Kinetic Kakinada: A One-Day Family friendly Tour of Kakinada

  1. 7:00AM: Beach Sunrise at Uppada Beach
    35 minutes (20.3 km) from Kakinada Town

    Start the day with an awe-inspiring sunrise at Uppada Beach. The clear, blue-green waters and soft sands make it a perfect morning spot for families to enjoy walking and playing while taking in the fresh sea breeze.

  2. 9:00AM: Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
    50 minutes (28 km) from Uppada Beach

    The Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary is an ideal spot for animal lovers and bird watchers. This estuarine mangrove sanctuary is a breeding ground for many species of fish and birds. Take a relaxing boat ride through the mangroves for a closer look at the wildlife.

  3. 12:00PM: Atithi Restaurant
    20 minutes (7 km) from Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary

    Satisfy your appetite with a traditional Andhra meal at Atithi Restaurant. The spicy Andhra style biryani, gongura chicken, and pappu-guddu are must-tries here.

  4. 2:00PM: Hope Island
    30 minutes (16.4 km) from Atithi Restaurant

    Take in the scenic beauty of the tranquil Hope Island as you enjoy the boat ride to reach there. The volcanic island covered with rich green mangroves provides a perfect retreat for families to explore the untouched nature spots and have a fun time at the beach.

  5. 5:00PM: Pithapuram Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy Temple
    1 hour 15 minutes (53 km) from Hope Island

    The Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy Temple is a significant pilgrimage spot for Hindu devotees and a fascinating historical site to explore the architecture of centuries past. Dedicated to Lord Shiva and Parvati Devi, the temple is believed to be built by the Chalukya kings in the 9th century AD.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Boat ride in Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary (1 hour, INR 400 per person)
  • Traditional Andhra Meal at Atithi Restaurant (1 hour, INR 400 for a family of four)
  • Boat ride to Hope Island (1 hour, INR 500 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 2300/ approximately $32

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, you can visit the Draksharama temple, Kotipalli, and other scenic beaches around Kakinada. Alternatively, if you have less time, you can skip the Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy Temple and add the Dutch Cemetery which is close to Atithi Restaurant. Remember to carry valid ID proofs and mosquito repellant when visiting the mangrove areas.

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