Karmatang beach is considered the most attractive and the best beach of Mayabunder. This beach is located at a distance of about 20 kilometers from Mayabunder. Considered a turtle nesting ground by “The Olive Ridley Turtles” and the “Andaman Green Turtles”, this beach is a shimmering stretch of white sand and crystal clear waters. This beach can be ideally visited for picnics, or just for spending a lazy-leisure-day and soak in some peace of mind.
The surroundings are a bio-diverse nature paradise as the thick jungle offers home to over 13 indigenous birds species, 36 indigenous species of insects and 6 species of indigenous trees. Due to the richness of the forest territory it is now made into a National Park. Saddle Peak is popular for trekking and perfect for adventure seekers. The climb is steep and about 8 kms long. On a sunny day it could be a challenge for some of the most experienced trekkers too. Kalpong, the only river of Andamans flows through the forest and offers a refreshing fresh water stream where water is still drinkable. The path follows the beach and then cuts through different types of jungle up to the top.
Andaman Kalipur Beach is located half an hour ahead situated at a distance of 18 km from Diglipur and is also known as the Sunrise Beach of Diglipur. This is one of the most loved tourist spots in Andamans. Primarily known for turtle nesting, it is one of the few beaches in the world. Kalipur Beach is a turtle nesting ground and blessed with four rare species of sea turtles including Olive Ridley, Green turtles, Hawks Bill, and Leather Black. For this purpose, the government has built a hatchery there and if lucky you can witness both turtles laying their eggs (late at night) or baby turtles being set free into the sea (early morning).