Posted on January 26, 2021January 27, 2021 by Singh Sisters — Leave a comment

Why is Jaisalmer Known as Golden City?

Rajasthan is full of breathtaking destinations, extravagant palaces, Aravali mountain range, lakes, temples and a lot more. It has a pink city called Jaipur, a blue city called Jodhpur. But did you know that it has an ethereal travel destination called Jaisalmer also known as Golden City. But why is Jaisalmer known as a golden city?

Well, well we will tell you everything about Jaiselmer that you need to plan a trip to the Golden City. We visited Jaiselmer in 2018 and it was one of our best trips together. You can also plan a vacation to the city of windmills, sand dunes and golden architecture and desert safari.

Jaisalmer The Golden City

Jaisalmer is a city on the western border of Rajasthan. The city is located on a ridge of yellowish sandstone and is crowned by the ancient Jaisalmer Fort. The fort has a royal palace and several ornate Jain temples. This is one of the rare forts which are still full of life, not a lifeless monument. The location of Jaiselmer is very interesting as it is located in the Thar desert. The yellowish sandstone gives the entire city a Golden feel.

In fact, all the structures in the entire city are made of yellow sandstone which gives this city a golden feel. Jaisalmer is named after Rawal Jaisal who founded the city in 1156 AD. Jaisalmer literally translates to Hill Fort of Jaisal.

The fort dominates the skyline and looks beautiful during all times of the day.

We stayed inside a beautiful airbnb inside the fort. And we recommend you try it, the place offers rooftop dining with an amazing view and lip-smacking cuisine.

How to Reach Jaisalmer?

Thanks to the super awesome roads of Rajasthan, you can easily drive to Jaisalmer from Delhi. Although the drive is 766 km long if you leave early morning then you can easily reach by the evening. You can also break the journey at Jaipur / Pushkar/Jodhpur. Then leave next morning for Jaiselmer. You can also reach Jaisalmer via flights or trains but these facilities are effected due to Corona outbreak.

Below is the route we took, we left Delhi at 11PM on a Friday night and reached Jodhpur at 9AM the next morning. We visited the Jodhpur fort followed by a nice lunch and then head on to Jaisalmer.

It was absolutely worth it!!

Places to Visit in Jaisalmer

There is a long list of the historical and architectural marvel that is found in Jaiselmer. For example Jaiselmer fort, Bada Bagh, Gadisar Lake, Nathmal-ki-Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli etc. And trust me all these places have their own beauty. We would recommend that you visit Bada Bagh, Gadisar Lake and the fort.

Other than these

Sam Sand Dunes: This is the place to experience the desert safari in the sand dunes of the Thar Desert in a classical JEEP. The beauty of this place, the expanse, the colours and vibes are just amazing.
Tanot Temple: It is another must-visit place. Tanot temple is located in a village close to the Pakistan border. It has a very interesting history. The temple was attacked by the Pakistan Army during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965. They fired 3,000 bombs at the temple. However, as per local lore, none of them exploded. Tanot was attacked again during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. This time also they could not harm the temple instead the IAF destroyed the tanks. Hence this place is a must-visit for the local, spiritual and historical context.
Desert National Park: If flora fauna and biodiversity interests you then you should visit this one of a kind national park.

If you’re looking for more ideas to travel this winters then go through our blog on ideas for winter vacation.

Rann of Kutch: A Destination For Winter Vacation

Here's what we did in Rann of Kutch

Since winters are here everyone seems to be going to beaches. But we some little birdie told us that you wanted to try something different from the cliched beach and mountain holidays. Well, Singh Sisters got your covered. In 2018 we travelled to the beautiful, exotic and different destination called Rann of Kutch. Rann of Kutch: A destination for a winter vacation that you would love to explore.

Rann of Kutch: An Introduction

Rann of Kutch is a white dessert. A sort of expanse of cracked earth, inland from the sea flat, deserted, white yet colourful and culturally rich in its own ways.

