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Andaman island hopping guide Havelock Neil

The Ultimate Guide to Island Hopping in Andaman & Nicobar

Weekend Travellers 7/25/2026 14 min read

Float over coral reefs, walk through tropical rainforests, and touch white coral sands in India's island paradise in the Bay of Bengal.

1. Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) & Scuba Diving

Visit world-famous Radhanagar Beach for sunset and dive among vibrant coral reefs at Elephant Beach.

2. Relaxing Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)

Explore the natural limestone rock arch (Howrah Bridge), Bharatpur Beach corals, and Lakshmanpur Beach.

3. History at Port Blair & Cellular Jail

Attending the poignant Light and Sound show at Cellular Jail and take a ferry to historical Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Dweep).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the best beach in Havelock Island?

Radhanagar Beach (Beach No. 7), consistently rated among Asia's best beaches.

How to travel between Port Blair and Havelock?

High-speed catamarans (Makruzz, Nautika) take about 90 minutes.

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