Activity Summary: |
👉Trip Starts: Elephant Beach
👉Activity Type: Fun and Adventure.
👉Suitable For: Adults and Children.
👉Age Limit: 2 to 60 Years.
👉Ride Duration: 30 Minutes.
👉Safety Features: Live Guard and Life Jacket Provided.
👉Transfer: Reach on Your Own Cost.
👉Swimming Skills: Not Required.
Inclusions: |
✅Boat Ride
✅Life Jacket
✅Guide
Exclusions: |
❌18% GST will be applicable.
❌ To reach Elephant Beach is at your own cost.
Important Note: |
✅ Speed boat departures from Havelock Jetty to Elephant Beach operate between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM. No boats are available after this time.
✅ The last boat to Elephant Beach from Havelock Jetty is at 12:00 PM.
Ride Highlights
Location Overview
Unique Underwater Experience
What You’ll See
Boat Design
Memorable Visuals
Why Choose This?
Tour Details
Family-Friendly
This is an extraordinary kind of ride that can be experienced in the Andaman Islands in India. All you have to do is just sit on this special boat whose bottom is built with transparent glass. As it sails through the sea, you can have a glimpse of the water. Thus, without even getting inside the water, you can explore the rich marine life of the island. Going for the glass-bottom boat ride at Elephant Beach can be the highlight of your entire vacation.
Havelock Island (now known as Swaraj Dweep) is the sought-after destination for glass-bottom boat ride in the Andamans. Elephant Beach here is popular for its wonderful underwater world that is one of its kinds. Moreover, reaching there is also quite easy.
Glass-bottom boat ride in Havelock Island is a guided tour. First, a safety demonstration video is shown to the passengers. The memorable journey begins after that. Unravel the vast mysteries of the endless ocean via a transparent bottom. All that without requiring to wet even your toes. The trained experts on board will explain about the splendid underwater world of the island.
You will be able to save yourself from the last-minute hassle if you book your slot for glass-bottom boat ride at Elephant Beach in advance. During peak season, getting a slot of your choice for this water activity in the Andamans becomes very difficult.
In India, Glass-bottom boat ride is only available in the Andaman Islands. It is not offered anywhere else across the country. Havelock Island in this untouched Indian union territory is a treasure house of a number of enthralling adventure activities and adrenaline junkies from all over the world come here to experience this special boat ride. You can have a close encounter with the diverse marine life via a glass bottom. Capture the entire experience in your camera and cherish it forever!
The complete ride at Elephant Beach is generally for twenty minutes for a group of six to eight persons. However, the duration can be increased if you want. In that case, the charges will be more as well.
Apart from Swaraj Dweep, you can enjoy this water activity at other places also in the Andaman Islands. Port Blair, the capital town of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is a very popular destination for the glass-bottom boat ride. You can sail from Water Sports Complex to North Bay Coral Island or from Port Blair to Jolly Buoy Island. You can also do it at North Bay Beach as it is also known for its wonderful underwater world.
Bharatpur Beach in Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) is also a good spot for a glass-bottom boat ride. It is quite popular there.
For exploring the underwater world, Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) is an awesome location. Its Elephant Beach is quite popular for this enthralling water activity owing to its clear waters and low currents.
During this ride at this beach, one can witness a variety of kaleidoscopic coral reefs, sea turtles, colorful fishes, etc. through the glass.
There is an ultra-durable window that is shaped like a spheroid in the modern glass-bottom boat. If you want to explore the rich marine life of Havelock Island without getting wet, then this ride is the best way to do so. You can see diverse varieties of corals, sea turtles, etc. through the transparent glass at the bottom. The view of marine species is truly spectacular for everyone.
The ride is of 20 minutes and costs around Rs.750. On a single boat, a couple of people together can enjoy the ride. Home to rich and diverse marine life, the Andamans is the best place to explore the underwater world. If you don’t want to get wet, then the best way is to see the marine world by taking this special ride. The deep and calm waters of Havelock Island are full of colorful corals and marvelous fishes, and you can witness them from the convenience of a boat with a transparent bottom. The exotic underwater world here is one of its kinds.
The charges for this mesmerizing boat ride starts from Rs.750 per head. It is pocket-friendly and offers complete worth to your money.
If you are someone who want to witness the incredible marine life of Havelock Island but don’t want to get wet, then a glass-bottom boat ride at Elephant Beach is your best bet. If you want to spend some good time with your travel companions by indulging in an adventurous water activity together, then also this exciting activity is the best. Explore the ocean surrounding the island like never before while enjoying the views of the vast sea and flying through the waves. Get a glimpse of the blue sea through the transparent bottom of your boat. This enjoyable experience can be cherished by everyone, be it kids or adults.
Anyone can go for the glass-bottom boat ride at Elephant Beach. There is no age restriction as such.
The months from November to April are the best months to go for the glass-bottom boat ride in Havelock Island. One can enjoy this activity even more as the weather during this time is very pleasant.
Knowing swimming is not needed for enjoying a glass-bottom boat ride. Also, everyone is given a life jacket when you are going for it.
The durability and reliability of glass-bottom boats is unmatched. There should be absolutely no doubt about it. These boats are absolutely safe. The idea behind this special kind of boat is to give an alternative option rather than scuba diving or snorkeling to get a sneak peek into what really happens under the water of the island. The bottom of the boat is transparent and thus, it provides an enhanced view of the marine world. It is made of multiple layers and sections of glass, and thus, you don’t need to worry about it breaking and the boat sinking.
The level of difficulty for this enthralling ride is absolutely none. You just have to sit and enjoy looking at the abundant marine life while following the given instructions. Nothing else is required at all.
Havelock Island Beach Resort is a popular beachfront property in Swaraj Dweep. It is a luxurious resort that offers you great comfort. Its rooms are super comfy, lavish, and well-equipped with all kinds of modern facilities and amenities. You can book your slot for this adventure activity at the resort as well. Its expert hospitality team will be at your service 24/7.
The property will also make your other bookings such as ferry transfers, airport transfers, etc. Its team will make sure that you get the best.
Shaheed Dweep is a great place for taking a glass-bottom banana boat ride owing to rich marine life and clear waters. It is absolutely safe for everyone. When in the Andamans, go for this adventure activity if you want to witness something extraordinary.
Yes, kids of all age groups are allowed for this ride as the whole experience is quite educational and highly fun-filled. They would definitely love spending time where they can see marine life in its natural setting.