Saddle Peak Trekking
A climb to the highest point in the Andaman Islands, through dense tropical forest inside Saddle Peak National Park — for travellers who want a real trek, not just a walk.
At 732 metres, Saddle Peak is the highest point anywhere in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, sitting inside Saddle Peak National Park near Diglipur in North Andaman. The trek climbs through dense, largely untouched tropical forest — a real contrast to the beach-focused activities most visitors do further south.
This is a proper trek, not a casual walk: expect sustained, steady climbing through forest trail, with a licensed guide required by the forest department for the entire route. The reward is a summit view over the northern islands that very few visitors ever see.
Trailhead at Kalipur
Start early from the forest checkpoint near Kalipur, where permits are verified and your guide briefs the group on the route ahead.
Into the forest
The trail climbs steadily through dense tropical forest, home to endemic birds and plants found only on these islands.
The final ascent
The last stretch is the steepest, gaining most of the elevation over a shorter distance as the trail narrows toward the summit ridge.
The summit
Reach the saddle-shaped summit ridge that gives the peak its name, with sweeping views over North Andaman on a clear day.
- Forest department permit arranged in advance
- Licensed trek guide, mandatory for the entire route
- Entry fees for Saddle Peak National Park
- Route briefing before setting off
Timing: starts early morning to allow enough daylight for the full round trip; exact start time confirmed closer to your date.
Fitness: this is the most demanding trek offered on the islands, with sustained climbing through forest terrain from Lamia Bay. Good general fitness is needed, more so than our other treks.
Ready for the highest point in the Andamans?
Permits need advance notice — enquire early to lock in your date.
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