The Barefoot at Havelock

The best eco-lodge experience in Andamans. Your Amazing Andamans moments start right from the meet-and-greet team led by Rahul at the Port Blair airport and the staff who assist at the Haddo Jetty with your ferry travel. At the Barefoot Resort in Havelock, Susmita and her team welcomed us warmly into our “Nicobari Cottage”. Trilochan the Chef, Jagan the Restaurant Manager, and their team assisted by Varada prepared a sumptuous dinner. We were lucky to get a Kilo-Crab on the day we arrived. Reuben, the in-house naturalist charted our plans for a trek through the reserve forest, the marsh before we landed in the beautiful, white sand Elephanta beach. Reuben impresses us with his knowledge of the jungle, the terrain and the activities we had to pick. Back in the resort, the stunner is the pristine Radha Nagar beach to which one has access from the resort. You wouldn’t want to get back from the sun loungers under the shades of the mighty trees overlooking the beach. I could spend a lifetime here; dolce far niente. We were up for a surprise dinner on the last night of our stay, arranged by the Barefoot team. A sweet gesture indeed. The rooms are clean and spacious. They are well attended and air conditioned. Towels and bed linen were clean and smelled good. The housekeeping team did a great job. The network connectivity for Airtel is good (4G works inside the cottages and most part of the property). No TVs and loud music here.

The BEST experience I have ever had! Having been to most beach locations around the world, I think it is safe to say that Barefoot by Havelock is a gateway to one of the cleanest beaches in India, and the world, with blue and emerald waters, lush forests full of exotic and endemic wildlife, and a very clean beach. Nobody on the beach but you and your loved ones for as far as your eyes can see! The Nicobari cottages are spacious and comfortable, adding to the living amidst the nature vibe. The service and hospitality are impeccable!! Absolutely loved chatting with all the staff members at both the main desk and the restaurant. Everyone is super efficient, kind, and lovely. We were especially impressed by Reuben, one of the staff members in charge of organising the wilderness activities. His exceptional service and delightful demeanour significantly elevated our experience. We went on a Bird Watching tour with him around the resort and his immense knowledge and expertise had us hooked! He was a very endearing host and made our stay worthwhile. Scuba diving was the highlight of our trip, definitely do not miss if you love adventure! Barefoot’s scuba diving team was very professional and made us feel very comfortable and ready as first time divers. The experience was phenomenal and left us having our own “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara” moment. The restaurant is also quite lovely, great food, fast service, a bit pricey but has good portion sizes. All in all, definitely a 10/10 experience!

Fantastic place, I highly recommend it to solo travellers, families and couples alike. Super friendly staff, great food, quiet nature, and the beach is a dream come true. So beautifully built houses and comfortable tents as well. Thanks so much for a great stay! I recommend it to anybody.

Fabtastic location, superb ambience.. super tasty food, the beach is just 1 min distance and it is the best in asia. The staff is very nice and friendly. They have a no bar thats just super nice. Kids got complimetory juice. I loved the coconut prawns.

1)Location: I loved the location of this property, as it was a 2 minute walk from Radhanagar beach (voted one of the best in Asia). It is also just 2.5 kms away from the start of the Elephant beach trekking point; and just 5 - 7 minutes walk to the public bus stop. (It is about a 15- 20 minute drive from the Jetty) 2) Environment: Very nice forest vibe as the resort has taken care to maintain the flora and fauna in the area, and tried to retain as much of a jungle vibe as possible, ***** with all the modern amenities, to make your stay comfortable. 3) Very clean: The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean, with fresh sheets, fresh towels, etc. The shower area in my room had a sunroof, which was a bonus. 5) Staff: The staff were very helpful and paid attention to detail. Sandeep at the front desk was especially welcoming and guided me about the resort. He gave me a lovely surprise at the time of check in and ensured that I have very pleasant stay. 6) Activities: There is a nice bar and some live music in the evening, which makes things very relaxed. The resort also organises other activities like tree walks, night walks, etc which guests can enjoy.

Barefoot at Havelock was nothing short of magical! Nestled within the heart of a lush forest, it felt like stepping into another world where nature takes center stage. Living amidst towering trees and serene greenery brought a unique calm and beauty to the experience. The real highlight, though, was the pristine beauty of Radha Nagar Beach – untouched, breathtaking, and just a short walk away. This beach was easily one of the most beautiful I’ve seen, with powdery sand and clear turquoise waters. The icing on the cake was the unforgettable bird walk with Ruben. His knowledge and passion for the local birdlife made it a mesmerizing experience. Watching these beautiful birds in their natural habitat was an experience I’ll always cherish. Barefoot at Havelock was a dream, and I’ll definitely be back soon for more!