Things to do in Odisha

Odisha Things To Do

Watersports

Explore Ramchandi Beach in Odisha which offers a plethora of watersports activities. The currents on the beach are perfect for surfing. Every year the surfing festival is held at Ramchandi Beach which is located near Konark. Surfers from across the world participate in surfing festivals and events. Scuba diving in Odisha can also be tried on Ramchandi Beach. Other watersports that can be tried are skateboarding, paddling, snorkeling, sailing, jet-skiing, and water scooters.

Dolphin Watching and Birding

Another famous Odisha points of interest are to go for dolphin watching and birding. Chilika Lake in Odisha is one of the largest water lagoons in Asia. The place where Chilika Lake meets the sea is a famous spot for dolphin watching. Go for boating and spot the friendliest marine animal. The place is also visited by a plethora of migratory birds. The place is a paradise for wildlife photographers and bird watchers. You will see the most endangered bird species near Chilika Lake.

Boating

Another famous thing to do in Odisha is to go boating and see the beautiful natural surroundings. Take a boat ride into the mangroves of Bhitarkanika National Park. The park is spread in an area of 672 square kilometers and it was only in 1998 that it was declared a national park. While boating you can see a saltwater crocodile, king cobra, and water monitor lizard. The place is a lot visited by nature lovers and wildlife photographers.

Caving

One of the most famous adventure activities in Odisha is to go for caving. There are many ancient Jain caves such as Khandgiri and Udaygiri. The places are a perfect example of fine rock-cut architecture. These caves were a residential place for Jain monks during the rule of King Kharavela. These caves are the point of interest for students of archeology and history.

Explore Tribal Villages

Odisha is home to more than 62 tribal villages and one of the most interesting and fascinating things to do in Odisha is to explore these tribal villages. The main occupation of people in these tribes is either farming or food gathering. The people have a vibrant, rich, and colorful culture and traditions despite being living below poverty line. These people have artistic skills such as ornaments making, body painting, wall paintings, and weaving. The most famous tribes in Odisha are Bondo, Kondhs, Didayi, Barogadaba, and Dongarias.