Elephant Beach
Elephant Beach is a popular snorkeling and water sports destination on Havelock Island (officially Swaraj Dweep), India. Known for its shallow turquoise waters and vibrant coral reefs, it attracts visitors seeking marine life encounters and beach recreation within the Andaman and Nicobar Islands archipelago.
Key facts
Location: Havelock Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
Access: Boat ride or forest trek from Havelock Harbor
Activities: Snorkeling, sea walking, banana boat rides, jet skiing
Best season: November–April (dry, calm sea conditions)
Coral type: Fringing reef with hard and soft coral varieties
Access and amenities
Visitors typically reach the beach by a short speedboat ride (about 20 minutes) from Havelock Jetty or via a forest trail that takes 30–45 minutes on foot. Limited facilities include small stalls offering refreshments, snorkeling gear rentals, and guided water sports. Boat transfers often include lifejackets and a brief safety orientation.
Nearby attractions
Travelers often combine a visit to Elephant Beach with nearby Radhanagar Beach, known for its sunset views, and Kalapathar Beach, another scenic coastal area. Together, they form Havelock’s main coastal circuit within the Andaman Islands’ tourism network.
