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Ross & Smith Islands
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Ross & Smith Islands

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

4.7 (0)
Overview

Twin islands joined by a natural white sandbar you can walk across at low tide — one of the most photogenic and pristine spots in the entire archipelago.

Why visit: Twin islands linked by a walkable natural sandbar.

Things to do
  • ›Sandbar walk
  • ›Snorkelling
  • ›Twin islands
  • ›Turquoise lagoon
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Travel Information

Best time

Nov–Apr

Entry fee

Permit + boat

Est. budget

₹1500–3500

Duration

Full day

Nearby attractions

Within
3.5 km
📍 Island
4.1

Craggy Island

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A small rocky island off Diglipur with clear water and corals, a quiet snorkelling stop for those venturing to the remote north.

Nov–AprHalf dayExplore
7 km
🏖️ Beach
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Pathi Level Beach, Diglipur

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A tranquil, little-known beach in the Diglipur area, ideal for those wanting empty sands and clear water off the tourist trail.

Nov–Apr1–2 hrsExplore
7.9 km
📍 Scenic
3.8

Aerial Bay Jetty, Diglipur

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The busy northern harbour of Diglipur where ferries and fishing boats dock and boats depart for Ross & Smith Islands — a lively slice of island port life.

Nov–Apr1 hrExplore
9 km
🏖️ Beach
4.3

Kalipur Beach & Turtle Nesting

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A black-and-gold sand beach near Diglipur famous as a nesting ground where four species of sea turtle, including the giant leatherback, come ashore.

Dec–Mar (nesting)Half dayExplore
11 km
📍 Urban
3.8

Diglipur Town

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The largest town of North Andaman amid rice fields and orchards, the base for Ross & Smith Islands, Saddle Peak and Kalipur's turtle beach.

Nov–Apr1–2 hrsExplore
11.9 km
📍 Nature
4.0

Alfred Caves

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A cluster of narrow limestone caves near Diglipur, home to swiftlets and reached by a forest trek — an off-beat adventure for spelunkers.

Nov–AprHalf dayExplore
12.7 km
🏖️ Beach
4.0

Ramnagar Beach, Diglipur

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A long, quiet beach near Diglipur backed by casuarina and hills, a peaceful spot for sunset walks in the far north.

Nov–Apr1–2 hrsExplore
17.3 km
📍 Nature
3.9

Kalpong River & Dam

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The only river of the Andamans, feeding the islands' sole hydroelectric project amid lush paddy and forest scenery near Diglipur.

Nov–Apr1–2 hrsExplore
17.5 km
📍 Scenic
3.8

Kalighat, Diglipur

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

A riverside settlement in the far north where boats set off along the mangrove creeks, gateway to the northern turtle beaches and estuaries.

Nov–Apr1–2 hrsExplore
20.1 km
📍 Nature
4.4

Saddle Peak National Park

Diglipur, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The archipelago's highest point at 732 m, a tropical evergreen national park with a rewarding jungle trek to a summit overlooking the sea.

Nov–AprFull dayExplore