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Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India

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Havelock Island is a pristine tropical paradise in the Andaman Sea, famous for its powdery white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and thriving coral reefs. It is one of India's most sought-after beach destinations, offering world-class diving, snorkeling, and water sports opportunities alongside serene backwater landscapes.

Havelock Island is a pristine tropical paradise in the Andaman Sea, famous for its powdery white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, a...

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Scuba Diving at Elephant Beach

Half day | Moderate | Includes boat, equipment, and guide

02

Snorkeling at Radhanagar Beach

Half day | Easy | Equipment rental and boat transport included

03

Beach Walk at Radhanagar

2 hours | Easy

04

Coral Reef Exploration

Half day | Easy | Boat and guide required

05

Night Diving

Evening | Hard | Equipment, boat, and specialized guide included

06

Fishing Trip

Full day | Easy | Boat, equipment, and guide included

07

Kayaking in Shallow Waters

Half day | Easy | Kayak rental and guide

08

Kalapathar Beach

A quiet, less crowded beach with black sand and excellent sunset views, ideal for photography and solitude. | 4 km

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Havelock Island boasts Radhanagar Beach, consistently ranked among Asia's best beaches, with exceptional underwater visibility for diving and snorkeling in vibrant coral ecosystems.

Best time

October to May

How to reach

Havelock Island is accessible only by water. Take a ferry from Port Blair Jetty; scheduled services run twice daily with a journey time of 50 minutes to 2 hours depending on sea conditions.

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