Alfred Caves

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Alfred Caves

Free of cost, same-day permits are available at Ramnagar beach, from where it’s roughly an hour’s guided jungle trek. Hiring a guide is imperative as finding one’s way through the entwined wild trail sis tedious and nearly impossible. Since it is a challenging trek, visitors must wear a pair of good shoes and carry plenty of water. The most suitable time to explore the caves is from October to April, as during monsoon season the path is slippery and unsafe. A den for swift lets and fruit-eating bats, these caves have a rather narrow entrance, making only a few of them accessible to visitors. It is advisable to respect their habitat while also keeping a look out for these creatures, especially bats. One must also refrain from littering or causing any damage to this natural attraction as the forest department takes strict action against the ones that do.

Free of cost, same-day permits are available at Ramnagar beach, from where it’s roughly an hour’s guided jungle trek. Hiring a guide is imperative as finding one’s way through the entwined wild trail sis tedious and nearly impossible. Since it is a challenging trek, visitors must wear a pair of good shoes and carry plenty of water.

The most suitable time to explore the caves is from October to April, as during monsoon season the path is slippery and unsafe. A den for swift lets and fruit-eating bats, these caves have a rather narrow entrance, making only a few of them accessible to visitors. It is advisable to respect their habitat while also keeping a look out for these creatures, especially bats. One must also refrain from littering or causing any damage to this natural attraction as the forest department takes strict action against the ones that do.

How to reach Alfred Caves:

From Port Blair:

Diglipur is located far up in the North Andaman, and is nearly 290 kilometers by road and 180 kilometers by sea from the capital city, Port Blair. You can choose to reach there by road, sea or air. However, the fastest and the most exciting option for travel, helicopters are definitely the best choice. During the journey, you can have a look at the breathtaking aerial views of the emerald islands. This is totally worth the extra cost! But since the seats are limited that get full often, you should book at least one day in advance. You can check about the timings and fare at A&N Tourism Information Centre. There is also a baggage limitation.

You have to trek for nearly an hour through narrow jungle paths in order to reach Alfred Caves. It is recommended that you take a guide with you as it is quite tough to find the way through the entwined jungle trails. After walking for an hour, you will reach a forest and from here, you can hike to nearly two-three separate caves. Avoid visiting the caves in the monsoon season as the paths are unsafe and slippery.

Located in Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andaman Island Travels is a sought-after travel agency that specialises in offering the best holiday packages of the island. Its experienced team will book the best package for you only after close consultation with you. The detailed itinerary will be planned after considering your preferences. The types of Andaman tour packages would depend on the destinations you want to visit, your choices, the number of tourists, inclusion/exclusion of flights and transfers, and other such factors.

Best time to visit Alfred Caves

You will be rewarded with mind-blowing natural attraction if you make your long journey far north in the Andaman Islands and visit Alfred Caves. If you are an adventure lover, then you should visit this natural marvel with enough time in your hands. The best time to visit is from October to April. The temperature is comparatively cool during this time.

If you are an adrenaline junkie who wants to visit Alfred Caves, then you should know in advance that it is a non-touristy and wild attraction. Therefore, luxury travellers may be a little disappointed and find it a bit tough. Make sure that you wear good shoes and carry plenty of water. 

If you want to make prior arrangements for your transfers, then contact Andaman Island Travels, which is the most trusted name in the islands. It offers private cab service and the drivers are polite and take care of you in an absolutely professional manner. The highest standards for cabs and drivers are followed by the company. You don’t have to worry at all after booking cabs from this tour operator. 

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