Saddle Peak National Park Hike in Diglipur | La Vacanza Travel

Saddle Peak National Park Hike in Diglipur

Duration: 9 hours
Destination: India, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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  • 9 hours
  • Andaman and Nicobar Islands
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

At a mighty 732 m above sea level, Saddle Peak is the highest point of the Andaman Islands. Taking approximately seven hours to trek to, the trail is well marked and passes through subtropical forests with mammoth trees. An easy trek, Saddle Peak offers incredible views of the archipelago. A permit is required to visit Saddle Peak and it is advised that plenty of water is carried. Saddle Peak National Park is famous for its marine life and vegetations. An easy trekking experience with a seasoned guide.

Itinerary

6:00am: You will be transferred from your hotel and will meet the guide at the Kalipur beach you would view of sunrise at the backdrop of Saddle peak.From here one can easily see Saddle Peak straight ahead
7:00am-9:30am: Continue the walk for 20 minutes through the beach which is followed by a jungle trek.This jungle trek ends with reaching the Saddle Peak. During the trek you will come across many fresh water streams flowing towards the coast.Entire trail is properly marked by signs and you will come across a village inside the park as well. Complete trek from beach to Saddle peak is about 8 KM most of which is an easy hike and there is a trekker's hut for rest as well on the way. On the way you will cross the 'East coast' view point which gives amazing view of the Craggy Island. After about 3 hours into the trek you will reach the summit of Saddle Peak at 732 m.
9:30am-2:00pm: One can spend some time there as picnic camp or near the rest points in between as the entire trip can’t be completed in a stretch
2:00pm:We start back towards the beach through the same way which will take 2-3 Hours
5:00pm: You reach back at the base where you are received and transferred back to the hotel

Stop At:

• Saddle Peak National Park, Diglipur, North Andaman Island 744202 India

Inclusions
  • Pick-up and drop off from hotel in Diglipur
  • Packed breakfast during the trek.
  • Guides and guards charges.
  • Entry charges to the National Park.

Exclusions
  • Meals other than breakfast.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Duration

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