Baratang Island is a wild, green gem in the middle of the Andaman Sea. Here, dense mangrove forests meet rocky shores, and unusual sights wait around every bend. From mysterious caves to bubbling mud pools and colorful bird life, Baratang brings you closer to nature’s strange beauty. Let’s wander through its top spots in simple words and see why Aqua Echo Tours calls Baratang a must-visit!
Baratang lies between Port Blair and the North Andamans, reached by a quiet boat ride through winding mangrove creeks. You’ll notice:
Simple villages where friendly smiles greet you at every turn
Baratang isn’t crowded—it’s a place to slow down and feel the wild side of these islands.
Hidden under thick forest, the Baratang limestone caves are like a secret underground world. You’ll step inside to find:
Stalactites (rock drops) that hang from the ceiling like icicles
Stalagmites (rock pillars) growing up from the floor, sometimes meeting above your head
Soft light filtering through openings, making the walls glow
A guide lights the way as you walk on simple pathways—each turn shows a new rock shape, as if nature carved a strange art gallery below the earth.
Not far from the caves, a small hill of dark mud looks calm—until it bubbles! The Baratang mud volcano lets you see:
Thick, grey mud rising in slow, soft splashes
Warm steam drifting up when the sun hits
Mud pools that gently flow down tiny channels
It feels like the island is breathing from below, and you can stand close to watch nature’s quiet power at work.
Each evening, the mangrove edges come alive with bright green and red flashes. Parrot Island is where hundreds of parrots gather before nightfall. Here you’ll find:
Squawking flocks circling in the pink sky at sunset
Branches heavy with chattering birds racing to their roosts
A peaceful stillness that falls once they settle in for the night
Watching these colorful birds return is like a natural show—simple, loud, and unforgettable.
To reach these wonders, you glide along Baratang’s mangrove creeks in a small boat. You’ll see:
Quiet moments when only bird calls break the calm
This slow ride feels like floating through a living painting.
Don’t miss a stop in a Baratang village, where time moves gently:
Here, life feels easy—every smile and simple meal shows the heart of island culture.