It is surrounded by a serene nothingness for miles. This nothingness is accompanied by a small oasis of water bodies and shrub forests which are homes for pink flamingoes and wild asses.

Geographically it is located in Kutch district of Gujarat. Some parts of it are in Sind, Pakistan.

Kutch is famous for Tribal hamlets with cylindrical mud bhungas (huts) which are the epicentre for Kutchi embroidery. People from this area do fabulous work with tie and dye, leatherwork, pottery, bell metal craft and the famous Rogan painting by the only surviving expert family. There is a Great Rann of Kutch and Little Rann of Kutch. Little Rann of Kutch is located approx. 200 km east of the Rann which houses the 4953-sq-km Wild Ass Sanctuary. It is home to the only remaining population of the chestnut-coloured Indian wild ass (khur), as well as blue-bulls, blackbuck and chinkara.

Our Itinerary

Day 1: So we left from Delhi at around 4 am in the morning and drove across Jaipur, Udaipur and almost after driving for 12 hours, we reached Ahmedabad. We stayed at Four Point Sheraton in Ahemdabad. We ate to hour heart’s content at Gordhan Thal in Ahmedabad and then rested.

2nd Day: Next morning we roamed around on the banks of Sabarmati River. The river is super clean and offers such breathtaking views. It is very fulfilling to see a full-fledged river flowing through a city. At around 10 am we left for Bhuj which is five hours drive from Ahemdabad. We stayed at the Regenta Hotel at Bhuj.

3rd Day: We went to see Bhuj city, the handicraft market, Lakhpat Fort and Aaina Mahal Palace. Had lots of food, fun and then came back to rest at the Hotel.

4rth Day: On the fourth day, we left for Kutch. What a beautiful experience it was for us. We got immersed in the nothingness of the white dessert. It was a void filled with joy. The camel rides, colourful cultural heritage of the place was just mesmerising. The location is super romantic as well.

5th Day: We left for Delhi at 7 am and reached Delhi after 18 hours of Drive at 1 am.

You can also stay in Kutch during the Rann Utsav. During this four-month festival, a grand Tent City of approx 400 tents is built. The festival started on 12 Nov 2020 and it will go on till 28 Feb 2020. You can have a great time with your family, partner and friends as well.

Have a colourful vacation in Kutch.

Read our blog on Travel Destinations for Your New Year Vacation 2020-21. And plan your trip to one of these destinations during the winters.

Posted on January 6, 2021January 20, 2021 by Singh Sisters — Leave a comment

Highest Temple of Lord Shiva: Tungnath Trek

Tungnath Trak

Trekking on mountains during the harsh winters is not everyone’s cup of tea! Except you! You baddass nomadic traveller. Singh sisters know how you love to explore the snow-capped white mountains and challenge yourself by going for a trek during the super harsh winters of North India. For badass like you, we are writing about one of the most sought after trekking destinations in India which also boasts of having the highest temple of Lord Shiva in India, Tungnath.

The trek is basically Chopta, Tungnath, and Chandrshila and if you don’t get tired due to travelling or trekking then you can easily do this trip in three days during an extended weekend

How To Reach Chopta?

Chopta is a small hill station at an altitude of 2600 m in Garhwal region of Uttrakhand. It is filled with meadows and evergreen forest area which is a part of Kedarnath wildlife sanctuary. This town is the base for trekking to Tungnath. Deli to Chopta is a beautiful 11 to 12 hours drive. You would drive along with tributaries of Ganga, Alaknanda and Bhagirathi. Beautiful unspoilt scenery of the drive will absorb you. If you don’t have your own vehicle, then you can take a bus to Haridwar from ISBT Kashmiri Gate and reaching Haridwar in the morning at around 4-5 am.

