Neeleshwar Hermitage offers a peaceful and serene escape while emphasising activities that are both sustainable and local. As ambassadors of the local land, the resort provides bikes on a complimentary basis, along with maps that highlight nearby temples and the estuary, cultivating environmentally conscious sightseeing. The resort also encourages guests to immerse themselves in the surrounding natural beauty of the area with an eco-walk in the paddy fields or a relaxing hike in the Ranipuran Western Ghats. In addition, Neeleshwar Hermitage joins in preservation efforts at the local turtle hatchery, home and shelter to many rare and beautiful turtles, which guests can reach via the beach.

Neeleshwar Hermitage also serves as an ideal gateway for exploration of a village just beyond its gates where guests can immerse themselves in the daily life of friendly locals. Members of staff often invite guests to their homes for tea and traditional refreshments, sharing in a mutually memorable exchange and offering the opportunity to experience authentic local culture. Guests can return home with a thoughtful token of their experience with a piece of local and sustainable clothing created by Neeleshwar Hermitage's in-house tailor.