10 Best Lakes & Sanctuaries in India to See Flamingo Birds
By Priyanka Roshan | April 7, 2025
Looking to spot flamingos in India? Here’s your quick guide to 10 breathtaking spots where these graceful pink birds gather during winter.
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1. Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary, Navi Mumbai
Best time: October to May
Easiest access to flamingos in India! Hop on a boat ride to see thousands of flamingos just minutes away from Mumbai’s urban chaos.
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2. Flamingo City, Rann of Kutch, Gujarat
Best time: November to March
India’s only flamingo breeding ground in the surreal white desert. A dream for serious birders, it’s raw, remote, and teeming with avian drama.
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3. Chilika Lake, Odisha
Best time: November to February
Asia’s largest lagoon becomes a flamingo carnival in winter—especially near Nalabana Island. An absolute haven for birdwatchers and nature photographers.
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4. Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat
Best time: November to February
Hop on a wooden boat and drift through lotus-covered waters as flamingos wade nearby—pure magic just 60 km from Ahmedabad.
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5. Pulicat Bird Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh
Best time: October to March
India’s second-largest brackish lagoon transforms into a flamingo highway during winter. Flocks in flight over mirrored waters are truly mesmerizing.
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6. Sewri Mudflats, Mumbai
Best time: November to March
Urban birding at its best! Thousands of flamingos land here every winter, offering a rare spectacle against Mumbai’s bustling skyline.
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7. Bhigwan, Maharashtra
Best time: Late November to Early March
Dubbed the “Bharatpur of Maharashtra”, this shallow backwater near Pune draws countless flamingos and bird photographers each season.
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8. Thol Lake, Gujarat
Best time: November to February
A quiet birdwatching retreat near Ahmedabad, this freshwater lake becomes home to flamingos and pelicans alike during migratory months.
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9. Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat
Best time: November to February
This Ramsar site blends salt and freshwater habitats, inviting flamingos and over 300 species. A peaceful, offbeat birdwatching destination.
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10. Jawai Dam, Rajasthan
Best time: October to March
Better known for leopards, but a lesser-known gem for flamingos! Combine wildlife and birdwatching in one serene setting.
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