Eco Tourism & Nature

Rangat

Longest Mangrove Boardwalks, Turtle Nesting Beaches & Eco Parks

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Timings

9:00 AM - 4:45 PM

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Entry & Show Rates

₹30 Entry | ₹50 Show

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Time Needed

1.5 - 2 Hours

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Best Season

October to April

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📜 Overview & History of Rangat

Rangat is a peaceful eco-tourism town in Middle Andaman (170 km north of Port Blair). Famous for India's longest mangrove boardwalk at Dhaninallah, quiet turtle nesting beaches, and serene eco-parks, Rangat is an ideal stopover between Baratang and Diglipur.

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6 Key Spots

Eco Tourism & Boardwalk

Dhani Nallah Mangrove Walkway

Asia's Longest 713m Wooden Mangrove Boardwalk & Turtle Nesting Beach

Dhaninallah Mangrove Walkway, located at Betapur near Rangat in Middle Andaman, holds the distinction of being Asia's longest wooden mangrove boardwalk (713 meters). The elevated wooden pathway meanders through a dense, pristine mangrove forest canopy, allowing visitors to experience diverse mangrove species, crabs, birds, and estuarine marine life without disturbing the delicate wetland ecosystem. At the end of the boardwalk lies the wide, golden-sand Dhaninallah Beach, famous as an active nesting ground for endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles between December and March. The site features eco-huts, shaded sit-outs, and clean public facilities maintained by the Department of Environment and Forests.

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Eco Tourism & Beaches

Amkunj Beach

Serene Eco-Friendly Beach with Rocky Shoreline & Forest Shade

Amkunj Beach is a picturesque eco-friendly beach situated just 8 km from Rangat town in Middle Andaman. Developed thoughtfully by the Forest Department, the beach is characterized by a dramatic rocky shoreline, crystal-clear ocean waters, and a quiet, uncrowded ambiance. Visitors can relax on eco-benches crafted from fallen logs, rest under tree-top eco-huts, and stroll along the clean beachfront walkway shaded by tropical greenery. Due to sharp underwater rock formations, swimming is strictly restricted, making it ideal for peaceful walks, reading, sunset views, and nature photography.

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Eco Tourism & Nature

Yerrata Mangrove Walkway & Watchtower

13m Panoramic Mangrove Watchtower & Interpretation Centre

Yerrata Mangrove Park, located 8 km from Rangat jetty, is a specialized mangrove conservation park featuring a 13-meter high elevated wooden watchtower and a 300-meter elevated boardwalk over estuarine creeks. From the top of the watchtower, visitors enjoy a 360-degree panoramic vista over vast mangrove forests and tidal waterways. The on-site Mangrove Interpretation Centre displays detailed educational posters, seed samples, and specimens explaining the ecological importance of mangroves in protecting island coastlines.

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Eco Tourism & Wildlife

Cuthbert Bay Beach & Turtle Sanctuary

Famous Sea Turtle Nesting Sanctuary & Unspoiled Coastline

Cuthbert Bay Beach, situated 12 km from Rangat in Middle Andaman, is a wild, undisturbed expanse of sand renowned worldwide as a vital sea turtle nesting habitat. Operated as a wildlife sanctuary by the Forest Department, the beach sees thousands of Olive Ridley, Leatherback, and Hawksbill turtles coming ashore between December and March to lay eggs. The Forest Department operates a dedicated Sea Turtle Hatchery here, protecting nests from predators and releasing newborn hatchlings safely into the ocean. Aside from turtle conservation, the long, quiet beach bordered by tropical forests is ideal for nature lovers seeking solitude.

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Eco Tourism & Nature

Morice Dera Beach & Eco Park

Unique Volcanic Rock Formations & Freshwater Stream Picnic Spot

Moricedera Beach, located 12 km from Rangat, is a unique eco-tourism spot famous for its unusual dark volcanic rock formations jutting into the sea and a cool freshwater stream cutting across the sandy shore. The Forest Department has developed Moricedera into an eco-friendly day park featuring sea-facing wooden gazebos, eco-huts, paved walkways, and freshwater bathing spots. It is a favorite pitstop for travelers taking the long road journey along the Great Andaman Trunk Road.

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Offbeat Spots

Panchavati Waterfalls

Gentle Seasonal Waterfall & Lush Countryside Farm Trail

Panchavati Waterfalls, located 15 km from Rangat, is a picturesque seasonal waterfall tumbling down gentle rocky ledges amidst tropical rainforests and lush agricultural hills of Middle Andaman. The surrounding Panchavati village is known for its quiet rural life, coconut groves, fruit orchards, and spice plantations. Visitors can take a refreshing dip in the natural pool at the base of the cascade during monsoon and post-monsoon months.

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