Havelock to Neil Island : A Complete Guide For Ferry Booking
The Havelock to Neil Island ferry is a short crossing of around 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes on private fast cats and roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on the government vessel. Six operators currently run this route: Makruzz, Nautika, Nautika Pro, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic and the Directorate of Shipping Services. Fares start from Rs 770 on the government ferry and Rs 1,000 on Green Ocean Economy, going up to Rs 3,200 in Nautika Pro Business class.
Current Schedule (May to August 2026):
- Makruzz, Nautika Pro, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic and the government vessel are operational on this route.
- Nautika Pro runs two daily sailings (09:25 AM and 03:00 PM) with a Business class option at Rs 3,200. Nautika Pro continues operating through August end.
- Regular Nautika is currently paused and returns in September 2026 (peak season).
- Makruzz runs 1 sailing daily at 10:00 AM. From October during peak season, Makruzz adds 10:45 AM and 02:30 PM sailings.
- Green Ocean 2 (closed deck) is not currently operating on this route. Only Green Ocean 1 runs at 09:15 AM.
About Havelock to Neil Island
Neil Island, officially Shaheed Dweep, is the quieter island in the South Andaman group, about 40 km south of Havelock. It is reached only by sea. The crossing from Havelock takes you across open inter-island channels where the water shifts from deep blue to shallow turquoise as you approach the reef-fringed coast around Bharatpur. On calm days the ride is smooth and the views of reef edges, distant islets and open ocean make it a pleasant short journey in itself.
Also read our latest guides: Places to Visit in Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) & Places to Visit in Neil (Shaheed Dweep)
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Reaching from Havelock to Neil island
- Type of Ferries : Private ferries (Makruzz, Nautika, Nautika Pro, Green Ocean, ITT Majestic) & Government Ferries
- Time to Reach : 45 minutes (Nautika & Nautika Pro) to 1 hour 15 minutes (Green Ocean)
- Havelock Boarding Point : Havelock Jetty
- Neil Island Boarding Point : Neil Island Jetty (Shaheed Dweep Jetty)
Booking A Ferry to Neil Island from Havelock
Neil Island is one of the quietest stops in the Andamans and is reached only by ferry. This page focuses on the Havelock to Neil sector and gives you the operator-by-operator details below.
You can book your Havelock to Neil ferry ticket through our official booking platform at fair, transparent prices, or check the operator websites directly. We list all six operators including the government vessel.
The table below is a quick at-a-glance comparison of the ferries running on this route. Operator-by-operator schedules, fares and class details follow further down the page.
COMPARISON OF FERRIES FROM HAVELOCK TO NEIL | ||||||
NAME | MAKRUZZ | NAUTIKA | NAUTIKA PRO | GREEN OCEAN | ITT MAJESTIC | GOVT FERRY |
DEPARTURE | 10:00 AM | — | 09:25 AM | 09:15 AM | 10:30 AM | 09:00 AM |
ARRIVAL | 11:00 AM | — | 10:10 AM | 10:30 AM | 11:20 AM | 10:12 AM |
STARTING FROM | Rs 1,800 | Rs 1,800 | Rs 1,700 | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,600 | Rs 770 |
TOP CLASS | Royal | Royal | Business | Royal | Majesty | Chair |
COLOR | Blue | Yellow & White | Black & Gold | Red & White | Green & White | White |
Note: All fares shown are base fares and include the Rs 50 PMB (Port Management Board) fee. A Rs 500 fuel surcharge is currently being charged by all private operators and is not included in the prices above. Government ferry fares are inclusive.
How to Book A Ferry to Neil?
Select The Route
Click on the official ferry booking platform of Dekho Andaman and select the route as Havelock to Neil Island
Private Ferry to Be Selected
Please select your preferred ferry, choose the timing, and select your seat category.
Get The Confirmation
You will be directed to the payment link. Complete payment and get your tickets on WhatsApp and email.
How does Dekho Andaman get you better ferry prices than other booking sites?
