Baratnag Island offers one of the most secluded retreats in the Andaman and Nicobar islands. This pristine island located in the unfrequented suburb of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands would be a perfect spot to club with your Amazing Andaman tour packages with Andaman Escapes if you are looking for a completely secluded and peaceful holiday. The place can be a real haven for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and explorers. The place is located near the North and Middle Andaman and offers a clear-cut picture of the untarnished beauty of nature.
How to reach
You can reach here easily from the capital city of Port Blair, which is well connected with all major cities across the country.
Distance- 100 km to North from Port Blair
From Port Blair, you have to first reach Nilabur jetty from where you can avail boat to reach Baratnag. There are also buses available in the same route. The maximum time to reach here would be 3 hours.
Via Road
You can also drive up to reach here, through the deep forests and Jarwa reserves. It will take around 4 hours.
The Jarawa Tribe of Andaman
This island is also home to Jarawa tribe- one of the oldest existing tribes in the entire human race, and still live far way from the touch of the modern civilisation in the city. This tribe’s settlements can be seen within the Great Andaman Trunk Road, which is known as the Jarawa tribe reserve region.
IN earlier days, there were arrangements for the explorers and tourists to have a safari that will let them have a glimpse of these rare tribal groups from a fixed distance. But later when it turned to several exploitations of the tribes, and video revelations that were unwanted, finally the Supreme Court banned such human explorations in Andaman about those tribes.
Best stay options in Baratnag Island
Baratnag is not just a place to stay and not do anything. It is an explorer’s destinations and a destination to explore and see, it offers the lot to see and discover. So there many not be plenty of stay options available regarding luxury. The best stay options you would find here are the forest guest house, APWD guest House, and the Panchayat guest house which are under government authorities and there is a private resort- Dew Dale, which would an expensive yet comfortable option.
Best spots to visit in Baratnag Island
If you are a luxury seeker, and that is what one of the main reason you head out for an island holiday, then they might not be the destination for you. This place is absolutely for the solitude seekers and the nature enthusiasts. Here you can get close to nature and discover the hidden secrets of this island- a perfect spot to completely detox yourself and get close to the serenity and tranquillity of nature. Here are some best picks for destinations to include in your itinerary with Andaman tour packages, to have a blast of vacation.
Mangrove creeks
Ideal for- honeymoon couple to have a romantic ride within the secluded magirve creeks
A boat ride through these serene mangrove tunnel would be an absolute bliss for anyone. There is greenery everywhere you look at and these mangrove creeks that lead to the island looks like a stunning tunnel and would be a perfect spot for your honeymoon. This would be the absolute quaint spot to experience some romantic moments with your loved ones as you sail through those pushing environs.
Active mud volcanos
Did you think all volcanos spill molten lava? Then you are probably wrong. The mud volcanos that heavy mud are the only ones of that kind in the entire country. These are mainly found in Digilpur and Baratnag in Andaman which is located at a distance of 300 kilometres in the Northern part of the Port Blair city. You can witness this fascinating site of the active mud volcanoes in the Baratnag island which is situated at a distance of 4 kilometres from the boat jetty. You can easily reach here by a private cab via road. As you reach there, there would be a lot of dry mud everywhere, but let not that site disappoint you. There are many other such within a range of one to two kilometres in the same area. If you keep looking for them you would be offered with an active live volcano with mud and gas oozing out from its opening.
Limestone caves
Here you can witness one of the finest architectures of nature. As you go through the deep mangrove forest in Andaman, you could see this nature’s perfect cave marvel deep hidden within the mangroves, spread out in it all glory. This is a must visit the spot to include in your itinerary with Andaman tour packages from Mumbai and you can reach here within a 30-minute drive from the Baratnag. The trek up to reach here can be exciting as the jungle reveal you this amazing wonder. You can take up a boat ride through those beautiful channels amidst of mangrove to reach here. Before start explorations, make sure that you got the permission of the Forest Department here.
Parrot Island
Yes, parrots have home too. This place is one of the largest habitats of the parrots and is known for it’s a wide range of parrot species. Do not forget to include this exciting place in your Best Andaman Honeymoon Packages and watch the amazing variety of this beautiful bird species. Bird watchers from all over the world visit here to catch a glimpse of the thousands of parrot varieties return to their nests during sunset. You can reach this place by a boat ride from the Baratnag jetty within 45 minutes.
Lalaji Bay Beach- Long Island
This place in the North and Middle Andaman can be a heaven for nature lovers, offering its quaint beach and unexplored places that create a picturesque ambience. This deserted yet pristine spot is yet to explore the outside world and is also an ideal place for indulging in snorkelling. This can be one of the calmest and tranquil beaches in the entire Andaman. You can reach here from a rangat island, by can one of the frequent ferries. Thr idea will only take up to 45 minutes to reach this island.
Tips for travellers
· Drive the vehicles carefully in a convoy
· Do not drive alone
· Get valid permit before entering the tribal reserve forest
· Avoid the Jarawas entering the vehicles
· Avoid gifting the tribe's food, cloth etc
· Do not tape or take pictures o the tribes
· Do not halt your vehicle in Jarawa area
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