Book Port Blair to Neil Island - Nautika Ferry

Is a holiday in Andaman even complete without a trip to the exotic Neil islands? Undoubtedly one of the most visited islands on the Andamans, Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) is a must visit place. Naturally, everyone going for an Andaman island experience spends 2-3 days in Neil and for this, they take ferries.

The Nautika Ferry, a recent addition to the Andaman waters and cruising  since 2022, has quickly gained a reputation as the fastest young catamaran in the region. Authorized by Bureau Veritas, the Nautika ferry is widely trusted for its comfort and safety on the water. 

Nautika Ferry Fleet: Nautika and Nautika Lite

Nautika

NAUTIKA in Andaman has stood as a renowned private ferry since 2022. Crafted at Penguin Shipyard in Singapore and launched in October 2021, Nautika is an impressive 33-meter-long catamaran featuring two fully air-conditioned decks for the comfortable accommodation of 285 passengers. Adhering to international speed standards at 30 knots, the Nautika ferry provides a luxurious onboard experience with luxurious interiors and great entertainment options, including live music and dance, ensuring passengers are never bored during their journey.

Seating Arrangements

The NAUTIKA ferry has two luxurious and fully air-conditioned decks designed to accommodate 285 passengers. These decks, namely the Upper Deck and the Lower Deck, are classified into two seating categories, each featuring comfortable plush seats for a relaxing journey.

• Royal   – Upper deck with 92 premium pushback seats that offer more legroom and a wider view of the sea.
• Luxury – Lower deck with 188 plush seats and offers a pleasant view of the sea through its large windows.

Nautika Lite

The former Sealink ferry now rebranded and upgraded as Nautika Lite, introduced the mono-hull ferry in 2018. Adhering to the highest safety and luxury standards, Nautika Lite sails at a speed of 23 knots, providing travelers in the Andaman Islands with a great cruise experience. fully air-conditioned and thoughtfully designed, Nautika Lite also offers onboard entertainment, ensuring an enjoyable experience while cruising on the water.

Seating Arrangements

The Nautika Lite ferry has two luxurious and fully air-conditioned decks designed to accommodate 200 passengers. These decks, namely the Upper Deck and the Lower Deck, are classified into two seating categories, each featuring comfortable plush seats for a relaxing journey.

• Royal   – Upper deck with 27 premium pushback seats that offer more legroom and a wider view of the sea.
• Luxury – Lower deck with 173 plush seats and offers a pleasant view of the sea through its large windows.

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Facilities and Amenities

1. Cafeteria –  Nautika ferries are equipped with a fully stocked modern cafeteria, offering a variety of hot and cold beverages, as well as a selection of packaged foods. You can enjoy your journey without any concerns about mid-cruise cravings.

2. Entertainment – Nautika Ferries offers a lively dance floor featuring live music. The entire vessel is equipped for an enhanced music experience, allowing travelers to join in the musical excitement with their loved ones during the ferry journey and create cherished memories.

3. Air–conditioned -Nautika ferries are fully Air-conditioned with tinted windows ensuring a cool and comfortable journey for passengers.

4. On-board Assistance – From the time you board till you get off the cruise, the crew will be there for you all the time to assist you with any service on board. If you feel dizzy or nauseous just ask for help from them they will assist you at the earliest.

5. Washroom – All Nautika ferries facilitate passengers with hygienic and equipped washrooms.

Nautika Ferry Routes and Destinations

Port Blair to Havelock by Nautika- The distance of 38 Nautical Miles is covered by Nautika in 90 minutes and by Nautika Lite in 120 minutes . The tickets start from INR 950. 3 Nautika and Nautika Lite ferries of Sealink function daily from Port Blair to Havelock at 6:30 am, 7:30 am, and 12:15 pm.

Havelock to Neil Island by Nautika- The distance of 18 Nautical Miles is covered by Nautika in 45 minutes. The tickets start from INR 1500. 2 Nautika ferries function daily from Havelock to Neil Island at 9:30 am, and 3 pm.

1. Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) by Nautika
2. Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) to Port Blair by Nautika
3. Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) to Port Blair by Nautika
4. Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) to Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) by Nautika
5. Port Blair to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) by Nautika

How to book Nautika Ferry?

Nautika online booking is made easy with GO2Andaman. And here’s how! Just 3 simple steps

Search– Compare all the ferry operators, routes and classes.  

Book – Book the desired ferry suiting your dates and times.

Sail – Board your ferry, check-in your luggage and sail to paradise islands.

Why do we recommend Nautika Private ferry over Government ferries?

As mentioned earlier, we as localities feel that for a more relaxed and hassle-free holiday experience, it’s advisable to opt for private ferries which primarily work for the travellers.The government ones are designed mainly for local transportation and may not be the ideal choice for tourists. Go2Andaman does not facilitate bookings for government ferry tickets. If you plan to use them, tickets can be purchased offline or online on the official website. Keep in mind that ticket queues tend to form early in the morning, and if you find yourself at the back of the line, there’s a chance that seats may be occupied by the time your turn arrives. Moreover, having only limited seats, the tickets on government ferries are booked months in advance, sometimes the waiting is 4-6 months.

Private Ferry Operators in Andaman

Find more information about other operational private ferry operators below:

1. Makruzz
2. ITT Majestic
3. Green Ocean