We are an authorised reseller for Makruzz, Nautika, Nautika Pro, Green Ocean and ITT Majestic, and we also book the government vessel directly through the DSS portal. We pass on operator rates to you with a small fixed booking fee instead of a percentage markup, so the final ticket cost stays close to the operator rate.
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Private Ferries from Havelock to Neil island:
Private fast catamarans are the most convenient way to reach Neil Island from Havelock. Crossings take around 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes, with air-conditioned cabins and assigned seating.
Private Operators on Havelock to Neil:
- Makruzz (3 daily sailings)
- Nautika (1 daily sailing)
- Nautika Pro (2 daily sailings, newest on the route)
- Green Ocean (1 morning sailing)
- ITT Majestic (1 daily sailing)
Makruzz from Havelock to Neil
- Duration: 1 hour
- Sailings: 10:00 AM (off-season). Peak season (October to April) adds 10:45 AM and 02:30 PM.
- Capacity: around 300 passengers
- Classes: Premium, Deluxe, Royal
Makruzz Fares (Havelock to Neil, 10:00 AM sailing):
Premium | Deluxe | Royal |
Rs 1,800 | Rs 2,100 | Rs 2,900 |
Seat selection on Makruzz opens 48 hours before departure, so plan your booking accordingly.
Nautika & Nautika Pro from Havelock to Neil
Nautika Pro from Havelock to Neil
Duration: 45 minutes | Sailings: 09:25 AM (arr 10:10 AM) and 03:00 PM (arr 03:45 PM)
Capacity: around 280 passengers
Classes: Luxury, Royal, Business
Nautika Pro Fares (Havelock to Neil):
09:25 AM sailing | |||
Luxury | Royal | Business |
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Rs 1,700 | Rs 1,900 | Rs 3,200 |
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03:00 PM sailing | |||
Luxury | Royal | Business |
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Rs 1,450 | Rs 1,800 | Rs 2,750 |
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Nautika Pro is the newest operator on this sector. The afternoon sailing is cheaper than the morning slot in Luxury and Business classes. Regular Nautika fares (Luxury Rs 1,800 / Royal Rs 2,000 at 08:15 AM) will be live again from September.
Green Ocean from Havelock to Neil
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes | Departure: 09:15 AM, Arrival: 10:30 AM
Capacity: around 280 passengers
Sailings: 1 per day, mornings only (Green Ocean 1 open deck)
Green Ocean 1 (open deck) | ||
Economy | Premium | Royal |
Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,200 | Rs 1,400 |
Green Ocean 2 (closed deck) is not currently operating on the Havelock to Neil route. | ||
Green Ocean is the cheapest private ferry on this sector. Only the morning sailing operates from Havelock to Neil at present, there is no afternoon Green Ocean on this route.
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Latest Schedule for Ferries from Havelock to Neil: Departure & Arrival Timings
The Havelock to Neil sector is one of the busiest inter-island routes in the Andamans, with private fast cats running from early morning through afternoon and the government vessel covering early and mid-day slots. The schedule below is the consolidated daily list across all operators in current season.
The route gives you a useful spread of sailing times. You can leave Havelock as early as 09:00 AM on the government vessel or take a mid-morning sailing on Nautika Pro at 09:25 AM. An afternoon sailing on Nautika Pro at 03:00 PM is helpful if your Havelock activities (scuba, Elephant Beach) finish only by lunchtime. Regular Nautika resumes its 08:15 AM sailing in September.
Complete Daily Ferry Timings from Havelock to Neil:
OPERATOR | DEPARTURE | ARRIVAL | BOOK |
Govt Vessel | 09:00 AM | 10:12 AM | DSS WEBSITE |
Green Ocean | 09:15 AM | 10:30 AM | BOOK NOW |
Nautika Pro | 09:25 AM | 10:10 AM | BOOK NOW |
Makruzz | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | BOOK NOW |
ITT Majestic | 10:30 AM | 11:20 AM | BOOK NOW |
Govt Vessel | 01:30 PM | 02:42 PM | DSS WEBSITE |
Nautika Pro | 03:00 PM | 03:45 PM | BOOK NOW |
Note: This is the current schedule across all operators on the Havelock to Neil sector. Operators occasionally add or shift sailings (especially during monsoon, May to September), so confirm with us or with the operator before booking.
