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Dolphin Boat Ride at Chilika Lake, Puri

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Puri

Dolphin Boat Ride in Puri Highlights

Enjoy a serene motorboating experience on the Chilika Lake in Puri and spot charming dolphins in their natural habitat.
Enhance your boat ride with a visit to the Sea Beach, Heavens Island, or Nalabana Island, each offering unique experiences of its own.
Sit back and relax as essential safety gear is provided and a professional boatman drives the motorboat, ensuring you have a comfortable ride.
Witness the captivating beauty of Chilika Lake as lush greenery and calm waters surround you during your peaceful escape in the heart of Odisha.

Dolphin Boat Ride in Puri Overview

About Chilika Lake:

Chilika Lake, located in Odisha, is the largest brackish (salty) water lagoon in the Asian continent. It is a paradise for nature lovers, bird enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike. Spanning through the districts of Puri, Khurda, and Ganjam, the lake has become popular because of its amazing scenery and captivating sunsets. Chilika Lake has a unique ecosystem that supports 225+ fish species including the endangered Irrawaddy dolphin, attracting many tourists for dolphin boat rides. The lake has also attained the Ramsar wetland status, owing to its rich biodiversity, and is also a haven for local seafood delicacies. It is an ideal place for anyone seeking a peaceful escape from the city with its beautiful islands like Nalabana, famous for its birdlife, and Satapada, renowned for dolphin spotting opportunities.

About the Dolphin Boat Ride:

Enjoy a relaxing motorboat ride on the Chilika Lake in Puri’s Satapada town as a professional boatman navigates the vast lagoon with expertise. Get a chance to spot the rare Irrawady or Chilka dolphins in their natural habitat. You will be captivated by the sight of these beautiful creatures hopping in the waters surrounding you. With essential protective gear like life jackets provided, you will be able to enjoy the motorboat ride stress-free with your safety ensured. Chilika Lake is a captivating water body with a unique ecosystem where you may also spot native birds. You can further enhance your experience by adding visits to the Sea Beach, Heavens Island, Nalabana Island, or the Kalijai Temple. While the Nalabana Island is abundant with birdwatching opportunities, the Kalijai Temple offers a peaceful, spiritual touch.

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Know Before You Go for Dolphin Boat Ride in Puri

The dolphin boat ride at Chilika Lake will typically last for 1 hour. Kindly report between 6 AM and 5:30 PM for this activity. Those who arrive later than 5:30 PM will not be able to undertake the activity.
The dolphin boat ride at Chilika Lake with Sea Beach will typically last for 3 hours. Kindly report between 6 AM and 2 PM for this activity. Those who arrive later than 2 PM will not be able to undertake the activity.
The dolphin boat ride at Chilika Lake with Heavens Island will typically last for 3 hours. Kindly report between 6 AM and 2 PM for this activity. Those who arrive later than 2 PM will not be able to undertake the activity.
The dolphin boat ride at Chilika Lake with Nalabana Island will typically last for 4 hours. Kindly report between 6 AM and 12 PM for this activity. Those who arrive later than 12 PM will not be able to undertake the activity.
The dolphin boat ride at Chilika Lake with Nalabana Island and Kalijai Temple will typically last for 7 hours. Kindly report between 6 AM and 10 AM for this activity. Those who arrive later than 10 AM will not be able to undertake the activity.
Each boat can accommodate up to 6 people including 4 adults and 2 children (up to 7 years of age).
The meeting point for the activity will be in the Satapada Town of Puri. The exact location will be shared after booking confirmation.
Please note that transfers to and from the meeting point are not included in the package. You will have to manage the commute on your own.
Visitors are required to report at the meeting point at least 20 minutes prior to their scheduled time of boating. Kindly adhere to the same.
It is prohibited to step out of the boat while on the waters.
Safety gear like a life jacket will be provided to all guests and must be worn at all times during the boat ride.
The experience takes places at a plastic-free zone. Hence, it is requested that you do not carry any plastic bottles or similar things.
It is requested that you carry any plastic waste in a disposal bag to be disposed off later in designated bins. Kindly do not litter and help keep the destination clean.
Participants are not allowed to carry any sharp object, lighter, alcohol, knife, explosives, crackers, etc. Any inflammable items are also prohibited. Those found in possession of any potentially hazardous or dangerous items will not be allowed to participate.
Consumption of alcohol or drugs is prohibited. Those who appear intoxicated will not be allowed to participate. Smoking is also not allowed.
It is prohibited to offer any eatable items to the birds and animals inhabiting the region.
Do not tease, chase, or provoke the animals and birds in any way to ensure a safe experience.
It is requested that you avoid speaking loudly or listening to loud music as this can disturb the fauna.
Any breakage or damage of any items will be charged at actuals.
Please note that the activity may be cancelled or postponed due to circumstances like weather conditions, natural disasters, political disturbance, etc. In cases like these, the visitors will be offered the next best slot available.
Images are for representation purposes only. The actual experience may differ.
ID Proof is mandatory for each individual guest upon arrival. PAN Card will not be considered as a valid identity proof.

