Things to do in Swaraj Dweep, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Havelock Island, officially known as Swaraj Dweep, is one of the largest islands in Ritchie's Archipelago, to the east of Great Andaman within the Andaman Islands of India.
6 places to visit in and around Swaraj Dweep, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Radhanagar Beach
Radhanagar Beach is a beach located on Havelock Island, in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India.
Wikipedia - 2Kalapathar Beach
Located on one corner of Havelock, this beach gets its name from the surrounding village Kalapathar and the black rocks (Kalapathar Rocks) that adorn the coastline here. The emerald seas, the tropical forests on one side of the road the coa
- 3Elephant Beach
*Elephant Beach is further north from Radhanagar and is popular with Indian tourists. The shoreline here was largely swept away by the 2004 tsunami and the beach is a fraction of what it used to be; however, the coral here is probably the b
- 4Andaman Bubbles Dive Centre
A well run dive shop with confident dive masters, Bubbles provides extensive dive courses and a few selected fun dive spots. It is limited in the dive sites offered which also means contending with diving crowds, and a lack of exploration.
- 5DIVE India
- 6Barefoot Scuba
Best time to visit Swaraj Dweep
Best weather: Nov–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 26°C | 37 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 26°C | 11 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 28°C | 34 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 29°C | 69 mm |
| May | Rainy | 28°C | 384 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 27°C | 423 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 27°C | 434 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 27°C | 397 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 27°C | 420 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 27°C | 239 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 27°C | 174 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 26°C | 99 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (167 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Swaraj Dweep
- No railway station within 40 km.
- Nearest airport: Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ), 46 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Swaraj Dweep costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Swaraj Dweep is not included.
Compare Swaraj Dweep with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swaraj Dweep | – | Nov–Mar | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island | 41 km | Dec–Feb | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Srivijayapuram | 43 km | Dec–Feb | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Long Island (Andamans) | 47 km | Nov–Feb | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park | 58 km | Dec–Feb | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Swaraj Dweep; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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What are the best places to visit in Swaraj Dweep?
The best known are Radhanagar Beach, Kalapathar Beach, Elephant Beach, Andaman Bubbles Dive Centre, DIVE India.
When is the best time to visit Swaraj Dweep?
Best weather: Nov–Mar.
How do I reach Swaraj Dweep?
No railway station within 40 km. Nearest airport: Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXZ), 46 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Swaraj Dweep cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Swaraj Dweep is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.