India's Coastal Magic: Beaches That Glow In The Dark
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News1810-02-2026, 08:30

India's Coastal Magic: Discover Beaches That Glow In The Dark

  • Explore India's rare bioluminescent beaches where microscopic marine organisms create a magical neon blue glow.
  • Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island) and Shaheed Dweep (Neil Island) in Andaman & Nicobar offer night kayaking tours to witness the glow, especially from November to February.
  • Bangaram Island and its neighboring islets in Lakshadweep provide a pristine setting for bioluminescence, requiring permits for access.
  • Betalbatim Beach (Goa), Mattu Beach (Karnataka), Thiruvanmiyur Beach (Tamil Nadu), Aksa Beach (Maharashtra), and Padubidri Beach (Karnataka) are other spots where glowing waves have been reported.
  • Even Mumbai's bustling Juhu Beach has seen rare instances of bioluminescence, offering a unique urban natural wonder.

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