Baratang Island Tourism

Baratang Island is one of the islands of the Great Andaman in the Andaman Islands; it belongs to the North and Middle Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island is lying 150 km north of Port Blair, with an area of approximately 238 square kilometers. It is renowned for its beautiful beaches, mangrove creeks, limestone caves, and mud volcanoes. It is also the gateway to the North and Middle Andamans. Baratang has a diverse range of bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. The island’s native tribes, primarily the Jarawas, still inhabit parts of Baratang, which is a sensitive area for visitors. Tourism activities are regulated to protect the tribal community. A part of the island has been set aside for the Forest and Plantation Development Project. The Limestone caves are the most famous attraction here, accessible via a short boat ride followed by a trek through the tropical forest. The Mud Volcano can be viewed by a short walk, where one can see small bubbling pits of mud.