There is a GMOU (Garhwal Mandal (Bus) Operators’ Association) bus stand (Read geemu) almost 500m walk away from main Haridwar bus stand. You can ask anyone where is Geemu Bus Stand. You won’t get direct buses

So take a bus to Joshimath (Get down at Rudraprayag)

Change bus to Badrinath (Get down at Rudraprayag)

Change bus Gaurikund or Kedarnath (Get down at Kund)

Take the shared cab/sumo or Bolero to reach Chopta. Following this, you’re likely to reach Chopta before the end of the day.

Trekking And Stay in Chopta

You would find lots of camps in Chopta and nearby areas. You can stay in any of the camps for the night and start your trek early morning.

The trek to Chopta to Tungnath (4 km) is an easy trek. An average person might take 2.5 to 3 hours in completing the trek. Tungnath has the highest temple of Lord Shiva located at an altitude of 3680 m. There is Chandrashila above Tungnath which takes almost 40 mins to an hour. Start early in the morning at the dawn say at 6to 6:30 pm. You would reach Tungnath by 9:30 am. You can spend some time there, enjoy the beauty of the mountains, visit the temple if you wish and then move ahead to Chandrashila.

If you follow this itinerary then you’re likely to be back by 1 or 1:30 pm. You can have your lunch at the small Dhabas on the trail. It would take you almost half the time to go back than going up. So can be back latest by 3 pm even if you spend some time on the trek observing and absorbing the beauty of nature.

Come back to your camp, relax and then tomorrow start your journey back to Delhi.

Top five Vegan Dining Experiences in Delhi NCR

Vegan Restaurants in Delhi NCR

Are you planning a date with a partner or a dinner with your family? But not sure about the most happening dining places with super delicious vegan food for you. Well, don’t worry. Singh Sisters are here for your rescue. Since, we both are vegan, and stay in Delhi, we keep trying a bunch of vegan eating outlets.

Here is a list of a few very happening vegan restaurants in Delhi.

Greenr Cafe:

Greenr Cafe has one of the most comprehensive vegan menus in town. Their cashew cheese is super delicious. Their food is lip smacking and healthy as well. Vegan or not vegan, you should definitely try this place for the amazing food and ambience. It is located in Vasant Vihar.

Cafe Turtle:

The cafe has a branch in both Greater Kailash and Nizzamuddin. The cafe uses farm fresh ingredients and serves seasonal delicacies. It has also got charming interiors. You can enjoy sunset from the rooftop with mouth watering vegan meals. And you know what they have hoards of books as well for you to read. What else do you need?

Rose Cafe:

This cafe has a colourful vibe and a very pleasant interior. The cafe has an entire section dedicated to vegan dishes. There are a range of salads (pumpkin or beetroot), sandwiches, pasta, and a bunch of desserts as well. You will love this place and their food as well. It is located in Saket.

Perch Wine & Coffee Bar:

If you love the smell of coffee along with some super tasty vegan food then this is the place for you. It is an awesome place to chill with friends and especially the ones who love coffee or wine or both. The place has minimalistic interiors, a super cosy terrace to sit and chill vibes. Go have some good food and fun there.

Burma Burma:

This is a place with an entirely vegan menu. They serve Burmese food. The restaurant brings to you the delicious cuisine and culture of Myanmar in vegan style. The founder was brought up in Myanmar, which shaped this restaurant and its menu. It is also located in Saket. The place offers an exquisite dining experience.

Here are some more blogs you can read through, or visit us on Instagram

Posted on January 4, 2021January 4, 2021 by Singh Sisters — 1 Comment

Top Five Hidden Gems of Goa

Hidden Gems of Goa

Some things never go out of trend like a pair of blue denims and a trip to Goa. I am sure most of us have memories of the Goa trip in college, which never happened but we all kept planning it until we lost hope or it finally happened.

Goa is “The Destination” for beach lovers, travel lovers, nomads, love birds, families, college friends, office colleagues, nature lovers and for solo backpackers as well.

It is a destination that all travelers in India have on their bucket list. And we have had the good fortune of visiting this place guys!! And we have some hidden gems of Goa to share with you. So that you can plan a beachy cosy vacation during this winter.

