Baratang Island

If you still haven’t heard about the Baratang Island you are definitely losing a great deal. This Island is floating in between the South and the Middle Andaman and is purely the hidden gem of the Andaman. It is blessed with unending beauty, dense mangrove, diversified fauna and various tribes. A paradise for nature and photography enthusiasts, it is one of the best places to visit in Andaman. If you wish to add some adventure to your relaxing trip to Andamans, then Baratang Island is just the right choice for you!

What to see here

Baratang Island and the limestone caves in Andaman and Nicobar Islands are awesomely famous for different reasons. The thick mangrove forests, the enlarged tropical forest canopy, the friendly rivers to take a boat ride and the carvings of nature in the form of mud volcanoes and limestone caves are the principal factors that overshadowing everything else on the island. There is also the famous Parrot Island famous among tourist. Apart from the green parrots, visitors have spotted the large multi-colored parakeets on the island and both these species made the structure of island totally camouflaging and mind blowing.

How to Reach

from STS Bus Terminal, Aberdeen Bazar. Journey takes about 2 hrs and 30 minutes from Port Blair to Middle Strait and the fare is just 45. The journey is in 2 phases - P.Blair to Jirkatang (40 km, 1 hr 15 mins) and then Jirkatang to Baratang (49 km, 1 hr 15 mins, no overtake zone through Jarwa Reserve Forest).

Experience in Baratang Island

Baratang is a mandatory visit for every tourist who wishes to get a taste of some geological wonders, and natural wonders. A vibrant tourist destination which is made sweeter through effortless packages for you all.