Baratang Island is located between the Middle and South Andaman Islands in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Baratang Island, located approximately 110 kilometers from Port Blair, is another major attraction for most tourists visiting the islands. Because of its distance from the capital town of Port Blair, the trip to Baratang Island is considered adventurous. While Andamans as a beach destination conjures up images of blues and sands in your album of trip memories, adding Baratang to the travel itinerary can be very interesting for travelers who want to see the greener side of Andamans.
Andaman's beautiful limestone caves are a visual treat for nature lovers. Limestone is a sedimentary rock that formed at the seafloor. It is formed over millions of years by natural compression of various deposits of marine life, shells, corals, and skeletons to form unique shapes within the cave. The caves are lined with stalactites and stalagmites that hold the key to a million years of Andaman history. The Limestone caves in Andaman are highly recommended to be on your Andaman itinerary because they are nestled deep within the mangroves and amidst the lush rainforest.
The mud volcanoes are accessible via a short boat ride from the Nilambur jetty and a 160m hike up a rocky path. Natural gases emitted by decaying organic matter underground push mud upwards, creating these small muddy craters. Please keep in mind that this is not a visually appealing sight because most of the time there is just a pile of dried or small bubbling mud puddles. However, Andaman is one of the few places in the world where these Volcanoes can be found, so you should go there. In the Andaman group of islands, eleven mud volcanoes have been reported, with eight of them located in Baratang and Middle Andaman.
This tranquil beach is only 9 kilometres from the Nilambur jetty and is hidden away from the crowds. When you arrive, you will notice a lovely curved sand bay surrounded by mangrove trees on one side and fallen old trees on the other. The water is warm and inviting, ideal for cooling off after a long day of sightseeing. Most of the time, you'll have the beach to yourself because few tourists visit and locals come only on weekends to picnic. At the bus stop, there are few facilities and only a small shop. If you intend to stay for an extended period of time, bring snacks and food.