1. Bamanbudo Waterfalls:

Yes I know Goa is mostly known for beaches but there are breathtaking waterfalls in Goa including Bamanbudo waterfall. This is one of the rare known locations. And perfect for some chill time absorbing the natures beauty and enjoy the melodious sound of waterfall. It’s a great location to have some peaceful time with your loved ones.

Location: Gaodongrem, Canacona district, South Goa

Accomodation: Turiya Villa & Spa, Mangaal Farmstay Goa, The Earthen Nest, and Drishti yoga international riverside

Betul Beach:

It is a typical coastal fishing village and one of the top hidden beaches in Goa. The beach has a 17th century fort, a small lagoon. You would need a Cavelossim-Assolna ferry across the Sal River in order to get here.

Location: Salcette district, South Goa

Accomodation: Casa Filipinha, The Leela Goa Beach Resort, Mayfair Resort, Holiday Inn Resort, Indy Waterfront Resort , River Castle

Bogmalo Beach:

This is a perfect place for the people who love peace and some water sports as well. Other than the natural beauty of crystal clear water, there is a beautiful village nearby. There are sea-facing accommodations as well. You can swim in the shallow water or scuba diving through the Goa Institute of Diving.

Location: Vasco de Gama near Dabolim Airport, South Goa

Accomodation: Bogmallo Beach Resort, Athi Resorts, Komforts Stay, and Joets Guesthouse are some accommodations that you can explore.

Butterfly Beach:

Ohh yeah the name gets you going. This is one of the most beautiful yet hidden places in Goa. You can spot dolphins, crabs and a wide variety of butterflies here. The beach has powdery white sand. One can get here via a boat from Palolem or Agonda beach, or trek to it through the lush jungles surrounding it.

Location: Palolem, South Goa

Accomodation: The Nest, Crystal Goa Emerald Edition, Art Prive, Bamboo Yoga, Laguna Vista Beach Huts, Patnem Garden Resort

Cumbarjua Backwater Canal:

Let’s take you through another unexplored beauty of Goa, Cumbarjua canal. You would have to take a Backwater Cruise ride through a thick mangrove forest and marshes of this canal and spot crocodiles sunbathing lazily on the banks. This narrow creek and fascinating village of Cumbarjua should definitely be on your list during your goa trip.

Location: On the banks of Mandovi river, Cumbarjua, North Goa

Netravali (A Bubbling Lake):

Hidden from the commercial travel experiences of Goa, this small muddy pond is a must visit for you, especially when you want a natural fish spa!! Natural gases like Methane below the lake make continuous bubbles emerging from the surface of the . Other than the bubbles, one can also dip their feet in the clean water and delight themselves with a free Fish Spa!

Location: Sanguem district, South Goa

Accomodation: Mangaal Farmstay Goa, The Earthen Nest, FOUR SEASONS FARM, Drishti yoga international riverside, Turiya Villa & Spa

Romantic Weekend Getaways Close to Delhi

Most Romantic Weekend Getaways Close to Delhi

A week full of calls, meetings, project reports, cooking, washing dishes and so much other work, we seek a few movements of peace with the love of our life.

A couple of quiet days with our partners away from the hustle bustle of city life is enough to recharge our batteries. That’s why we are bringing the most romantic weekend getaways close to Delhi.

Lansdowne:

It is a small and unspoilt hill station which is just five hours drive from Delhi. The place is filled with lush green forests, rivers and beautiful properties located amidst the greenery. There are many locations close to the hill station where you can stay and spend some quality time your #bae. Do visit the Tarkeshwar temple. It’s nestled in a valley surrounded by a thick cedar and pine forest. The location is extremely beautiful.

Distance from Delhi: 261 kms

Location: 45 kms from Kotdwar, Uttrakhand

Neemrana:

If you don’t have a lot of time for a long drive to reach the destination but need a hideout with your love then Neemrana can suit you well. It’s an industrial cum historical town in Rajasthan and not far off from Delhi. Neemrana fort Palace is the biggest attraction of the town. The palace has been turned into a hotel and is one exotic experience to witness. The palace is an ideal site for a magical weekend.

