Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Okhla Bird Sanctuary is a 4 sq km protected wetland sanctuary located at the Okhla Barrage on the Yamuna River on the Delhi-Uttar Pradesh border in Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar. Notified in 1990, it encompasses the barrage reservoir and surrounding floodplains. Notable for hosting over 300 bird species including migratory waterfowl in winter, it is one of the National Capital Region's important birding sites with watchtowers, trails and lakeside habitats for nature observation.

Visitors can expect a wetland landscape formed by the Yamuna River and Okhla Barrage reservoir with shallow lakes, marshes, reed beds and tree-lined embankments. The sanctuary has earthen trails, watchtowers and viewing points for observing resident and migratory birds, waterfowl and other wetland wildlife. The environment is quiet and natural, suitable for birdwatching, photography and nature walks. Facilities are basic and the area is explored on foot.