Uppalapadu Bird Sanctuaryఉప్పలపాడు పక్షుల కేంద్రం
A village tank near Guntur where pelicans and painted storks nest every winter.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereGuntur, Andhra Pradesh
South Coastal Andhra
South Coastal Andhra
Best time to visit15 November to 15 February
Good seasonsWinter (December to February), Post-monsoon (October to November)
DifficultyEasy
Height25 m above sea level
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyUppalapadu, Guntur
EntrySmall entry fee
About Uppalapadu Bird Sanctuary
Uppalapadu is a village tank 7 km from Guntur where spot-billed pelicans and painted storks nest in large numbers on the trees standing in the water. The birds arrive from October and the colonies are fullest from November to February. A viewing tower and a walkway along the bund let you watch the nests closely. The sanctuary is small and easily done in a couple of hours from Guntur or Vijayawada.
What to see and do
- Spot-billed pelican colony
- Painted stork nests
- Watch tower
- Early morning bird activity
Part of Eastern Ghats.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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