Kondakarla Ava Beach

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India/Andhra Pradesh /Visakhapatnam /Kondakarla

Kondakarla Ava Beach and bird sanctuary located towards south at a distance of 50 KM from Visakhapatanam. Edit

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Kondakarla Ava Beach is surrounded by lush green vegetation and hills, the beach is dotted with green coconut groves and coarse white sands. Being a natural habitat of numerous species of marine life, the beach attracts many migratory birds during summer season. Besides, fishing, boat rides, catamaran sailing and kayaking are the prominent activities carried out at the beach. Another prominent location nearby is the Tyda village, which is surrounded by lush green forests. The place serves as an ideal location for birdwatching, hiking and trekking. Gangavaram Beach and the Yarada Beach are the prominent beaches located in close vicinity of this village. Apart from these, Kondakarla Lake is a popular tourist attraction for nature lovers. Being the biggest freshwater lake in the state, the lake houses various species of birds including Pochards, Storks, Herons, Cormorants and Egrets.

Kondakarla Ava Beach, Visakhapatnam

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Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxi/cab services operate in the city and offer 1-3 days packages.

Bus : Public buses (APSRTC) connect Visakhapatnam to most neighbouring regions and important places in the state. Private buses from Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, etc. are connected to the city.

Train : Visakhapatnam has an important railway station lies on Chennai – Delhi main line. This station is connected with all cities in India by rail. Taxis are easily available from the railway station.

Air : Visakhapatnam has a major airport located 12 km from the city centre. It is well connected to most major cities of the country. Taxis are easily available from the airport.

Others : Autorickshaws, Buses and cabs are available for transportation within the city. From Visakhapatnam you can travel south towards Anakapalle ( 40 KM ) on NH5 and take a left turn towards Atchutapuram on Haripalem Road. After travelling 6 KM on Haripalem road the village road will be at your left. From here Lake is 2 KM through Kondakarla village. The other parallel road goes out from NH5 at Gajuwaka and passes through Kanithi road, Steel plant township , Des Pathrunipalem, Parawada, Atchutapuram Junction and from here right side road is Haripalem road going towards Anakapalle. On this road after travelling 4 KM from Atchutapuram Junction is the village road at your right to Kondakarla. This road from Gajuwaka straight goes towards Elamanchili and joins NH5. From Atchutapuram to NH 5 joining near Elamanchili is 21 KM.