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It’s all over the news: Barren has erupted twice in a week, on September 13 and 20, 2025. Not only this year, but India’s only fiery giant, tucked away in the middle of the Andaman Sea, has exploded several times in the past, making it one of the rarest natural black beauties in Asia. 

Accessible only by sea and via reputed private charters and yachts, and now a government-operated vessel run by the DSS of the Andaman and Nicobar administration, Barren Island offers a majestic adventure activity for travelers, photographers, and nature explorers who crave something out of the ordinary. 

If you aren’t hesitant to spend some extra cash to witness nature’s raw beauty close up, this is something you can’t miss at all. 

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    Boat Cancellation Policy:

    • Cancellation By Boat Owner – 95% refund if cancelled due to weather or other reasons.
    • Cancellation By You (≥24 hrs before) – 90% refund.
    • Cancellation By You (Same Day) – 50% refund.

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    Processed within 5–7 business days to your original payment method.

    Barren Island Tour Package Details Itinerary

    If you’re planning to board a private charter or yacht, read the complete Barren Island itinerary details to make every moment on the island a once-in-a-lifetime thrilling moment. 

    • 5 AM: Depart from Port Blair or Havelock Island on your registered or booked private charter boat or yacht. Enjoy breakfast, refreshments, the sunrise, and game fishing along the way. 
    • 8 AM or around 10 AM (If departing from Port Blair): Reach near Barren Island. Enjoy optional activities such as scuba diving or snorkeling at designated activity locations. 
    • 9 AM to 12 PM: Circle Around The Island To Witness Smoke, Ash, Rugged Black Lava formations, and a volcanic crater, and take photographs and Drone shots with crew permission and expertise. You can also try your hand at game fishing amid pristine blue waters. 
    • 12:30 – 1:30 PM: Enjoy a delicious vegetarian and non-vegetarian lunch along with refreshments. Sit back, relax, and take in the enchanting island moments. 
    • 1:30-2:30 PM: Complete any remaining water activities before returning to the dock. 
    • 3-4 PM: return to Port Blair or Havelock Island by enjoying on board music, refreshment, and sea views.

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    Pickup and Drop from Hotel to Havelock Jetty not included in the package.

    Key Facts About Barren Island

    • Location: Barren Island is located 140 km (4.5 hours) northeast of Port Blair in the Andaman Sea.
    • Volcanic Status: Barren Island is the only active volcano in South Asia and within Indian territory. However, the last significant eruption occurred in November 2022. The first recorded eruption was in 1787, and it has experienced multiple eruptions since then, with 11 eruptions noted historically
    • Geography: Spanning 3.22 sq. mi., life on Barren Island thrives despite its volcanic nature, with its terrain dominated by ashes and volcanic rock. The impact of the volcano is evident in the fascinating lava fields and occasional smoke.
    • Accessibility: The island is uninhabited and highly protected. Visitors require special permits to go to Barren Island, accessible only by charter boat packages from Port Blair or Havelock. Setting foot on Barren Island is prohibited for safety reasons.
    • Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Barren Island is generally considered to be from November to February, aligning with favourable weather conditions in the region.
    • Tourism Offerings: While Barren Island is known for its rich marine life and opportunities for snorkelling and scuba diving, it’s crucial to note that actual landing on the island is not permitted due to safety regulations. Visitors can observe the island’s unique features from boats or seaplanes, but direct interaction with the island’s environment is restricted

    Barren Island Tourism Status

    Barren Island is well-suited for tourists seeking a unique adventure and natural wonders, looking to witness India’s only active volcano, capture volcanic landscapes, discover world-class diving spots, and see reef sharks and vibrant corals. Tourism is restricted to Barren Island; only viewing the active volcano from a chartered boat or Sindhu is permitted for safety and conservation reasons.

    Visitors can obtain the necessary permits from the forest department, assisted by registered tour operators, and arrange a private charter from Havelock or Port Blair.

