Things to do in Havelock Island

Things to Do in Havelock Island

Havelock Island is deemed among most popular tourist destinations in Andamans and there are so many things to do in Havelock Island that it appeals to all types of tourists. The marine wildlife is simply amazing and tourists get plenty of water sports activities to pick from. It is therefore frequented by honeymooning couples, nature lovers and people seeking serenity and relief from the chaos of city life. Underwater activities like scuba diving can be done at more or less all beaches of Havelock Island. There are certified diving operators you can approach for this. The virgin shores of Elephant Beach are ideal for snorkelling. While snorkelling you can see the abundant fish species floating around the corals in the crystal clear water.

There are a few dive shops close to the Radhanagar beach and they offer skilled instructors to aid the tourists. Adventurous tourists trek to the Elephant Beach rather than using boats. Japanese Hill is a better option in this regard. This bird lover’s haven is composed of tropical rain forest where you can see avian species like Pacific reef egret, collared kingfisher and oriental magpie robin. Check scuba diving packages in Andaman for having an awesome scuba diving experience.

There are a lot of things to do in Havelock Island for anyone and both activity lovers and tranquillity seekers will be satisfied. There are a number of beaches in Andaman and finding a quiet place for sunbathing or relaxing will not be a problem. The teens and kids can indulge in games and fun activities on the sprawling sandy beaches. 

The various beaches of Havelock Island are a visual feast for the eyes. Of these, Radhanagar Beach is noteworthy. It is a clean beach and watching the sunset here is the perfect recipe to rejuvenate the mind. The Elephant Beach was ravaged by the 2004 tsunami but it is still worth exploring. The Kalapathar Beach is used mostly for picnics and families and groups exploring the island choose it more than single visitors. It has a lot of black coloured rocks gracing the coastline. The Vijayanagar beach is also good for picnics and it is marked by fringing Mahua trees and seashells. It is also called the Lone Mangrove Beach. Check out the honeymoon packages of Andaman which include a visit to these popular beaches.

After indulging in water sports activities, swimming or enjoying beach sports, visitors can resort to something different. It is quite an enthralling experience seeing the elephants being trained to carry wood logs. Opting for elephant ride is also an option for visitors. The elephant ride route is through the amazing forests of the island. At the Radhanagar Beach, an elephant named Rajan is present and swimming with that jumbo is a thrilling experience for anyone. Those wondering about things to do in Havelock Island after exploring natural attractions can head to the eateries and cafes! For fresh and delicious seafood- visiting the Emerald Gecko is advisable. As for those who love classical music and healthy salads, the Full Moon Café in beach no 5 is ideal. The cardamom lime fizzes are refreshing, and your taste buds will be pepped up. You can also check out our finely curated Andaman holiday packages.