Isolated Tribe Takes Extreme Measures To Keep Visitors Away

For decades, people have warned others not to go to one particular island in the northeastern Indian Ocean, as those foolish enough to venture onto its shores are never seen or heard from again. There are plenty of rumors surrounding what goes on there, but when you discover what’s really lurking on the island, you’ll think twice about booking your next tropical vacation…

North Sentinel Island

Located just off the coast of Indian, one landmass in the Andaman Islands in the Bay of Bengal is a bit different from the rest. North Sentinel Island is a small, square landmass. With its coral reefs and lush forests, it's easy to see why so many have been drawn to its shores.

Forbidden Territory

Despite overwhelming interest in the island, all but those with the highest level of clearance from the Indian government are forbidden from even entering the waters around it. The coral reefs can be vicious, but the biggest threat actually lurks just beyond the tree line.

Isolated People

North Sentinel Island is home to the Sentinelese, a group of natives that have called the island home since pre-Neolithic days. The tribe is considered to be one of the last uncontacted peoples in the world, and the reason for this has given the island a truly notorious reputation.

Visitors Aren't Welcome

In an effort to preserve their primitive lifestyle, the Sentinelese are known to mercilessly attack any visitors to the island on sight. They've even been known to fire arrows and launch spears at fishing boats that drift too close to their shores.