- Distance
- 500m walk from Neil Island jetty
- Best time
- Morning to noon for the best water clarity and high tide
- Snorkelling
- ₹500 – ₹800 per person
- Glass-bottom boat
- ₹600 – ₹900 per person
- Jet ski
- ₹800 – ₹1,200 per ride
- Facilities
- Changing rooms, toilets, food stalls, souvenir shacks
Water sports and coral status
Do not expect documentary-level reef here — foot traffic and warming events have taken a toll on the shallow coral. However, the glass-bottom boats and short snorkel trips are excellent and safe for first-timers.
- Glass-bottom boats take you further out to patches of surviving coral
- Snorkelling includes a guide who pulls you along on a ring; you don't need to know how to swim
- Activities wrap up by mid-afternoon; mornings are best for visibility
A family-friendly swimming beach
Unlike Laxmanpur or Sitapur, Bharatpur has a sandy bottom and a gentle drop-off. It is the safest place on Neil Island for children to swim.
- The water stays waist-deep for a long distance
- Changing rooms and fresh-water showers are available for a small fee (₹20–₹30)
- Plenty of shade under the trees lining the back of the beach
Cost tool
Elephant Beach water sports budget calculator
Licensed-operator rates verified on 14 August 2026. Picking three or more activities applies the combo pricing operators sell at Elephant Beach (roughly 15% off walk-up rates).
- Per person
- ₹5,600
- Combo saving
- —
- Group total
- ₹11,200
Beach operators take cash. The nearest ATM is in Havelock market and is frequently out of notes — carry what you plan to spend.
Add these activities to a costed itineraryFrequently asked questions
How much does snorkelling cost at Bharatpur Beach?
Standard snorkelling runs ₹500–₹800 per person for about 20–30 minutes, including gear and a guide who will assist you in the water.
What is the glass-bottom boat price at Bharatpur Beach?
Glass-bottom boat rides cost ₹600–₹900 per person and take you slightly further out from the shore to see surviving coral patches and fish.
When is the best time to visit Bharatpur Beach?
Morning until noon is best. The water clarity is highest before the sand gets kicked up, and most water activities stop by 15:00.
Is Bharatpur Beach safe for children?
Yes, it is the most kid-friendly beach on Neil Island. The water is shallow, the bottom is sandy, and there are basic changing and shower facilities on site.
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Printable Andaman ferry & logistics cheat sheet
One page with every ferry class and fare, cab rates, activity prices, convoy timings and the rules that catch people out. Print it or keep it on your phone — the islands have patchy data.
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