When tourists search for Andaman bike rental, the first doubt they usually have this, So here’s a very common scene in Andaman…
Every season many tourists — especially couples — come without any package and prefer exploring on their own. And trust me, no problem at all! I totally love that spirit.
Most of them first ask me: “Bhaiya, can we take a scooty on rent and roam around easily?”
And my answer is always quick and simple:
Now let me explain exactly why –
Havelock and Neil are super small, super scenic, super peaceful.
Havelock literally has two main roads — one straight from Beach No. 1 till 5, 6 and Kalapathar… and another straight to Radhanagar Beach. That’s it.
No confusion. No traffic. No “left-right-where-am-I??” moments.
And the scenery?
Full greenery, coconut trees, plantations, fresh oxygen straight from God’s private filter. Perfect for couples. Perfect for freedom. Perfect for vibes.
Neil Island?
Haha, Neil is as small as a cup bowl only.
In my teenage days (2009–2012), I used to rent a bicycle for ₹10 only and ride the entire island end-to-end in 40–50 minutes.
Yes, FULL ISLAND COVERED in that time.
So imagine now with a scooty — you’ll feel like you own the island.
Now please don’t think I say this because:
“Arre he’s a travel agent, he must be having a cab! That’s why he tells scooty no!”
NOOOOOOOO!
Let me be honest — till now I don’t even own a cab
Since 2017 I’m in tourism, got plenty of tourists, still didn’t buy a cab. Some personal reasons are there (don’t ask, emotional damage).
So my suggestion is not business-based, it’s based on reality:
Ups, downs, shortcuts, interconnecting lanes…
For you it might look small, but for a new visitor it’s like a mini maze.
Every day I see couples stopping, opening Google Maps, turning the phone round-and-round, then asking some uncle on the roadside,
“Uncle, yeh Cellular Jail ka road kidhar??”
Right now roads are under repair almost everywhere.
Especially in the main city areas.
If you take a scooty, be ready for:
SUN + SAND + SUFFER combo treatment
If you’re planning for Baratang (Limestone Caves), that area is restricted and two-wheelers are not allowed.
So cab is the only option.
This is one of the main reasons I push couples to consider a cab in Port Blair.
You can easily take a scooty to the jetty.
The area is small and simple.
Scooty rentals are right at the jetty, so many renters allow you to park the scooty there when you depart and pick it up when you return.
Everything is convenient.
The Phoenix Bay Jetty / Haddo Wharf is much farther compared to Havelock & Neil jetties.
With luggage, early morning or evening timings, it becomes stressful.
Most scooty rentals in Port Blair don’t allow drop-off at jetty. They ask you to return the scooty the night before.
Then you need to separately arrange a cab for the early morning ferry drop.
When you return from Neil/Havelock, you again have to walk out to the main road with luggage and hire an auto to reach your hotel.
This becomes unnecessary tension.
You just sit → reach the jetty → board the ferry → come back → cab is waiting outside → smoothly go to your hotel. Easy and stress-free.
So my formula is simple:
Havelock + Neil → Scooty = Amazing experience
Port Blair → Cab = Smart, safe, stress-free
And if any couple needs cab logistics only for Port Blair, you can surely connect with us at Blue Andaman Tour.
Local born agent + 7 years experience = You’re in safe hands.
Yes, Port Blair does have bus services — both government (STS) and private buses — and they run between all major local destinations across the city and nearby areas. If you want to use the bus, the best thing is to check the bus timings according to your travel plan and reach the stop a little early. Connectivity is decent for regular routes, but frequency can vary depending on the time of day.
No sir, no self driven Car available in any locations of Andaman Islands
Autos do accept UPI in some parts of Andaman, but you shouldn’t rely on it everywhere. In Port Blair and Havelock, a few drivers take UPI while some still prefer cash. But on Neil Island, the internet isn’t very stable, so UPI often doesn’t work. It’s always safer to keep some cash handy, especially on the smaller islands.
Yes, the roads in Havelock and Neil Island are very easy to navigate, even for first-time visitors. Both islands are small, simple, and have only a few main roads
There are no confusing junctions, no heavy traffic, and almost all major sightseeing spots sit along these straight routes. direction.
Yes, you do need a valid driving license to rent a scooty in both Havelock and Neil Island. Also, one important thing many tourists don’t know In Andaman, wearing a helmet is compulsory for the rider, for the pillion rider and even for kids above 4 years old
Traffic rules are strictly followed here, and the police do regular checks on the islands. So make sure everyone on the scooty is wearing a helmet for safety—and to avoid fines.
If it’s heavy rain, continuous showers, or the kind of rain where visibility drops — then honestly, there’s no point taking a scooty. The roads get slippery, it becomes uncomfortable, and you won’t enjoy the trip.
But if it’s just light rain, passing clouds, or on-and-off drizzles with no major rainfall expected for the whole day, then taking a scooty is still fine.
If the scooty breaks down somewhere in Havelock or Neil, there’s usually nothing to panic about. Both islands are small, and almost every rental owner provides quick support.
Here’s what typically happens:
You call the scooty rental person immediately.
They either come to your location to fix the issue or
Send a replacement scooty if the problem is bigger.
Since the distances are short, help generally reaches you fast. Just make sure you save the rental owner’s contact number before you start your ride.
Prem Nagar, Near Kali Mandir, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), Andaman Island.
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