Complete Steps on Chennai to Andaman Ship Ticket Booking 2021

Chennai to Andaman ship ticket booking: If you are planning a cruise to Andaman from chennai then this Andaman ship ticket booking will guide you on how to book Chennai to Andaman by ship.

Many of us would have heard about reaching Andaman Islands by ship. We would have tried to but it would have been possible for very few. That’s because of the travel time taken from Indian mainland to Andaman Islands, Andaman ship fare, Ship route, Booking a ship ticket trip to Andaman Islands, Accommodation facilities queries, How food in Andaman islands will be like etc…

Chennai to Andaman Ship Ticket Booking

Nicobar and Andaman islands are the top 10 destination for Tamil Nadu people and foreign tourists because of its stunning beaches and water activities.

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Even though Andaman flight rate is similar and you decide to reach Andaman Islands as a budget trip then you can cruise to Port Blair by ship. In the bay of bengal your deep sea cruising experience trip to Andaman will definitely be mesmerizing. I will post Andaman ship journey experience and all the information about the trip for sure this post will make your cruise from Chennai dream possible. Summer vacation offer: best swimsuits to hide tummy bulge.

Answers regarding Corona pandemic lockdown and Andaman cruise booking: Ships are available to book to the Islands and had to be done offline.

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How to book Chennai to Port Blair Ship Ticket

Chennai to Andaman Ship Ticket Booking

There are only 3 cruise to Andaman and they are :

Kolkata to Andaman, Chennai to Andaman and Vizag to Andaman. In this post let’s see how to reach Port Blair which is the capital through Andaman ship.

Two Andaman Travel ships cruise from Chennai port to the Andaman Islands are M.V.Swaraj Dweep and M.V.Nancowry.

Andaman Ship Schedule :

Andaman Ship Schedule and departure information for each month is officially published in newspapers such as the Daily Telegraph and on the Department of Shipping’s website, www.andaman.gov.in & www.shipindia.com.

Mode of transportation in Andaman for is mostly by ship and those day cruise tickets can be booked through agents after you reach Andaman.

Total time taken to cruise to Andaman is 3 Days & 4 Nights. For example, if your ship departs on the evening of the 1st, it will reach the Andamans at noon on the 4th and this is the cruise travel time. There is not much difference in the total time taken for Andaman cruise travel from chennai in both M.V.Swaraj Dweep and M.V.Nancowry.

The cruise departure date will be announced shortly before. This means that the itinerary for March will be published at the end of February, making it difficult to plan a month in Advance.

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The start date of ticket booking will also be mentioned in the itinerary. Ticket Issuance Ticket counters of the Andaman Shipping Directorate are located on the second floor of The Shipping Corporation of India office at the Port of Chennai. Open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tickets are available if you go there, fill in the application form and submit a copy of Address proof of your location.

Phone number for ticket details: 044-25226873

Andaman Ship Fare :

Andaman(Port Blair) A / C Bunk class ship ticket price: 

Rs.2502 This is the initial minimum fare. Meal charges are separate. The coupon for food will cost Rs.300 per meal for the entire cruise. This class will be in the basement of the ship. Upstairs there are hundreds of beds in one place. There will be a public bathroom and a separate dining area for them. Mostly this class is used by low income Andaman Islanders and small traders. For Andaman Island people this class fee is only Rs.920. Half the fare in other classes as well. It is best to skip this Bunk Class class if you are coming to enjoy cruise as a tourist.

Andaman(Port Blair) 2nd Class Bed Room Cabin ship ticket price:

This cabin in ship costs Rs. 6422 This is the next class fare. From here, things get trickier, and this is where the true luxury begins! In this class there will be six beds upstairs with 6 people sharing a room. The attached toilets are normal. As far as food is concerned everyone from this class to first class will be served the same quality food in the same restaurant. Fees for meals are separate. You have to pay Rs.500 for all meals of travel days. This is a great class for those who go out as friends. The class I traveled to is also a little uncomfortable public bathroom otherwise ok.

