Limestone Cave Baratang — Attraction in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A Fascinating Journey into Nature: Limestone Caves, Baratang, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

The Limestone Caves of Baratang Island are one of the most captivating natural wonders of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, offering a unique blend of adventure, natural beauty, and geological marvel.

Located about 100 km from Port Blair, Baratang Island is famous for its dense mangrove forests, pristine landscapes, and the stunning limestone caves that have been formed over millions of years. The journey to the caves is an experience in itself—it involves a scenic drive through the tropical forests of Middle Andaman, including the Jarawa Tribal Reserve, followed by a thrilling boat ride through narrow mangrove creeks.

The caves are a visual delight. As you step inside, you are greeted by spectacular rock formations of stalactites and stalagmites, naturally created by the deposition of minerals over centuries. The intricate patterns, the cool, damp air, and the play of light and shadow create an almost mystical atmosphere. The fascinating shapes inside the cave spark imagination—many visitors spot formations resembling animals, objects, or even faces.

What makes the Baratang Limestone Caves truly special is that they remain largely untouched by commercialization. The area is preserved with minimal human interference, allowing visitors to witness nature in its raw and purest form.

How to Reach: Visitors typically travel from Port Blair by road to Baratang Jetty and then take a boat through the mangrove creeks to reach the caves.

Best Time to Visit: The best time is from October to March, when the weather is pleasant and ideal for sightseeing.

Tips:

Wear comfortable shoes as there is a short trek involved after the boat ride.

Carry water, a flashlight, and hats or caps for the journey.

Photography inside the cave can be challenging due to low light, so be prepared.

Overall Experience: Visiting the Limestone Caves of Baratang is not just a sightseeing trip—it’s an adventure through forests, waterways, and time itself. It’s a must-visit for those who love nature, geology, and offbeat destinations. The caves, combined with the journey to reach them, make for an unforgettable experience.

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Amazing Experience throughout the journey towards Limestone Cave. I will write the journey details in brief for you to better planning. I started journey by 0545 hrs on 02 Apr 22 and reach Ferrargunj by 0730 hrs. There u have to fill the form for clearance of vehicle and verify covid certificate. If u have not taken second dose, then there is a counter for covid Rapid test which cost Rs. 100/- per head upto 05 Yrs child. Below 05 yrs, no covid test is required. From Ferrargunj Check post, after showing the vehicle clearance paper, u have to start the journey in Convoy to Jarawa Protection Post, Middle Strait which is around 47 Kms and takes time approx 02 hrs. First convoy starts from 0730 hrs, so u have to reach Ferrargunj by 0645 hrs to complete all the formalities and reach Ferrargunj Check post which takes around 20 minutes. The journey in Convoy is amazing and condition of road is also good. Then after reaching Jarawa Protection Post, Middle Strait, u have to park ur car if you are not going to Diglipur. Parking is free. Then u have to take Ferry (Boat) to Baratang which costs Rs. 11.00 per head and it will take around 20 minutes to reach. Ferry is available at 05 min regularly. When u reach Baratang, its better to do lunch and then go for Lime Stone Cave. From here, u will get Speed Boat towards Lime Stone Cave which costs Rs. 800.00 per head except below 05 yrs child. It will also take time approx 30 minutes. This journey is amazing. Boat person will take cash only. After deboarding from Speed Boat u have to walk for approx 1.5 kms towards Lime Stone Cave which will again take 20 to 25 minutes. There is a small market which sells basically Lime juice at Rs. 20.00 per glass. If u fill petrol of 20 Ltrs, then it will be good for onward and return journey. Carry sufficient cash as the people are not accepting cash through online mode. Total journey was amazing. U must see the place...

We started our journey from Port Blair MNR heritage hotel to Baratang at 3am, reached at checkpoint at 4.30am, there are three slots for travelling through jungle the ealiest is 6am, long Q of vehicles to enter so to reach earlier is better. IDs cards is a must to get the permit The 42km jungle is scenetic and beautiful, you can see Jarwas (tribals)during this journey. Overtaking is strictly prohibited in the jungle. We saw so manh jarawa people along the road during our passage through the jungle. We reached baratang around 8.30am From there catch a 15mins ferry and then hired a boat to visit lime stone cave.

Once you reach the starting point of the limestone caves, you get down from the speed boat and start to walk for about 1.5 to 2 km to reach the limestone caves. One of the guides who accompany you in the speed boat will also walk along with you to the limestone caves. Wear comfortable shoes as the walkway is not proper all the time.

Once you reach the limestone caves, you will see all kinds of stunning and beautiful limestone formations. The area inside the caves is pitch dark so make sure to turn on the flashlight. Take some good pictures and walk back to the speed boat which will bring you back to the ferry point.

Visit limestone caves as early as possible so that you will be the first person to go and take some undisturbed pictures. The area of caves that are open to the public is very small hence you feel overcrowded if few more people arrive. When we went, we were the first people to reach the limestone caves. Throught the caves it's hardly 200m walk through narrow passage

While return we have to wait for about 1 hr for travel through forest as slots are predecided so please ask your operator about these slots in advance. We back to hotel at around 5pm with...