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    About Barren Island Charter Boat & Yacht

    M.F.V. Caiman

    • Passenger capacity: accommodate 15 passengers, including 1 captain and 2 crew members:
    • Facilities: toilet, cockpit cabin, 3 seats in cabin, and 12 sofa seats on deck.
    • Safety devices:  16 life jackets, fire extinguishers, distance alert transmitter, area information system, VHF  communicator,  fish finder, GPS,  fast aid box
    • Engine:  2 X 250 HP Suzuki engines
    • Maximum speed: 45 knots.
    • Length X breadth:  12.67 x 3.25 meters 
    • Fuel tank: 800 L
    • Storage: 800 L

    Visit Barren Island From Port Blair

    Travelling from Port Blair to Barren Island is a full-day, lengthy, and extraordinary adventure to witness India’s first and only active volcano. The island is situated 138 km Northeast of Port Blair and takes about 4 to 5 hours (one way) by private charter or yacht, and 8-9 hours by government ferry. 

    A fortnightly liveaboard voyage, Sindhu, was inaugurated on Friday, 24th October 2025, by the Directorate of Shipping Services and the Andaman and Nicobar Administration. The voyage departs from Haddo Wharf Jetty, Port Blair, for a round trip to Barren Island.

    Accommodating 439 passengers, the tickets for the vessel will be available for online booking at the rate of ₹8310, ₹6340, ₹4290, and ₹3180 per passenger for Coral Suite, Reef Suite, Island Breeze, and Lagoon Dormitory accommodation, respectively, through the DSS e ticketing portal from October 11, 2025. Passengers can purchase a food coupon for ₹2,000 per person from the reception counter after boarding the ferry. 

    As far as private charters and yachts are concerned, they offer refreshments, fishing equipment, snorkeling gear, and scuba diving kits, along with all necessary permits and licenses. Trips from Port Blair usually depart between 5:00 and 5:30 AM and return from Barren Island by 3:30 PM.

    The cost of a one-day trip for a full-boat private charter ranges between ₹150,000 and ₹175,000, accommodating 8 people, including 2 to 3 crew members, and ₹25,000 per person for a shared trip. Travellers can obtain the required permits from the Andaman Forest Department, which costs ₹500 to ₹1000 for Indians and ₹ 2,500 for foreigners.

    Barren Island Travel Itinerary From Port Blair

    If you’re considering a government-operated vessel, Sindhu, for your journey, please review the itinerary below.  

    • 9 PM: Board the voyage from Haddo Wharf Jetty, Port Blair, for the round trip. 
    • 5 AM: Arrive at Barren Island. Enjoy the early sunrise and witness India’s only active volcano by taking a round of the island. Currently, the voyage aims to fulfill the trip only at an affordable price range; no water activities have been introduced yet.
    • 8 AM: Prepare for a return trip from Barren Island with an estimated arrival at Port Blair around 4 PM. Meanwhile, enjoy the accommodation, bed tea, breakfast, lunch, and refreshments by buying the food coupon upon vessel boarding at the reception counter. 
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    Visit Barren Island From Havelock Island

    Havelock Island is one of the most convenient, short-trip, and preferred departure points for a trip to Barren Island, due to its distance of about 100 km, making the journey 2 to 3 hours by private charter yacht or speedboat. 

    As no government ferries operate to Barren Island from Havelock Jetty, private boats are the only option, offering shared and full-boat bookings for one-day trips that run once a week on Tuesday from Havelock Jetty. 

    The cost of a shared journey is approximately ₹25,000 per person, while booking the entire charter may range between ₹130,000 and ₹170,000, inclusive of meals, equipment, and necessary permits.

