Ross and Smith Island

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North and Middle Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Edit

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Ross and Smith Islands are known as the Twin Islands of Andaman and Nicobar group of islands. Ross and Smith islands are actually two islands – Ross and Smith joined together to make a single group of islands. These are one of the must watch places in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Dungis (Wooden boats) are no longer permitted for a trip to Ross and Smith Island. You will have to hire fiber boat. In past these Dungis (300-400 INR) were a real cheap deal for visiting Ross and Smith Islands. Tours to Mangroves creeks (1500 INR for half day, 2000 INR for whole day) and other northern most islands (Near Coco Island) can be arranged by these fiber boat guys. They also have Dungis for smaller tours. Overnight stay is not allowed at Ross and Smith Island.

Ross and Smith Island

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Best Season to VisitEdit

October – May

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2-3 Hour

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Indian (Adult)-50 INR
Charges of Fiber boats to Ross and Smith Island from Aerial Bay:
For a Voyage for 6 persons: 2000 INR
Beyond 06 Person: 200 INR per person
After 2 hours of waiting charges (after anchoring at destination): 300 INR

Kids Rs. : Indian (Children)-25 INR
Charges of Fiber boats to Ross and Smith Island from Aerial Bay:
For a Voyage for 6 persons: 2000 INR
Beyond 06 Person: 200 INR per person
After 2 hours of waiting charges (after anchoring at destination): 300 INR

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Foreigner (Adult)-500 INR
Charges of Fiber boats to Ross and Smith Island from Aerial Bay:
For a Voyage for 6 persons: 2000 INR
Beyond 06 Person: 200 INR per person
After 2 hours of waiting charges (after anchoring at destination): 300 INR

Kids Rs. : Foreigner (Children up to 12 years)-25 INR
Charges of Fiber boats to Ross and Smith Island from Aerial Bay:
For a Voyage for 6 persons: 2000 INR
Beyond 06 Person: 200 INR per person
After 2 hours of waiting charges (after anchoring at destination): 300 INR

Still Photo Camera Rs. : 25 INR

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How to ReachEdit

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Train : Andaman doesn’t have railway station. Chennai Central (MAS) is a close railway station connected to Mumbai for being nearest to Andaman on rail route.

Air : To travel to the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, it is most convenient to avail the airport located at the capital city called Port Blair. From this place, one can easily travel to the important cities of mainland India like Chennai and Kolkata. Flights are operated regularly between Chennai, Kolkata and Port Blair. A few major airlines that operate such flights are Jet Airways, Indian Airlines and Air Deccan.. Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair : 91 3192 235 619.

Others : By Ship
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands stand in the midst of the Bay of Bengal. Therefore, one should not miss the fascinating experience of reaching Andaman and Nicobar Islands by ship. Passenger ships connect Kolkata, Chennai and Vishakhapatnam, which are major cities of mainland India with Port Blair. These ships are available on a regular basis and help one to make a tour to Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
On an average, in a month, 3 or 4 ships are available from Chennai and Kolkata to travel to Port Blair. From Vishakhapatnam, one ship is available per month to travel to Port Blair.
It takes around three days to reach Port Blair by sea. A ship generally halts for around 2 days at the seaport before leaving it to start a reverse journey, that is, from Port Blair to Kolkata, Chennai and Vishakhapatnam. The ferries can take up to five days to arrive depending on weather and various other variables.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands stand : 91-9933214071, 91- 9474286311.
Auto-rickshaws here at local places are the other mode of preferred transport as the rates are standardised. You can hire them either from the market area or flag them down on the main road

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Safety / WarningEdit

Beware of pickpockets as Andaman is a major tourist city in India.
Beware of fake items. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more