Places to Visit at Neil Island

Port Blair is the capital of the Andaman Islands, where every visitor will first land, whether travelling by air or by sea. So, this is the first spot every traveler will explore on their vacation to Andaman. The second most popular destination that every Andaman traveler goes to is Havelock Island – the largest island of the archipelago of hundreds of islands. But, there is also another very beautiful island just 40 kilometers from Port Blair that every Andaman visitor must visit – Neil Island. This island, with its vast agriculture, is known as the “vegetable bowl” of Andaman! To visit this place, you can book a ferry to Neil Island with Andaman Holiday Packages that will help you reach there in no time with utmost comfort and the best price guarantee.

Beaches

There are many beaches in Neil Island to explore, the most popular ones being those that have been named after the mythological characters of the epic Ramayana. These are the RamNagar Beach, Laxmanpur Beach, Sitapur Beach, and Bharatpur Beach. Each of these is amazingly beautiful giving a serene feeling to every visitor.

Howrah Bridge

One of the most famous places in Neil Island is the Howrah Bridge, which has two living natural corals formed like a bridge. It is a naturally formed bridge and one of the main attractions of the island. Stretching from the mainland to the shore, creating a wonderful arch with wild green vegetation growing on its surface, it is indeed a natural wonder! You can walk along the rocky shore to see the various coral formations, tide pools, and diverse marine life including star fish, crabs, and octopus. However, you need to wear perfect foot gear and walk carefully as it is a difficult walking spot. You must make it a point to visit the Howrah Bridge at sunrise. Also, make sure to visit this place only during low tides. There is also a Deal Coral Beach there that is suitable for trekking only, and not any water activities. You can also get your loved ones lots of souvenirs from this beach.

Festivities and events

You can also experience the unique festivities celebrated at the Neil Island by the native Bengalis; the most popular one being the Subhash Mela. The people there showcase their tradition and culture in a very delightful way through folk dances and music. Another popular event is the Island Tourism Festival, which is celebrated for ten consecutive days by the locals. The event showcases music, dancing, drama, arts and crafts, and exhibitions. Other festivities include magic shows and puppet shows for children. While the Subhash Mela is held in January for a week, the Island Tourism Festival is held at the start of winter. So, if you are visiting Andaman during those times, make sure to visit these events.

Activities

You can also indulge in various water activities like swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, boating, skiing, banana rides, fishing, and more while you are here. Or, you can also rent a cycle and go cycling to experience the small but beautiful island on your own. Neil Island also provides amazing opportunities for forest trekking.

So, whenever you plan to visit Andaman, don't forget to book a ferry to Neil Island, and explore these amazing beaches and wonders.