Is a holiday in Andaman even complete without a trip to the exotic Havelock islands? Undoubtedly the most visited island on the Andamans, Havelock is a must visit place. Naturally, everyone going for an Andaman island experience spends 2-3 days in Havelock and for this, they take ferries along the beaches.

Makruzz cruise or Makruzz ship, locally known as Makruzz ferry in the Andamans, is the most well known ferry on the islands, as the Makruzz ferry was the first to start operating in the islands back in 2009. Although the routes and the pricing are almost the same as other ferries, there are marked differences in the nature of the facilities and services offered on the ferries.

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Know your Makruzz Ferry

Makruzz is a high speed fully air-conditioned catamaran ferry. Catamaran structures provide stable rides as they resist rolling and pitching in the rough sea. Makruzz ferry has three classes of travel with 250+ seats collectively on the three levels. Makruzz ferry runs over 10 connections daily amongst Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island. 

Private ferries like Makruzz, run on time, are clean and well-organized, with ferry staff to assist you at all points. Makruzz ferry to Havelock and Neil Island can be booked online through their website or through authorized partners like Go2andaman. 

How to travel from Neil Island to Havelock by Makruzz? 

  1. Neil Island to Havelock Distance- The distance between Neil Island and Havelock is a total of around 58  nautical miles (20 NM from Neil Island to Port Blair and 38 NM from Port Blair to Havelock) and can be covered only by ferries. There is no road or bridge that connects these islands. Instead, you have to take the ferry from Neil Island to Port Blair and then from Port Blair to Havelock as there are no direct private ferries that run from Havelock to Neil Island.

  2. Neil Island to Havelock Time Taken- Makruzz covers the total distance of both the journeys combined in around 165 minutes ( 75 minutes from Neil Island to Port Blair and 90 minutes from Port Blair to Havelock). Because of a speedy journey, some people feel seasick so make sure to take the precautions for a stress-free journey.

  3. First Ferry of the day- The earliest Makruzz ferry from Neil Island to Port Blair is at 11:30 am. And from Port Blair to Havelock it is Makruzz ferry, starts at 6 am

  4. Last ferry of the day- The last Makruzz ferry of the day from Neil Island to Port Blair comes at 3:30 pm. And from Port Blair to Havelock Island, it is Makruzz ferry at 2 pm.

  5. Boarding/Departure Jetty- The ferries depart from the Neil Island Jetty at Neil Island and at Haddo Jetty in Port Blair.

  6. Arrival Jetty- The ferries arrive at Haddo Jetty in Port Blair and at Havelock Jetty in Havelock.

  7. Number of Ferries in a day- 3 Makruzz ferries run from Neil Island to Port Blair everyday. And 5 from Port Blair to Havelock.

  8. Price- Makruzz ferry prices range from INR 800- 3000.

  9. Seating and Seat Map- Makruzz ferries are well equipped with cushioned seats and clean transparent windows for a beautiful view. They also have a comfortable and pleasant internal temperature regulation. All the Makruzz ferries are divided into Premium, Deluxe and Royal categories.

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Makruzz Ferry Fleet: Makruzz, Makruzz Gold & Makruzz Pearl

Makruzz

A state-of-the-art vessel brought in from Singapore, Makruzz is the oldest of the 3 ferries owned and operated by MAK Logistics. It has two air-conditioned decks with a capacity to carry 280 passengers. It has 3 seating categories: 8 Royal seats, 64 Deluxe seats and 208 Premium seats.

Makruzz Ferry has a total of 280 seats. It has two decks, upper and lower deck, with 3 seating categories:

  1. Makruzz Premium – Lower deck with 208 seats and offers a pleasant view of the sea through its windows.
  2. Makruzz Deluxe – Upper deck with 64 seats that offers a clear view of the sea.
  3. Makruzz Royal   – Uppermost deck with 8 pushback seats is a private cabin.

Makruzz Gold

Another acquisition from Singapore, Gold was added to the Makruzz fleet after the first ferry experienced immense success. It has two air-conditioned decks with a capacity to carry 333 passengers.  It has 3 seating categories: 8 Royal seats, 63 Deluxe seats and 262 Premium seats.