Distance from Delhi: 122 kms

Location: Alwar District of Rajasthan on Delhi – Jaipur Highway

Pushkar:

If you can manage to drive for eight hours and steal three to four days from your hectic schedule then Pushkar can be a perfect weekend getaway with plenty of romantic dining and stay options. The small town is nestled in the green hills of Aravali and adjacent to another beautiful town that you can explore and that is Ajmer. There are properties like The Westin, Ananta and Taj for romantic dinners and many beautiful cafes.

Distance from Delhi: 425 Kms

Location: 15 Kms from Ajmer and 200 kms from Jaipur in Rajasthan

Manesar:

Manesar is a small town with a very large number of resorts in different ranges. Few of the best properties in that area are ITC Grand Bharat, Lemon tree Premier and Heritage Village resort many more. If you want to have a relaxing and romantic weekend away from city life but without having to drive a lot then this is the place for you. Just book the property of your choice and be in your zone for two days.

Distance from Delhi: 60 kms

Location: Gurugram District, Haryana

Shoghi:

Shoghi is a small suburb town in Solan at the height of 1790 m. It is an ideal destination of nature lovers and couples seeking some solitude in the mountains but not too far from Delhi. It is almost 13 kms from Shimla. You would have plenty of options to roam around and have fun if you wish or else you can just choose to have romantic walks in the woods. Aamod at Shoghi is one of the best properties in that area.

Distance from Delhi: 329 kms

Location: Shoghi, Solan District, Himachal Pradesh

Have a cosy, romantic and super joyous weekend guys!! Lots of love from Singh Sisters.

Travel Destinations for Your New Year Vacation 2020-21

Travel Destinations for Your New Year Vacation

New year is coming and we can’t keep calm. (We are secretly hoping that 2021 would be better for travel than 2020, sigh!!)

We know that you guys have not travelled much in 2021 and you desperately need a vacation. But trying to find a location, booking, planning an itinerary, huh so much work.

Well, Singh sisters are here to make life easier for you. We have made a short list of five locations which are perfect for a cosy vacation during this chilling winter, away from the hustle of daily life with your loved ones. Let’s get going

1. Hampi

Hampi is the only place of its kind with rich cultural history from different eras, breathtakingly beautiful terrain and spiritual contentment. It is located on the bank of river Tungbhadra, in east Karnataka. Group of Monuments at Hampi have been declared as UNESCO world heritage sites. This place is mentioned in Ramayana as Kiskindha and in Puranas as Pampa Teerth Kshetra. It was the capital of the Vijaynagar Empire in the 14th century. It was the most prosperous, developed and wealthy city of its times. Its ruins speak of its rich cultural heritage and history. You can reach here from Bangalore and Goa by overnight buses or trains. If you have not already visited this place then you must for a fulfilling vacation.

HAMPI, KARNATAKA ON A BYCYCLE

What did we do on our 2nd day in Hampi

2. Pushkar

Pushkar is a small town 15 kms from Ajmer and almost 425 kms from Delhi. From the rest of India you can reach Jaipur via flight or train and then from there you can reach Pushkar by road. Pushkar is a highly popular destination among foreigners and that’s why it has hundreds of cafes with all kinds of cuisine, so many high profile resorts like The Westin and stays for all budgets and categories. The main attraction is the Brahma Sarovar around which the entire town is established. The ghats of the sarovar are extremely serene, beautiful and peaceful. And even more so during the sunrise and sunset. There is a big market around the sarovar. There are sand dunes, and desert safari too. Terrain of Pushkar is very beautiful with hills and sand dunes. You should also visit Ajmer which has a big lake called Anasagar, and looks extremely beautiful during sunset and sunrise.

