The Most Romantic Beaches in the Andamans for Couples

The Andamans have some of the best beaches in India, and a few of them are especially good for couples. The difference between them is not the sand. It is the light, the privacy and what you do there.

This guide picks the beaches that suit a honeymoon or an anniversary, and says when to go to each.

Havelock at the end of the day.

Radhanagar Beach, Havelock

Radhanagar is the beach everyone talks about, and it earns it. A long curve of white sand, backed by forest, with calm turquoise water. The sun sets straight into the sea.

• Go late, about an hour before sunset, when the light is golden and the crowds thin.

• Walk to the far end for more privacy.

• Swim with care, as lifeguards patrol only part of it.

See our Radhanagar guide.

Kalapathar Beach, Havelock

Kalapathar is smaller and quieter, with black rocks against white sand and a line of trees along the shore. It faces east, so it is a good sunrise spot.

• Go at sunrise, when the beach is nearly empty.

• Bring a flask of tea. There are few stalls early in the morning.

See the Kalapathar guide.

Laxmanpur Beach, Neil Island

A long, open beach on Neil's west coast with a famous sunset. It is slower and more rural than Havelock. Walk along the shore at low tide and stay for the sky. See the Laxmanpur guide.

Bharatpur Beach, Neil Island

Bharatpur is the swimming beach, with clear shallows and a reef near the shore. It suits couples who like the water, and the morning is the best time. See the Bharatpur guide.

Radhanagar at golden hour.

A romantic plan

1. Day 1: Radhanagar for the golden hour, with dinner at your resort.

2. Day 2: Kalapathar at sunrise, then a snorkelling trip.

3. Day 3: ferry to Neil. Bharatpur in the morning and Laxmanpur at sunset.

For a longer trip, see the 6-day itinerary and the where to stay guide.

Tips for couples

• Book beachside stays on Havelock, because the beaches are far apart.

• Time the tide for Neil's beaches.

• Avoid weekends and holidays if you want quiet.

• Respect the rules on camping, fires and drones.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the most romantic beach in the Andamans?

Radhanagar for sunset, and Kalapathar for sunrise.

Which beach is best for swimming?

Bharatpur on Neil, and the calm end of Radhanagar.

When is the best season?

October to May.

Do I need to book a stay in advance?

Yes, from December to February.

Can I do all four?

Yes, in a trip of five or six days.

Plan your Andaman days with us

We time each beach for the light and the tide, and plan the ferries around them. Explore the Andaman destination page or talk to a trip designer.

Photo credits

Havelock sunset: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0. Radhanagar: see the photo credits on our Radhanagar guides. Both via Wikimedia Commons.