This bird sanctuary is actually less underrated and hardly explored. You've to go by boat and they charge 800 which is nominal even if you're alone or in a batch ( they carry up to 4-5 people in one boat) for an up and down trip. You'll be taken along to a small Mangroves island where you get to see some rare species of birds. You can also click good photos there and the ride lasts for maybe an hour. The sight of birds depends on the seasons. Timings are from 8:00 am to 17:00.

A beautiful place which is quite unknown to general public. Boatride through the mangroves and seeing all the migratory birds is an extremely peaceful time. The trips maybe about 2hr round that goes through mangroves, small isles and the edge near the see, which attracts a large percentage of birds. Visit in morning or late evenings for some beautiful lighting if you're into photography. Life jackets are provided,.entry was around 10rs. Boat rates vary according to Pax. Riders are well experienced in names of birds, migration patterns and different depths. A truly great place to spend some time.

If you planning a vacation trip with your family, a must place to visit don't miss this place .

You can visit here Between 8 am to 6pm. Before you can visit confirm its hie tide time if it's on low tide time you can't go inside the mangroves frost because of low water levels and in one boat you can accommodate max 12 peoples .and it was around a hour to complete the trip.

Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is a perfect place for bird watchers, tranquility lovers, mangrove lovers and boating enthusiasts. It is a valley that lies between Kozhikode and Malappuram. The workers and locals are good people. Entry fee is Rs 10 and boating is Rs 800 per hour for up to 10 people. It is 18km from Kozhikode city via Farok. Good roads. Best time to visit is morning or evening. It seems that more birds arrive in the evening. There are 8 types of mangroves including mangroves brought from the Amazon (Prantal, Chulli, Cheru Uppatti, Kannam Poti, Pukandal, Nakshatra Mangrove, Big Uppatti, Kuti Mangrove). There are many types of birds including migratory birds which can be seen as luck. Kadalundi also has a railway station. There are the legs of the collapsed bridge, a remnant of the 2001 train disaster that killed nearly 60 people. This is not the place for those who go expecting an amusement park mood. This is one of the best places in Kozhikode to go boating with knowledge-hungry kids. #kadalundi #kadalundi #birdsanctuary

A great place for some really nice boating experience and going in the midst of mangroves. A must visit.

The place is a mangrove reserve. There is a boat service through the Kadalundi river that takes is through the mangrove. The charge is Rs800 for an hour. We were 7 adults and 4 children in one boat. Many birds can be sighted even in off-season. Important to enquire high tide timings to make maximum use of the boat ride. During low tide, water recedes the area and makes it difficult to move around. The bird watching season is September to December, with peak in December. The place is only a few metres from the Kadalundi railway station

This is recognized by kerala government and it is very much safe. It was memorable experience. You can feel the authentic kerala scenic views. They we have one hour ride and two hours ride. Per hour 800 and two hours 1500. We opted for two hours for our boat. Staff is very polite and explained about the islands there. We can not allowed to enter into islands as part of our journey. We could see jumping fishes around the boat. Boat driver explored us different types mangrove forests in our trip. It took exactly two hours to return back to base location. Just amazing experience. Since we were late around 11am it was too hot even in January and birds were not found much . During summer we can't bare the humidity. If you are planning in the summer you must visit at morning hours. Look at the attached pics. Just awesome

Calm and peaceful place. You can take a boat tour to the mangrove. The boat trip is 1 hour long with multiple halts in between for taking pictures and enjoying nature. Run and managed by Kerala forest department. Tickets can be purchased on spot over the counter. No need for pre-booking. If you are a bird lover then the best time to visit is between November to March when migratory birds flock here in large numbers.

You can spend your evening time there. Small shops for tea and snacks available. Calm place If planning to take your vehicle near the beach side - below the bridge, be careful. It's a small road. Hardly one vehicle can go. If another vehicle comes in the opposite side, one of the vehicle's will have to take reverse. Expect few people who is waiting to start a fight ( local people )

I have reached here with my family. About 10 am. Our main goal was to have a boat ride through the mangroves . But unfortunately, it was low tide time. The officials said it would take like 2 hrs for the best ( വേലിയേറ്റം). So we just took some photos of the area and continued our journey. Better you call the local address to make sure the best time for boating.

