There are only a few places on the face of the earth that can match up to the scenic beauty, the tranquillity and the diverse ecosystem of the Andaman Islands.
With so much to do and so much to see, it makes one of the biggest cultural and recreational places that you can choose to visit when on a vacation.
There are a lot of towns scattered around the Andaman Islands and Diglipur is one of them. It is the largest island in the northern part of the Andaman Islands. The reason for Diglipur in Andaman being one of the most renowned, sought-after and celebrated places in the entire island is because of the ingenious yet natural scenery that surrounds it.
The Kalpong River is the only river that flows in the Andaman Islands and it flows through the city. Another reasons of the town being a tourist favourite is that it is really close to Saddle Peak (highest point in Andaman Islands) and is connected to the famed Ross and Smith Islands by nothing but a natural, white sandbar.
Visiting Diglipur and the different activities you can try
There is a lot of truth in the saying ‘half the trip is in the journey’. Diglipur is a really beautiful town in the northern part of Andaman Island that is connected to the Islands by the Andaman Grand Trunk Road. It takes approximately one day to reach the town. To properly enjoy the town and everything it has to offer, you need to allot at least three or four days because there is a lot to see and a lot to do here.
The first stop is made at Arial Bay Jetty. From here, you can hire a boat and travel to the sandbar that connects Diglipur and Ross and Smith Islands. The boat ride is about 25-minutes long. The sandbar is nothing short of paradise on earth because on one side of the sandbar lies a blue, crystal clear water that is just waiting for you to jump into and swim around in. On the other side of the sandbar lies the lagoon that is absolutely perfect for snorkelling.
With so much to do, you can easily spend half a day just switching between relaxing in the natural pool and snorkelling. Another activity that you can indulge in is trekking to the Saddle Point from Diglipur. This is the spot that boasts of a view that seems straight out of some fairy tale.
The different staying options at Diglipur
Diglipur has a lot of different stay options that you can avail. They have excellent facility, efficient staff and are quite economical as well. The food here is absolutely magnificent. There are sea-facing resorts and hotels that offer you the best view you could imagine. The view makes the stay more memorable. The hotel staffs are the icing on the cake as they ensure that every customer is well-attended to.
There are plenty of hotels scattered in and around Diglipur. While some are a little on the expensive side, some are fairly economical. There are some really beautiful hotels and resorts along the coastline of Diglipur with a number of different facilities. All one needs to do is find the right one according to their budget.
If you are planning on going on a vacation to Andaman Islands, then make sure you schedule a three day tour to Diglipur in Andaman for sure. There is no place like it with so much to enjoy. Knowing the above information will help you have a better stay and know where to go to have the most amazing experience.