Things To Carry for Dolphin Boat Ride in Puri

Caps
Water bottle
Valid id proof
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion (spf 40+)

Dolphin Boat Ride in Puri Map

Starting Point

Satapada

Dolphin Motor Boat Association, At/Po :, Brahmagiri, Satapada, Puri, Odisha 752011, India

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Dolphin Boat Ride in Puri Policies

The customer will receive a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.

Thrillcash+ : All the refund in Thrillophilia wallet will be transferred in 30 Min.

Cash Refunds: Once initiated, usually take around 3-5 business days to get transferred to the same account through which the payment is made.

In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain trips or activities may get canceled. In such cases, the operator will try their best to provide an alternate feasible. However, a cash refund will not be applicable for the same. Thrillcash+ will be allocated in your Thrillophilia wallet which can be used anytime in the future.

If rescheduling requests are made 72 hours before the date of travel, no amount will be charged as rescheduling fees.

If rescheduling requests are made between 0 to 72 hours before the date of travel, 30% of the total tour cost will be charged as rescheduling fees.

All rescheduling requests are subject to availability.

If cancellation is made 15 days or more before the date of travel, no cancellation fees will be charged.
If cancellation is made between 7 days to 15 days before the date of travel, 50.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellation is made within 7 days before the date of travel, total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.

100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 0 days before the date of booking

Puri Top Attractions

Shree Jagannath Temple

It was built in the 12th century by the ruler of the Ganga Dynasty. The most famous festival of Ratha−Yatra is held here. The main deities worshipped here are Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra. The temple serves as a mysterious historical structure built millennia ago. People visit Odisha to gain blessings of Lord Jagannath.

Chilika Lake

The most abundant saltwater lake and coastal lagoon in India. Located 44kms from Puri. It is the most significant ground for migratory birds. It is flooded with all species of birds like; heroines, sea eagles, jacana, Flamingoes, and gray lay geese. This makes the lake a delight for bird watchers. It is also the home of the largest breeding colonies of flamingos.

Puri Beach

The best beach with numerous food stalls that offer the best seafood in Puri. Puri beach is known for its roaring waves and fine golden sands. It offers opportunities to the daring souls to challenge the sea waves. It is one of the places to see in Puri since you can't miss the views of the sunrise and sunset.

Swargadwar Beach

The best time to visit the beach is from October to march. The beach boasts serenity and good experience in the city. Swargadwar means Door to Heaven and thus holds religious significance. It is believed in Hinduism that those who take a dip gain salvation to reach heaven after death.

Lakshmi Temple

It was built by the Hoysala Empire king and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi in dedication to Laxmi Narayana. The temple was built inside a seven-foot-tall stone wall enclosure with an entrance through a porch with a roof supported by circular lathe-turned pillars.

Khandagiri Caves

It is located in Khandagiri Digamber Jain temple and is one of the places to see in Puri. It is six kilometers west of the city and topped with a temple. It is believed to be over 2000 years and inhabited by Jain scholars. Khandagiri has other 15caves like; to the entrance curved as a tiger mouth is Bough Gumpha, to the tiny door is Sarpa Gumpha and Pavana Gumpha.

Gundicha Temple

The temple is located on Bada Danda, three kilometers from Jagannath temple. The temple is named after the queen of Indradyumna Gundicha. The temple serves as a temporary home of Lord Jagannath during Rath Yatra.

Atharnala Bridge

It was constructed in the 13th century on the river Muthiya by Banu Deba of the Ganga Dynasty. It is an example of the ancient archaeological engineering style structure of that time in the state of Odisha. The Atharnala combines eighteen passages: athar means 18, and Nala means a journey on which the bridge has been made.