Why is Havelock Island Considered One of the Most Captivating Islands in The Andamans?
Situated at a critical juncture between the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea, these islands are still steeped in knee-deep mystery, inciting curiosity in visitors to wonder whether the surreal accounts of the island’s beauty and majesty are really true. Tour the Havelock Island to explore one of the largest islands in the area, which also attracts a large number of tourists to explore the natural beauty of the island’s beaches. Most recently, as of December 2018, the Prime Minister of India announced that Havelock Island will be renamed as Swaraj Island as a tribute to the National Freedom Fighter, Subhash Chandra Bose.
Why Do Travellers Prefer Havelock for Relaxing Vacations?
Located at a distance of 41 kilometres (25 miles) away from Port Blair, the administrative centre of the Union Territory, Havelock Island is one of the few places where the administration promotes eco-tourism. Best for couples to spend some quality time in serenity, you can now choose an affordably priced Havelock Island honeymoon package online from Veena World.
Did You Know These Interesting Facts about Havelock Island?
Was named after British General | Havelock Island was named after British General Sir Henry Havelock. However, it was recently renamed Swaraj Dweep in honour of India’s liberation. |
Rich mangrove ecosystem | The island is surrounded by dense mangroves that support marine biodiversity. Booking Havelock Island holiday packages provides travellers the opportunity to check out these mangrove trees. |
One of India’s best scuba diving spots | Going for scuba diving is among the key highlights of Havelock Island vacation packages. This island is widely regarded as the scuba diving capital of India, and features more than 17 distinct dive sites with pristine coral reefs, high visibility, and rich marine life. |
Elephant Beach is a snorkelling hotspot | Elephant Beach is among the most popular spots in Havelock Island for sightseeing and snorkelling. The shallow waters near its shore are teeming with colourful fish and stunning coral reefs, making it a prominent snorkelling hotspot. |
Accessible only by ferry or seaplane | No direct flights connect to the island as it does not have an airport. |
What Makes Havelock Island Perfect for Both Leisure and Adventure?
At Havelock Island, go sightseeing or indulge in leisurely beach activities like relaxing on the beach, sipping cocktails and eating snacks, people-watching, engaging in sports, swimming, and surfing. A tour towards Havelock Island’s inland mangrove forests is an opportunity to pull on your hiking boots and take a walk through ancient, dense, and deep tropical woods that will effectively bind you to nature in the most intricate way possible, reminding you of the forgotten connection, helping you appreciate the healing aspect of nature. On a Havelock Island tour, being a popular tourist destination, you also get to experience first-hand, the most fun underwater activities like snorkelling, scuba diving, and deep-sea diving which are increasingly gaining popularity.
What are the Best Things to do at Havelock Island
Without further ado, here are some of the most interesting things to do at Havelock Island, Andaman, on the special online Havelock Island travel packages by Veena World:
Check out the Radhanagar Beach a.k.a. Beach Number 7:
It is probably from a tourist point of view that beaches in Andaman have been numbered along with their local Indian names. Beach number 7 or Radhanagar Beach is one of the most beautiful and tourist-friendly beaches in the country and hence has even been titled by Time Magazine as the ‘best beach in Asia” for the year 2004. Stunning sunset views across the extensive sea await you here. Visit the beach at the perfect hour of the day as you enjoy the island with our customised Havelock Island holiday packages.Visit the Elephant Beach:
The true beauty of Elephant Beach in Havelock Island can be discovered only when one takes a deep dive into the crystal-clear waters of the region and explore the extensive coral reefs just lying underwater in a multitude of colours and variations. Apart from underwater diving, you can partake in a wide variety of beach activities, both at the beach and at the cafes in the nearby resorts at this friendly beach where mostly nature and diving enthusiasts hang out. There are also a number of boats and sailboats available for hire for water sports lovers, hobby sailors, and adventurists. Explore Elephant Beach with our specially prepared Havelock Island tour package itinerary.Take a stroll down the Kala Pathar Beach:
