Ross Island Andaman And Nicobar Islands

                     Ross & Smith Islands

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Diglipur & Around · interesting place

Like lovely tropical counterweights, the twin islands of Smith and Ross are connected by a narrow sandbar of dazzling white sand, and are up there with the best in the Andamans.
Since this is designated as a marine sanctuary, you need a ₹500 permit from the Forest Office opposite Aerial Bay Jetty. However, at time of research, you could apply in writing to the Forest Office to visit Smith Island for free (which is duly linked to Ross…); Pristine Beach Resort can assist with this process.
You can organise a boat from Aerial Bay for Rs.2000, but if you're staying at Pristine Resort it's easier and cheaper to take its dunghi for Rs.1800, meaning you don't have to travel to Aerial Bay.
Craggy Island , a small island off Kalipur, also has good snorkelling. Strong swimmers can make it across (flippers recommended), otherwise a dunghi is available (Rs.200 return).