Arrival & Departure Points
Havelock Jetty (Port)
Havelock Jetty has been recently revamped and we ask travellers to arrive 45 minutes to 1 hour before departure. Boarding gates open 30 minutes before the scheduled sailing time.
From the gate to the actual embarking point on the jetty is a 5 to 10 minute walk. There are 4 to 5 blue-roofed waiting sheds inside the jetty that act as waiting areas for passengers.
Neil Jetty (Port)
Neil Jetty (Bharatpur) is the only port of entry on Neil Island and sits about 40 km south of Havelock. Every private and government ferry arriving on the Havelock to Neil sector docks here. Bharatpur Beach is a short walk from the jetty gate.
The jetty layout is similar to Havelock, long and linear, with a 7 to 10 minute walk from the gate to the disembarking point. Two covered waiting sheds inside the jetty serve passengers waiting for onward sailings.
Govt. Ferry from Havelock to Neil island
The Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) runs two daily government ferry sailings on the Havelock to Neil sector. Sailings depart Havelock at 09:00 AM and 01:30 PM, with a crossing time of roughly 1 hour 12 minutes.
Boarding Point: Havelock Jetty
Arrival Point: Neil Jetty (Bharatpur)
Government Ferry Fares (Non-Local / Tourist):
Chair Class : Rs 970
Seat Class : Rs 770
How to find the latest government ferry schedule
Government ferries run regularly on this route and all vessels in service offer broadly similar seating and comfort levels. The schedule is published on the official DSS portal up to 7 days in advance.
Directorate of Shipping Services Andaman Website
How to book the government ferry:
STEP 1: Open the official DSS website (link above).
STEP 2: Log in with your mobile number and verify the OTP.
STEP 3: Set Source Port as Swaraj Dweep (Havelock) and Destination Port as Shaheed Dweep (Neil).
STEP 4: Click Search. The portal will list all government ferries departing in the next 5 to 7 days.
STEP 5: Pick your sailing and select a seat or chair class slot.
STEP 6: Complete payment and download your ticket. Carry a printed copy plus a photo ID at the jetty.
Government Ferry Fare Comparison (Havelock to Neil Island)
CATEGORY | LOCAL | NON LOCAL |
CHAIR | Rs 135 | Rs 970 |
SEAT | Rs 95 | Rs 770 |
CABIN | Direct from the counter as per availability | Direct from the counter as per availability |
Note: Government ferry fares include the PMB fee. Local rates apply to passengers with valid Andaman island residence proof.
NOTE:
If your travelling to Neil Island from Havelock, its highly advisable from our side to keep one night stay in Neil Island. If you are not planning a night stay in Neil island, then going there to visit the places is not required, as its just similar to Havelock, The actual experience of Neil Island comes by staying at their resorts especially the beach side ones.
Activities to Try Here in Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
🌉 1. Natural Bridge Exploration (Howrah Bridge)
Neil Island’s signature landmark, the Natural Rock Formation, is a must-see. Carved by nature and time, this iconic bridge comes alive during low tide, when you can walk across the reef bed to witness this geological marvel. Along the way, spot small marine creatures like starfishes, sea cucumbers, and colorful crabs.
🩴 Pro tip: Wear waterproof sandals and don’t forget to check tide timings before planning your visit.
🌅 2. Sunset at Laxmanpur Beach
Laxmanpur Beach is your go-to for the most stunning sunsets in Neil Island. Think wide white sands, crashing gentle waves, and a golden horizon that makes for the perfect evening. With fewer crowds and more open space, it’s ideal for couples, photographers, or anyone who wants to unplug and soak in nature’s beauty.
🧺 Pro tip: Pro tip: Carry a beach mat and your camera, and stay back until the sky turns deep orange.
🐠 3. Snorkeling & Chilling at Bharatpur Beach
Bharatpur is the most accessible beach for water activities. Its shallow, clear waters make it perfect for snorkeling, even for non-swimmers. Just a short swim off the coast reveals beautiful coral gardens and a variety of reef fish. After your snorkel, grab a coconut, sit back in a beach lounger, or stroll around the local shacks.