Chennai to Port Blair 1st Class Cabin: 

Rs.8082 This is a great class for family travelers. This room cabin in ship with four beds for up to 4 people can be further downstairs with attached toilets facility. Meals in 1st class cabin will be served in a special dining hall for the upper class as mentioned above.

Cruise from Chennai to Port Blair in A Deluxe Cabin: 

A Deluxe cabin price is Rs.9752 and deluxe cabin is the highest class of the ship. This cabin in ship is slightly larger and slightly more luxurious like hotel suites with up to 2 separate beds located on the top floor for two to share. Food will be served in the hall for the aforementioned upper classes. There is no separate restaurant for this. Ideal for loneliness seekers and honeymooners.

Where is the boarding point for the ship to Andaman?

Near the W. Chidambaranar statue located near the office where the ticket was taken at 1:30 pm on the day of departure of the ship. From there the government bus will take us inside the port and drop us off at the checkpoint. Items will be tested and allowed on board. Don’t forget to carry a proof scan copy. Alcohol and cigarettes are not allowed. A person can carry 40 kg of belongings. The doors will close and the ship will depart at exactly 4 p.m. 

If you have any queries on Chennai to Andaman Ship Ticket Bookings then ask us in the comments.

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44 thoughts on “Complete Steps on Chennai to Andaman Ship Ticket Booking 2021”

  1. I cANT FIND THE SHIP SCHEDULE JAN 2021, FEB 2021?

    CAN YOU PLEASE HELP ME WITH ANY CONTACT NUMBER OF THE CONCERN AUTHORIZES. Will you please tell me the ships are sailing between these months or due to covid-19 the sailing is restricted.

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  2. I am planning to go from Chennai to Portblair on December 2021 by MV Swaraj Deep. Where can I find the exact date of departure. Is there any trusted booking agent where ticket can be bought Online. Thank you very much.

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  3. How to book a ticket from Chennai to Port Blair and what’s the procedure for booking the ticket..?? …planing to book ticket in deluxe cabin for this new year 2022 celebration in Andaman.
    Please provide me the details ASAP..!!

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  4. Price of cabin or bed that is from 2500 to 9500 is for single night or entire journey??
    Also, if we book deluxe cabin, how much will it charge for per person per meal?

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  5. Hello Theera Ulaa, is there a ship that sail back from port blair to chennai? And on what date and time will it sail back to chennai? Please reply if you’re aware of date and time. Thank you!

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  6. HELLO
    WHERE IS THE TICKET OFFICE A CHENNAI PORT? WHATS THE ADRESS?

    CAN I RETURN TO CHENNAI BY FERRY FROM PORT BLAIR? WHAT IS THE ADRESS OF MAIN PORT IN PORT BLAIR TO BUY THE TICKET?

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  7. URGENT…I WANT TO FIND OUT AS A FOREIGN TOURIST:
    – WHERE CAN I BUY CHENNAI TO PORT BLAIR FERRY OR SHIP TICKET IN CHENNAI?
    – CAN YOU TELL ME HOW MANY SHIPS PER WEEK?
    – HOW DO I GET TO CHENNAI PORT COUNTER OFFICE FROM CHENNAI METRO ? WHICH METRO STATION NEAR TO CHENNAI PORT?
    -DO THEY SPEAK ENGLISH AT CHENNAI PORT
    – WHERE IS SITUATED TICKET IFFICE FROM NEAREST METRO STATION?
    – CAN I BUY A TICKET STILL IF IM NOT INDIAN CITIZEN JUST A TOURIST?

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  8. ANOTHER QUESTION:

    – WHICH PORT OR PLACE WILL I ARRIVE IN PORT BLAIR?

    – CAN I BUY A RETURN TICKET CHENNAI- PORT BLAIR
    PORT BLAIR – CHENNAI
    IN ADVANCE??

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  9. Hi,
    We are planning to take cruise from chennal to Andaman.

    Planned travel date is 7th February

    Could you please help us know how can we book the tickets.

    I am based out of Bangalore.
    So physicall visiting the office doesn’t seem to be flexible. Please let me know if any other way

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