Lush
tropical rainforest, coral reef, mangroves, white sandy beaches
and exotic collection of flora and fauna make Andaman &
Nicobar the favorite hunt for nature lovers. Floating 55 km
northeast of Port Blair, the green island of Havelock is one
such islands of the region, where tourist can stay and mingle
with the divine ecology of the area. Havelock Island is also
a snorkeling paradise with interesting
coral formations and large fish including dolphins
and turtles. Kept Hidden in the serene confines of this
beautiful island is –Barefoot
at Havelock.
For discerning nature
lovers the Barefoot
at Havelock is an excellent
eco friendly retreat
in the shadows of lush green tropical
rainforests, right next to one
of the most beautiful beaches
of the world. Spread over seven
acres of organic landscape, this
serene and charismatic resort is the only place in the entire
region, which is based on the philosophy of sustainable and
socially responsible tourism.
Guests are ferried to
the island of Havelock from Port Blair, passing through a chain
of dense greenery, coral reefs
and mangrove forests. From the
Coast of Havelock Island a 30 minutes spectacular drive through
paddy fields, green plantations and thick tropical forests will
take you to the serene eco lodge of Barefoot
at Havelock.
The resort welcomes you with a row of 18 well constructed beautiful cottages and villas, each done with eco friendly materials like wood and thatch. There are three different types of cottages and villas to meet your comforts– the Nicobari Cottages, Andaman Villas and Duplex Cottages. Local materials like bamboo and palm leaves form the main ingredients for the construction of the fan – cooled Nicober Cottages and Duplex Cottages with additional low open roofing floors, while hardwoods from plantation forests in Indonesia make the most of Andaman Villas.
The main menu at Barefoot at Havelock is listed with fixed continental and Indian specialties prepared and cooked out of organically grown ingredients and fresh sea foods. Angling enthusiasts can also have the opportunity to bring in and dine with their fresh catch of the day.
Apart from savoring the beauty of the area from the serenity of your rooms, the place offers many exciting outdoor activities like snorkeling, diving, fishing, kayaking, trekking, elephant rides and more. Begin your day with a rejuvenating yoga class in an open air pavilion on the high hills. Take an escorted nature walk through the dense rainforests sighting various colorful birds and insects, including many other spectacular wild inhabitants of the area, or go discover the fascinating world of coral reefs.