If you want to see birds here you should go early morning. They provide a beautiful 2 hour boat trip in between the mangrove plants and bridges.Which was wonderful and a great experience and cheaper too

This thick mangrove forest is a rendezvous of migratory birds and rare avian species can be sighted often. The place is where the Kadalundi river kisses the Arabian Sea. Scenic mangrove islands and beautiful backwater would of course entice eco enthusiast and visitors. This is also a nice place for spending quality fun time with children and family. Boating facility is available at affordable rate. You can hire a boat at Rs 800 per hour. According to officials, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary has over 60 species of migratory birds such as sandpipers, sand plovers, seagulls, terns and turnstones etc. All these special guests coming from across the planet during different seasons of the year. November to April is ideal visiting time.

Good place to enjoy a good ride. Had a pleasant biHave private parking space. One hour boating costs 800/- There are 8 varieties of mangrove forest. You can enjoy based on the tidal changes. During low tides, its hard go through mangroves. Best time is during moderate tides. You can call a day before to arrange the ride and food if required. Can contact and ask for Mr. Sajeev a great personality who will explain everything. He is a good photographer too. Worth the time.

Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is a peaceful haven for bird lovers. The scenic beauty and diverse bird species make it a delightful place to visit. The sanctuary's tranquil surroundings and well-maintained paths create a pleasant experience for nature enthusiasts. Birdwatching here is rewarding, with a variety of migratory and resident birds to spot. The marshy landscape adds to the charm, making Kadalundi a must-visit destination for those seeking a serene escape in nature.

A calm and quiet place to visit. At the site office register your name and details then we can board a boat . Boat drivers are highly skilled and informative.. we will have a nice trip along the mangrove forest . Nice experience

You can see a lot of migratory birds which visit here in different seasons. The land has over 60 species of migratory birds that visits it during different times of the year. A boat ride at morning or evening is highly recommended for nature lovers.

Located right behind kadalundi railway station, this ecotourism place provides nice option to spend time with your family. You can hire boat on hourly basis and they will take you through the river and various mangrove forest in the vicinity. They will also take you to near the bridge where the river and sea meets. During season lots of migratory birds also can be spotted. I was charged Rs 800 for sn hour in a row boat which has a capacity to carry 6-8 people. There is pay and park space available near the spot.

First trip of the year. We were there in the afternoon. The cooperative attitude of the boat owner and those around him was good. This was my first experience of seeing mangroves in person. We could not go through the jungles as it was full of mud. We saw the migratory parrots from a distance. How fun is it to watch the jumping of small fishes?. All this was a positive experience.🥰💞

If you are a nature lover you should love this palce, do not expect typical tourist spot viewing area are small. Bird watching facility are less here, birds are came here seasonal time only, in off season you can see some white crane only. Raw boat are available around 800Rs per boat

Great experience with boat ride through kadalundy river. You could see different types of birds and mangrove forests. The river is not deep either.

Sometimes you might have to wait to get enough water so that the boat can move around. Better visit in the season time so you may find migratory birds. Boat was available at 800 rupees, you can opt to share with others (but might need to wait for sometime to get enough number of people)

Great place. The boat guys are very knowledgeable and friendly. A good place to spend some quiet time with your family listening to the sounds of nature, and trains passing over the bridge

May be this month ( September ) not a bird season time, I can't see any birds. But you can go small wooden boat ride 100rs/person with nice mangroves views( small boat Rs 800/hr sharing with 8 persons ). Boat driver so friendly and explained history of those islands..Overall good to enjoy nice evening with family..

Must visit for nature lovers... The boating experience was great.. almost 2 hours through the mangrove area... best time to visit is October to December when you can spot a lot of birds

A beautiful spot to spend some time with family and kids. A spectacular sunset and a lovely boat ⛵ ride is all you need though the mangroves, then it's the right place to relax..sharing a few sunset pics I had taken

We could see a bunch of migrating seagulls, and many other varieties of birds during this time of the year. The boat rowing along with the Mangroves will take you to another level of beautiful natural creativity... The boat operator was illustrating the peculiarities of geography, migration of birds etc throughout the journey. It was a great experience.

Really enjoyed the boat ride. Our guide was very friendly and interactive but only spoke Malayalam, so mayyybe get a mallu friend along. They also opened quite late, about aound 8:45am so no point showing up early. The rates are at 800/boat for an hour and 1500/boat for 2 hours with a capacity of 8. (10 maybe)

Very good sightseeing spot. Would definitely recommend this place if you are near Kozhikode area also if you are with a group. The main attraction is the migratory birds ans sea birds which are in the mangrove forest nearby and can only be watched if you go for boating which is also offered here. Very good and friendly staff the only problem is that you have to call them earlier and enquire about whether boating is possible as it can only be done during high tides. It's recommended for a group of 5 or 6 as boating cost 800 for 1 hr which takes you to the mangrove forest where it's a warming feeling for you mind and your eyes.

