Things to do in Neil Island
The serene setting of Neil Island is the centre for many fun-filled and adventure activities. Some of these include:-
1. Neil Island 3 Point Tour: As the name suggests, the Neil Island 3 Point Tour is a tour of the three most popular beaches on the island. The excursion begins with a visit to the natural rock formations or the Bharatpur beach followed by the spectacle of sunset at the Lakshmanpur Beach. A visit to the natural bridge made entirely out of corals and Sitapur Beach in the island is included in the tour as well.
2. Snorkeling and Scuba Diving: The corals and marine life of Neil Island are quite intriguing, and you wouldn't want to miss out on exploring the same! A number of small lagoons in Ramnagar and Laxmanpur beaches provide the perfect chance to snorkel and scuba dive your way to our underwater friends. Most resorts in Neil rent snorkelling gear and you can contact Indian Scuba Explorers, Dive India, and Scuba Lov if you wish to indulge in this activity. If you are lucky you can spot a Dugong, the state animal of Andaman Islands.
3. Beach time: There can be no better way to explore the charming terrain of Neil Island than to just sit back and bask in the glory of the sun shining above. Grab a drink and your favourite snacks and watch the day pass you by as you spend your time lazying around in the beach.
4. Explore Neil Island on a 2 wheeler or Bicycle: If you are in the mood for a little exploring adventure, you can ride your way to the island on the back of a Moped or bicycle. Rentals are quite easily available and the roads are rider-friendly as well.
5. Jungle Treks: Beckon the adventure junkie in you and go for a quick hike through the jungles of Neil Island, where you can acquaint yourself with the gentle beasts of Andaman.
How to Reach Neil Island
A ferry can be taken from Havelock Island to Neil Island. You can also take a ferry from Port Blair to Neil ISland. Ferry timing from Port Blair to Neil (via Havelock) is 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. The fare for the same is INR 195, INR 250 or INR 350 depending on the type of service you choose.
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Tips
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 in Neil are common during the evenings. Carry mosquito repellents.4. Petrol is hard to come by. Enquire about petrol availability before renting a scooter.
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