Neill Island, Tropical island in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
Neill Island is an island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands with white sandy beaches, unexplored coral reefs, and thick tropical vegetation. The land features different zones where dense forests meet coastal areas, creating varied landscapes across its terrain.
The island remained uninhabited until the 1960s before its first settlers arrived. These early residents were refugees from East Pakistan who came following the 1971 independence war.
The five villages maintain organic farming practices where residents grow vegetables for local markets across the region. This agricultural work shapes how the island looks and how people spend their daily lives here.
Visitors reach the island through regular ferry services from Port Blair to the Neil Kendra jetty or by private cruise ships. Travel times can change based on weather conditions, so building flexibility into your plans is helpful.
The island was renamed Shaheed Dweep in 2018 to honor Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, who declared the Andaman Islands free from British rule. This name carries historical significance that many visitors overlook when first learning about the place.
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