Asia's best beach, world-class diving, and the island every Andaman trip revolves around
Havelock overcrowded Dec-Jan. ATMs dry. Overpriced stays.
Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) scores 8+ out of 10 in these months — if you must go, this is when:
Havelock's quieter cousin — coral, cycling, and the Natural Bridge rock arch that ends up in every Andaman photo.
Same coral island vibe with 1/10th crowd. Cycling paradise. Natural Bridge unique. Budget-friendly.
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