Step away from the pace of modern life on this beach honeymoon in the Andaman Islands, a remote archipelago scattered across the northeastern Indian Ocean. Framed by dense tropical forests and warm ocean waters, the rhythm here is shaped by nature rather than schedules. Days unfold gently with forest walks, snorkelling and diving, boat excursions, yoga, and restorative massages, balanced by long hours spent beside the sea.
After transiting through Chennai, continue by ferry to Havelock Island, where you settle into Jalakara for seven nights. Part boutique hotel, part private villa, Jalakara offers an intimate, pared-back escape designed for complete ease. With just three rooms, three suites, and a single private villa, the atmosphere is calm, personal, and unforced. Time is spent swimming, reading, sharing meals, enjoying simple pleasures, and soaking up the island’s natural beauty, far removed from everyday noise and distraction. When you feel inclined to explore, Havelock’s beaches are easily reached by bicycle or scooter, each offering a distinct character within a short ride. Following the celebrations of your wedding, this is a place to slow down and reset, authentic, quietly beautiful, and shaped by genuine warmth, fresh local produce, and an unhurried way of life.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Chennai International Airport
2 nights - Taj Connemara, Chennai and Tamil Nadu, India
7 nights - Jalakara, Goa and Andaman Islands, India
1 night - Taj Connemara, Chennai and Tamil Nadu, India
Ends - Transfer to Chennai International Airport for your international flight home
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