Barren Island
Andaman & Nicobar Islands ยท 354m
India's only active volcano โ view from boat only, no landing allowed
Why Special
The only confirmed active volcano in South Asia. Last erupted in 2017. Visible from boat (no landing permitted). 135km east of Port Blair. Boat charters available Dec-Mar only (weather dependent). Dolphins and manta rays common en route.
Who Should Think Twice
Infrastructure concerns
No hospital โ nearest may be hours away
No phone signal โ can't call for help
Signal drops to zero in many areas
Difficult last-mile access
Extreme access โ multi-day trek or extreme roads
Infrastructure Reality
Network Coverage
ZERO connectivity. 135km from nearest cell tower. Satellite phone strongly recommended.
WiFi: None
Medical & Emergency
Hospital: None within 135km. Boat must carry first aid. (135 km)
Ambulance: None โ at sea
Police: None
Getting There
Port Blair: 135km by sea. Boat charter โน15,000-25,000 (8-10hr round trip). Only Dec-Mar. Weather dependent.
Roads: N/A โ sea only
Public transport: None โ private charter only
Fuel & Stay
Fuel: Port Blair (135km by sea)
Stay: โน0/night
0Emergency: Return to Port Blair
Helpline: Charter operator must have radio + emergency equipment. Coast Guard: 1554
How to Reach
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