A small island, 82-km from Port Blair, its welcoming evergreen forests, sandy beaches and clean, unpolluted atmosphere makes it a popular destination.

Served by only to boats per week from the capital (usually Wednesday & Saturday), and two daily lumber launches from Rangat, it sees far fewer visitors than either Neill or Havelock, but boasts a couple of excellent beaches, at Marg Bay and Lalaji Bay, both of which are most easily reached by chartering a fisherman's dinghy from the jetty. The later beach is earmarked as the sight of a new ANIIDCO Yatri Niwas. This is a good island to head for if one wants to side-step the hordes at Havelock , but don't have time to tackle the long trip north.

HOW TO GET THERE

Ferries operate between Phoenix Bay Jetty, Port Blair twice a weekk to reach Long Islands.

PLACES TO STAY

The APWD Forest Rest House And ANNIDCO Yatri Niwas are the places of accommodation where one can stay. Visitors should book well in advance for a confirmed reservation.