National park · India
Jarwa Reserve
Skip visiting Jarwa Reserve: entry is illegal, permits are restricted, and tours risk disease transmission to the Jarawa people.
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Area
150 km² (58 sq mi)58 sq mi (150 km²)
approximate
Established
2000
Best months
—
UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
At a glance
- Country
- India
- Area
- 150 km² (58 sq mi)58 sq mi (150 km²)
- Approximate; official figure not published.
- Established
- 2000
- Best months
- —
- Permits
- For some areas
Jarwa Reserve is a protected area in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands where entry is tightly controlled to protect the Jarawa tribe; tourism is effectively prohibited.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 2000.
Size and age
150 km² (58 sq mi)58 sq mi (150 km²) · national park since 2000
Approximate; official figure not published.
Why go
- Observe the impact of infrastructure on indigenous territories.
- Learn about the Andaman Trunk Road and its role in the islands.
When to go
- JanAvoid
- FebAvoid
- MarAvoid
- AprAvoid
- MayAvoid
- JunAvoid
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepAvoid
- OctAvoid
- NovAvoid
- DecAvoid
- JanCold, limited services.
- FebCold, limited services.
- MarPre‑monsoon, still restricted.
- AprPre‑monsoon, restrictions remain.
- MayMonsoon start, roads may close.
- JunMonsoon, high risk of landslides.
- JulMonsoon, road closures common.
- AugMonsoon, road closures common.
- SepMonsoon tail, still restricted.
- OctPost‑monsoon, permits still limited.
- NovPost‑monsoon, limited access.
- DecCool, but access remains restricted.
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jarawa tribe (human community)All year · Viewing is illegal; contact prohibited. | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
From Port Blair
Bus or private vehicle on Andaman Trunk Road through the reserve; travel time ~3–4 h.
3–4 h
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Andaman Trunk Road corridor | Main road passing through the reserve, linking north and south islands. | Open to permitted vehicles only. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates approximate centre of the reserve; exact boundaries not publicly mapped.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permit (Indian tourists, vehicle) | Free | vehicle | Permit required; cost not publicly listed (check). |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Entry permit permit or guide
Park rules
- Entry permits
- Required for any vehicle; unauthorized entry is illegal.
- Photography
- Prohibited without explicit permission; photographing the Jarawa is illegal.
- Camping
- Not allowed within the reserve.
Where to stay
Near the park
Port Blair
Hotels and guesthouses; base for any permitted travel.
Safety
Disease transmission high
Road accidents medium
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Road access only; no public transport stops within the reserve.
Visiting lightly
- Respect the prohibition on tourism to protect the Jarawa's health and culture.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Jarwa Reserve?
A permit is required; the official fee is not published, so check with the Jarkatang office before travel.
What are the best hikes in Jarwa Reserve?
There are no authorized hikes; the area is off‑limits to tourists to protect the Jarawa people.
When is the best time to visit Jarwa Reserve?
Visiting is not recommended at any time; the reserve is closed to tourism year‑round.
Can I see the Jarawa tribe from a bus tour?
No. Bus tours that pass through the reserve are illegal and harmful; they are prohibited by law.
Is camping allowed in Jarwa Reserve?
Camping is prohibited; the reserve is protected and access is tightly controlled.
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