Imagine standing on the deck of a ship, while being surrounded by the vastness of the Andaman Sea, with India’s only active volcano standing majestically in the distance. How amazing would that feel! Well, you can now actually witness what you just imagined, thanks to a new cruise service that will take you to Barren Island. From October 24, 2025, you can embark on an unforgettable journey to witness the beauty of this volcanic island. With its unique landscapes and amazing views, Barren Island is a destination like no other. Here’s everything you must know about the cruise to Barren Island.
Andaman Launches Cruise To Barren Island
A new cruise service will soon launch from Port Blair to Barren Island, home to India’s only active volcano. This round-voyage cruise, which is initiated by the Andaman and Nicobar Administration, will have departures every Friday night and return on Saturday afternoon. The cruise will allow passengers to witness stunning views of the volcano.
Introduction of Fortnightly Round – voyage Cruise Service to Barren Island From 24th October 2025#andamanandnicobarislands #Barrenisland #activevolcano pic.twitter.com/WCsoWaUsVx
— Andaman and Nicobar Tourism (@TourismDeptANI) October 10, 2025
Cruise To Barren Island Itinerary
The cruise will depart from Haddo Wharf in Port Blair at 9 pm every Friday, and arrive at Barren Island by Saturday afternoon. This ship will cruise around the island and offer passengers up-close, panoramic views of volcanic activity.
This includes the black volcanic rocks, central cone, and occasional plumes or lava flows if the volcano is erupting. All the passengers will have to remain onboard, as Barren Island is uninhabited. It is classified as a protected zone due to the ongoing volcanic hazards. The return journey begins at 8 am on Saturday, arriving back at Port Blair by almost 4 pm.
Ticket Price, Bookings, And Meals
| Room Type | Cost per person | Berth Capacity |
| Coral Suite | INR 8310 | 2 |
| Reef Suite | INR 6340 | 4 |
| Breeze Island | INR 4290 | 6 |
| Lagoon Dormitory | INR 3180 | 16/24 |
Passengers can purchase a meal package for INR 2,000. This includes bed tea, breakfast, lunch, snacks, and high tea for the entire voyage.
Ticket bookings are exclusively available online via the Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) e-ticketing portal.
Features And What To Expect
Barren Island is situated about 140 km from Port Blair. It is famed as the only confirmed active volcano in the Indian subcontinent. Its last eruption occurred in September 2025. The island is simply breathtaking with black volcanic ashes meeting turquoise waters.
Passengers may get to spot plumes escaping from the cone or even fresh lava flows during periods of activity. The island’s submarine surroundings are also known for their exceptional biodiversity. They must also know that the travel plans may be changed or canceled at short notice. This completely depends on volcanic activity or the weather. No landing or swimming near the island will be permitted, passengers must take a note.
Special student trips are also being worked on so that the administration can offer an exciting opportunity for young students to observe the live volcanic geology under expert guidance.
Summing Up
The Andaman Barren Island cruise is soon going to create history in Indian adventure tourism. It will combine comfort, education, and the thrill of observing nature’s raw power like the volcano, all under proper safety and conservation measures.
