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Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake)
A large coastal brackish lagoon and wetland, one of the biggest such wetlands on the Coromandel Coast. Notified as a bird sanctuary in 2021 covering about 51.56 sq km, it was designated a Ramsar site of international importance in 2024. It is a major wintering ground for migratory waterbirds and flamingos.
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Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake)
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseMarakkanam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMarakkanam
DistrictViluppuram
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A large coastal brackish lagoon and wetland, one of the biggest such wetlands on the Coromandel Coast. Notified as a bird sanctuary in 2021 covering about 51.56 sq km, it was designated a Ramsar site of international importance in 2024. It is a major wintering ground for migratory waterbirds and flamingos.
Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake) is planned from Marakkanam, one of the travel bases in Viluppuram district. Use Marakkanam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake) — at a glance
TimingsBest visited around dawn and dusk
Best timeNovember to February (migratory season)
Entry: Free
Getting there: Near Marakkanam off the East Coast Road (~10 km); nearest railway Tindivanam (~35 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~50 km) or Chennai MAA (~110 km)
Bring binoculars; the lake is open wetland with no formal ticketing.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Marakkanam or nearby in Viluppuram, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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When is the best time to visit Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake)?
Entry: Free. Timings: Best visited around dawn and dusk. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake)?
Base yourself in Marakkanam or nearby in Viluppuram, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake)?
About an hour.
What else is near Kaluveli Bird Sanctuary (Kaliveli Lake)?
Nearby you can pair Bhoomeeswarar Temple, Marakkanam (4.1 km), Marakkanam Salt Pans and Beach (11.9 km), Matrimandir (14.6 km), Bommayarpalayam Beach (14.7 km).
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