Overview
Take a full-day trip from Havelock to Lalaji Bay, Long Island by direct boat. The journey takes around 6–8 hours, including approximately 2 hours each way by boat.
The trip includes hotel pickup, a light breakfast, safety briefing, beach time at Lalaji Bay and guided snorkelling in 4–8 metres of water. The reef may feature corals and tropical fish such as parrotfish, butterflyfish, snappers and surgeonfish. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
A hot lunch is served onboard, with water, juice and fruit. If weather and sea conditions allow, a 30-minute mangrove creek paddle may also be included.
The trip is family-friendly with a minimum age of 5 years. Life jackets are provided, and swimming is not required for the boat journey. The route and activities depend on sea and weather conditions, with the captain making the final decision.
Itinerary
- Day 1
Long Island & Lalaji Bay Day Trip
- Early morning pickup from your Havelock hotel.
- Transfer to the jetty and safety briefing.
- Direct boat journey to Long Island.
- Arrive at Lalaji Bay and land on the beach.
- Enjoy beach time, walking and swimming in suitable conditions.
- Snorkel near the southern point of the bay.
- Return to the boat for a hot onboard lunch.
- Take a short mangrove creek paddle if weather and water conditions allow.
- Cruise back to Havelock.
- Hotel drop-off.
Difficulty and fitness
Basic fitness for boat travel, beach walking and snorkeling.
- Light walking and swimming practice are recommended.
What to bring
- Wear swimwear under your clothes.
- Carry a towel and dry change of clothes.
- Apply reef-safe sunscreen.
- Carry sunglasses and a hat.
- Carry a light windproof layer for the boat ride.
- Bring a valid photo ID.
- Carry cash for the Forest Department permit fee.
Essentials
- Swimwear, towel, dry clothes, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, sunhat, light windproof layer and valid photo ID.
Getting there
Hotel pickup from Havelock followed by transfer to the departure jetty.
Reach Havelock Island by ferry or other permitted transport from Port Blair or another Andaman destination. The package includes hotel pickup in Havelock, followed by transfer to the departure jetty. The direct boat then travels to Lalaji Bay on Long Island.
Trip details
Included
- Direct return boat
- Havelock hotel pickup/drop
- Snorkeling equipment
- Life jackets
- Beach landing
- Breakfast
- Hot lunch and drinks
- Guide and crew
- GoPro photos/videos
- Safety equipment
Not included
- Forest Department permit fee
- GST
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Optional add-ons
- Unlisted services
Before you book
- A direct boat journey takes about 2 hours each way.
- Snorkeling is approximately 4–8 metres deep at the described reef.
- Wildlife and marine-life sightings are not guaranteed.
- A Forest Department permit is required and paid separately.
- Bring a valid photo ID for the permit.
- Weather cancellations may result in rescheduling or refund according to the operator's policy.
Safety notes
- Wear a life jacket when instructed.
- Follow the captain and guide's instructions.
- Stay with the group during beach and snorkeling activities.
- Do not approach or touch wildlife.
- Maintain a safe distance from any crocodile or other wildlife.
- Follow designated beach and Forest Department rules.
- Sea conditions may change during the trip.
- The captain has the final decision regarding departure and route safety.
Participant requirements
Name, age, contact number, ID details and booking date.
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