"Remote Andaman island off-limits to outsiders"
South Sentinel Island Tourism
South Sentinel Island is located in the Bay of Bengal and is one of the Andaman Islands. It is a very small island no bigger than 1.6sq.km. It is considered a far-more quiet and novel getaway when in the Andamans.
The island is a boat ride away from the Little Andaman Island, at a distance of about 27km. The island is uninhabited. Divers and expedition enthusiasts can explore clear waters and special corals on this isle. In 1977, the South Sentinel Island Sanctuary was established on this island, home to indigenous Coconut Crabs.
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The South Sentinel Island is a small isle 27km away from Little Andaman. The closest airport to the South Sentinel Island is Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair.
From Port Blair, you can take a ferry or helicopter to Hut Bay, Little Andaman. The ferry may take upto 6-8 hours. The government operated daily ferry would cost Rs. 65/-. Overnight ferries with cabins are also available. The helicopter costs Rs. 3350/-. From Little Andaman, you will have to hire a local boat to go to South Sentinel Island.
From Port Blair, you can take a ferry or helicopter to Hut Bay, Little Andaman. The ferry may take upto 6-8 hours. The government operated daily ferry would cost Rs. 65/-. Overnight ferries with cabins are also available. The helicopter costs Rs. 3350/-. From Little Andaman, you will have to hire a local boat to go to South Sentinel Island.
Local transport in South Sentinel Island
You can walk throughout the small isle easily.
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What is famous about South sentinel island?
Quiet, remote and serene. Corals are far more exquisite here.
What is not so good about South sentinel island?
Can only reach by boat.
Who should visit South sentinel island?
People who are comfortable with boat rides and are seeking isolation. Also great for divers looking for more thrilling expeditions.
What is the best time to visit South sentinel island?
The best time to visit South Sentinel Island is November-May. The monsoons are avoidable. The strong winds, tidal waves and perennial rain through the monsoons are unpleasant and unsafe.
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What is the best way to reach South sentinel island?
The South Sentinel Island is a small isle 27km away from Little Andaman. The closest airport to the South Sentinel Island is Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair.
From Port Blair, you can take a ferry or helicopter to Hut Bay, Little Andaman. The ferry may take upto 6-8 hours. The government operated daily ferry would cost Rs. 65/-. Overnight ferries with cabins are also available. The helicopter costs Rs. 3350/-. From Little Andaman, you will have to hire a local boat to go to South Sentinel Island.
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From Port Blair, you can take a ferry or helicopter to Hut Bay, Little Andaman. The ferry may take upto 6-8 hours. The government operated daily ferry would cost Rs. 65/-. Overnight ferries with cabins are also available. The helicopter costs Rs. 3350/-. From Little Andaman, you will have to hire a local boat to go to South Sentinel Island.
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What are the places near South sentinel island?
The top places near to South sentinel island are Andaman nicobar islands which is 97 km from South sentinel island, Goa which is located 2052 km from South sentinel island, Agra which is located 2336 km from South sentinel island, Manali which is located 2822 km from South sentinel island, Gangtok which is located 1858 km from South sentinel island
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