Point Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary : Sprawling on 17.26 sq.km surrounded by sea and shore, comprising forests of tidal swamps, dry evergreen forests and mangroves, this sanctuary is situated in Nagapattinam district. It is bestowed with populations of varied wild life such as Chital, Wild boar, Bannet macaque, Black Buck, Flamingoes, Teals, Gulls, Terns, Plovers, and Stilts. Special attractions are close encounters with Dolphins and Turtles which often come quite close to the shore.

General Information

Best time to visit :
Year around.
For migratory birds, November - February.

Accommodation :
Forest Rest House at Point Calimere.

How to get there :
Rail-Thiruthuraipoondi (42 km)
Air-Tiruchirapalli (225 km)