Diglipur situated in North Andaman Island, provides a rare experience for eco friendly tourism that covers an expanse of greenery and marine life. It is famous for twin Ross & Smith Islands and Saddle Peak the highest point in the islands is nearby. Kalpong, the only river of Andaman flows here. The only Hydro-electric project of the islands is on this river. One can feel the innocent beauty of village life everywhere in Diglipur.
Entry into Diglipur is from Port Blair & Mayabunder. Sea connectivity twice in a week from Port Blair and will reach Aerial Bay Jetty which is very near to Kalipur in Diglipur. It is also well connected by daily two ferries services from Mayabunder. Diglipur island 325 kms by road from Port Blair. One can also reach Diglipur from Port Blair by road, generally is take about 13-15 hours to reach.
Diglipur is small Island with basic tourism infrastructure. It is advised to confirm your Hotel booking well in advance as there are few private resorts, including Turtle Resort run by the Directorate of Tourism at Kalipur. Amongst the top sightseeing places in are Kalipur beach A home to thousands of turtles, Lamiya Bay Beach A foothill of Saddle Peak, Shyam Nagar A chain of fresh emerging mud volcano Volcano, Twin Islands "Ross & Smith" joined together by a sand bar to make a single group of islands, Ramnagar Beach A suitable beach for swimming, Alfred Caves A cluster of amazing 41 caves, Saddle Peak is famous for its oranges, rice, forest wealth and marine life.