261,280,294,310,325,341,351,365,379,392,402,415],{"slug":4,"title":220,"description":221,"category":229,"author":230,"publishedDate":227,"updatedDate":227,"readTime":231,"image":225,"imageMedium":232,"imageAlt":233,"tags":259,"status":242,"pillar":243,"relatedSlugs":260},[235,236,237,238,239,240,241],[245,246,247,248,249,250,251,252,253,254,255,256],{"slug":250,"title":262,"description":263,"category":264,"author":230,"publishedDate":265,"updatedDate":265,"readTime":266,"image":267,"imageMedium":268,"imageAlt":269,"tags":270,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":279},"Best Time to Visit Andaman Islands 2026: Month-by-Month Guide","Best time to visit Andaman: November-February — calm seas, full ferry schedule. Month-by-month weather, ferry cancellation rates & honeymoon tips. 2026.","Travel Guide","2026-05-03","19 min read","/images/articles/green-ocean/full/green_ocean_1_aerial.webp","/images/articles/green-ocean/medium/green_ocean_1_aerial.webp","Aerial view of Andaman ferry crossing turquoise waters in peak season",[271,272,273,274,275,276,277],"best time to visit andaman","andaman weather","andaman in december","andaman monsoon","andaman honeymoon","andaman with family","month by month",false,[245,247,249,4,251,253,252,246,248,254,255,256],{"slug":251,"title":281,"description":282,"category":283,"author":230,"publishedDate":265,"updatedDate":265,"readTime":266,"image":225,"imageMedium":232,"imageAlt":284,"tags":285,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":293},"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.","Ferry Operators","Makruzz Nautika and Green Ocean ferries at Haddo Jetty Port Blair",[286,287,288,289,290,291,292],"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",[245,246,248,249,4,250,254,255,256,247,252,253],{"slug":252,"title":295,"description":296,"category":229,"author":230,"publishedDate":297,"updatedDate":297,"readTime":266,"image":298,"imageMedium":299,"imageAlt":300,"tags":301,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":309},"Andaman Ferry Prices 2026: All Operators & Class Compare","Complete Andaman ferry prices 2026: Rs 400-3,400 across all 5 operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT, Govt). Hidden costs, class compare & savings tips.","2026-04-28","/images/articles/general/ferry_boarding_waiting_area.webp","/images/articles/general/medium/ferry_boarding_waiting_area.webp","Andaman ferry ticket counter at Haddo Jetty Port Blair with passengers buying tickets",[302,303,304,305,306,307,308],"andaman ferry prices","andaman ferry ticket price","port blair to havelock ferry price","andaman ferry fare","makruzz ferry price","nautika ferry price","cheapest ferry andaman",[245,248,4,251,250,253,254,255,256,247,249,246],{"slug":253,"title":311,"description":312,"category":229,"author":230,"publishedDate":313,"updatedDate":227,"readTime":314,"image":298,"imageMedium":299,"imageAlt":315,"tags":316,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":324},"Andaman Ferry Schedule & Timings 2026: All 4 Operators","Complete Andaman ferry schedule 2026: 16 daily PB-Havelock departures, all 5 operators (Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT, Govt). Timings, prices, route tips.","2026-04-25","13 min read","Andaman ferry departing Haddo Jetty Port Blair at sunrise with morning travelers boarding",[317,318,319,320,321,322,323],"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",[245,4,251,250,252,246,248,254,255,256,247,249],{"slug":248,"title":326,"description":327,"category":328,"author":230,"publishedDate":329,"updatedDate":330,"readTime":331,"image":332,"imageMedium":232,"imageAlt":333,"tags":334,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":340},"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.","Ferry Routes","2026-03-08","2026-03-14","14 min read","/images/articles/general/jetty_waiting_area.webp","Passengers waiting at Havelock jetty for Neil Island ferry",[335,336,337,338,339],"havelock to neil island ferry","havelock neil ferry price","havelock neil ferry schedule","neil island ferry booking","andaman ferry route",[245,249,4,251,250,253,252,246,254,255,256,247],{"slug":249,"title":342,"description":343,"category":264,"author":230,"publishedDate":329,"updatedDate":330,"readTime":331,"image":298,"imageMedium":299,"imageAlt":344,"tags":345,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":350},"Government Ferry vs Private Ferry: Complete Andaman Guide 2026","Government ferry Andaman