Travel Tales from Havelock Island

Hello Readers

My blog remained silent for longer than usual time.Reason #1, some family obligations kept me away from blog and reason #2,I was busy travelling to one of the heavenly places exists in this planet named Havelock Island.

MORNING AT VIJAYNAGAR BEACH

Our ferry from Port Blair departed on time.With engine roaring and coughing we left the shore line behind and our ship lost in the world of blue.After seeing many times in discovery channel first time i saw many flying fishes reacting with the wake of engine noise.It was relaxing ride of 2.5 Hr exactly.We remained on top of the deck in open air for most of the time of our journey.Finally we reached Havelock.It was a small jetty,people crowded to jump out first.We were relaxed as Auto-wala already waiting for us to take on-board.Narrow road from jetty,completely rural,giving appearance of small Indian village,houses less in number spread un-uniformly,you can easily feel the simplicity in people's life.After 15min drive we reached Emerald Gecko located at Vijaynagar Beach.

HOW VIAJANAGAR BEACH LOOK LIKE WHEN TIDE PULLED OCEAN LONG BACK

It was around 5 pm then and sun had already started gliding down towards horizon.What was very special at that point of time  was the ambiance.Saying Peaceful is too miser to explain the feeling.It was divine actually.Sound of waves was continuous and so was the breeze waving those cluster of coconut and Mahua trees.My immediate thought was being transported to other world,a world  where time has stopped.It was a good escape from routine of the busy city life.After getting fresh-up we went for short beach walk as it was already getting darker,no crowd,no shops,no restaurants or no activity of any kind you expect in beaches.We were delighted because our thoughts and mood were more synchronised with those hypnotising arena.

SUN RISE AT VIAJAYNAGAR BEACH-MORNING TREAT

Next morning we got up at 5 am and to my surprise it was full day light then.We took our long beach walk which was certainly rejuvenating.Sipping tea while seating on those wooden bench facing sea and talking about past,present and future was enlightening.I don't know about others but i am a strong believer about conductive property of  environment.Some deep down feeling takes word in certain conductive ambiance.

SUNSET AT RADHANAGAR BEACH-FEEL THE MAGIC

VIAJAYNAGAR BEACH-WHEN WATER LEVEL HIGH

SUNSET AT RADHANAGAR BEACH

WHITE SAND STRETCH OF VIAJAYNAGAR BEACH

Our hut was sea facing,double decker so ocean view is available all the time.That was the place where all i want is to sit on the upper deck of my hut & watch the grace of the sea where colour changes from blue to emerald to turquoise and so.

OUR SEA FACING HUT AT EMERALD GECKO

ME CYCLING AT KALAPATHAR BEACH

We kept this day for snorkeling and trekking.
We departed at 8 am for Elephant Beach.Which was amazing with beautiful landscape.We put our snorkel ON and went far into sea to see more live and colourful corals.We were only back when fully exhausted and tummy growling for some carb.Thanks to the vendors who were selling Bhel-Puri & Chat(which fulfilled my craving for eating unhealthy :) whereas my husband retained his elegance,eating only fruit and coconut water :))

DEEP DOWN IN OCEAN-SWIMMING WITH NEMO

Next destination was RadhaNagar Beach which was very hyped for it's sunset.Well as per my experience Radha Nagar beach is really very beautiful for all reason let it be it's clean white sand beach,long stretch but talking about it's sunset alone is unjust.I really didn't find it worth hype otherwise beach was without a doubt show winner.We remained there some time past sunset before making our way back.Drive was pleasant while breathing clean air around.
Coming back to VijayNagar we filled our stomach with delicious food of Fat Martin restaurant then back to our hut.

Next day was kept for dive,everything was booked so we were on road to be picked up my Andaman Bubbles Dive Centre. After initial briefing and drills for 30 min they took as for actual dive.Dive was fantastic for first timers but we could sea how coral bleaching has destroyed them badly.So with great feeling we were back to our hut spending half day in that delightful diving program.

Second half we kept for exploring rest of the Havelock in bicycle.Meanwhile it rained heavily but shortly so that was a big relief from those humid environment.We took bicycle and went to see KalaPathar beach which was again delight to eyes,mind and soul.So this was our account how we lived momets in Havelock.

SCUBA DIVING

One thing i want to mention this place is quite different from typical beach destination.Tourism is still in Infancy,facilities are scarce but healing quality of this place where you can easily feel all negativity and grudge wiping off,warmth of the people will definitely win your heart and you will crave for coming here again.Have a happy visit to Havelock.



How To Reach:
From Port Blair take ferry to Havelock(one can easily google for timing and fare,it takes exactly 2.5 Hr)

Where to Stay:
For Budget Traveller:Emerald Gecko is best value for money.
For Luxury Traveller:Try Barefoot Resort

What to do:
1.Snorkeling-There are many spots for snorkeling,Elephant beach is easily accessible on foot with trekking through jungle for 30 min.
2.Diving-Give it a try and you will definitely be delighted,It's safe.
3.Cycling-Please keep aside your bike if time is not a factor and cycle through and enjoy the heavenly beauty of Havelock.
4.Beach Walk or Running-Well all beaches are free from crowd ,clean and beautiful so make your morning delighted with soulful walk on those sandy beaches.You will definitely love it.
5.Evening Walk on Beach.
6.Swimming-If you love swimming do challenge yourself by throwing on giant waves of Radhanagar Beach.

Where to Eat:
People have their preferences but after trying on many restaurant,i loved Fat Martin(beside Dolphin Resort) but be warned you have to go for early dinner else shop will be closed.
My opinion for food in Havelock is Ok kind not something Wow type but you may be lucky to find better place.

Things to buy:
Due to remoteness of Havelock  everything  is costly so buy all necessary things well in advance.I personally didn't find anything exciting to shop here.