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Neil Island is one of the most beautiful and tranquil places in Andaman.

The tiny island can be completely explored in two hours long stroll along the coastline.

Other than abundant natural beauty on land, it also boasts of flourishing underwater sea life.

Neil Island is known for spotting Dugong. You can reach here in an early morning boat from Port Blair.

Among the top organizers are India Scuba Explorers.

1. Enjoy the underwater vibrance at Margherita’s Mischief

1. Enjoy the underwater vibrance at Margherita’s Mischief

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Margherita’s Mischief is ironically one of the quietest diving spots in Neil Island that has a smooth and soft current.

Boasting of crystal clear water, the most common creatures here are Batfish, Pufferfish, Blue-spotted stingrays, Yellow Snappers, Angelfish, Soldierfish and more.

Depth: 7 - 16 metres
Suitable for: All

2. Explore the Volcanic Rock at K Rock

2. Explore the Volcanic Rock at K Rock

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Contrary to its name, K Rock is also one of the low current and safe place to dive at.

The volcanic rock lies on the seabed and the most common fish to be found here are Butterflyfish, Snappers, Soldierfish, Sweetlips and more.

Depth: 12 - 19 metres
Suitable for: All

3. Sloping Seabed at Bus Stop

3. Sloping Seabed at Bus Stop

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Located on the Western end of Neil Islands, Bus Stop has some of the best underwater wildlife and also the most colourful.

It has a sandy bottom and is sprinkled with tiny reefs.

Depth: 14 - 20 metres
Suitable for: All

4. Get Adventurous at Junction

4. Get Adventurous at Junction

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Junction is situated at the junction between Neil Island and Havelock Island and is known for an adventurous diving spot.

Especially visited by the experts, the common fish that can be spotted here include Marlin, Lionfish, Reef Sharks, Trevally and Barracudas etc.

Depth: 22 - 30 metres
Suitable for: All