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The number of birds in the approximately 2 sq.km area is quite astonishing. The
variety is also excellent with terns, gulls, egrets, herons, sandpipers,
brahmini kites and cormorants among others. The best time to see this sanctuary
in all its glory is from November to April. To see the turtles it is necessary
to explore in the forest department’s boat, as one has to move out into the open
sea.
Due to its location along the coast, the climate is excellent through most of
the year. Visits should be avoided during the months of May to July as the area
receives torrential rainfall during that time. A day trip from Kozhikode is
enough to explore the sanctuary.
The sanctuary seemed to be a favourite location for the wealthier families of
the area as we saw an endless row of extremely impressive bungalows bordering it
Kadalundi town itself seemed like a small quiet place very typical of towns in
this part of the country. It had a couple of small eating joints serving local
cuisine.
It is advisable to take along a small packed meal while visiting the sanctuary
because if you are interested in birds or photography, you’ll hate to waste time
walking all the way to the town and back.
One would rather even spend the time just watching the fascinating territorial
battles of the hundreds of crabs dotting the wall beside the jetty.
How to Reach :
Air :
Karipur International Airport, about 23 km from Kozhikode town.
Rail :
Kozhikode, about 19 km from Kadalundi.
Best Time to Visit :
The ideal season to visit is from December to April in the early hours of the
day.
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