Nautika Marks 25 Lakh Passengers with 75% YoY Growth

Nautika Marks 25 Lakh Passengers with 75% YoY Growth

Nautika Celebrates 25 Lakh Passengers: India’s Fastest-Growing Premium Ferry Service Achieves  75% YOY Growth

Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Dec 15:   Imagine this—you’re sipping barista-made coffee, the Andaman Sea stretching endlessly before you, dolphins dancing in the distance, and the gentle hum of a modern catamaran beneath your feet. This isn’t a luxury cruise; it’s just another day aboard Nautika, and 25 lakh travellers have already discovered why the journey can be just as magical as the destination.

In less than four years, Nautika has become India’s youngest, fastest-growing, and most dynamic ferry operator, transforming island-hopping in the Andamans from a necessary transit into an experience that travellers actively look forward to. With 25 lakh passengers—that’s 2.5 million memories made, families connected, honeymoons elevated, and adventures begun—Nautika has redefined what ferry travel means for modern India.

Phenomenal Growth 75% Average YOY Growth

Since Inception Since launching in less than four years, Nautika has charted an extraordinary course, demonstrating market leadership through unmatched performance. The company has achieved an average annual growth rate of approximately 75%, establishing it as India’s youngest and fastest-growing premium ferry operator. This trajectory reflects an initial exponential surge in operations, sustained by strong, steady double-digit growth thereafter.

The significance of this growth extends beyond the metrics. Every passenger in the 25-lakh milestone represents a choice—a traveller asserting, “I deserve better”; a family prioritising comfort; a couple elevating their honeymoon; an adventurer believing the journey should be as magnificent as the destination itself. 

The Journey That Matches Your Dreams

For years, travellers planning their dream Andaman getaway would meticulously research the perfect resort, the best dive spots, the most pristine beaches—only to dread the ferry connections. Not anymore. Nautika recognised that in a destination as breathtaking as the Andaman Islands, every moment should feel extraordinary, including the journey between islands.

“When we started Nautika, we asked ourselves a simple question: Why should the travel experience drop the moment you step onto a ferry?” said Anoop Kumar, Director, Nautika, “Our 25 lakh passengers aren’t just numbers—they’re families who arrived at Havelock Island relaxed instead of exhausted, honeymooners who started their romantic escape the moment they boarded, professionals who stayed connected while crossing crystal waters, and solo travellers who found their ‘magic window’ moment watching the ocean. Our average year-on-year growth of approximately 75% shows that when you give Indian travellers a premium option, they don’t just appreciate it—they actively choose it. We’ve built Nautika to be an aspirational brand because we believe every Indian traveller deserves to feel like their vacation starts the moment they choose us, not when they finally reach their hotel.”

More Than a Ferry It’s Where Your Island Story Begins

Nautika has the newest fleet in the archipelago, and their premium catamaran is the biggest in the area. This sleek boat can hold 360 people and goes through waves at 26 knots. This makes connections between islands faster, smoother, and more fun. It’s not just the boat, though; it’s how Nautika makes you feel.

Pick Your Experience:
• Business Class: Your own private space on the water. You get 4-seat cabins with personal attendants, full meal service, premium drinks, and priority boarding. Great for people who value privacy, want to be productive, or just want to feel better when they get there.
• Royal Class: big, comfortable seats with lots of legroom, priority boarding, private areas, and free drinks. Go on trips that matter.
• Luxury Class: Higher comfort that makes travel an experience worth posting about on social media.

The New Face of Indian Travel

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are experiencing remarkable tourism growth, reflecting increasing interest in island and sea destinations. Official numbers from the Ministry of Tourism and the Andaman & Nicobar Tourism Department show that the number of domestic tourists rose sharply, from 2.35 lakh visitors in 2022 to 3.23 lakh in 2023 (37% growth), and then to an impressive 7.10 lakh in 2024 (120% growth). The number of foreign tourists who came also went up, from 4,461 in 2022 to 9,025 in 2023 and then to 11,497 in 2024.

This exponential growth in tourist arrivals—with the islands welcoming over 7 lakh visitors in 2024 alone—demonstrates the surging demand for premium island experiences. With the government projecting a further 25% increase in 2025, the opportunity for quality ferry operators is unprecedented. In a country where travel is becoming less about ticking boxes and more about creating moments, Nautika represents the new generation of Indian tourism: ambitious, quality-focused, and uncompromisingly passenger-centric.

Charting the Future: Nautika’s Vision for Market Leadership

With strong growth plans in place, Nautika is in a good position to take more than 75% of the market share in the high-end ferry segment over the next three to five years. The company is adding more ships to its fleet to handle the expected increase in tourist arrivals. It plans to add more high-end ships and improve inter-island connectivity across the archipelago.

“We’re not just responding to growth—we’re actively shaping the future of island tourism in India,” said Anoop Kumar. “With the government targeting a 25% increase in tourist arrivals for 2025 and infrastructure improvements opening new routes and destinations, we’re investing in the capacity, technology, and service excellence needed to serve over 3,000-4,000 passengers daily. Our goal is to make Nautika synonymous with premium island travel in India, setting standards that others aspire to match.”

Whether you’re planning your honeymoon, finally taking that family vacation, travelling solo to find yourself, or simply looking for your next weekend escape, Nautika invites you to discover why 25 lakh travellers chose to make their journey as memorable as their destination. Because in the Andamans, getting there really is half the experience. And with Nautika, it’s an experience you’ll want to have again and again.