Three ways onto the lake
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Dolphin point
Out to the channel near Satapada where Irrawaddy dolphins feed. We cut the engine for the last stretch and drift.
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Nalabana bird island
Flamingos, pelicans and bar-headed geese on the protected island, with a naturalist on board.
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Sea mouth & Rajhansa
Where the lake meets the Bay of Bengal. An hour on the sandbar beach before heading back.
When to come
How good each month usually is. Darker means better.
July and August: trips can be called off at short notice for monsoon weather. We refund in full.
Small boats, careful people
Life jackets for everyone
Including child sizes. Worn for the whole trip, not stored under a seat.
Licensed boatmen
Every boatman is from Satapada and has worked this lake for years.
Eight guests at most
So everyone gets a side of the boat and a clear view.
Engines off near dolphins
We drift the last stretch and never chase. The dolphins decide how close.
Reserve your seats
No payment now. Pay at the jetty in cash or UPI.