Laxmanpur Beach
Laxmanpur Beach is a stunning beach at Neil Island. This beach is clean, however, it is not recommended to swim at this beach. Laxmanpur beach has the best sunset viewpoint in the entire Andaman Islands without a doubt. This beach is located about 2 km away from Neil Jetty. This beach is mostly visited for the clear waters and striking sunset view.
You have to walk around 500 meters to the tip of the coastal line to view the sunset point along the shore. The walk is a bit long to the sunset point but it’s an amazing view. It’s a good sightseeing place for all age groups people. Laxmanpur beach is quite a silent beach. It is a beautiful beach for peace-loving people. Waves of the sea create a mesmerizing scene for spectators.
You cannot go swimming on this beach as the shore is rocky and dead corals are scattered around. The shore is full of colorful dead corals and shells but, you are not allowed to take them along with you.
Map Location of Laxmanpur Beach
White sand clean water and beautiful sunset. What else you will be in need for your perfect vacation?
The lush green trees on the side of the beach offer traveler’s the opportunity to unwind and relish the serenity and nature’s charm, most of the trees that you would see on the shore of the Andaman Islands are a result of the 2004 catastrophic tsunami that stripped innumerable flora.
You can enjoy the mesmerizing sunset at the most west corner of the beach, Beach is full of colorful dead corals and shells. The most impressive thing about the beach is its shape. the beach is triangular in shape, which makes you feel a scenic view.
Way to the beach
The beach gets pretty crowded during the sunset time, you can move a few meters away from the crowd to spend some time in seclusion. Eateries are available near the beach where you can purchase some tasty snacks. At Laxmanpur beach parking spaces are available where you can park your vehicles and walk to the beach.
Uprooted trees can be seen lying on the beach.
A large area is covered by the sand where you can sit and enjoy the magnificent sunset. No water sports are allowed at Laxmanpur beach and are purely for sunset and the view.
Sitting areas are available inside the jungle near the beach. Sunset at this beach grabs more people’s attention to make this place a must-visit one that you wouldn’t want to miss on Neil Island. It’s a perfect location and has a clear view of the horizon.
Walk to the sunset point
Do not forget to carry your mosquito repellent sprays and some sheets while you sit on the shore.
Gift shops are available near the beach from where you can purchase some souvenirs.
Children can indulge in the sand castle experience here, always keep watching your kids so they don’t get into the sea.
Must know information
1) Beach is accessible from 08:00 Am to 05:30 pm.
2) No entry tickets are required.
3) 2 To 3 Hours is enough to visit this beach.
4) No changing rooms or bathrooms available.
Best timings to visit
1) We recommend a visit to this beach from 3 Pm to 5:30 pm. You can spend time exploring the place from 3 to 5 pm from 5 to 5:30 you can watch the amazing sunset. Evening timings is suggested as it will not be very hot during evening timings.
2) If you want to visit in the morning then 8 am to 10 am is good timing.
3) This place can be visited throughout the year. A clear day can help you get the best visibility of the sunset.
This beach closes down after the sunset when it starts getting dark due to the high tides that occur during the nights. Do not forget to carry your mosquito repellent sprays and some sheets while you sit on the shore.
You can visit the beach during the mornings as well; the beach will hardly have people around and you can take long walks or read some books or just admire the beautiful landscape of this beach in solace. Laxmanpur is a heavenly place for the ones who love photography, carry your kit and capture the charming sunset view and the nature that surrounds you.
This place is great for photography enthusiasts. As nature is divine. And people who like nature photography will truly adore this place. The color of nature is very pleasant so keep your camera charged up. You will need it a lot to make beautiful memories.
Laxmanpur is a heavenly place for the ones who love photography which has a good combi of blue sea with clear water tall trees and along with white sand. so, carry your kit and capture the charming sunset view and the nature that surrounds you, the uprooted trees provide a unique touch to the landscape. It can get a bit crowded straight down the entrance. If you walk a couple of hundreds of meters to the left or right, you will be alone again.
The beach is good to capture photos.
Once after visiting this place, you will feel like it’s Indeed a soul-soothing experience Water has amazing color shades like blue, turquoise, violet, and purple. Sky also has a pallet of rainbow colors on display. Beautiful Clouds throws different shapes and clues for our imagination. It is fun hanging out at Laxmanpur waiting for the sun to go down and you will enjoy the most and will experience a different kind of warm feeling which is priceless.
Transport within Neil Island
Options from Private cab, bus, auto and two-wheeler are available at Neil Island to visit this beach.
1) Prebooked cab
If you are booking with Experience Andamans we will do safe pick up and drop, though Neil is a very small island you can hire a cab for three places where Laxmanpur Beach, Bharatpur Beach, Natural rock formation and Sitapur Beach will get covered.
2) Bus
Buses are available at Neil Island jetty and you can reach this beach via bus. It will take around 30 minutes to reach this beach by bus.
3) Auto
Local autos can also be hired to reach this place.
4) Rental Bikes
Bikes or Scooty can be hired at Neil Island. The usual cost is around 500 Rupees per day.
How to reach Laxmanpur Beach?
To reach Laxmanpur beach, firstly you will have to reach from Havelock to Neil Island on a ferry. After reaching Neil island you can hire a cab, auto or two-wheeler to reach this beach. This beach is located about 2 km away from Neil Jetty.
Entry Tickets To Laxmanpur Beach?
You do not require any entry fee or tickets to visit the beach.
What are the Laxmanpur beach timings?
The beach is open from 7 am to 7 pm. You can spend up to 2 to 3 hours on this beach. However, post-sunset you are not allowed to remain at the place.
Things to do in Laxmanpur Beach No 1
Watching the breathtaking sunset view is the most famous thing to do at this beach. You can relax, read and indulge in some nature photography and munch some great food from around.
Hotels nearby Laxmanpur Beach on Neil Island?
Few suggested properties near Laxmanpur beach are
Pearl Park Beach Resort, Tango Beach Resort, Silver Pearl Beach Resort, and Sea Shell.
Restaurant nearby Laxmanpur Beach?
Hungry Stone Restaurant, Sunset Restaurant, Pankaj Seafood Restaurant, Sunset Restaurant, and Dugong.
Who can visit?
This beach can be visited by everyone. If you have an infant with you it is better to visit the beach during the day leave before sunset.