John Lawrence Island in Andaman

Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a beautiful archipelago in Andaman Sea. History says that this set of islands was discovered by Marco polo. Andaman and Nicobar is a union territory in India. A set of 572 islands, Andaman offers some of the most beautiful beaches in Asia. John Lawrence Island in Andaman is located somewhere in Middle Andaman.

The Andaman portion of the Andaman and Nicobar islands is divided into three parts-Upper Andaman, Middle Andaman, and Lower Andaman. John Lawrence is an uninhabited island in Middle Andaman. It is a part of Ritchie's Archipelago that lies East of Andaman Islands. Ritchie's Archipelago is 25-30 km east of Great Andaman and comprises of 4 large islands, 7 small islands, and small islets.

John Lawrence Island is long in shape. It is surrounded by beaches on three sides. Since the island is quite long in shape, the beach stretches to a long distance.

Quick facts on John Lawrence Island

Total Area-42 Sq Km

Distance from Havelock Island-24. Km

Closest Islands-Sir William Peel Island (9.4 Km) and Wilson Island (10.8 Km)

How to Reach John Lawrence Island

The only way to reach John Lawrence Island is by local boat services. There is boat service from Port Blair and Havelock Island through which you can reach this island. However, boat rides are subject to weather and condition of the sea.

There is a small channel between John Lawrence Island and Henry Lawrence Island that is lined with thick mangrove forests. Terrestrial moist forests and mangroves form the main vegetation of John Lawrence Island.

Highlights of John Lawrence Island

John Lawrence Island is quite popular for Rani Jhansi National Park, an eco-tourism hub in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This National Park stretches across 3 islands-John Lawrence Island, Henry Lawrence Island, and Outram Island. Rani Jhansi National Park is popular for fruit eating bat species. Quite rich in flora and fauna, this National Park is a must visit while on a trip to Andaman and Nicobar.

John Lawrence Island has got unique sandstone formations on the beach which is not commonly seen on the other islands of Andaman. However, one should be careful while sailing through the mangroves as they are full with crocodiles and other dangerous species.

John Lawrence Island is also an attractive option for people who like Trekking and Fishing. This island is a must visit for people who want to explore the undiscovered.