Beaches
Beaches in Havelock :
RADHANAGAR BEACH (12 KM from Moonlit Sands)
The Radhanagar beach on Havelock has been voted as the best beach in the Asia by the ‘Time Magazine’
in the year 2004 on the basis of the quality of sand, sea, depth and other such parameters. Radhanagar beach
is the memorable aspect of Havelock. Radhanagar is a two kilometer long, crescent-shaped beach of soft silver
sand with a western aspect and a high carrying capacity. It’s foreshore is framed by fine, mature specimen
trees of the tropical rainforest and it terminated to the north and south by steeply rising ground which
becomes forest covered buffs dropping down to the sea and the mangrove trees.
For those who like to be with the nature, remember to stay at Radhanagar till sunset as the picture- perfect
view will remain etched in you mind for the rest of your life.
VIJAYNAGAR BEACH (15 Minutes Drive)
Vijaynagar is a long stretch of sand on the east coast of the island, punctuated occasionally by rocky section.
Most of the beach is lined by large Mahua trees whose trunks grow along the ground for many feet before they
being to climb vertically. These trees have a distinct character to the sea front, and provided shade close
to the water. Vijaynagar Beach is Perfect for long walks along the sea shore.
ELEPHANT BEACH (Few steps from Moonlit sands and a 30 minutes speed boat ride)
The stunning Elephant Beach gains its name from a wild elephant that used to chase visitors away years ago.
It can be reached via small boats cruising through the dark blue sea. Alternatively, one can reach Elephant
Beach by taking a trek from the Forest camp on the way to Radhanagar, Which would take about 45 minutes.
Snorkeling in this beach is a memorable experience. Those who don’t want to wet their feet but still would
like to enjoy the underwater coral can always rent out glass-bottom boats from private boat operators.