Fast Facts
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Area |
2 square kilometers |
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Language |
Malayalam, English |
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Best Time to Visit |
December to April |
Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is one of the most beautiful bird sanctuaries of Kerala. A tour to Kadalundi will acquaint the tourists with unique and different species of wildlife amidst a fascinating natural habitat. The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary spread over a cluster of islands near Kozhikode draws tourists from all over the world for its vast range of avian species.
From February to March different species of migratory birds flock the islands of Kadalundi. From here the Kadalundi River flows into the Arabian Sea. The islands are surrounded by small hills amidst which the Kadalundi River meanders on its way. Tour to Kadalundi will always be a fascinating experience for bird lovers and nature lovers.
Location of Kadalundi
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Nearest Airport to Kadalundi: Karipur Airport in Kochi is 23km away from Kozhikode.
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Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode Railway Station is 19km away.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to take a tour to Kadalundi is from December to April.
History
The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary gets its name from the Kadalundi River which flows into the Arabian Sea. The river originates from the Western Ghats and flows through the Silent Valley, Malappuram and Kozhikode. The place has been named on this beautiful river.
Tourist Attractions
The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is the most famous tourist attraction of this place. Located a few kilometers from Kozhikode, the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary has been the home to a vast number of avian species.
Spread over an area of 2 square kilometers, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary in Kerala has been the resting place of over a hundred species of migratory birds including herons, sandpipers, terns, cormorants, gulls, egrets and also the brahmini kites.
One also gets to see different fishes, mussels crabs and turtles. Take a trip on a boat through the Kadalundi River to explore the virgin islands of Kadalundi.
How To Reach
By Airport: Nearest Airport to Kadalundi: Karipur Airport in Kochi is 23km away from Kozhikode.
By Railway: Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode Railway Station is 19km away. Take a tour to Kadalundi and spend a few days amidst the scenic beauty of nature and chirping of colorful birds.
