Elephant beach is one of the prominent destinations on Havelock Island that will give you numerous reasons to fall in love with it. The clean shores, natural beauty, and serene ambiance make it a key attraction of the Andaman and Nicobar islands. Finding coral reefs at a depth of around one meter is something that attracts people from around the world. It is a public beach, and you can explore it freely, but make sure to spend some adequate time to cover the attractions and feel the beauty at every turn.
How to reach
You can take a ferry from Port Blair to reach Havelock island, then enjoy 20-minutes ride from there to reach Elephant Beach.
Best time to visit
The ideal time to make your vacation more delightful is between November to February. During this time, you can also enjoy water sport activities and add a layer of excitement to your holiday.
Apart from this, monsoon season is adequate for enjoying a refreshing environment, and it is also considered the time to visit Andaman Nicobar Islands for nearby sightseeing.
Experiences at Elephant Beach
There are many experiences at Elephant Beach, which are as follows:
- Mirror boat rides
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Bird-watching
- Swimming
- Kayaking
- Trekking
- Gaze at the sunset or sunrise
- Photography
Tips for Elephant Beach
- Apply lots of sunscreen lotion
- Do wear cap and sunglasses
- Don’t litter anywhere
- Wear walking shoes to pass through Forest easily
- Carry some Food to enjoy a wonderful picnic
- Follow all the instructions given by the instructor to enjoy snorkeling.
- Try to visit in the early hours as the closing time of this beach is 4: 00 PM.
Nearby Attractions:
Apart from the picturesque beach, there are many other attractions to see around Elephant Beach.
- Radhanagar Beach
- Govind Nagar Beach
- Kalapathar Beach
- Mangrove Forest
- Neil cove
Location: Havelock Island, Andaman and Nicobar
Nearest Airport: The nearest airport is Veer Savarkar International Airport, also known as the Port Blair Airport.