Private charter vs ferry
When a private boat makes sense for your group, and when a scheduled ferry is the better choice.
Published 2026-08-27. This guide does not confirm price, vessel or availability.
The cost difference
A scheduled ferry between Port Blair and Havelock typically costs about ₹1,100 to ₹3,400 per person depending on operator and class. A private charter is a whole-boat booking, so it suits a group that can share the cost rather than a single traveller.
When private makes sense
A private charter suits a group that wants to travel together, carry more luggage, leave at a chosen time, or keep the journey to themselves. It also avoids the fixed ferry schedule.
When the ferry is better
For one or two travellers on a tight budget, a scheduled ferry is the practical choice. The private route is a premium option, not a replacement for every crossing.
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