Your Andaman and Nicobar Islands trip is incomplete without Shaheed Dweep. It is one of the most popular islands amongst travellers because of its natural beauty, serenity, and the quiet beaches with pristine blue water. 

Saheed Dweep, which was earlier known as Neil Island, is just 45 minutes away from Havelock or Swaraj Dweep. 

Shaheed Dweep has so many things to offer, and beautiful beaches to explore for you and your family. Whether you are coming with your partner, your family or your kids, you can do plenty of things to make the trip memorable for all of you. 

Things To Do As A Couple 

If you are on your honeymoon, or just on a random couple tour to Andaman, you can’t miss the opportunities of doing things which you can barely get the chance to do anywhere else. Let’s see what your options are,

1. Candlelight Dinner At The Beach

In Shaheed Dweep, you can have a private beach candlelight dinner. If you book your stay with Andaman Bliss, Sea Shell Neil, Symphony Summer Sands, and Silver Sand Beach resorts, then you can easily get the opportunity to have a romantic private beachside dinner experience. 

2. Stargazing Together

Shaheed Dweep is an ideal location for stargazing due to its low light pollution. Many tour operators on the island provide guides for stargazing and provide equipment like telescopes to give you the best experience. The guides will give you details about the sky and the astronomy of the southern hemisphere. The clear sky, low light pollution, and beautiful beaches are the most romantic things you and your partner can imagine doing in your Andaman holidays. 

3. Sunrise At Sitapur Beach 

If you love nature and enjoy the view of the rising sun at dawn, then Neil Island is the best place for you. Sitapur beach is known for its beautiful sunrise. The beach is also very isolated and tranquil, ideal for you to spend a quiet and peaceful morning, and even get the chance to do some meditation together. 

4. Natural Bridge Exploration And Sunset From Laxmanpur Beach

Laxmanpur beach in Shaheed Dweep is popular for its natural rock formation and sunset. A romantic journey to the Andaman is incomplete without watching a mesmerising sunset together. Exploring the twin-arch bridge known as ‘Howrah Bridge’ in Laxmanpur beach at dusk can be a life-altering moment for both of you. Visiting the place at low tide and taking some good couple pictures in the place will always remain in your memories. 

5. Village And Farm Explore Through Couple Biking   

Neil Island is considered the vegetable bowl of Andaman, and if you book a cycle or bike together, and explore the farm, coconut grove, and the villages together, it will give you an exotic experience. 

Things To Do With Your Family

Well, if you are going with your family and kids, the experiences can be even better and more fun. Let’s see what you can do in the Shaheed Dweep with your family. 

1. Scuba Diving And Snorkelling In Bharatpur Beach 

Family times can be enjoyed the best with underwater watersports like Scuba diving and Snorkelling in Andaman. Bharatpur beach has good access and operators availability for scuba diving in Andaman. Neil Island is widely known for its rich and vibrant coral and marine life, so if you want your family to have good scuba and snorkelling experience in less crowds, Bharatpur beach is the best place. It is also a great location for underwater Sea Walk in Andaman. 

2. Family Friendly Water Sports Activities

Other water sports activities such as Jet Skiing and glass bottom boat rides can be done by you and your family in the island. If you haven’t got the chance to do Kayaking in Havelock, you can do that in here with your family. Shaheed Dweep has crystal clear turquoise water, which is rich in vibrant marine life. So you and your family will surely enjoy the watersports in this island. 

3.  Nature Walk & Jungle Trekking

The island is filled with lush green forest, beautiful landscapes, farmlands, and mangroves. And these places are enriched by various bird species, and the water with beautiful marine life. So you can take your family for a nature walk through the shore or the villages, and do jungle trekking to have an extraordinary experience. 

4. Sandcastles and Beach Games

If you have kids in your family, they will enjoy the most making snadcastles. The soft white sand beaches of Shaheed Dweep are ideal for beach games like Volleyball, Frisbee, and others. So while your children are busy in making sandcastle, you adults can enjoy a family volleyball game. 

5. Shopping And Local Cuisine Explore

A family trip to anywhere is incomplete without shopping and having meals together. Local market in the island is ideal for you and your family to purchase local handicrafts, souvenir and other items. In the local market you will also find a lot of local food joints to try local cuisine, seafood items. 

6. Fishing With Family

If you wanna enjoy a laid back day in Neil Island and want to connect with your family then family fishing day is ideal for you. You can go for a fish ride, where you will get multiple fishing opportunities based on your skill levels. 

• Bottom-fishing
• Jigging
• Trolling

You can also get the chance to catch Red Snapper, Grouper and Baraccuda. The fishing experience with your family can create a beautiful core memory for all the members, so try to include it in your routine. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How Can I Reach Shaheed Dweep?

You can take ferries to reach Shaheed Dweep. Private and government ferry services are available to the island from both Port Blair and Havelock jetties. You can pre-book your ferry tickets to reach the island.

2. Is The Island A Good Destination For Honeymoon?

Yes, peaceful and quiet beaches, boutique resorts and hotels, romantic beaches and the beautiful landscapes make the island an ideal location for honeymoon couples. 

3. Are The Children Activities And The Beaches In The Island Safe For Kids? 

Yes, the beaches and the island in Andaman is considered to be safe. The water in the shore is calm and clear for safe swimming and other activities. Operators are certified and have safety measures for children and adults. The island itself is safe because of low crime rates. 

4. Can I Purchase Alchohol In The Island?

Yes, majority of the hotels and resorts serve alcohol where you can easily buy them. Even though standalone liquor shops are very limited, there are a few government run liquor shop available in Neil island. 

5. How many days do I need to explore Shaheed Dweep?

2 to 3 days is enough to explore Neil Island. You can explore all the beaches, local markets, do jungle trekking, go for fishing, enjoy sunrise and sunsets, and even do fishing with your family with 3 nights and 2 days itinerary. However, it is upto you, some people prefers to spent more, some other likes to spent less.

Summing Up

Shaheed Dweep in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is an underrated gem. While most people spent time on Havelock and Port Blair, and visit this island for just a day, focusing on this island can give you so many things to remember. Whether you are on your honeymoon or a family vacation, spending 3 days in this island and do different activities will fill you up.