3. Alleppey

It has now been renamed as Alappuzha. It is a small beautiful town in Kerala. If you’re a water baby and love being surrounded by it then this is the place for you. It is a hub of backwaters. The city boasts of a vast network of waterways. It is referred to as Venice of the East but I feel it does not do justice to the unique natural beauty of this place. It is one of the oldest planned towns in India and also the cleanest as well. Experience the breathtaking beauty, thousands of houseboats, rich cultural vibe of Kerala, delicious food and peace. What else do you need for a vacation?

4. Andman and Nicobar

If you wish to go for a ultra romantic location that has soul satisfying beaches without having to go abroad then Andman and Nicobar islands is the place for you. It is a union territory of India, and a group of 572 islands at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea. Of these 37 are inhabited. The islands have beautiful beaches, ultra exotic locations and resorts. It is an ideal destination to spend quality time with your partner.

VISIT HAVELOCK ISLAND IN ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR IN JUST INR 50,000

5. Orchcha, Madhya Pradesh

Orchcha is a small hidden gem located on the border of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. It is only eight hours drive away from Delhi and 18 kms from Jhansi. This town has a unique combination of historical, scenic, cultural and spiritual ecosystem. It is a small island of sorts located between the tributaries of River Betwa boasting of beautiful views, monuments, palace, fort complex, temples, and resorts as well. In fact, this location is ideal for a pre wedding photoshoot, bird watching, or spending quality time in nature with your loved ones. There is a huge forest around the town through which Betwa flows. I can bet you, you will fall in love with this beautiful town. The best property to stay here is Bundelkhand Riverside Hotel. It has got the views which you won’t get from anywhere in Orchha.

Here are some other places you can visit:

Pondicherry in less than INR 20,000
Neemrana Fort Palace
Top 10 Instagrammable Spots in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Posted on December 4, 2020January 20, 2021 by Singh Sisters — 2 Comments

Plan a Five Day Trip to Auroville and Pondicherry

Planning a Trip to Auroville & Pondicherry?

2020 hasn’t been the best of year for travels but hey better late than never. Since, the toughest year of our lives is about to end, let’s close the year in style.

But how exactly to do that? Well, by planning a trip with your loved ones to the super cosy beaches of Pondicherry (Puducherry) and peaceful trails of the only city of its kind Auroville.

When life gives you a lemon, make a lemonade and in a situation like that last year we planned a girls time out from our hectic full time jobs. Amrit and I along with my best friend for the last 30 years planned a five day trip to Pondicherry and Auroville.

Guess what? It was a loooooott of fun!!

We took two flights to reach Chennai airport and then from there we drove to reach our hotel (Shenbaga Hotel, Pondicherry) and obviously we were too tired to do anything. We just took our beauty sleep and woke up to explore the new world.

We headed to Auroville.

Auroville is an experimental township and only one of its kind in the entire world ( You bet! ).

In the words of founder Mirra Alfassa “Auroville wants to be a universal town where men and women of all countries are able to live in peace and progressive harmony, above all creeds, all politics and all nationalities. The purpose of Auroville is to realize human unity.”

The highlight of the town is the Matrimandir which is an architectural marvel of its kind. There are beautiful trails, forest, organic cafes, organic farms and canteens and residential space for the residents. This town accommodates thousands of people from over 50 countries.

How amazing is that?

We also spent some time at Solitude Cafe, Sauce n toss also and La Boutique d’ Auroville. Auroville will leave a mark on your soul with its serenity.

Well, Day 3 and 4 were reserved for Pondicherry. We went for exploring White Town in Pondicherry. We had some delicious breakfast at Hot Breads and they made me a vegan burger as well. Yaaaay!!!

White Town is a calm place with friendly people. The entire place has a serene vibe. This place is best explored over foot. Cafe de Arts is a beautiful cafe with visually appealing ambience and a boutique as well. White Town has lots of amazing places to eat and hang out.

Paradise Beach

If you love to see nature in all its glory then you should make it a point to see this beach. The beach is untouched in a way since one has to hop on a boat, travel through backwaters to reach the beach.

