Book Neil Island to Port Blair - Makruzz ferry

One cannot get on an Andaman trip without covering its capital- Port Blair. Is a holiday in Andaman even complete without a trip to the exotic Neil islands? All islands are connected via Port Blair and once you’ve completed your Neil Island tour, you’ve to return to Port Blair and this journey takes about 75 minutes.

Makruzz cruise or Makruzz ship, locally known as Makruzz ferry in the Andamans, is the most well known ferry on the islands, as the Makruzz ferry was the first to start operating in the islands back in 2009. Although the routes and the pricing are almost the same as other ferries, there are marked differences in the nature of the facilities and services offered on the ferries.

Makruzz is a high speed fully air-conditioned catamaran ferry. Catamaran structures provide stable rides as they resist rolling and pitching in the rough sea. Makruzz ferry has three classes of travel with 250+ seats collectively on the three levels. Makruzz ferry runs over 10 connections daily amongst Port Blair, Havelock and Neil Island. 

Private ferries like Makruzz, run on time, are clean and well-organized, with ferry staff to assist you at all points. Makruzz ferry to Havelock and Neil Island can be booked online through their website or through authorized partners like Go2andaman. 

How to travel from Neil Island to Port Blair by Makruzz?

1. Neil Island to Port Blair Distance- The distance between Neil Island and Port Blair is a total of around 20 nautical miles and can be covered only by ferries. There is no road or bridge that connects these islands.

2. Neil Island to Port Blair Time Taken- Makruzz ferries cover the total distance of the in around 75 minutes. Because of a speedy journey, some people feel seasick so make sure to take the precautions for a stress-free journey.

3. Neil Island to Port Blair to Neil Island- The earliest ferry of Makruzz starts at 11:30 am from Neil Island to Port Blair.

4. Neil Island to Port Blair to Neil Island- The last Makruzz ferry of the day runs from Neil Island to Port Blair at 3:30 pm.

5. Boarding/Departure Jetty- The ferries depart from the Neil Island Jetty.

6. Arrival Jetty- The ferries arrive at Port Blair Haddo Jetty.

7. Number of Ferries in a day from Neil Island to Port Blair- 3 Makruzz ferries run from Neil Island to Port Blair everyday.

8. Price- Makruzz ferry prices are approximately INR 1600 per ticket.

9. Seating and Seat Map- Makruzz ferries are well equipped with cushioned seats and clean transparent windows for a beautiful view. They also have a comfortable and pleasant internal temperature regulation. All the Makruzz ferries are divided into Premium, Deluxe and Royal categories.

Makruzz

A state-of-the-art vessel brought in from Singapore, Makruzz is the oldest of the 3 ferries owned and operated by MAK Logistics. It has two air-conditioned decks with a capacity to carry 280 passengers. It has 3 seating categories: 8 Royal seats, 64 Deluxe seats and 208 Premium seats.

Makruzz Ferry has a total of 280 seats. It has two decks, upper and lower deck, with 3 seating categories:

1. Makruzz Premium – Lower deck with 208 seats and offers a pleasant view of the sea through its windows.
2. Makruzz Deluxe – Upper deck with 64 seats that offers a clear view of the sea.
3. Makruzz Royal   – Uppermost deck with 8 pushback seats is a private cabin.

Makruzz Gold

Another acquisition from Singapore, Gold was added to the Makruzz fleet after the first ferry experienced immense success. It has two air-conditioned decks with a capacity to carry 333 passengers.  It has 3 seating categories: 8 Royal seats, 63 Deluxe seats and 262 Premium seats.

1. Makruzz Premium – Lower deck with 262 seats and offers a pleasant view of the sea through its large windows.
2. Makruzz Deluxe – Upper deck with 63 seats that offers a clear view of the sea with a more spacious legroom.
3. Makruzz Royal   – Uppermost deck with 8 pushback seats in a private cabin resembles a business class on an airplane.