  1. Makruzz Premium – Lower deck with 262 seats and offers a pleasant view of the sea through its large windows.
  2. Makruzz Deluxe – Upper deck with 63 seats that offers a clear view of the sea with a more spacious legroom.
  3. Makruzz Royal   – Uppermost deck with 8 pushback seats in a private cabin resembles a business class on an airplane.

Makruzz Pearl

With a single deck and a seating capacity for 250 passengers, Makruzz Pearl was built in and acquired from Australia. It only has a single seating category which is 250 Premium seats.

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 Makruzz Ferries Facilities and Amenities

  1. Cafeteria – Makruzz 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 – Every Makruzz ferry features an onboard multimedia system, managed by a central announcement system, multiple television sets strategically placed across the decks, and other amenities to ensure passengers are entertained while cruising.
  3. Airconditioned – Makruzz ferries are fully Air-conditioned with tinted windows ensuring a cool and comfortable journey for passengers.
  4. On-board Assistance –  All Makruzz ferries provide on-board assistance for passengers, including medical support for individuals with disabilities and elderly passengers, as per prior notification. This guarantees maximum convenience for all passengers.
  5. Washroom – All Makruzz ferries facilitate passengers with hygienic and equipped washrooms.

 

Safety Measures taken by Makruzz

  1. All Makruzz vessels feature advanced safety systems, including automatic fire detection, bilge alarms, and remote machinery instrumentation.
  2. All Makruzz vessels meet the latest global safety standards for life-saving, fire-fighting, navigation, and communication systems.
  3. All Makruzz vessels are equipped with smoke and heat detectors including washrooms.
  4. All Makruzz vessels are equipped with CCTV cameras and monitored from the captain room.
  5. All Makruzz vessels are equipped with special reversible life-rafts that can be accessed incase of evacuation.
  6. Life jackets are provided under all the seats for the safety of the passengers.
  7. Emergency procedures are video demonstrated before departure.

Makruzz Ferry Routes and Destinations

Neil Island to Port Blair by Makruzz- The distance of 20 Nautical Miles is covered by Makruzz ferries in 75 minutes. The tickets are approximately INR 1600. 3 Makruzz ferries of MAK Logistics function daily from Neil Island to Port Blair at 11:30 am, 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm. 

Port Blair to Havelock by Makruzz- The distance of 38 Nautical Miles is covered by Makruzz ferries in 90 minutes. The tickets start from INR 800. 5 Makruzz ferries of MAK Logistics function daily from Port Blair to Havelock at 6 am, 8 am, 9 am, 11:30 am, and 2pm. 

Other routes covered by Makruzz ferry are:

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

How to book Makruzz Ferry?

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

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

wdt_ID Ferry Operator Departure Place Departure Time Arrival Place Arrival Time Book Now
1 Makruzz Port Blair 06:00 AM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 07:30 AM Book Now
2 Nautika Lite Port Blair 06:30 AM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 08:30 AM Book Now
3 Green Ocean 2 Port Blair 06:40 AM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 09:00 AM Book Now
4 Green Ocean 1 Port Blair 07:00 AM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 09:20 AM Book Now
5 Nautika Port Blair 07:30 AM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 09:00 AM Book Now
6 Makruzz Port Blair 08:00 AM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 09:30 AM Book Now
7 Nautika Lite Port Blair 11:15 AM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 01:15 AM Book Now
8 Makruzz Port Blair 11:15 AM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 12:45 PM Book Now
9 Nautika Port Blair 12.45 PM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 02:00 PM Book Now
10 Green Ocean Port Blair 01:00 PM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 03:00 PM Book Now
11 Makruzz Port Blair 02:00 PM Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 03:30 PM Book Now
12 Green Ocean Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 09:15 AM Neil / Shaheed Dweep 10:45 AM Book Now
13 Nautika Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 09:20 AM Neil / Shaheed Dweep 10:20 AM Book Now
14 Green Ocean Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 09:45 AM Neil / Shaheed Dweep 10:45 AM Book Now
15 Makruzz Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 10:00 AM Neil / Shaheed Dweep 11:00 AM Book Now
17 Makruzz Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 02:00 PM Neil / Shaheed Dweep 03:30 PM Book Now
18 Nautika Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 02:30 PM Neil / Shaheed Dweep 03:30 PM Book Now
19 Nautika Neil / Shaheed Dweep 10:45 AM Port Blair 12:00 PM Book Now
20 Green Ocean 2 Neil / Shaheed Dweep 11:00 AM Port Blair 12:45 PM Book Now
21 Green Ocean 1 Neil / Shaheed Dweep 11:15 AM Port Blair 12:45 PM Book Now
22 Makruzz Neil / Shaheed Dweep 11:30 AM Port Blair 12:30 PM Book Now
23 Makruzz Neil / Shaheed Dweep 03:30 PM Port Blair 04:30 PM Book Now
24 Nautika Neil / Shaheed Dweep 04:00 PM Port Blair 05:15 PM Book Now
25 Makruzz Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 08:00 AM Port Blair 09.30 AM Book Now
26 Nautika Lite Havelock / Swaraj Dweep 09:00 AM Port Blair 11:00 AM Book Now
Ferry Operator Departure Place Departure Time Arrival Place Arrival Time Book Now

