Dolphin Sanctuary, Satapada -Puri, Odisha - One Of The World's Most Beautiful Tourist Spots!dolphin

If you are planning to go for outings near Puri, at that point keep in mind to visit Satapada. Situated at a distance of about 50 kilometers from Puri and almost 100 KM from Bhubaneswar. Satapada on Chilika is very famous for Irrawaddy Dolphins (Orcaella brevirostrate). 'Sata' means 'Seven' and 'Pada' Means 'Village', so the name Satapada means a group of seven villages. It is located in the southern part of the Chilika Lake. Satapada is also famous for Sea Mouth Island where Chilka lake meets the Bay of Bengal. This beautiful resort like holiday destination is worth a visit.Different types of boats are available at Satapada and all tourist boats are power driven. The motor boat association of Satapada manages these boats. They have rate chart for the boats based on capacity and duration. The association also maintains rest room, toilets and drinking water for the tourists.