Andaman is a vast collection of inhabited and uninhabited Islands, a huge majority of which is restricted and unseen by tourists. This means there are thousands of hidden flora and fauna species, along with interesting geographical structures and breathtaking aesthetic locations – all of which remain unexplored by common visitors. But now you can get a glimpse of these pristine environments by visiting one of the most underrated locations in the whole of Andaman and Nicobar Islands – the Neil Island. With adventurous activities and soothing interactions with locals, a wonderful cuisine and untouched aesthetic locations, there are just too many things to do in Neil Island that must be discussed in detail. You can spend two or three days in Neil Island – which is just located at a distance of 3 to 4 hours by sea from the capital city of Port Blair – to get a complete cultural and adventurous experience of the many beauties of this place.
Creative and Adventurous Activities To Do in Neil Island for An Unfogetable Experience
1. Cycling on the Beach
Nowhere on Neil Island will you see locals and tourists using any vehicle other than the bicycle for daily work. Tourist cycles are available throughout the island and cost INR100 for the day. The island is so cycle friendly that if you do not want to use this vehicle the next best option is definitely to walk. There are many clean beautiful roads around the beach where you can cycle parallel to the crashing waves. You can even host friendly cycling competitions with your friends and family or go out for a solo exploration of the island itself. At the same time cycling on Neil Island is very different from cycling in our home town which makes it one of the most coveted tourist activities to do in Neil Island.
Entry fee: 100 INR per person per day
Opening and closing timings: bicycles can be rented for anytime of the day and have to be returned by 9:00 pm
Time taken to visit: from 3 hours to one day
2. Photography
Although these days a number of people have started visiting Neil island on the Trip to Andaman, there are still many wild and untouched locations for clicking pictures as well as sightseeing in Neil Island. Dense forests, unique geographical formations like the Howrah Bridge arch, glorious locations on the beach and the reef, several steep cliffs and hills etc. Make Neil Island an ideal place for wildlife and nature photographers to visit. If you want to click some unique photos for your social media, Neil Island will happily serve as a wonderful location for that as well!
Entry fee: no entry fee
Opening and closing timings: open 24 hours
Time taken to visit: minimum 3 to 4 hours
3. Sunset at Laxmanpur Beach
The kneel Island is mostly known for its snow white beaches and sparkling gem-like waters. The first and most visited of all beaches on Neil Island has to be the Lakshmanpur Beach. One cannot realize the fantastical beauty of this place unless one visits it themselves. It is here that you will find the famous Howrah bridge Rock formation which is a chosen place for Instagram photography, nature photography and exploring vegetation. Visiting Lakshmanpur Beach is the most popular among the things to do in Neil Island because of the sunset view that remains open for visitors everyday on its shores. You will be able to spot the frail, local wooden fishing boats returning on urgently lapping orange expanse of water as the sky slowly dims from blue to red to twilight.
Entry fee: no entry fee
Opening and closing timings: 7:00a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Time taken to visit: 2 to 3 hours
4. Snorkeling and Diving
Has it not always been on your bucket list to dive into the happening reaves of tropical Islands and come face to face with corals, sea turtles and shoals of colorful fishes? These days taking underwater videos while snorkeling or scuba diving have also become an exciting sport at the Neil Kamba village, one of the most scenic and pristine coastal villages of India. Trying out scuba diving for the first time away from the general crowds found in Port Blair is a motivating addition to the many things to do in Neil Island. If you do not have any suitable gear you can always rent some at the local agency!
Entry fee: 490 INR per person
Opening and closing timings: from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Time taken to visit: 20 to 30 minutes
5. Banana boat ride at Bharatpur beach
A group ride on this interesting boat is one of the most popular things to do in Neil Island. A banana boat is indeed shaped like a banana and surrounded by a floating pipe on both sides which gives it a shape like a raft. It is an adventure vehicle and one has to ride on it like a horse. One must have a great sense of balance in order to stay on the boat when the crashing waves hit on the reef! If you love swimming and sunbathing at the same time, this activity is definitely for you!
Entry fee: 345 INR per person for 20 minutes
Opening and closing timings: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Time taken to visit: 20 minutes
6. Jet ski ride
This is one of the most popular things to do in Neil Island because of the superior geographical location as compared to Port Blair. Another reason why tourists love jet ski rides on Neil Island can be the crowdless expanse of the shore where they can enjoy the activity in peace. You can rent a jet ski for 10 minutes at any local adventure sports agency. You can opt for a boat with an instructor or a boat without it, depending on your level of expertise. Most tourists agree that the unique bends of this shore and the gently curving geographical structure makes this Island an even better spot for jet skiing than Havelock.
Entry fee: 599 INR per person for 10 minutes
Opening and closing timings: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Time taken to visit: 10 minutes
7. Spotting turtles
Sir Hugh Rose Island is an exciting island a few kilometers away from the main Neil Kamba village. Visitors can go to this uninhabited little piece of land to enjoy just one thing – observing the many varieties of protected Andaman turtles that have made a home on these islands. You can easily access the so-called ‘Turtle Island’ from the village with the use of a tourist streamer or your own private rented boat. Apart from spotting turtles you can also use this experience to do many after tourist activities in Neil Island that we talked of in this list. From nature photography to land snorkeling and Island trekking, there is so much to discover on Sir Hugh Rose Island.
Entry fee: no entry fee
Opening and closing timings: open 24 hours
Time taken to visit: minimum 3 hours
Frequently Asked Questions?
A. Laxmanpur Beach is a famous location to enjoy the sunset on Neil Island. It is also the spot where some of the most happening activities to do in Neil Island can be accessed and experienced.
A. Sitapur beach is famous for beautiful sunrises. It is a secluded and picture perfect location with beautiful vegetation surrounding it.
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