Atapaka Bird Sanctuary

Atapaka Bird Sanctuary is a protected bird habitat located in Atapaka village on the eastern edge of Kolleru Lake in Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. Part of the Kolleru Wildlife Sanctuary, it is renowned as a seasonal home for migratory birds including Grey Pelicans, Painted Storks and other waterfowl. The sanctuary features a watchtower and boating access, offering visitors close views of the lake's wetland ecosystem and large congregations of birds during winter.

Visitors can expect a tranquil wetland landscape on Kolleru Lake with shallow freshwater, reeds and open water. A watchtower provides elevated views of roosting and nesting birds, while small boats allow closer observation of pelicans, storks, herons and other migratory species. The area is quiet and natural with basic visitor infrastructure, focused on birdwatching and photography rather than commercial development.