Warm days, mostly clear skies, and ferries run on full schedule. May edges into pre-monsoon humidity but the diving and beach time remain excellent. Hotels are cheaper than peak by 15-25%.
The Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram) → Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) ferry runs daily, with the Makruzz, Green Ocean, Nautika, and Sealink fleets covering the route between them. Tickets sell out fastest 2-4 weeks before departure in shoulder months, and ferries occasionally re-schedule due to sea state. Magical Andaman shows live availability across every operator, so you can compare cruise time and fare in one place.
April is a sweet spot — clear days, calm seas, and pricing 15-25% below peak. Hotels are easier to grab last-minute, and water sports in Havelock are at their best in the April window.