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Why do we recommend Makruzz Private ferry over Government ferries?

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 at the offline counters. 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. Nautika
  2. ITT Majestic
  3. Green Ocean

Why Choose Go2Andaman?

  1. We Care & It Shows: We’re working towards greatness. Booking ferries has never been this easy. Our clean and updated platform offers you the best of the best. And our team makes sure that all your needs are taken care of.
  2. We’re locals turned travelers. Our team is made of locals who know Andaman inside out and we’re also travelers which gives us unique insight into the pain points of our customers.
  3. We’re 15 Years Strong. We started out in 2008 as a passionate blog to help people navigate their vacations in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
  4. We’re a Startup India recognized organization. In 2018, we were stamped by Startup India as the first and the only original private ferry booking platform in Andamans.
  5. We’re the Original Ferry Booking Platform. When we started out in 2013, we were the pioneers. Over the years we’ve set up a quality standard in the islands for ferry bookings.
  6. We have a bigger vision/Making sure your holiday is as unique as you. Booking ferries for travelers is only a part of what we do. Our goal is to make sure your holiday is as unique as you. With us, you can discover islands, plan your trip and book experiences and activities.

Your Journey in a Nutshell

  1. After booking your tickets online, you will be sent an email asking for Name, Age, and Gender of all passengers
  2. On providing details, receive your confirmed ticket in an email. Print this out, as soft copy tickets are not accepted. 
  3. Reach the jetty at least 1 hour prior to your sailing time.
  4. Check-in your luggage and take your allotted seats.
  5. Set sail to your destination, and enjoy the beautiful views of the sea. Snacks will be served on board.
  6. Reach destination jetty in 90 minutes

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Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ’s

  • Do you need to buy a ticket for an infant?

    On most ferries, an infant above the age of 1 year is charged on a full-charge basis and an infant below the age of 1 year can travel free of cost. On some ferries, an infant below the age of 1 year is charged a small fee. This changes from operator-to-operator. 

  • Do you have to take a print out of the ticket?

    It is mandatory to carry a print-out of your ferry tickets. A soft copy or email confirmation is not valid to board the ferry. Another important document to carry is your valid ID Card/ Passport. 

  • How long before the scheduled ferry time should I be at the jetty?

    We recommend that you reach the jetty at-least 45 mins prior to the departing time so you have sufficient time for boarding. If travelling with children or senior citizens, 1 hour prior would be ideal. The boarding gates close 30 mins before departure.

  • What is the check-in & luggage drop-off process?
    • Once you reach the jetty gates, your tickets are checked after which you are allowed to enter the jetty
    • Then you get your luggage scanned, pick up your luggage & start walking towards your ferry
    • You then drop off your bags at the back side of ferry in the luggage store compartment
    • After that you can board the ferry and take your seats.
  • What are the facilities available on the ferry?
    • Both Makruzz and Green Ocean Ferries have cafes where you can buy hot and cold beverages, snacks and mineral water.
    • There are lavatories for use for both men and women.
    • If you have booked Royal class seats,  refreshments would be provided on your seats. If you have booked Premium or Deluxe class seats then you would need to buy your refreshments from the canteen on the ferry.
  • What are the mandatory documents one should carry?
    • It is mandatory to carry a valid ID proof for all the passengers.
    • If you are a non-Indian you will need to carry a vaild passport.

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