Makruzz Pearl

With a single deck and a seating capacity for 250 passengers, Makruzz Pearl was built in and acquired from Australia. It only has a single seating category which is 250 Premium seats.

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Makruzz Ferries Facilities and Amenities

1. Cafeteria – Makruzz ferries are equipped with a fully stocked modern cafeteria, offering a variety of hot and cold beverages, as well as a selection of packaged foods. You can enjoy your journey without any concerns about mid-cruise cravings.
2. Entertainment – Every Makruzz ferry features an onboard multimedia system, managed by a central announcement system, multiple television sets strategically placed across the decks, and other amenities to ensure passengers are entertained while cruising.
3. Air–conditioned – Makruzz ferries are fully Air-conditioned with tinted windows ensuring a cool and comfortable journey for passengers.
4. On-board Assistance –  All Makruzz ferries provide on-board assistance for passengers, including medical support for individuals with disabilities and elderly passengers, as per prior notification. This guarantees maximum convenience for all passengers.
5. Washroom – All Makruzz ferries facilitate passengers with hygienic and equipped washrooms.

Safety Measures taken by Makruzz

1. All Makruzz vessels feature advanced safety systems, including automatic fire detection, bilge alarms, and remote machinery instrumentation.
2. All Makruzz vessels meet the latest global safety standards for life-saving, fire-fighting, navigation, and communication systems.
3. All Makruzz vessels are equipped with smoke and heat detectors including washrooms.
4. All Makruzz vessels are equipped with CCTV cameras and monitored from the captain room.
5. All Makruzz vessels are equipped with special reversible life-rafts that can be accessed incase of evacuation.
6. Life jackets are provided under all the seats for the safety of the passengers.
7. Emergency procedures are video demonstrated before departure.

 Makruzz Ferry Routes and Destinations

Neil Island to Port Blair by Makruzz- The distance of 20 Nautical Miles is covered by Makruzz ferries in 75 minutes. The tickets are approximately INR 1600. 3 Makruzz ferries of MAK Logistics function daily from Neil Island to Port Blair at 11:30 am, 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm. 

Other routes covered by Makruzz ferry are:

1. Port Blair → Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) by Makruzz
2. Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) → Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) by Makruzz
3. Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) → Port Blair by Makruzz
4. Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) → Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) by Makruzz
5. Port Blair → Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) by Makruzz

How to book Makruzz Ferry?

Makruzz online booking is made easy with GO2Andaman. And here’s how! Just 3 simple steps

Search– Compare all the ferry operators, routes and classes.  

Book – Book the desired ferry suiting your dates and times.

Sail – Board your ferry, check-in your luggage and sail to paradise islands.

Why do we recommend Makruzz Private ferry over Government ferries?

We as localities feel that for a more relaxed and hassle-free holiday experience, it’s advisable to opt for private ferries which primarily work for the travellers.The government ones are designed mainly for local transportation and may not be the ideal choice for tourists. Go2Andaman does not facilitate bookings for government ferry tickets. If you plan to use them, tickets can be purchased at the offline counters. Keep in mind that ticket queues tend to form early in the morning, and if you find yourself at the back of the line, there’s a chance that seats may be occupied by the time your turn arrives. Moreover, having only limited seats, the tickets on government ferries are booked months in advance, sometimes the waiting is 4-6 months.

Private Ferry Operators in Andaman

Find more information about other operational private ferry operators below:

1. Nautika
2. ITT Majestic
3. Green Ocean

Your Journey in a Nutshell

1. After booking your tickets online, you will be sent an email asking for Name, Age, and Gender of all passengers
2. On providing details, receive your confirmed ticket in an email. Print this out, as soft copy tickets are not accepted. 
3. Reach the jetty at least 1 hour prior to your sailing time.
4. Check-in your luggage and take your allotted seats.
5. Set sail to your destination, and enjoy the beautiful views of the sea. Snacks will be served on board.
6. Reach destination jetty in 90 minutes