    Havelock Island to Barren Island Charter Boat Rate (Round Trip)

    Number of Person(s)Indian PriceForeigner Price
    1 PAXRs. 1,61,500/- per personRs. 1,77,500/- per person
    2 PAXRs. 80,800/- per personRs. 88,800/- per person
    3 PAXRs. 53,900/- per personRs. 59,200/- per person
    4 PAXRs. 40,400/- per personRs. 44,400/- per person
    5 PAXRs. 32,300/- per personRs. 35,500/- per person
    6 PAXRs. 27,000/- per personRs. 29,600/- per person
    7 PAXRs. 23,100/- per personRs. 25,400/- per person
    8 PAXRs. 20,200/- per personRs. 22,200/- per person

    Activities in the Barren Island Tour Package

    Activities to enjoy while journeying to Barren Island are:

    • Witness a magical sunrise: Start your journey by watching the scenic sunrise over the Andaman Sea. Soak in the first rays of sunlight illuminating the waves, your way, and the silhouette of the island appearing at a distance. 
    • Capture scenic moments: Take breathtaking photographs of black lava cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and an active volcano from every single angle. 
    • Enchanting deep-sea game fishing: Experience the thrilling deep-sea fishing with our experienced guides at the ideal locations. Enjoy catching exotic species like barracuda, wahoo, yellowfin tuna, marlin, and more for fun using expert techniques and gear. 
    • Deep-water scuba diving: Barren Island offers India’s best diving sites, including Manta Point, Barren Garden, and Purple Haze, where divers can witness reef sharks, rare corals, Manta rays, and volcanic sea beds. 
    • Exclusive snorkeling experience: Explore the vibrant marine life at Barren with a guided snorkeling session equipped with top-class gear and experts to discover colourful corals along with sea snakes, jellyfish, manta rays, and reef fish beneath the turquoise waters. 
    • Aerial drone exploration: Last but not least, if you own a drone, don’t forget to capture Barren’s bread, taking aerial footage of the steaming crater and lava-filled shoreline from a safe distance. Remember, landing a drone on the island is totally prohibited, and you can fly a drone only if you’ve got the necessary permits for it. 
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    Travel Tips for Visiting Barren Island

    Tips and Rules to follow while visiting the submarine emergent volcano of India, Barren Island,  are mentioned below: 

    • Book a private charter or government-operated vessel, Sindhu, along with water activities, and necessary permits from the forest department, one week in advance before planning the trip. 
    • Pack sunscreen, light clothing, food, water, motion sickness tablets, and a hat for the trip.
    • Don’t set foot on the island because of the lava flows, volcanic ash, and various gases from the active volcano on the island.
    • Don’t collect any stones, corals, seashells, or catch fish from or surrounding the island. 
    • Plan a trip only if the weather, volcanic alerts, and sea conditions are stable. 
    • Wear life jackets during the journey and activities, and travel with licensed operators with proper communication devices and trained guides. 
    • Maintain a 50-meter distance from the island. 
    • Only day trips are authorised to the island. No camping, overnight stays, or landings are allowed. 

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes, tourists can visit Barren Island by speedboat for a day trip. However, landing on the island is strictly prohibited.

    You can reach Barren Island by hiring a private chartered boat or yacht from Port Blair and Havelock Island. While the charter from Havelock takes around 2 to 3 hours, the journey from Port Blair takes approximately 4 to 5 hours, depending on the sea conditions. Additionally, the new Sindhu cruise vessel operates once every 14 days on Fridays and takes approximately 8-9 hours one way from Port Blair to Barren Island.

    Barren Island is about 138 km from Port Blair.

    Yes, the Sindhu cruise has been started recently from Port Blair to Barren Island, along with other registered private chartered boats.

    The cost of hiring a private charter ranges between ₹1,50,000 and ₹1,70,000, while a shared trip costs around ₹25,000 per person, and a public vessel costs between ₹3,180 and ₹6,340.

    Yes, a forest department permit is mandatory to visit Barren Island, which costs between ₹500 and ₹1000 for Indians and ₹2500 for foreigners.

    No. Landing, going ashore, or an overnight stay is strictly prohibited in Barren Island for safety reasons.

    You can watch the only active volcano of India, enjoy snorkeling, game fishing, and advanced scuba diving during the Barren Island trip.

    Yes, the Barren Island volcano is still active with a recent eruption recorded on September 13 and 20, 2025.

    From October to March is the best time to visit Barren Island, with clear weather and calm seas, for an enhanced trip.

    Yes, scuba diving is permitted for experienced divers at Purple Haze, Barren Garden, and Manta Point, located near Barren Island.

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