The Kalipur beach is located in Diglipur island of the northern part of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. This beautiful and serene beach is just behind the Kalipur village and is famous for turtle nesting. Kalipur beach is one of the few beaches that are home to rare four species of sea turtles that are Olive Ridley, Leather Back, Hawk Bill, and Green Turtles. The beach is primarily visited by tourists to witness the rare species of turtles and their eggs. If one comes in the right season, then one might get the chance to witness cute little turtles come out and make their way to the sea.
Seeing turtle nesting is an absolute delight to the eyes. But, to witness that, one needs to visit the place between October to March. However, one may visit the place at any time of the year because being close to the ocean, the climate of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands remains pleasant throughout.
History of Kalipur Beach Andaman
There is not any kind of brief historical records associated with this travel getaway. However, the Kalipur beach has always been known among the locals and tourists as a sea turtles' nesting spot for many years now. Many species of turtles visit the seashore to lay eggs annually in the months between October to March. Some lucky tourists often get the opportunity to witness the baby turtles crawling into the sea early in the morning or adult turtles laying eggs late in the night.
Jellyfish, dead corals, mangrove plants are a common sight at the beach shore. The beach is famous for its volcanic grey-colored sand that blends very well with the overall ambiance of the beach and grants the beach a warm and subtle vibe.
Major Attractions Around Kalipur Beach Diglipur
1. Craggy Island
Craggy Island is another tourist attraction near Kalipur Beach. The island consists of several resorts to stay in during vacations. Tourists love to stay on the island for its calming vibes and serene views that surround it. Reaching the craggy Island only takes 20 minutes from Kalipur Beach.
2. Snorkelling
One can enjoy snorkeling in the sea. Many organizers at Diglipur will equip you with safety equipment before you go snorkeling. Snorkeling here will be an opportunity to admire the aquatic world that includes aquatic creatures, coral, fishes, and endangered species of turtles.
3. Scuba Diving
Beaches of Andaman and Nicobar Islands are popular for Scuba Diving because the place is home to rich coral reefs. Tourists who visit the beach and are enthusiastic about water sports enjoy indulging in scuba diving in the Kalipur sea.
4. Swimming
Apart from adventure water sports, one may also enjoy swimming along the seashore. Swimming amidst the surreal ambiance of the beach is not just body relaxing but also gives you a relaxing shift from stressful city life. If swimming is not your thing then you may stay at the beach to experience a mystical sunset in the evening.
How to Reach Kalipur Beach
Kalipur beach is a popular picnic spot for locals and tourists alike. People arrive here to experience the serenity in its ambiance and enjoy water activities such as snorkeling, swimming, etc. You can arrive here via airways and waterways from mainland India. Listed below are some best travel options that you may consider to reach the beach conveniently.
By Air
Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair is the nearest airport to reach Kalipur beach. From the airport, one may take a taxi or a local tourist bus to reach Kalipur beach. The airport gets flights from all the metro cities of India such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru, and neighboring countries.
By Road
Kalipur Beach is approx. 300km away from Port Blair. One may book a taxi, a seat on a private bus, or get on a public bus to reach the beach. In case you are traveling from Diglipur to Kalipur Beach then you have to cover a distance of approx. 18km to reach the beach by any public transport such as a taxi or a bus.
By Water
To reach Kalipur Beach through waterways, you have 3 options that include taking the regular ships from Chennai, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam port. Seat reservations on these ships can be done online. After arriving in Port Blair, you can hire local speed boats or a taxi or a bus to reach Kalipur Beach.
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