Tourism

Visit Kolleru Lake

• Birdwatcher’s Paradise: A Ramsar Wetland Site, home to 190+ bird species, including pelicans, storks, flamingos, and migratory ducks. 

• Eco-tourism Destination: Offers a peaceful escape into nature, with boat rides and bird-watching points.  

  

  Kolleru Lake Resorts

• Cultural Importance: Surrounded by temples and villages, reflecting local traditions.

   

  

  Kolleru-peddintlamma-temple

Kolleru Peddintlamma Temple 

Peddintlamma Temple is located in a village called Kolleti Kota near Akividu, Kaikaluru Mandal in Krishna District of Andhra Pradesh. KolletiKota is just 20 KM from Eluru and 10 KM away from Akividu. The mode of Transportation by road and water. Road way is only available to a certain area and from there you need to travel trough Kolleru lake by crossing a bamboo Bridge or by a Boat till the temple. You need to pass through a Toll Gate for the Bamboo Bridge for which everyone will be charged. this temple had been constructed by a king named Ammadevarayulu from Orissa during the 11th century. 

Peddintlamma is the elder of all the 108 Grama Devatas so had been named Peddintlamma and as she is located near huge water body of Kolleru she had also been devoted as Jala Durga Devi at the same premises of Peddintlamma. Both Peddintlamma and Jala Durga Devi Sharing the same Garbha Gruha is a very rare and the speciality of this temple. 

Things to Do at Kolleru Lake 

1. Bird Watching:

   • Best months: November – March (when migratory birds arrive).

   • Spot rare species like painted storks, pelicans, and red-crested pochards.

2. Boat Rides:

   • Eco-friendly boating services available to explore wetlands.

3. Visit Atapaka Bird Sanctuary:

   • Located within Kolleru; a prime bird-watching site, especially for pelicans.

4. Photography & Nature Trails:

   • Perfect for wildlife photographers and nature enthusiasts.

5. Village Tourism:

   • Experience local culture, handicrafts, and traditional Andhra cuisine in nearby villages

Accommodation Near Kolleru

• Eluru Town: Budget hotels, guest houses, and lodges.

• Vijayawada (65 km away): More mid-range and luxury hotels.

• Rajahmundry (100 km away): Good stay options if combining with Godavari river tours.

How to Reach

• By Air: Nearest airport – Vijayawada International Airport (70 km).

• By Rail: Eluru Railway Station (15 km away).

• By Road: Well-connected by buses and taxis from Vijayawada, Eluru, and Rajahmundry.

Best Time to Visit

• Winter (November – March): Peak season for migratory birds and cool weather.

• Avoid Summer (April – June): Too hot, and bird activity is less.

• Monsoon (July – September): Lake is full, but heavy rains may disrupt travel.

Kolleru Lake Tourism offers the perfect mix of nature, birdlife, and rural culture — a must-visit for eco-travelers and wildlife lovers in Andhra Pradesh.