Baratang Island , Rangat
About Baratang Island
Nestled between Middle Andaman and South Andaman, Baratang Island is the main island in “Great Andaman Archipelago”. Baratang Island is known for the mud volcanos which recently erupted during the 2005 Tsunami. Also there are Barren Island volcano and Narcondum Volcano which are possibly active Volcanos. Local people call this mud volcano as "Jalki".
The journey from Port Blair to Baratang Island itself will give you an enticing experience. Highly advisable to opt for conducted tour to explore the Baratang Island. The journey through Jarwah Reserve Forest is most adventurous as you can come across the Jarwah Tribes (better be warned that these tribes will hurt you with bow and arrow if you trespass them) in the forest. Remember that you cannot stop the vehicle or take a stride in forest or take a snap in the Jarwah Forest Range as it is a Reserved Forest. Also the Limestone Cave in Baratang Island is worth visiting spot in Baratang Island. Also the scene of enormous parrots returning home during sunset in Parrot Island is most amusing sight to be watched. Jetty services are available from Baratang to Parrot Island.
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Places to Visit near Baratang Island
Limestone Caves, Baratang, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
5.2 km from Baratang Island - See map
50 minutes away from Baratang Jetty through sea and mangrove forest are loacted Limestone Caves. It is onr the few places in world where...
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Parrot Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
8.9 km from Baratang Island - See map
Nearby Baratang Island, is located the famous Parrot Island. Jetty services are available from Baratang Island to reach this Island. Boat service...
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Neil Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
*34.9 km from Baratang Island - See map
Sprawling over 19 square kilometers, Neil Island was named after a ruthless British Soldier named James George Smith Neil, who played vital role...
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Sitapur Beach, Neil Island, Andaman And Nicobar Islands
*35 km from Baratang Island - See map
Sitapur Beach is perfect place to admire the Sunrise when you are in Andaman. The sea here has low tide. The route which leads you to Sitapur...
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North Bay Beach, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andaman And Nicobar Islands
*39.5 km from Baratang Island - See map
A journey of 15- 20 minutes from Jetty of Port Blair, takes you to the North Bay Island of Andaman. The beach here is renowned for its amenities...
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Viper Island, Andaman And Nicobar Islands
*42.5 km from Baratang Island - See map
Viper Island located nearby Port Blair has a Jail Building atop a hillock. This jail was used by British to imprison the convicts involved in the...
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Rutland Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
*59 km from Baratang Island - See map
Located closely to Great Andaman Archipelago, Rutland Island is separated from Little Andaman by Duncan passage. Spreaded across 109 square...
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Barren Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
*71.6 km from Baratang Island - See map
One and only active volcano of South Asia, Barren Island is part of Andaman and Nicobar Island. Barren Island is located towards Northeast from...
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Mount Harriet National Park, Andaman And Nicobar Islands
82.1 km from Baratang Island - See map
Mount Harriet is the highest peak in Andaman and Nicobar Island and was named after a British Soldier’s wife Harriet Tytler. Mrs. Tytler’s...
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