Well, a heavenly ride to reach the paradise I would say. You should make it a point to visit this beach when you’re in Pondicherry.

Roaming around on trails of Auroville and streets of Pondicherry with our girl gang recharged our batteries for fighting the world. Next day we packed our bags with lots of memories and headed home!

Here are some other trips we have taken in the past:

Posted on April 17, 2020July 7, 2020 by Singh Sisters — 1 Comment

2 day staycation in Jaipur

Staycation in Jaipur, Rajasthan

Jaipur has now become our second home as it is the closest to Delhi. For us Delhi -ites, Jaipur is just a couple of hours away and is the perfect destination to plan a staycation for. In the past one year, we have been to Jaipur like 6 to 7 times. Each time we visit, we pick one historical place to visit which makes the weekend trip less tiring.

Our last trip to Jaipur was in December 2019 when we decided to take out two days from our busy schedule and go visit the Amer Fort. All 6 times we visited Jaipur, we have stayed at different resorts, homestay’s, Airbnbs. In December we stayed at a Airbnb in Vaishali Nagar.

The Airbnb is super affordable and luxurious for just INR 1500 per night. You can book it here For reference you can see video below..

Our second recommendation is a Resort called Tree of Life Resort just 20 kms outside of Jaipur.

A beautiful extensive property just outside Jaipur with an earthy Rajasthan look and feel. The resort has one bedroom and two bedroom Villas. We booked the one bedroom villa for three people. It costed us INR 10000 per night including breakfast.

The villa’s room opens right into the private pool. There is an outside jacuzzi just next to the pool and an open spa. A perfect villa to spend the weekend and rejuvenate for the busy city life.

The property has a beautiful infinity pool with the perfect ambience for outdoor tea or brunch. See video below for visuals of the villa

Check out some of our other Vegan Recipes like Pizza Dough and Pizza

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Posted on April 15, 2020July 8, 2020 by Singh Sisters — 1 Comment

Visit Havelock Island in Andaman and Nicobar in just INR 50,000

We visited the beautiful Havelock Island in Andaman and Nicobar in September 2019. It is safe to say that 2019 was indeed a beautiful year after being stuck in a lockdown in 2020.

We are grateful we get to travel so often and share it with the world so that everyone can see the beautiful places we visited.

Our trip required a lot of planning as there is literally no network in Andaman so no chance of missing out on any bookings. We had to do some extensive research on how to reach Havelock island from Andaman and how to figure out which is the best ferry to book.

We booked our tickets to Andaman in July 2019 a few months ahead of time. The tickets costed us INR 13000 for a one week trip. We started looking up on ways to reach Havelock Island as soon as we booked out tickets because we wanted to spend the entire week in Havelock. We were going for a rather peaceful vacation away from all the city buzz and with no network it was going to be an added advantage for us, it immediately meant no office calls.

Why should you go to Havelock Island?

Havelock Island is a hidden gem in India known for its serenity and white sand beaches. We went to the Island for the same reasons. We were looking for a peaceful place to spend a week without having to worry about work or home. Our first day on Havelock Island and we came across the most beautiful, peaceful sight on the Kalapathar Beach at Sunrise. Please see image below. It has been shot on our professional Camera

What is the best way to reach Havelock Island from Andaman?

The best way to reach Havelock Island is by Ferry. Once you reach the Andaman Airport, you will find a number of taxi drivers outside the airport who will take you to the jetty for INR 200. We had a couple of hours extra before our ferry so we asked our taxi driver to take us to the famous Jail in Andaman. After spending an hour at the Jail, it is a must if you are in Andaman.

We reached the Jetty just in time to realize that we booked the it for August 19th and immediately called our ferry ticket provider. They told us to purchase new tickets from the counter and our refund will be processed. Luckily, the counter had seats available and we got tickets to board the ferry.

The best ferry is Makruzz and you can book it here. We booked the deluxe seats for INR 1918 for one way. Both side ferry costed us INR 3600

How to reach your hotel from the Jetty in Havelock Island?

