Dhaninallah Mangrove Walkway at Rangat

🌟 Highlights

📍 Location: Middle Andaman (accessible via ATR Road)
🎟 Forest Entry Fee: ₹50 per person
⏰ Visiting Hours: 08:00 AM – 04:00 PM
📅 Opening Days: Open daily
🌊 Activities: Swimming, snorkeling, photography, trekking
🚻 Locker Rooms / Toilets / Changing Rooms: Not available
🍽 Food Options: Not available

DESCRIPTION

Dhaninallah Mangrove Walkway is a 713-meter wooden boardwalk through mangrove forests, offering close views of birds, marine life, and the region’s rich ecosystem. It leads to Dhaninallah Beach, a peaceful 5-km beach and an important Olive Ridley turtle nesting site. Nearby Cuthbert Bay Wildlife Sanctuary supports turtle conservation, making the area ideal for nature lovers.

TIMINGS TO VISIT AT DHANINALLAH MANGROVE WALKWAY

The best time to visit Dhaninallah Beach and Dhaninallah Mangrove Walkway is from November to February, when Olive Ridley turtles nest on the shore and visitors may witness hatchlings heading to the sea. Both places remain open year-round, but this season offers a special wildlife experience.

HOW TO REACH AT DHANINALLAH MANGROVE WALKWAY

From Port Blair (By Road): Travel by bus or taxi to Rangat (about 6–7 hours), then hire local transport to Betapur/Dhaninallah (≈20–25 km). By Sea: Passenger ferries run from Port Blair to Rangat (≈8 hours), followed by a short road trip to the site. From Rangat: Hire a taxi or rent a vehicle to reach the walkway and beach at Betapur.

ACTIVITIES AT AT DHANINALLAH MANGROVE WALKWAY

Turtle watching

Bird watching

Windsurfing

Photography

TRAVEL TIPS FOR DHANINALLAH MANGROVE WALKWAY

Here are some travel tips for visiting Dhaninallah Beach and Mangrove Walkway:

✔️ Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy footwear for walking.
✔️ Carry sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and insect repellent.
✔️ Bring enough water and snacks, as facilities are limited.
✔️ Keep the area clean and avoid littering.
✔️ Do not disturb wildlife, especially nesting turtles.
✔️ Follow all guidelines from local authorities.
✔️ Book transport and stay in advance during peak season.
✔️ Travel with a guide or local expert for safety.