Barefoot At Havelock, (Andamans)

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.