Location

In Thanjavur district, where the coastline juts out into the sea taking a sharp turn to the west

Area

17.26 ha.

Forest Type

Consists of Tidal swamps, Thorny scrub around the backwaters, Dry evergreen forests and Mangroves.

Animal Found

The sanctuary is famous for its flamingoes and blackbuck. A vast variety of water birds such as teals, gulls, terns, plovers, stilts etc. can also be seen during winter months. Other mammals include chital, wild boar etc. The water birds of the great swamp and the dolphins and turtles that often come quite close to the shore are the special interests.

Annul Rainfall

About 1500 mm.

Nearest airport

Thanjavur – 170 Km away

Nearest Railway station

Thiruthuraipoodi – 42 Km away

Best season

For waterbirds November to February; for blackbuck and chital all the year round.

Accommodation

Forest Rest Houses at Point Calimere. Catering arrangements provided.

Other facilities

1.Several historical sites like Ramar Padam, Modimandapam, and Old Chola light house are located in the sanctuary.
2.Boats available for riding.

For greater details

The Wildlife Warden,
Point Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary,
110, Public Officers Road,
Nagapattinam – 611 001.