Radhanagar Beach

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Asia's best-rated beach of white sand

Why this weekend?

White sandsSunset viewsCoral shallows

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The day-by-day plan

Day 1 · The big beach
- Late-morning arrival
- Long swim & sand walk
- Cafe lunch under the trees
- North reef snorkel
- Sunset at the point
- Dinner at Govind Nagar

Geography & terrain

Radhanagar Beach curves along the west shore of Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island), about 7 km of white sand and shallow blue water backed by tall rainforest, facing the open Andaman Sea — the island's most famous beach, reached by road from the jetty village.

History & culture

A long-sleeping village beach until the island opened to tourism, Radhanagar entered the world lists when Time named it one of the best beaches in Asia; the acclaim turned a quiet forest fringe into the Andamans' most photographed shoreline while the village grew its guesthouses and cafes behind it.

Where to stay

Budget

₹1,200–2,800/night

Mid-range

₹2,800–6,000/night

Comfort

₹6,000+/night

Things to do

The 7-km sand crescent
Sunset show
Rainforest fringe
North-end reef life
Night-sky beach walks

Eat & drink

Grilled reef fish
Coconut and seafood curries
Tropical fresh fruit platters

Getting there

Fly: Veer Savarkar Airport (IXZ), Port Blair
Train: No rail — island chain served by ferries
Road from Port Blair: road + ferry hub for all islands
Getting around: Autos and scooters on the islands; ferries between them

Budget snapshot

Total: ₹3,500–9,500 (1 days)
Per day · Stay: ₹1,200–6,000/night
Per day · Food: ₹600–1,000
Per day · Transport: ₹800–1,200
Per day · Activities: ₹800–1,200

Month by month

Jan · Best: 23–30°C · None rain
Feb · Best: 23–30°C · None rain
Mar · Good: 24–31°C · None rain
Apr · Good: 25–32°C · Light rain
May · Hot: 25–32°C · Moderate rain
Jun · Monsoon: 25–30°C · Heavy rain
Jul · Monsoon: 25–29°C · Heavy rain
Aug · Monsoon: 25–29°C · Heavy rain
Sep · Monsoon: 25–30°C · Heavy rain
Oct · Good: 24–30°C · Moderate rain
Nov · Best: 23–30°C · Light rain
Dec · Best: 23–30°C · None rain

Practical info

Language: Hindi / Bengali / Tamil (multi-language islands) (English understood in tourist spots)
Best window: Oct–Mar
Connectivity: Patchy off the main islands — download offline maps
UPI/cards widely accepted; keep small cash for hill and market stops

Practical tips

Go early morning or sunset — midday sun is fierce with no shade on the sand
The west end has the best sunset; the north reef needs calm seas
Sunset crowds peak on weekends — pick a weekday visit

Frequently asked questions

Why is Radhanagar so famous?

Seven kilometres of white sand, shallow lagoon water and a rainforest backdrop — repeatedly ranked among Asia's best beaches since Time named it in 2004.

Is it crowded?

The core area fills by afternoon; walking 10 minutes along the sand virtually empties the crowd.

Can I snorkel here?

Only at the north-end reef and only on calm days — Elephant Beach two beaches away is the dedicated snorkel spot.