Chilka lake is the largest saltwater coastal lagoon in Asia and second largest brackish (salt water) lagoon in the world.
It is designated as the first Indian Wetland of International importance under the Ramsar Convention. Also a UNESCO site.
Inflow of water comes from many inland rivers mainly Daya river, a branch of R. Mahanadi that creates an Estuary and Sea mouth at Satapada(Puri). Lagoon is created by long drifts tidal currents water action from sea and inner river streams causing siltation, formation of barrier spits.
It has a unique hydrological ecosystem with combination of marine, brackish and freshwater systems at different sectors supporting amazing biodiversity.
It is spread over an area of nearly 1100 sq. Km.
It is a hotspot of biodiversity in the east coast :
• home to highly endangered species of Irrawady dolphins
• largest winter destination and breeding ground for more than 250 species of migratory birds in the Indian subcontinent.
• Rich fishing ground with more than 300 species of fishes. Also various other aquatic organisms like crabs, oysters etc can be found. They sustain livelihood of lakhs of fisherfolk of that region.
This lagoon is broadly divided into 4 sectors:
• Northern eastern zone (Puri district)
• North Central zone ( Khordah district)
• Southern zone(Ganjam district)
• Outer channel
Separated from Bay of Bengal by a 60 km long and variable width, barrier strip of a photogenic island (Rajhans island).
Numerous islands float in between this long strip and main body of the lagoon. Important islands for tourism are Crab island, Rajhans island, Kalijai Island ,Nalabana island, Bird's island, Breakfast island, Ghantashila Island, Honeymoon island and many more.
Chilka can be explored from mainly 3 settlements that provide boating and accommodation facilities: •Satapada (Puri district)
•Barkul (Khordah district)
•Rambha (Ganjam district)
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This season of vlog covers North-eastern Chilka that is Puri's Chilka or Satapada Chilka..
Satapada is nearly 40-44 km away from main city Puri, Odisha with nearly 1.5 - 2 hours by road. It is one of the settlements that hosts boat safari in the North Eastern Chilka.
Boat safari is provided by OTDC as well as private operators.
(Puri - Chilka) Bus service can be availed from any Puri Tour offices ( OTDC and private operators)
As of year 2023, OTDC package covers only Kalijai island but private operators cover:
• Red Crab Island
• Dolphin Sighting
• Rajhans Island & Sea mouth
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So choice depends on traveller.
Price package:
Bus ticket: ₹ 300 / person
(Price is more if booked from hotels)
Boat ticket : ₹ 375 / person
Two types of boats available here :
• 15-17 seater boat (₹100 / head)
• 10 seater (₹ 375/ head) (recommended)
Total: ₹ 700 / head (approx)
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Other islands or sectors of Chilika can be explored from different other settlements... Stay connected for probable upcoming seasons...
Watch till the end of the video...
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