Iconic Twin Islands & Sandbar📍 Diglipur, South Andaman

Ross & Smith Islands

World-Famous Twin Islands Connected by Natural Sandbar in Diglipur

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Timings

6:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Speedboats depart Aerial Bay Jetty until 1:00 PM; Closed Wednesdays)

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Entry & Show Rates

₹50 Forest Permit | ₹1,000 - ₹1,500 Round-Trip Speedboat Pass

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Time Needed

4 - 5 Hours

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Best Season

October to May (Best Hours: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM)

🏝️ Iconic Twin Islands & Sandbar

Ross & Smith Islands — Diglipur (North Andaman)

The crowning jewel of North Andaman featuring two tropical islands joined by a 500m natural white sandbar dividing turquoise ocean lagoons.

🚢 Permit & Boat Pass Rate Card

Forest Entry Permit:₹50 (Indian) | ₹500 (Foreigner)

Speedboat Pass (Aerial Bay):₹1,000 - ₹1,500 / Person (Return)

Boat Travel Time:20 - 25 Minutes from Jetty

Weekly Closed Day:Every Wednesday

💡 Travel & Permit Tips

Forest Permit Required:Obtain forest permits from Aerial Bay Jetty counter before boarding speedboats.

Sandbar Low Tide Timing:Visit during morning low tide hours for maximum exposed sandbar walking area.

Top Experiences & Adventure

🏝️ Activities at Ross & Smith Islands

3 Activities Available

Must Visit🌿 Included in Permit

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🏖️ Twin Island Sandbar Walk

Walk across the natural 500-meter silica sandbar dividing turquoise ocean lagoons.

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

Top Experience🌿 Free / Included

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🏊 Dual Lagoon Swimming

Swim safely in calm crystal-clear waters on either side of the sandbar.

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

Boat Safari💰 ₹1,000 - ₹1,500

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🚤 Aerial Bay Speedboat Safari

Enjoy a scenic 20-minute boat ride through North Andaman mangrove coastal waters.

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📅 Suggested Half-Day Schedule at Ross & Smith Islands

Full Day Schedule

⏰ 08:00 AM

Report at Aerial Bay Jetty

Buy forest entry permit and board 20-minute speedboat.

⏰ 08:30 AM

Arrival at Smith Island & Sandbar

Walk across the 500m white sandbar connecting Ross & Smith islands.

⏰ 09:30 AM

Lagoon Swimming & Ross Nature Trail

Swim in calm shallow waters or trek shaded rainforest trails.

⏰ 12:30 PM

Return Speedboat to Aerial Bay

Board return boat back to main Diglipur jetty for lunch.

✅ What is Included

✓Access to Ross & Smith island trails and eco-huts
✓Life jackets and speedboat safety gear

❌ Exclusions & Optional Add-ons

✕Speedboat ticket & forest permit fee
✕Personal snacks & water

🎒 What to Carry & Travel Packing Tips

✔️ Swimwear & dry towel✔️ Sunscreen, hat & sunglasses✔️ Original Govt Photo ID for permit✔️ Cash in INR

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📜 Overview & History of Ross & Smith Islands

Ross & Smith Islands are internationally famous twin islands in North Andaman connected by a natural 500-meter white silica sandbar. During low tide, the sandbar emerges completely above the water, creating a natural walking bridge between the two tropical islands. During high tide, the sandbar submerges slightly under shallow crystal-clear water, dividing the ocean into two breathtaking turquoise lagoons. Ross Island is covered in dense virgin rainforest with nature trails and sun-loungers, while Smith Island features serene eco-huts, marine life, and shallow swimming waters. Speedboat transfers operate from Aerial Bay Jetty in Diglipur.