Trekking Locations in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are blessed with the magnanimous presence of many marvelous hillock which are perfectly good for trekking. Trekking is one of the most sought-after adventure sport in the Andaman and Nicobar islands. The best time to trek in Andaman and Nicobar Islands is from the month of November to the month of April. The peak season to visit this place is December and January.
CHIDIYA TAPU – SOUTH ANDAMAN – KALA PAHAD
For adventure lovers Chidiya Tapu has a little more to offer. A trekking trail, which passes through forest and beautiful coast line to reach the Kala Pahad(Black Mountain). The trail starts at the shore of Chidiya Tapu beach and moves up passing through dense forest. It’s advisable to take a guide or travel in groups to reach the Kala Pahad. Upon reaching Kala Pahad, an elongated black cliff at the edge of Chidiya Tapu with an open sea scape is an amazing site, which most travelers visiting these islands miss.
MOUNT HARRIET – SOUTH ANDAMAN – MADHUBAN
The rocky stretch of terrain that extends from the magniloquent hammock known as Mount Harriet to Madhuban. This sprawling plot of land is covered in Captivating woodlands which house a variety of wild creatures and exotic plant species. Start from Mount Harriet to Madhuban by trekking through the jungle approximately covering 16 Kms. Exotic endemic birds, butterflies are interesting sights of this wilderness trek.
HAVELOCK – SOUTH ANDAMAN – ELEPHANT BEACH
Trek through wilderness of Havelock and find your ways to the mangroves. Pass through mangrove mesh to reach the Elephant beach. Beautiful coast line and cool breeze accompanies you during your journey. Approximate time – 45 minutes . Here is one location where you can know more about this trip along with pictures Trekking to Elephant Beach.
BARATANG – MIDDLE ANDAMAN – LIMESTONE CAVES
The journey to the Lime Stone cave after passing through mangrove forest via small boars is a lifetime experience. The pass through walkways made by cutting through dense forest and large stones. Approximate time is about: 15 – 20 minutes. To know more about the location regarding Baratang Island Trip click on the read more link below.
DIGLIPUR ISLAND – NORTH ANDAMAN – RAMAN (ALFRED) CAVES
Mystical caves & majestic interconnections can be explored only if you are visiting Diglipure Island. A connected and separated chain of 22 caves, they are among the least explored and understood places, yet indeed they are among the most beautiful places on earth. You will have to contact local guides who will help you trek to Saddle Peak and Raman Alfred Caves.
DIGLIPUR ISLAND – NORTH ANDAMAN – SADDLE PEAK
A range of lush ever green forest territory with 13 indigenous birds species, 36 indigenous species of insects, and 6 species of indigenous trees., This location is a rich bio- diverse nature paradise. Saddle peak is popular for trekking and has nature trails through the evergreen rain forest. Although only being 732 meters above sea level, it is the highest point on the islands. Kalpong is the only river of Andaman islands which flows through it, and it has the very first hydroelectric project of the islands.