OKHLA BIRD SANCTUARY
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Okhla Bird Sanctuary is a bird sanctuary at the Okhla barrage over Yamuna River. It is situated in Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar district, on Delhi-Uttar Pradesh state border and known as a haven for over 300 bird species, especially water birds. In 1990, an area of 3.5 square kilometres (1.4 sq m) on the river Yamuna was designated a bird sanctuary by the Government of Uttar Pradesh under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. The site is located at the point where the river enters Uttar Pradesh.
The most prominent feature of the sanctuary is the large lake created by damming the river, which lies between Okhla village to the west and Gautam Budh Nagar to the east. The Okhla Bird Sanctuary (OBS) is roughly 4 square kilometres in size and is situated at the entrance of Noida in Gautam Budh Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh. It is situated at a point where river Yamuna enters in the state of Uttar Pradesh leaving the territory of Delhi. It is one among fifteen bird sanctuaries in the state.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do enjoy the vast collection of Animals, Trees and Plants of the Sanctuary.
- You are in Sanctuary to see animals and enjoy their behavior. Please do not tease them.
- Do not play any audio-system or musical instrument inside the Sanctuary.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 07:30 AM | 05:30 PM | 30 | 20 |
- Foreigner Adult Fee : 300
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Noida Bus Stand |
5 KM | 01202507864 |
 New Delhi Railway Station |
17 KM | 139 |
 Indira Gandhi International Airport |
26 KM | 01243376000 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Noida | 10 KM |
Nearest Temples
DURGA MANDIR
Large Hindu temple on manicured grounds featuring art works
CHHOTA HARIDWAR TEMPLE
The Aarti of Ganga goes as if it is done on Haridwar
Nearest Attractions
OutdoorWORLDS OF WONDER WATER PARK
One of the Best Amusement Parks in Noida
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