Question 1

Where do ferries to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands leave from?

Accepted Answer

From Kolkata to Port Blair (4 days, once a month), Chennai to Port Blair (3 days, once a month) and Visakhapatnam to Port Blair (3 days, once a month).

Question 2

Which ferry companies sail in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

Accepted Answer

Directorate of Shipping Services (Andaman and Nicobar): from Kolkata, Chennai and Visakhapatnam. Makruzz: Port Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island. Green Ocean: Port Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island. Nautika: Port Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island. Island Tourist Boat Operators Association: North Bay Island, Port Blair and Ross Island. ITT Majestic: Port Blair, Havelock Island and Neil Island.

Question 3

Can I take my car on a ferry in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

Accepted Answer

Partly. Kolkata to Port Blair, Chennai to Port Blair, Visakhapatnam to Port Blair, Port Blair to Bamboo Flat and Middle Strait to Baratang take cars; every other line is for foot passengers only.

Question 4

Do ferries in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands run all year?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Directorate of Shipping Services (Andaman and Nicobar), Makruzz and three other companies sail all year round; some lines are seasonal. Port Blair to Barren Island runs December to March.