Diglipur and North Andaman Peaks

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Diglipur and North Andaman Peaks

Andaman and Nicobar Islands · 5 destinations & hidden spots

Tourist Places & Hidden Gems in Diglipur and North Andaman Peaks

Alfred Caves (Ramnagar Caves) Hidden Gem
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Alfred Caves (Ramnagar Caves)

Alfred Caves (Ramnagar Caves), Diglipur and North Andaman Peaks, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

Hidden deep inside primary tropical rainforest near Ramnagar village in Diglipur, the Alfred Caves are an interconnected labyrinth of 41 limestone caves. Famous as the natural nesting habitat of the elusive Edible-nest Swiftlet and Fruit Bats, exploring the caves involves an adventurous trek through dense jungle and stream crossings.

Forest entry permit + guide charges required View Spot →
Craggy Island Hidden Gem
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Craggy Island

Craggy Island, Diglipur and North Andaman Peaks, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

Craggy Island is a miniature uninhabited coral jewel situated barely 20 minutes swim or dinghy ride off Kalipur Beach. Its underwater reef features phenomenal visibility, colorful sea fans, table corals, stingrays, and vibrant schools of reef fish.

Local dinghy boat ride (~₹500-₹1000) View Spot →
Kalipur Beach & Sea Turtle Hatchery Hidden Gem
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Kalipur Beach & Sea Turtle Hatchery

Kalipur Beach & Sea Turtle Hatchery, Diglipur and North Andaman Peaks, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

Kalipur Beach is uniquely blessed as the only beach in the world where four distinct species of sea turtles—Olive Ridley, Green Sea, Hawksbill, and the giant Leatherback—come to nest. With Saddle Peak towering in the backdrop and a government turtle hatchery on site, night turtle walks during winter are magical.

Ross and Smith Islands (Twin Sandbar Islands)
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Ross and Smith Islands (Twin Sandbar Islands)

Ross and Smith Islands (Twin Sandbar Islands), Diglipur and North Andaman Peaks, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

Ross and Smith Islands are twin paradise islands joined by a breathtaking natural white sand spit that emerges during low tide and gets submerged at high tide. With dazzling turquoise water on both sides of the sandbar, pristine coral gardens, and virgin rainforest, it is one of the most stunning sights in the Indian Ocean.

₹50 forest permit + speed boat ferry from Aerial Bay (~₹3000-₹4000 per boat for up to 6 people) View Spot →
Saddle Peak National Park
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Saddle Peak National Park

Saddle Peak National Park, Diglipur and North Andaman Peaks, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

Saddle Peak is the highest mountain peak in the entire archipelago (732 metres above sea level). The national park is cloaked in dense, multi-tiered evergreen rainforest harboring unique sub-alpine stunted montane flora, Kalpong River (the only perennial river of Andaman), and panoramic oceanic vistas from the summit.

₹50 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners View Spot →