Once you reach the jetty in Havelock. Pick your luggage and head towards the jetty gate. Here is the number of the person we took our Scooty from. He is very helpful and will arrange your Scooty at the jetty and will personally drop your luggage to the Hotel you are staying.

Mohan : 9476071932 ( He will even help you book Scuba Diving and all other activities in Havelock Island)

Best Hotels to book in Havelock Island

We stayed at the Symphony Palm Resort which is on the same road as the Kalapathar Beach famous for sunrise. We stayed at the resort for 6 days. Per night cost INR 4000 for two people including breakfast

The resort is built on the beach which is a plus as you get to spend time along the beach just reading books and looking at the beautiful water and the white sand.

Activities in Havelock

Night Kayaking with Tanaz is on top of our list. I believe there is nothing like this in the world. She takes about 6 people in a group each night. Her Kayaking tour is more than just kayaking through the mangroves at night. It is about the Bioluminescence in water and how to spot the north star. Tanaz will ask you to do a back row to see the light in the water. That was the highlight of the tour. Every time you slow down, you will see the entire group playing with the Bioluminescence which is also the highest near the Mangroves.

Fun Fact: The bioluminescence provides oxygen to the nursing fishes near the Mangroves.

She also explains the constellations and stars in the sky with her lazer light which is again such a fun activity. Don’t forget to book your spot a month in advance. For booking you can drop her an email on tanaznoble@gmail.com

Trek to the Elephant Beach

We went in the off season so the beach was all muddy and it had rained in the morning so you can imagine the state. We still chose to trek to the beautiful beach. There are guides outside to help you trek through the jungle and we opted for one. Thank god we did as the mud was coming till our knees. He even gave me stick to catch and move in the mud. I was totally dependent on him to get across. We saw so many people falling in the mud but it was totally worth it when you see the beach on the other end. He took INR 400 for the guide.

Once you get out on the beach, there are plenty of things to do there. You can opt for Snorkeling and it is said to be the best for snorkeling. You will also find beautiful trees on this beach where you can click some nice pictures for instagram

Sunrise on Kalapathar Beach

For sunrise, I would suggest wake up as early as 4:30 AM to go to the Kalapathar Beach. There you will find the famous tree branch where everyone will be clicking pictures and watching the sunrise.

At Kalapathar Beach, one can get pretty creative with photography as the sun, sky and the beach is at its best with perfect lighting. Below is a representation of our creativity at this beach. It took us an hour to find the perfect stone to create this photograph.

Sunset on Radhanagar Beach

Go to the beach at 4 PM if you want to witness the beautiful sunset colors and make a time lapse.

Cafes in Havelock

Anju CoCo Cafe

We had heard a lot about this cafe before visiting Havelock Island and definitely wanted to form our own opinion about it. In our opinion also it is one of the best cafes on the Island. We ended up going there for dinner everyday.

Cuisines: Seafood, American
Timings: Open on all the days from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Cost: INR 250 for two
Location: Beach No. 5, Vijay Nagar, Havelock Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Irish – Indian Cafe

This famous cafe run by an Irish-Indian couple is the place to be! The cool thatched-roof ambience near the popular Beach No. 5 and the finger-licking good seafood make a visit here beyond incredible.

Cuisines: Indian, Seafood, American, and Asian
Timings: Open on all the days from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Cost: INR 500 for two
Location: Dive India, Beach 5, Havelock Island, India

Restaurant at Barefoot At Havelock

This restaurant at Barefoot At Havelock is the best place to visit if you wish to have the most incredible fine dining experience in Havelock. Apart from delicious cuisines, it also serves an array of spirits and wine that can make your night even more special.

Cuisines: Continental, Indian, and Seafood
Timings: NA
Cost: NA
Location: Beach No. 7, Radhanagar Village, Havelock Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

That’s all folks!!

Hope this blog is helpful in planning your trip and budgeting your trip.

Have a nice day!