These magnificent Andaman limestone caves are many million years old. Inside the caves, a conical rock-like structure protrudes from the floor. Stalagmites are formed by single-celled algae known as cyanobacteria. It’s wonderful to observe how elegantly these boulders have been organized within the cave; the flowing calcium deposits in the shape of waves resemble artwork. You will find yourself staring at the architecture within the cave. It’s almost incomprehensible that nature is capable of creating such an exciting thing.
Here are some fascinating facts about the Baratang limestone caverns that you should know before visiting them.
The ideal time to see Baratang Island’s caverns is between November and February. In any case, now is the best time to visit the Andaman Islands. The weather is comfortable, with minimal possibilities of rain.
As a result, your experience visiting the caverns will be unaffected. Because it is banned to enter the caves after dark, you should finish the entire trek during the day and return to your starting point before the sun sets for your own safety.
Limestones Caves could be reached only through ferry or speed boats where you have to first ride till Jirkatang post which is located in Middle Strait, where you have to clear passes along with your vehicles. The Jirkatang post is the most busiest checkpost as vehicles used to pass from here all 4 times a day. Vehicle ferries are for services to make you cross from one end to another end. By reaching the other end make a booking from a local speed boat operator. Once your booking is confirmed, set sail for your destination.
After reaching the location you had to walk for a couple of distance again to see the limestone caves. Trekking a few long distances & then you could meet your destination.There are nearby local vendors who could offer a variety of drinkables to let your energy boost. Your trip starts from here & it’s said the caves are alive which use to expand themselves only when left alone. So it’s only advisable just to admire them & not to touch them to maintain their natural beauty.
Baratang Island is a natural treasure, with a large network of mangrove creeks, breathtaking beaches, mud volcanoes, and limestone caverns. The island is 100 kilometers from Port Blair and can be accessible by vehicle via the Andaman Trunk Road. It is on the road to Rangat and Mayabunder, and the entire journey takes around 3 hours by automobile.
On the route, your car will have to cross a creek via a ferry at Middle Strait. The convey times are 6 a.m., 9 a.m, & 12:30 p.m.
You can take public transportation, such as buses, or drive your own automobile. Andaman Emerald Holidays organizes transportation to Baratang Island and may reserve speedboats for you to limestone caves.
The speed boats for the limestone caves depart from Nilambur Jetty on Baratang Island. The journey will be unique in your life since it takes you through lush mangrove creeks, giving you the ultimate feeling of adventure.
After a 30-minute boat excursion, you arrive at the Nayadera Jetty. The limestone caverns are around 1 km distant, and you must walk the distance through lush green tropical forest. A guide will greet you at the cave’s entrance and take you on a tour of the cave.
The caves are loaded with unique formations, some of which are quite dark and deep! You can explore as much as you like, but only with competent instruction.
To enter the limestone caverns at Baratang, you must obtain particular permission from the Forest Department. The region is inhabited by indigenous tribes, and access is limited without prior consent.
If you pick our services, we will manage the legalities and arrange for your consent.
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