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Marine National Park | Ritchie's Archipelago

Rani Jhansi Marine National Park

Coral-Reef Waters and Island Habitat East of Port Blair

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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Marine Access Depends on Conditions
Boats, island permissions, weather, and sea state all affect whether visits are practical.
Reef-Sensitive Travel
This park is about protected marine habitat, not unrestricted island recreation.

Plan Your Visit

Welcome to Rani Jhansi Marine National Park! Use the resources below to plan your adventure in one of India's most treasured wild spaces.

Reservations

Marine visits depend on authorized boats, sea conditions, and current forest permissions. Confirm these before making island plans.

Lodging

Port Blair
The main base for permits, transport, and coordination of marine outings.
Havelock / Island Circuit Stays
Useful depending on the current route and authorized access pattern.

Book your stay

Browse stays in Port Blair Booking.com

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Visitor Centers

Andaman Forest / Tourism Marine Contacts
Port Blair • Office hours
Current permit and boat-access guidance for marine parks.

Rules & Regulations

  • Use only authorized boats and routes
  • Do not disturb reefs or marine life
  • Do not litter or discard plastics in the sea
  • Follow all island and marine-protection instructions
  • Respect weather-related cancellations

Accessibility

Marine access, boat boarding, and island conditions make this park challenging for many visitors needing accessible infrastructure.

Basic Information

About This Park

Rani Jhansi Marine National Park protects coral reefs, island habitat, and marine biodiversity in the Ritchie's Archipelago of the Andaman Islands. It is best approached as a conservation-led marine landscape where boat logistics, island conditions, and reef sensitivity shape every visit.

Operating Hours & Seasons

SeasonMorning SafariEvening Safari
Dry Season (Nov - Apr)Boat departures as permittedReturn before sea conditions worsen

Trips depend on authorized boats, island rules, and current marine conditions.

Closure PeriodRough seas, monsoon weather, and conservation restrictions can suspend access.

Fees & Passes

CategoryAmount
Entry/PermitAs notified by island authorities
Boat / GuideVaries by route, vessel, and permission status

Treat access as permit-led marine travel rather than a guaranteed day excursion.

Weather

☀️ Summer
March - May
25°C - 32°C
Warm and humid with generally workable sea conditions before the heavier monsoon.
🌧️ Monsoon
June - September
24°C - 30°C
Rougher seas and heavy rain often limit marine movement.
❄️ Winter
October - February
22°C - 29°C
The best season for clearer water and more stable travel planning.

Contact Information

Authority
Andaman and Nicobar Forest Department

Directions & Transportation

Physical Address

Rani Jhansi Marine National Park, Ritchie's Archipelago, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

11.7833° N, 92.6667° E

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By Air

Port Blair is the air gateway for all onward island travel.

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By Train

There is no railway access on the islands.

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By Road

Access is boat-based from the Port Blair / Havelock-side island travel system according to current rules.

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Local Transport

Use authorized island ferries, boats, and locally arranged transport under current permit conditions.

Things to Do

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Marine Interpretation
Learn about coral-reef conservation and island ecosystems in the archipelago.
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Island-Seascape Photography
Photograph clear water, island outlines, and tropical marine light.
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Boat-Based Wildlife Watching
Observe marine habitat and island edges from authorized boats.
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Protected-Area Planning
Use the park as part of a broader Andaman eco-travel itinerary.

Nature & Wildlife

Key Wildlife

Coral ReefsSea TurtlesReef FishDolphinsSea BirdsMangrove FaunaCrustaceansIsland Reptiles

Flora

Marine vegetation, coral ecosystems, island littoral forest, mangroves, and tropical coastal plant communities.

Fauna

Rani Jhansi Marine supports reef life, turtles, marine fish, birds, and island biodiversity across a protected archipelago setting.

Learn About the Park

History

Rani Jhansi Marine National Park was established in 1996 to protect reef and island ecosystems within the Andaman archipelago.

Quick Facts

Established
1996
Area
256.14 sq km
State
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Designation
Marine National Park