Welcome to the new Incredible India Digital Portal! While we are continuously updating and improving the site, we would love to hear your suggestions for features or content you'd like to see. Please share your feedback at info[dot]mot[at]gov[dot]in.

hero-branner

CORINGA MANGROVE FESTIVAL

hero-branner
map


Major Airports

Rajahmundry Airport (RJA)

Major Airports

Rajahmundry Airport (RJA)

A Celebration of Coastal Ecology & Avian Wonders

The Coringa Mangrove Festival in Kakinada is a prime period when the Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, India's third-largest mangrove forest, truly comes alive. This vital estuarine ecosystem transforms into a bustling haven for resident and migratory species, showcasing coastal resilience and biodiversity. It draws nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and conservationists to witness its beauty and understand its critical ecological role.

During the festival, the sanctuary teems with activity. Visitors enjoy serene boat rides through mangrove creeks, spotting over 120 bird species like Spot-billed Pelicans and Painted Storks. Explore wooden walkways, engage in nature walks, and capture stunning photographs, connecting deeply with this unique coastal forest.

Key Experiences:

  • The "festival" aligns with migratory bird arrivals and breeding.
  • Home to over 120 bird species, including endangered White-backed Vultures, vulnerable Spot-billed Pelicans.
  • India's third-largest mangrove forest, featuring 24 mangrove tree species.
  • Significant breeding ground for Olive Ridley Sea turtles
  • Supports diverse fauna like fishing cats, smooth-coated otters, estuarine crocodiles. 

in.gov.incredibleindia.core.models.impl.ImageUtilModelImpl@d89c7af

Essential Information

Right-Side-Image
Venue:

Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, East Godavari

Date:

Tentative

Source

Andhra Pradesh Tourism

Explore more

festivals