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Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) is closed in September
Monsoon (June–September) brings rough seas and ferry cancellations to Neil Island. Water sports and snorkelling are unavailable. Best October–May for calm waters and beach experiences.
Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
Quieter Sister of Havelock
2 daysIdeal stay₹1,200From / night4.7 ★1k reviewsOctober – MayBest windowN/A (island)Nearest rail · 0 km
A small, sleepy island 20 mins by speedboat from Havelock. Bharatpur Beach for sand, Laxmanpur for natural rock arch sunsets, and Sitapur for sunrise. Ideal for slow days.
Know before you go
Restricted tribal areas
No permit for Indians on the main tourist islands, but tribal reserves (incl. parts of the Nicobars) are off-limits.
What a day here looks like
The things most people actually do in Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep), by time of day.
Morning
- Sitapur Beach sunrise1h 30m · easy
- Bharatpur Beach snorkelling & coral garden2h 30m · moderate
- Natural Bridge rock arch sea walk1h 30m · easy
Afternoon
- Neil Island cycling tour2h · moderate
- Sea kayaking around the island2h · moderate
Evening
- Laxmanpur Beach natural arch sunset1h 30m · easy
- Fresh seafood shack dinner1h 30m · easy
About 12h 30m of activity in total — the planner spreads this across your days and fits travel time around it.
Must-see highlights
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On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · N/A (island) 0km · Veer Savarkar (IXZ) 50km
Nearest transport
N/A (island)0 km
Veer Savarkar (IXZ)50 km
Stay options
budget₹1,200/night
mid₹3,500/night
luxury₹9,000/night
In Sep, expect stays around 30% cheaper than the base rate.
Best time to visit
October – May
How to get here
Port Blair Jetty → Neil (ferry)
cab · 1.5h
₹1,200
approx.
Nearby attractions
Bharatpur BeachLaxmanpur BeachSitapur BeachNatural Rock Arch (Howrah Bridge)Snorkelling reefs
Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) questions, answered
What is the best time to visit Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)?
The best months are May, October, February. October – May September scores lowest on weather and conditions.
How many days do you need in Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)?
Most people spend 2 days in Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep). There are around 7 main things to do, totalling roughly 13 hours of activity.
How do you get to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)?
The nearest railway station is N/A (island) (0 km) and the nearest airport is Veer Savarkar (IXZ) (50 km). The cheapest common route is Port Blair Jetty → Neil (ferry) by cab, about ₹1,200 per person one way.
How much does a trip to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) cost?
Stays start around ₹1,200 per night, with food about ₹700 per person per day and entry at ₹30.
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