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Chilka Lake attractions

The best time to visit Chilka is in the winter months, when migratory birds arrive there.
  • Nalabana – A designated bird sanctuary under the Wildlife Protection Act, Nalabana is a big island in the center of the lake. A treat for bird-watchers in the winter months, this island is completely submerged in the monsoon months.
  • Mangalajodi – A former poachers village which has become a community owned wildlife venture. The community is supported by Mangalajodi Ecotourism.
  • Bird Island – watch birds in their natural habitat.
  • Kalijai Island – abode of Goddess Kalijai. Pilgrims flock here in January during Makar Mela (at the time of Makar Sankranti) to pay obeisance to the Goddess. Is very close from Barkul. Flocks of peacocks roam here, mingling with the devotees.
  • Satapada - Is close to Dolphin point, where the critically endangered Irrawady dolphins and occasionally, bottle-nosed dolphins can be seen. Chilka is one of the only 2 lagoons in the world where Irrawady dolphins can be seen.
  • Brahmaputra - The place is known for its scenic beauty.
  • Breakfast Island - Is a 20 minutes boat ride from Rambha. Tourists pack breakfast from the OTDC panthanivas at Rambha and have it here in pristine surroundings. Beacon Island and Honeymoon Island are close by.
  • Rambha is a good place from which to discover Chilika Lake and this guide offers boat trips to visit the islands and watch birds.</see>

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