Good Place to visit with family & Friends. There is boat fecility to cover different types of mangroove forest . Its famous bird sanctuary. You can see different birds in season time.

Awesome experience , we were a little late so we missed boat ride through inside mangrove , although we enjoyed it

The best time to visit the place is from March to September in the evening Over a hundred species of native birds have been recorded in the sanctuary, including about 60 species of migratory birds which visit seasonally; these include terns, gulls, herons, sandpipers and cormorants. Notable species are whimbrels and brahminy kites. The sanctuary is well known for a wide variety of fish, mussels and crabs.Some species of snakes, cobras, vipers and kraits also live here.

Loved the experience but it's better if u visit it early to watch more birds and also in right seasons with abundant water. A boat costs 800/- per hour (allowed for 8 ppl) which insanely cheap.. the entry ticket is 20/- seperately.. it's very pretty

It's an amazing place with lots of nature all around. The boat ride is a must, it costs 800/- and is managed by a local community. The guide was very cordial and discriptive. The place is mesmerizing with groves birds skipping fish bridges and locals on tiny islands...must go to place

Good place Visit for 2 hrs Don't go in sun Boating price 800 for 4 people I will rate 3/5 1 point for nice view 1 point for boating experience 1 point for those plants I cut 1 point because no bird found as it is a bird sanctuary 1 cut 1 more point because nothing is there to see except riding the boat by paying 800rs.

A great place to visit. Our boat driver was very familiar with the backwaters, narrow canals & many of the birds & flying fish. The Mangroves are amazing and well managed by this organization & the local residents in these backwater communities. Dont miss this opportunity to be wowed by nature at its most basic level. There's tons to see & hear, so don't forget to be quiet while your punter guides you through this journey.

Boat ride to many mangrove forests - this is a totally different experience. Not many birds were present though, mainly cranes. Boat men are very good and cooperative. Bit hot though! Value for money.

Eco friendly and peaceful place to visit with family. Children would get a picture on importance of mangrove forest, bird sanctury, migrating birds etc.

If u are looking for a Boating u have good option here. Nice place but not a must visit one

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If u are very interested to see mangroves. It is the best place to visit.

Beautiful & great place to visit in Calicut. You can see mangrove forest, birds etc

Beautiful ecotourism place in Malappuram district, Kerala. Season is October to April. At this time you can see different types of birds of foreign origin (migratory birds)

It's really calm. Still unexplored by general public. This place has real tourism potential

Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, located in Kerala, India, is a haven for migratory and resident birds, set against a backdrop of serene mangroves and estuaries. It's a vital conservation area for avian biodiversity.

Great place for spending quality time with friends and family. Peaceful atmosphere and clean premises. Boating through mangrove Forrest will be a magnificent experience for anyone. A railway bridge is crossing across the river that too beside the sea. Overall a stunning experience with variety of views and activities.... Eco tourism , boating , sea food , etc......

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Such a a beautiful hidden place. Must try in a lifetime with family or friends. It costs 800 per hour for boating and worth it.

The Kadalundi bird sanctuary in Kozhikode district is spread over a cluster of islands in a scenic 🎬 area surrounded by hillocks where the Kadalundi River flows into the Arabian Sea 🌊 . This land has over 60 species of migratory birds 🦅 🦢 🐦 that visits it during different times of the year. One can see seagulls, terns, sandpipers, sand plovers, red and greenshanks, turnstones and so on with November to April being the ideal viewing time. This is indeed a paradise designed especially for bird lovers. PSB

Awesome 👍🏻 place A Boat ride through the mangrove trees with view of many birds is good.800 rs/ 1 hour boat ride which is manually operated and not eith motor to avoid affecting the birds

A refreshing experience of boating through the different types of Mangroves. The boat is manually driven and the Boatsman was very friendly There were no Birds when I visited the place

Best experience visiting the serene nature experience.waves,ripples,cool breeze etc add to the feel of the boat ride.staff is so friendly,they give us all kind of information and take us to the mangrove forest amidst the river.Totally a fantastic experience❤️

Worth boating at the time of Eagre else you won’t feel it good. Moving through mangroves will give you a bright experience. If you are lucky enough you can see different migratory birds.. overall it was good.

good atmosphere, but no visitor due to covid, i think and lack of birds since off-season