Chilika Lake Tour
Dolphins, birds & boat rides on India’s largest lagoon.
An easy escape from Puri to Chilika — spot the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins at Satapada, watch winter’s migratory flocks at Nalabana, and sail to the island shrine of Kalijai.
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The Lagoon
Asia’s largest brackish-water lagoon.
Chilika Lake sprawls across roughly 1,100 km² along the Odisha coast — the largest coastal lagoon in India and one of Asia’s largest. Where its brackish water meets the Bay of Bengal, an extraordinary ecosystem thrives, recognised as a Ramsar wetland of international importance.
It is best loved for two things: the rare Irrawaddy dolphins that surface near Satapada, and the immense flocks of migratory birds that descend on the Nalabana sanctuary each winter. Add the island temple of Kalijai and a glassy sunrise boat ride, and Chilika is the perfect third day of any Puri trip.
Chilika at a Glance
Boating is arranged and charged separately by local operators — we help you pick the right jetty, boat and route on the day.
What to See
Dolphins, birds & an island shrine.
Satapada
Irrawaddy Dolphins
The lagoon’s famous endangered dolphins, best spotted on a Satapada boat ride near the sea mouth.
Winter
Nalabana Bird Sanctuary
A core island sanctuary that fills with vast flocks of migratory birds from November to February.
Island shrine
Kalijai Temple
A revered goddess temple set on a rocky island in the middle of the lake — a serene boat stop.
Boat Rides & Access
Where to board & how to reach.
Satapada
Closest to Puri (~50 km) and the best base for dolphins — boats head towards the sea mouth where the lagoon meets the Bay of Bengal.
Barkul & Rambha
On the Bhubaneswar–Berhampur side, ideal for Nalabana birds, Kalijai Temple and wide open-water cruises.
How to reach
An easy drive from Puri or Bhubaneswar; we include pickup and a private AC vehicle, and arrange the boat locally.
Book Your Chilika Tour
Add Chilika to your Puri trip.
Our Puri Konark Chilika packages fold the lagoon into a smooth 3-day circuit — Jagannath darshan, the Konark Sun Temple and a dolphin boat ride, all by private AC car with pickup. Best enjoyed November to February.
- Private AC vehicle + hotel pickup
- Jagannath, Konark & Chilika in one trip
- Guidance on the best jetty & boat route
- Sea-view stays on request
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