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Pulicat Lake

A flamingo lagoon behind the Sriharikota launch pads

November to Marchbest timeDay tripideal₹200–1,000per person / day

About Pulicat Lake

The second-largest brackish lagoon in India straddles the AP–Tamil Nadu border, separated from the sea by the Sriharikota barrier island. On the Andhra side, from Atakanithippa and Sullurpeta, flamingos, pelicans and painted storks gather from November to March.

Why visit

  • Greater flamingos in season
  • Boat rides on the lagoon
  • Nelapattu sanctuary next door

Things to do

01Flamingo watching
02Boat ride
03Nelapattu bird sanctuary