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Baratang Island

About Barren Island

Early Life of Tribes
Long ago, the Jarawa tribe lived here. They are one of the oldest tribes in India. They lived in the forests and hunted for food. Even today, some Jarawa people still live on the island, away from the modern world.
British Rule in Baratang
During British rule, the Britishers used the Andaman Islands as a jail. Baratang was also under their control. Roads and buildings were made during that time.

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About Baratang Island

How to Reach Baratang Island
Baratang Island is a beautiful place in the Andaman Islands. It is famous for its limestone caves and mud volcanoes. To visit Baratang, you must travel from Port Blair, which is the capital city of Andaman. The distance from Port Blair to Baratang is around 100 kilometers. The journey is exciting and goes through forests and tribal areas. You need to take permission before going, and tourists are allowed only in a fixed time slot.

Baratang Island From Port Blair By Road
You can reach Baratang by road from Port Blair. The journey takes around 3 to 4 hours. You will pass through the Jarawa Tribal Reserve Forest, so travel is allowed only in a convoy with police. The road is safe and many travelers use this option.

Port Blair To Baratang Ferry
Government ferries also go to Baratang Island from Port Blair. Baratang Jetty ride is peaceful and takes around 2.5 to 3 hours. You must book your ferry ticket in advance, especially in peak season