Baratang Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

This is just a day trip from Port Blair (Andaman) to a popular island called Baratang, that goes via the restricted access Jharawa forest (named after one of the oldest tribes of Andaman). This is a beautiful walk over a wooden pathway in between the mangroves and lush green trees towards the limestone caves. Tip: rent a cab, start early morning at 3am as you need to go through check post that opens at 6am with a long convoy of tourist vehicles. Ride through the forest is an amazing experience. Remember not to click any pictures in the forest nor to stop your vehicle as it isn’t allowed for safety reasons. The tribe could be dangerous sometimes. After a 3hr ride, you need to take a ship that runs at scheduled times.
This is just a day trip from Port Blair (Andaman) to a popular island called Baratang, that goes via the restricted access Jharawa forest (named after one of the oldest tribes of Andaman). This is a beautiful walk over a wooden pathway in between the mangroves and lush green trees towards the limestone caves. Tip: rent a cab, start early morning at 3am as you need to go through check post that opens at 6am with a long convoy of tourist vehicles. Ride through the forest is an amazing experience. Remember not to click any pictures in the forest nor to stop your vehicle as it isn’t allowed for safety reasons. The tribe could be dangerous sometimes. After a 3hr ride, you need to take a ship that runs at scheduled times.
Half the fun is the journey towards these magnificent caves. The drive in a convoy through the reserved forests (spotted tribal people), the vehicle ferry, the speed boat on which you cross a narrow creek and then finally the picturesque 1.2 km trek till the caves.
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Andamans

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Andamans

5 out of 5
Radhanagar Beach No 7 Port Blair Andaman and Nicobar Islands
The price is Rp6.570.593 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
Rp6.570.593
Rp7.753.300 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Port Blair. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Popular attractions Radhanagar Beach and Elephanta Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Room was gorgeous, staff amazing and the property was the best we have ever stayed at. Thank you for the memories!

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Andamans
SilverSand Beach Resort

SilverSand Beach Resort

5 out of 5
No. 5, Vijay Nagar Beach Port Blair Andaman and Nicobar Islands
The price is Rp2.010.099 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
Rp2.010.099
Rp2.371.917 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Port Blair. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Radhanagar Beach and Kaala Pathar Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
Silver Sands is, in practical terms, the strongest overall property on the island for value, setting, and guest experience. While Taj Exotica is often promoted as the premier option, that distinction appears tailored more to status-seekers than to travelers prioritizing authenticity, comfort, and ...

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

SilverSand Beach Resort
Royal Villa Beach Resort

Royal Villa Beach Resort

2 out of 5
Govind Nagar Swaraj Dweep Havelock Port Blair AN
The price is Rp368.549 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
Rp368.549
Rp386.976 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Blair. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Radhanagar Beach and Elephanta Beach are located ...
3.2/10 (5 reviews)
Room was spacious and clean. The only problem was that there was no wifi in the room and mobile internet was also very weak. I had to come to reception area everytime if I have to use internet.

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Royal Villa Beach Resort
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