costs Rs 630-920 vs private Rs 1,100-3,200. Compare booking, routes, comfort & schedules. Save Rs 10,000+ or get premium comfort.","Passengers boarding ferry at Haddo Jetty Andaman Islands",[346,347,348,288,349],"government ferry andaman","govt ferry booking","government vs private ferry andaman","DSS ferry andaman",[245,4,251,250,253,252,246,248,254,255,256,247],{"slug":255,"title":352,"description":353,"category":283,"author":230,"publishedDate":354,"updatedDate":330,"readTime":331,"image":355,"imageMedium":356,"imageAlt":357,"tags":358,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":364},"Nautika Ferry Review 2026: Is It Worth the Premium Price?","Honest Nautika ferry review for 2026: Rs 1,900 vs competitors. 12% fewer cancellations, modern comfort. Compare prices and book the best Andaman ferry today.","2026-03-02","/images/articles/nautika/nautika_exterior.webp","/images/articles/nautika/medium/nautika_exterior.webp","Nautika ferry catamaran at Port Blair Andaman Islands",[359,360,361,362,363],"nautika ferry","nautika review","nautika vs makruzz","andaman ferry operator","nautika pro business class",[245,247,248,249,4,251,250,253,252,246,254,256],{"slug":256,"title":366,"description":367,"category":283,"author":230,"publishedDate":354,"updatedDate":330,"readTime":368,"image":369,"imageMedium":370,"imageAlt":371,"tags":372,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":378},"Green Ocean Ferry: Complete Review + Booking Guide 2026","Green Ocean ferry offers Andaman's cheapest private ferry (Rs 1,100) with unique open deck experience. Honest review, 2026 prices, schedule & booking tips.","12 min read","/images/articles/green-ocean/green_ocean_1_exterior.webp","/images/articles/green-ocean/medium/green_ocean_1_exterior.webp","Green Ocean 1 ferry exterior at Port Blair Andaman Islands",[373,374,375,376,377],"green ocean ferry","green ocean andaman","budget ferry andaman","green ocean booking","open deck ferry",[245,248,249,4,251,250,253,252,246,254,255,247],{"slug":247,"title":380,"description":381,"category":283,"author":230,"publishedDate":354,"updatedDate":330,"readTime":331,"image":382,"imageMedium":383,"imageAlt":384,"tags":385,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":391},"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",[386,387,388,389,390],"itt majestic","itt majestic ferry","itt majestic andaman","mid-range ferry andaman","silver class ferry",[245,248,249,4,251,250,253,252,246,254,255,256],{"slug":246,"title":393,"description":394,"category":328,"author":230,"publishedDate":354,"updatedDate":227,"readTime":368,"image":332,"imageMedium":232,"imageAlt":395,"tags":396,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":401},"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.","Haddo Jetty waiting area for Port Blair to Havelock ferry departure",[397,398,399,400,339],"port blair to havelock ferry","port blair havelock ferry schedule","port blair havelock ferry price","havelock ferry booking",[245,249,4,251,250,253,252,254,255,256,247,248],{"slug":245,"title":403,"description":404,"category":264,"author":230,"publishedDate":405,"updatedDate":330,"readTime":406,"image":298,"imageMedium":299,"imageAlt":344,"tags":407,"status":242,"pillar":243,"relatedSlugs":414},"Andaman Ferry Booking 2026: Compare All 4 Operators","Book Andaman ferry tickets online. Compare Makruzz, Nautika, Green Ocean, ITT live prices. 50,000+ travelers served. Zero booking fees, instant confirmation.","2026-02-27","15 min read",[408,409,410,411,412,413],"andaman ferry booking","ferry booking andaman","andaman ferry ticket booking","port blair","havelock","neil island",[252,253,246,248,254,255,256,247,249,250,251,4],{"slug":254,"title":416,"description":417,"category":283,"author":230,"publishedDate":405,"updatedDate":330,"readTime":368,"image":418,"imageMedium":419,"imageAlt":420,"tags":421,"status":242,"pillar":278,"relatedSlugs":426},"Makruzz Ferry Review 2026: Premium, Deluxe & Royal Class Compared","Complete Makruzz ferry review 2026. Compare Premium (Rs 1,250-1,775), Deluxe (Rs 2,180-2,300), Royal (Rs 2,940-3,150) classes. Fleet, schedules & booking tips.","/images/articles/makruzz/makruzz_exterior_2.webp","/images/articles/makruzz/medium/makruzz_exterior_2.webp","MV Makruzz ferry catamaran docked at Port Blair Andaman",[422,423,424,362,425],"makruzz ferry","makruzz premium vs royal","makruzz booking","havelock ferry",[245,247,248,249,4,251,250,253,252,246,255,256],1778263290772]