📍Pro tip: Book quick snorkeling trips from the beach, no need to prebook if you’re flexible on time.
✨ 4. Stargazing at Private Beach Resorts
Once the sun sets, Neil Island offers another natural marvel, starry night skies. If you’re staying at beachfront properties like Pearl Park, Sea Shells, or Silver Sands, walk down to the resort’s private beach area and look up. With minimal light pollution, you’ll often catch the Milky Way and countless constellations. It’s peaceful, romantic, and surreal.
🔭 Pro tip: You can pre book it or on the spot booking is also possible at the beach. The costing starts from Rs 500 pp/- .
🎣 5. Fishing & Sunset Boat Trip to Chota Neil and Hidden Islands
Want a more raw and adventurous experience? Book a local boat trip to Chota Neil Island, a tiny, untouched island not far from Neil. Some local boatmen offer sunset + fishing combos, where you cruise past lesser-known reefs, drop a fishing line, and watch the sky turn gold from the deck. It’s an experience that combines tranquility, adventure, and discovery.
🛥️ Pro tip: You can book the tours with a reputed DIVING CENTRE OR YOU CAN ASK US TO BOOK THE ONE WITH OUR LOCAL VENDORS IN NEIL These trips are usually customizable and affordable if shared with 2 to 3 people.
Safety for Travelers in the Beach
Neil Island’s main beaches are largely safe for travellers. For older guests the drive from the jetty to Laxmanpur or Sitapur is a little longer but the rides are scenic. You will usually find lifeguards and forest department staff around the busier beaches like Bharatpur. We still ask travellers to take basic precautions when visiting Neil.
- Avoid going too deep into the water, especially at low tide near the Natural Bridge.
- Wear footwear on the rocky stretches near Natural Bridge and Howrah Bridge as the reef can be sharp.
- Check with lifeguards before swimming or snorkelling on your own at Bharatpur.
- Plan Natural Bridge visits around low tide. The walk across the reef bed is only possible during low tide.
- Most Neil beaches close by 5:30 PM. Lighting on the island is limited after sunset, so plan your return accordingly.
- Carry drinking water. Shops near the beaches are limited and shut early.
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Nearby Attractions:
- Natural Bridge (Howrah Bridge)
- Bharatpur Beach
- Laxmanpur Beach (Sunset)
- Sitapur Beach (Sunrise)
- Sitapur Sunrise Point
FAQ
The crossing takes 45 minutes on Nautika and Nautika Pro, 50 minutes on Makruzz and ITT Majestic, and 1 hour 15 minutes on Green Ocean. The government vessel takes around 1 hour 12 minutes.
The government vessel is the cheapest at Rs 770 for Seat class and Rs 970 for Chair class. Among private operators, Green Ocean Economy at Rs 1,000 is the lowest fare on this route.
Nautika Pro at 09:25 AM is the fastest currently running at 45 minutes. ITT Majestic at 10:30 AM is also a quick option at 50 minutes. Regular Nautika returns its 08:15 AM sailing in September during peak season.
Around 7 daily sailings combined across operators in off-season (May to August): Makruzz runs 1 (10:00 AM), Nautika Pro runs 2 (09:25 AM and 03:00 PM), Green Ocean runs 1 (09:15 AM), ITT Majestic runs 1 (10:30 AM), and the government vessel runs 2 (09:00 AM and 01:30 PM). From September during peak season, regular Nautika (08:15 AM) and additional Makruzz sailings (10:45 AM and 02:30 PM) are added.
Boarding is at Havelock Jetty (Swaraj Dweep). Arrival is at Neil Jetty (Bharatpur) on Neil Island. We ask travellers to reach the jetty 45 minutes before departure and carry a valid photo ID.
Yes. We book all six operators including the government vessel. WhatsApp us on +91 7063950125 or +91 6361545390 with your travel date and passenger count. We get back with live availability and prices across all operators within 2 to 3 hours.
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