The Kala Pathar Beach in Havelock Island is a secluded exotic beach paradise adventure waiting to be unfolded. The bluest of seawater crossing over the pure white sands of the beach set against the pure emerald background of distant inland vegetation makes for a spectacular day at the beach. Undoubtedly, picture-perfect cannot be better defined better than this serene beach.Engage in Snorkelling and Underwater Scuba Diving:
A Scuba Diving experience in Havelock Island is one of the sweetest deals you get in the entire Andaman. This is also the best place in the region to get certified as a deep-sea diver. Other underwater activities include snorkelling and deep-sea diving. Diving spots are usually around 1.5 kilometres away from the coast and take you underwater to get a glimpse of the stunning aquatic life breeding just under the surface. Snorkelling is usually done in the shallow waters, dive deep into the bottomless sea to check out the colourful coral reefs and colonies of fishes. With a Havelock Island tour package, you’ll be able to do these activities to your heart’s content. Some of these activities might even come free of cost included in your online Havelock Island vacation package.Try out the zingy local cuisine:
When you visit with a Havelock Island travel package, you will get several opportunities to enjoy the local seafood centred cuisine. How and where you choose to eat will be up to you! There are brilliant, yet underrated cafes and beach bars run by locals where the price of food is comparatively much lower than the big resorts. If you’re here to truly explore Havelock Island, you should definitely plan to try out something new!Discover the aboriginal style of living:
As islands located in the middle of the sea, the local population of Andaman and Nicobar have a unique lifestyle. It is not just about the cuisine and the houses, the temporal nature of the settlements and villages have a lot to offer to an outside visitor. The museums and galleries preserving their history and heritage are all located at Port Blair, all of which you can explore when you visit the town. However, with a Havelock Island tour package, you will be taken through a couple of villages in Havelock Island where you can witness the lifestyle of the local people of Andaman.
What is the Best Time to Visit Havelock Island
The best time to book your Havelock Island tour package is all year round. This is one of those favoured holiday destinations that are ideally beautiful, with near-perfect climate throughout the year, while the price of your trip is also not unjust. With affordable, options in local transport such as private boats and ferry boats readily available to transport you across the islands, Andaman and Nicobar Islands are an ideal vacation spot. However, you can visit Havelock Island at different times for different purposes, like you can book your Havelock Island holiday packages or culture trips in the month of January when the Subhash Mela is held. On the other hand, the best time to book a wintery Havelock Island sightseeing tour is between the months of October and May. Monsoon is another highlight in the raging popularity of the island, which is ideal for honeymooners. Hence, you can check the Havelock Island honeymoon package price with Veena World between the months of May and October for an amazing honeymoon.
What Should First-Time Visitors to Havelock Island Know About?
- Carry a valid ID proof, as it might be needed during ferry boarding and hotel check-ins.
- The mobile network is unreliable on the island. BSNL is the only network that works on the whole island, while Vodafone and Airtel have limited range. Hence, consider buying a BSNL SIM card if your Havelock Island trip is going to be long.
- Carry enough cash in hand, as digital payments and credit cards may not always work due to an unreliable network.
- Carry light, breathable clothes, as well as sunglasses and hats, as Havelock Island usually has plenty of sunshine throughout the year.
- Always book water sports through certified operators.
- Apply reef-safe sunscreen to protect both your skin and marine life.
- Avoid touching coral reefs to preserve fragile marine ecosystems.
- Pack your swimsuit and flip-flops for the Havelock Island trip.
- Follow lifeguard instructions on beaches, as some areas may have strong currents.
Book The Best Havelock Island Holiday Packages with Veena World
Veena World offers a variety of Havelock Island holiday packages to cater to diverse preferences and budgets. We try our best to make sure that your holiday on Havelock Island is exciting and memorable. Whether you are planning a family holiday, want a romantic getaway with your better half, or desire a solo retreat, booking Havelock Island vacation packages would be an excellent decision. We keep the Havelock Island trip cost affordable, in order to make sure that our guests can enjoy the best value for their money. Havelock Island tour package price and other details can be found on the Veena World website.