Mangalajodi Bird View Resort - Resort hotel in Mangalajodi - Khordha, India

This is long review...short summary if you are going for bird watching then this is place for you First of all, by birds view resort it not like from lake view resort you see lake so from this resort you will see the water body birds...now that you expectations are set right It is locates very near to wateebody. The rooms are clean and big enough...not sure why few folks mentioned them to ne small, I was worried before visiting.. You can't expect picnic type of resort room... But compared to normal rooms in a hotel they are spacious. The location is serene and peaceful Main part that I liked is the owner himself has interest in bird watching. He accompanied me in the pursuit. He educated me about few. He did not force anything on me. If I wanted to eat in resort he was okay with it, if I have food in resort or outside. He was totally fine when I m leaving or coming as he understood I am there for vacation. I am definitely going to go back to same place next time. I trusted him so much that I changed my itinerary for next 5days based on his suggestion. I am happy that I did ut

This is very ideal place of stay for birdwatchers and photographers, located amidst mango garden and close to the boating point. Rooms are reasonably good for stay which are small but uniquely designed. All basic toiletries, tea maker, bottled water etc. are well provided. Food is also tasty and well served. Overall, rooms are good for small families also. However for a keen birdwatcher, stay and food may not be matter of primary importance. The place regularly gets distinguished guests from various other professions also, who have keen interest in birding. The resort provides two way transfer by auto up to the boating point (2.5 km) and one boating service with experienced guide. The owner Mr. Manasa Pradhan is person of boundless energy and he himself is an enthusiast birder. His company is very enjoyable and value adding. He can arrange day trip to other nearby places of birding and wildlife interest (like flamingo point, Barbara forest). Overall, good value for money and fit for purpose. We stayed for 3 days and fully enjoyed our time.

Rooms are clean and well maintained but small compared to the cost. Staff and the owner are friendly. He arranged the boat and guide for bird watching. Food cost is separate. Food was delicious although it takes time as they cook on wood stove

I planned my first trip to manglajodi wetlands in Jan end and it was fantastic for a day trip. The bird view resort owner Manas is extremely helpful and have good knowledge of water birds there. Rooms are clean and food provided gives taste of Odisha. I did two boating safari and got many action shots and portraits as well including 5 lifers. Our guide Rusia was amazing. He knows exactly where the action is happening. Looking forward to visit again next year for more beautiful memories. Thanks for the service provided.

this is my first visit to Mangalajodi and it was an amazing experience. in a nutshell, its a heaven for wildlife photographers. I resided in Mangalajodi bird view resort for 5 days. the behaviour and hospitality of the owner Mr Manasa Pradhan and his staff members is exceptionally good. they are very gentle and caring. the food is very nice and custom made. Mr Manasa apart from managing the resort is a keen birder and nature conservationist. the resort lies in the laps of nature very near to the sanctuary. they have nicely organised pick up and drop facilities. the cost of stay and services provided is very very reasonable. my guide Mr Sugyan is a very enthusiastic young man with good knowledge, experience and interest in birding and photography. In fact, he is a good photographer himself. if you are going to Chilka with the intent of spending quality with nature and bird photography, I would highly recommend you to stay in Mangalajodi bird view resort under the hospitality of Mr Manasa and take sugyan as your guide.

the serenity of chilka makes it more scenic .. you can see the insta pics and feel the more at arrival.

I stayed here for a couple of days. Manasa is an amazing person to hang out with. He takes care of everything, and on time. Food was simple and good. Manasa made sure that I spend a good time in Mangalajodi. Rooms were good too. There is nothing I can complain.

Nice atmosphere. Food quality is simply superb. The hospitality of staffs as well as owner Mr Manasa will force you to visit this place again and again.