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Muthupet Mangroves

Mangrove channels and lagoon scenery in the delta.

Photo: L. Shyamal · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

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01 — The story

The story

The delta's green maze shows how mangroves protect land and sea.

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02 — About

About Muthupet Mangroves

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We’re still writing about Muthupet Mangroves: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Best season
Cool/dry season generally preferred; site-specific monsoon rules apply
Time of day
Early morning
Crowds
Low–moderate

Time and effort

Trek duration
Easy boat outing; 1–2 hr

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Boat/guide fees vary
Parking
Limited local parking
Permits
Follow local forest and boat rules

On the ground

Local food
Thyagaraja Temple

Stay safe

Use life jackets and authorised operators.

Where it is

Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu

10.40° N 79.49° E