Neil Island Tourism (2020) - India > Top Places, Travel Guide

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"The Vegetable Bowl of Andamans"

Neil Island Tourism

Neill Island is a part of the South Andaman Administrative District and belongs to Ritchie’s Archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. A part of the massive ocean separates it from Ross Island and Havelock Island, Tourists visiting Havelock often make a day-long trip to Neill Island. Perhaps the most endearing feature of this island is its three sandy beaches, namely Bharatpur Beach, Sitapur Beach and Lakshmanpur Beach. The forest cover has reduced considerably due to the cultivation of rice but a section in the north-west of the island is being preserved actively.

The regions where the forest cover is lost has a couple of degrees or so higher temperature than the region with enough flora. Nonetheless, Neill Island is the major supplier of vegetables to most regions of the Andaman Islands. Due to its limited area, Neill Island can be covered with a simple walk. All three beaches are exquisite and extraordinarily clean and are well-connected to the mainland as well.

1. Sitapur Beach, Andaman-nicobar-islands

Sitapur Beach is also known as Beach number 5 or Sunrise Beach. is mostly known for its enchanting golden sunrises and sunsets, it is absolutely safe to swim in. There are very few places offering foo (Read More)d and drink options, so you are advised to carry your own. Sitapur Beach can be reached by a Jetty or ferry from Port Blair to Neil Island.

Laxmanpur Beach 1, Andaman-nicobar-islands

Laxmanpur Beach 1, located on Neil Island is known for its beautiful sunset. The sunset point is located right next to the beach. Offering amazing views of the sunset, one can relax and enjoy the view (Read More) being seated at the huts and benches by the shore. Reach 15 mins before the sunset to catch a spot.

Laxmanpur Beach 2, Andaman-nicobar-islands

Located on Neil Island, Laxmanpur Beach is a long beach divided into two parts: Laxmanpur Beach I known for its mesmerising sunsets and Laxmanpur Beach II known for the two natural arch bridges or How (Read More)rah Bridge. The abundance of corals and marine life on the shores during the low tide is popular among visitors. Walking towards the natural arch bridge can be a bit tricky as you will have to walk over the dead corals, so it is highly recommended to wear proper footwear. You can also spot a myriad of marine life here.

Must Know Before You Visit Neil Island

1. Only two ATMs and limited money exchange facilities are available in Neil Island, so it is advisable to carry enough cash for your transactions.
2. Boats often get delayed or stalled due to weather conditions in Neil, so make travel plans with buffer time in mind.
3. Mosquitoes are common in the evenings. Carry mosquito repellents.
4. Petrol is hard to come by. Enquire about petrol availability before renting a scooter.