With its remote location on forested Havelock Island, accessing the world-renowned Radhanagar Beach requires some extra effort which pays off tenfold when you emerge from the palms to be greeted by velvet sands fronting jewel-toned waters, consistently rated as one of Asia’s most beautiful beaches where fiery sunsets launch many an island daydream.
Paradise Found on Radha Nagar Beach
Flanked between lush tropical foliage on Havelock Island, the creamy sands of Radhanagar Beach consistently capture accolades as one of Asia’s most beautiful beaches. Forming part of the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, the natural landscape astounds with towering palms giving way suddenly to dusty pink sand lapped by emerald and turquoise waves.
Swimming and Water Activities at Radha Nagar Beach
Despite monsoon storms that can roll through, the gentle bay provides relatively safe wading for swimmers of all ages. Clear waters offer good visibility for snorkelling to spot coral and plentiful fish. Several rustic beach shacks rent out kayaks and stand up paddleboards perfect for exploring the coastline dotted with local fishing vessels. Come high tide after 4pm, one can body surf gentle waves or just soak in the panoramic views of colourful marine life below and cotton candy skies above.
Sunsets at Radha Nagar Beach
As the most photographed site in the Andaman Islands, Radhanagar Beach draws flocks at dusk finding spots on the fine sand or low sea wall to watch the sunset. There’s perhaps no better vantage point in the archipelago to take in the fading golden light over turquoise waters that gives way to cotton candy skies eventually fading to inky blackness under a canopy of stars.
Staying Near Radha Nagar Beach
With its remote Havelock Island location 57 km northeast of Port Blair, overnight stays in the area maximise time to appreciate Radhanagar Beach. Small eco-resorts like Barefoot at Havelock with its picturesque thatched roof bungalows get you closest to the sea. Choose beachfront dining at the acclaimed Wild Orchid Resort just a 15 minute walk north along the sand from Radhanagar’s main entrance.