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Beach Odisha Nature & Wildlife Lovers

Chilika Lake & Coastal Wildlife Explorer

Chilika - Puri - Gopalpur
5D / 4N
From Bhubaneswar Airport (BBI)
November – February (peak bird season)

Five days along Odisha's coast and Chilika Lagoon — dolphin-spotting boat rides at Satapada, the bird sanctuary of Nalabana, Puri's beaches, and the colonial calm of Gopalpur-on-Sea. A nature lover's coastal circuit.

Duration 5D / 4N
Destinations 3 Places
Starting Point Bhubaneswar Airport (BBI)
Transport Private AC vehicle + lagoon boat rides
Hotel 4 nights — lake resort, beach hotels
Meals Breakfast + Dinner (MAP)
Best For Nature & Wildlife Lovers
Season November – February (peak bird season)

Day-Wise Itinerary

Your complete journey breakdown

Day 1

Day 1 — Arrival & Drive to Puri

Overnight: Puri

Day Plan

Afternoon: Bhubaneswar airport pickup, drive to Puri (60 km), hotel check-in.
Evening: Sunset and seafood dinner by the beach.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner (MAP)
Stay: Puri
Day 2

Day 2 — Chilika at Satapada

Overnight: Puri

Day Plan

Morning: Drive to Satapada (50 km). Boat ride to spot Irrawaddy dolphins and the sea-mouth.
Afternoon: Lakeside lunch, return to Puri.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner (MAP)
Stay: Puri
Day 3

Day 3 — Nalabana Birds & Gopalpur

Overnight: Gopalpur

Day Plan

Morning: Boat to Nalabana Bird Sanctuary for migratory flocks.
Afternoon: Drive to Gopalpur-on-Sea (110 km); evening at the colonial beach town.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner (MAP)
Stay: Gopalpur
Day 4

Day 4 — Gopalpur Leisure & Coast

Overnight: Gopalpur

Day Plan

Day: Beach leisure, old lighthouse, fishing-village walk, and the backwaters around Gopalpur.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner (MAP)
Stay: Gopalpur
Day 5

Day 5 — Departure

Overnight: — Departure —

Day Plan

Breakfast and drive back to Bhubaneswar (170 km) for your onward flight.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner (MAP)
Stay: — Departure —

What's Included & Excluded

Everything you need to know about the package

What's Included

  • 4-night accommodation (lake resort + beach hotels)
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • Two Chilika lagoon boat rides (Satapada + Nalabana)
  • Private AC vehicle throughout
  • Driver allowance, tolls and parking
  • All sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Naturalist-guided boat excursions

What's Not Included

  • Flights or train tickets
  • Boat speed-boat upgrades
  • Camera / drone permit fees
  • Lunch unless mentioned
  • Personal expenses & tips
  • Travel insurance

Package Pricing

Starting from
₹11,499 / person

*Price varies based on season and group size

Group Discounts

Special rates for groups of 6+ people

Seasonal Pricing

Peak season: November – February (peak bird season) | Off season available

Customization

Itinerary can be tailored to your preferences

Booking Advance

Book 7 days in advance for best rates

Transport Details

Comfortable travel throughout your journey

SUV

Private Transfer · 6–7 passengers (Innova) · Comfortable road transfers with luggage room.

Motorboat — Satapada

Boat / Ferry · 8–10 passengers · Licensed lagoon boat with life-jackets for dolphin spotting.

Motorboat — Nalabana

Boat / Ferry · 8–10 passengers · Bird-sanctuary excursion boat with naturalist on board.

Note: Road transfers are in a private AC vehicle; lagoon legs use licensed motorboats with life-jackets provided.

Accommodation Details

Comfortable stay at quality hotels

Swosti Chilika Resort

4-Star · Chilika (Barkul) · 1 Night · Lake-View Room

Mayfair Heritage

Resort · Puri · 2 Nights · Sea-View Deluxe

Mayfair Palm Beach

4-Star · Gopalpur · 1 Night · Sea-Facing Room

Note: A mix of a lakeside resort and beach-front hotels chosen for views and location. Upgrades available on request.

Meal Plan

Half Board

Breakfast

Daily at hotel

✓ Included

Lunch

On your own

✗ Not included

Dinner

Daily at hotel

✓ Included

Dietary Notes

Breakfast and dinner included. Fresh coastal seafood and lakeside lunches available (payable directly).

Travel Route

Your journey flow from start to finish

Puri

Start Start · Days 1–2 · Coastal base town with golden beach and Jagannath Temple.
1

Satapada

Stay 50 km · 1h 15m · Chilika sea-mouth — best zone for Irrawaddy dolphins.
2

Nalabana

Visit By boat · 45m · Island bird sanctuary inside Chilika — winter migratory birds.
3

Gopalpur

Return 110 km · 2h 30m · Tranquil colonial-era beach town on the Bay of Bengal.
4
Total Distance: 390 km total

Package Highlights

What makes this package special

Irrawaddy Dolphins

Boat ride at the Chilika sea-mouth.

Migratory Birds

Nalabana sanctuary in peak season.

Two Coastal Towns

Puri & quiet Gopalpur-on-Sea.

Coastal Seafood

Fresh catch by the lagoon & sea.

Naturalist Guides

Expert-led boat excursions.

Private AC Travel

Comfortable road transfers.

Package Overview

Complete details about your journey

About This Package

Spanning over 1,100 sq km, Chilika Lake is the jewel of Odisha’s coast — a Ramsar wetland where freshwater meets the sea. This 5-day explorer threads the lagoon’s richest wildlife zones with two relaxed beach towns.

Why Choose This Route

We time the boat rides for the best dolphin and bird activity, use licensed boats with naturalists, and base you in lake- and sea-view stays rather than generic city hotels. It’s a slow, nature-first itinerary built around the wildlife — not against it.

Experience You'll Get

Glide across glassy water as Irrawaddy dolphins surface beside the boat, scan Nalabana’s reed beds for flamingos and pelicans, walk Gopalpur’s old lighthouse shore, and end each day with fresh seafood as the sun drops into the Bay of Bengal.

Ideal For

Made for nature lovers, birders and photographers, couples seeking calm coastal days, and families with curious kids. The gentle pace suits all ages.

Why Choose This Package

Benefits that make a difference

Naturalist Guides

Lake & Sea-View Stays

Comfortable Travel

Flexible Itinerary

24/7 Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know

Irrawaddy dolphins are wild, so sightings are highly likely but not guaranteed. Satapada has the highest success rate, especially in the morning.
November to February is peak season at Nalabana, when over a million birds arrive from Central Asia and Siberia.
Yes — we use licensed motorboats with life-jackets for everyone and calm-water routes. Inform us of any mobility needs in advance.
Yes. We can add Bhitarkanika, extend the Gopalpur stay, or upgrade to private speed-boats — just ask.
100% refund 30+ days before travel, 50% within 15–29 days, no refund within 14 days.