A wildlife sanctuary inside the city — forest trails, birdlife, misty overlooks and calm backwaters you can kayak.
Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary is Vizag's green lung, and we've built three ways into it: a gentle 3 km beginner trail, a deeper 7 km explorer loop, and a trail-plus-kayak morning that ends on the sanctuary's calm backwaters. All three start at the Eastern Ghats Biodiversity Centre at 6 am, when the forest is at its most alive — perfect for beginners, nature lovers and anyone easing into the outdoors.
The journey
Beginner Trail — 3 kmAbout 3 hours · the gentle introduction
Near PM Palem stadium
Shaded forest trail, birdlife waking up
~200 m up — forest and city in one view
Explorer Trail — 7 km4.5 to 5.5 hours · deeper into the sanctuary
Near PM Palem stadium
Diverse trails and scenic sections
~350 m — the sanctuary spread out below
Trail + KayakEither trail, then calm-water kayaking
Choose the 3 km or the 7 km loop
No experience needed
Morning light on still water, forest all around
*Timings are approximate and may vary with weather and trail conditions.
Moments from this trail
What your contribution holds
Everything that's taken care of
An EcoHikes lead with the group throughout
Carried for the group
Kit carried by the lead
Permissions and coordination
- Personal expenses
- Transport to the Biodiversity Centre
- Anything not mentioned above
What to carry
- Water bottle
- Cap & sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes
- A light backpack
- A change of clothes if you're kayaking
Questions, answered
Which trail should I pick?
First time outdoors or with young children — the 3 km. Comfortable walking a few hours — the 7 km, which earns the best viewpoints.
Do I need kayaking experience?
None. The backwaters are calm, the briefing covers everything, and it suits all levels.
Can children join?
Yes, from age 6 — the beginner trail was made for families.
What wildlife might we see?
Birdlife above all — early morning is the sanctuary's rush hour. Butterflies, wildflowers, and if you're lucky, larger residents at a distance.
What people say
“Incredibly friendly guides — knowledgeable, always ready to help, and they made the journey fun and safe. They took time to explain things and made the trek enjoyable for everyone.”
“What makes Eco Hikes special is the authenticity — no rush, no commercial vibe, just genuine people helping you connect deeply with nature.”
“Ravi, Naveen and Manohar take care of the people and make every trek safe and memorable. My 3rd time trekking with Ecohikes and many more to come.”
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How joining works
Fill the short form or write to us — we reply within a day.
A quick call or WhatsApp — group size and where to meet.
We hold your spot — groups are capped at 15.
Your confirmation arrives by mail — and you join the batch WhatsApp circle.