Ross & Smith Islands
Twin islands connected by a tide-dependent sandbar.
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Diglipur
Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India· Last updated
- Best time
- November–April, dry season; turtle nesting season varies seasonally, worth checking current timing.
- Getting there
- Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair, approx. 298 km by road (roughly 9-13 hours) or approx. 180 km by sea.
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Diglipur sits in North Andaman, roughly 300 km by road from Port Blair, remote enough that it sees a fraction of the Havelock-Neil Island crowds despite offering comparable natural beauty. Ross and Smith Islands, connected by a thin sandbar that submerges at high tide and reappears at low tide, offer swimming on one side and snorkeling on the other, while Saddle Peak National Park protects the archipelago's highest point and significant birdlife, and Kalipur Beach serves as an important sea turtle nesting ground. Diglipur suits travelers willing to make the long journey north for genuinely uncrowded versions of everything that makes the Andamans famous — a tidal sandbar connecting two islands, a national park summit hike, and nesting sea turtles, all without Havelock's tourist density.
Nearby highlights
Saddle Peak National Park
Home to the Andamans' highest point.
Kalipur Beach
A significant sea turtle nesting ground.
Diglipur Village Life
The town's own quiet, under-visited character.
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Why Diglipur & Ross-Smith Islands are worth the detour
Diglipur rewards travelers willing to make the long journey north with genuinely uncrowded versions of everything that makes the Andamans famous — a tidal sandbar connecting two islands, a national park summit hike, and nesting sea turtles, all without Havelock's tourist density.
What a day looks like
Reaching Ross and Smith Islands requires timing around the tide — the connecting sandbar only appears at low tide, and swimming or snorkeling on either side of the islands rewards the effort with genuinely uncrowded, pristine water. A hike within Saddle Peak National Park offers a serious trekking option for those with additional time, and Kalipur Beach, during nesting season, adds the chance of a genuinely memorable wildlife encounter.
Reaching the Andamans' most uncrowded corner
Diglipur's specific remoteness, requiring a genuine commitment of travel time from Port Blair, is worth understanding as the reason it remains this pristine — the same long journey that deters casual visitors is precisely what's preserved the area's uncrowded character.
How to reach Diglipur
Nearest Airport: Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair, approx. 298 km by road (roughly 9-13 hours) or approx. 180 km by sea.
Best time to visit
November–April, dry season; turtle nesting season varies seasonally, worth checking current timing.
Where it is
Frequently asked questions
How many days are enough for Diglipur & Ross-Smith Islands?
Plan for at least 3-4 days given the long road or sea journey each way.
Do I need a permit for Ross and Smith Islands?
Yes, a forest department permit is required.
What are the must-visit places near Diglipur?
Mayabunder and Rangat.
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