Beach 1
Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
A long sweep of sandy white coastline and mangroves wrapping around the northwest end of the island, 2km from the jetty, and gazing across to Havelock …
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Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
Although its beaches are not as luxurious as those of its more famous island neighbour, Havelock (Swaraj Dweep), tranquil and wonderfully unhurried Neil (recently renamed Shaheed Dweep) has its own rustic charm, with a lusciously green landscape of rice paddies, fruit plantations and coconut palms. The main bazaar, at Neil Kendra in the centre of the island, has a mellow vibe; the jetty is 500m north of the bazaar. Cycling along the flat roads through quiet clusters of homes is the best way to soak up Neil's character.
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Beach 5
Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
On the far eastern side of the island, 5km southeast of the jetty, Sitapur is a rugged sweep of silver-white sand, with small limestone caves accessible…
Beach 3
Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
This secluded rock-studded cove with powdery sand and good snorkelling sits on Neil's south coast and is one of the better beaches for lazing around.
Beach 4
Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
Neil Island's best swimming beach, though its proximity to the jetty (just west) is a turn-off, as is the rowdy day-trip scene packed with motorised boats…
Beach 2
Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
On the southwest side of the island, signposted from Neil Kendra (1.5km), this rocky cove is famous for its striking Natural Bridge rock formation,…
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