Neil Island

There are several picturesque and popular islands near Port Blair that you can explore during your trip to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. However, few can match the quaint and soothing charm of Neil Island.

This island is preferred by visitors for its amazing biodiversity, white sandy beaches, unspoiled and pretty coral reefs, and tropical woodlands. If you want to get away from the bustle and crowd of popular places in the Andamans, this is the perfect weekend getaway!

Located approximately 36 km northeast of Port Blair, this island exudes a certain type of laid-back charm and you can feel that sometime after setting your foot in. Besides, it is a small island which makes it ideal for spending a couple of days, ideally. The widest part is about 5 kilometers. If you start walking, covering the island may take just 2 hours or so. It is somewhat warmer than neighboring Havelock and so lacks forest cover.

This island has enough places where you can relax or laze around in the afternoon watching the sunset and staring at the vast blue sea. There are not many amenities and the beaches may not be lavish but that can be bliss in disguise, more so if you prefer serenity.