Offbeat Spots📍 Diglipur, South Andaman

Alfred Caves

Cluster of 41 Dense Jungle Limestone Caves & Swiftlet Bird Nesting Trek in Diglipur

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Timings

6:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Daylight Trekking Only)

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Entry & Show Rates

Free Entry | Forest Checkpost Permit & Guide Recommended

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Time Needed

4 - 6 Hours (Including Jungle Trek)

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Best Season

October to April (Daytime Trekking Recommended)

🦇 41 Limestone Caves

Alfred Caves — Diglipur

Group of 41 raw limestone caves in dense rainforests near Ramnagar, home to swiftlet birds and bats.

ℹ️ Visitor Information

Entry Fee:Free Entry for All

Distance from Diglipur Market:16 km Drive + ~4 km Trek

Trek Duration:1.5 - 2 Hours Each Way

💡 Trekking Safety Tips

Forest Guide Required:Hiring a local forest guide from Ramnagar is strongly recommended due to dense jungle trails.

Sturdy Footwear:Wear sturdy closed trekking shoes; trails can be muddy and rocky.

Top Experiences & Adventure

🏝️ Activities at Alfred Caves

2 Activities Available

Cave Expedition🌿 Free / Self-Guided

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🦇 Limestone Cave Exploration

Explore natural limestone rock passages home to swiftlets and fruit bats.

✅ Included in Island Entry / Self-Guided🧭 Free Exploration

Jungle Trek🌿 Free / Self-Guided

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🥾 Primary Rainforest Trekking

Trek through pristine tropical evergreen forest canopy in North Andaman.

✅ Included in Island Entry / Self-Guided🧭 Free Exploration

📅 Suggested Visit Schedule at Alfred Caves

Full Day Schedule

⏰ 07:00 AM

Drive to Ramnagar Junction

Depart Diglipur town by cab/bus toward Ramnagar checkpost.

⏰ 08:00 AM

Guided Jungle Rainforest Trek

Begin the 1.5-hour trek through dense tropical jungle canopy.

⏰ 09:30 AM

Limestone Cave Exploration

Explore the cave passages, swiftlet nests, and stalactite structures with your guide.

✅ What is Included

✓Free access to Alfred Caves jungle forest trail

❌ Exclusions & Optional Add-ons

✕Guide fees (optional local guide)
✕Transport fare

🎒 What to Carry & Travel Packing Tips

✔️ Trekking shoes✔️ Torch / Headlamp✔️ Water bottle & snacks✔️ Insect repellent

📸 Alfred Caves Photo Gallery

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📜 Overview & History of Alfred Caves

Alfred Caves are a group of 41 raw, unexplored limestone caves nestled in the primary tropical rainforests near Ramnagar in Diglipur, North Andaman. Known as a major nesting site for edible-nest swiftlets and fruit-eating bats, reaching these secluded caves involves a thrilling 1 to 2-hour jungle trek through dense evergreen canopy. Guided exploration reveals narrow limestone passages, natural rock pillars, and stalactite formations, making it one of the most adventurous offbeat expeditions in North Andaman.