Major city · India
Kakinada
Spend 1–2 days in Kakinada: a half‑day for the beach and temples, another half‑day for mangrove wildlife or a boat ride on the Godavari.
Kakinada is a port city on the Godavari delta in Andhra Pradesh. It offers a mix of beaches, temples and the nearby Coringa mangrove sanctuary. With good rail links and short road trips to the delta islands, a short stay covers the main sights without long travel times.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (hot, humid)
- Airports
- Rajahmundry (RJA) · Visakhapatnam (VTZ)
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
- Forecast and monthly weather
- What things cost
- Where to sleep3 areas
- Getting around
- Day-trips3 trips
- What to watch out for2 notes
- Pocket card
- Airports2 airports
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kakinada, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyKakinada is generally safe for tourists, but watch your belongings in crowded areas and avoid isolated spots after dark.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 emergency (all services) · 100 (now routed to 112) police · 108 (most states) or 102 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)India-wide
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportRJA Rajahmundry Airport (65 km (40 mi) north, flights to Hyderabad, Chennai, Visakhapatnam).RJA Rajahmundry Airport (40 mi (65 km) north, flights to Hyderabad, Chennai, Visakhapatnam).
- Getting aroundTaxis and autorickshaws dominate city travel; open‑top rickshaws are a tourist option.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)₹50–₹100 (≈ US$1–2)
- Street or quick mealFish fry (street stall)₹80–₹150 (≈ US$1–2)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket (city)₹20–₹30 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBudget guesthouse, a night, per person₹500 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per room₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per room₹4,000 (≈ US$50)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹800 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · High ₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- RJA Rajahmundry Airport (65 km (40 mi) north, flights to Hyderabad, Chennai, Visakhapatnam) · VTZ Visakhapatnam Airport (145 km (90 mi) south, international services)RJA Rajahmundry Airport (40 mi (65 km) north, flights to Hyderabad, Chennai, Visakhapatnam) · VTZ Visakhapatnam Airport (90 mi (145 km) south, international services)
Map of Kakinada
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
- Kakinada
- Basic guide
Directions in Google Maps · Apple Maps
Guides nearby
- Yanam · 28 km straight line
- Daksharamam · 29 km straight line
- Annavaram · 37 km straight line
- Rajahmundry · 49 km straight line
- Palakollu · 77 km straight line
- Narsipatnam · 85 km straight line
- Bhimavaram · 92 km straight line
- Lambasingi · 96 km straight line
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
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Jul
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Oct
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Dec
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Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Weather and climate
Kakinada: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Taxis and autorickshaws dominate city travel; open‑top rickshaws are a tourist option. Mini‑buses connect neighbourhoods. Trains to Samalkot (12 km) link to the Chennai‑Visakhapatnam line.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Bus or hired car north along NH‑214, about 30 min
Mangrove forest with boat tours; check boat schedule.
Konaseema delta islands
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Boat from Kakinada harbour, 20 min
Scenic river islands, local villages and cuisine.
Annavaram Satyanarayana Swamy Temple
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h
Bus south via NH‑16, about 1 h 15 min
Popular pilgrimage site; plan for crowds on festival days.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
GRT Grand
5‑star, central, good for business travellers
Royal Park
Mid‑range, near main road
Budget guesthouses
Various options near the railway station
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,500 (≈ US$14–30) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel double1 × 1 night × ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 |
| Rail ticket Rajahmundry → Kakinada (Samalkot)2 × ₹350 · check | ₹700 |
| Boat ride in Coringa mangroves2 × ₹500 · check | ₹1,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹720 |
| Trip total≈ ₹3,960 per person per day, bed included | ₹7,920≈ US$90 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Fish fry (street stall) | ₹80–₹150 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Kakinada Kaja (sweet) | ₹30–₹70 (≈ under US$1) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (2 km) | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus ticket (city) | ₹20–₹30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Coffee (café) | ₹50–₹100 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Summer heat can be intense; carry water and sun protection.
- Auto‑rickshaw fares are not metered; agree on price before boarding.
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Emergency
- Police100
- Fire/ambulance101
- General emergency112
Embassy
US consulate in Hyderabad; Indian embassy in New Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Rajahmundry → Kakinada (taxi): ≈₹1,200–₹1,500, 1 h (check)
- Auto‑rickshaw 2 km: ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1)
Say or show
- क्षम करें — Excuse me / Sorry (kṣama karēṁ)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavād)
- कितना है? — How much is it? (kitnā hai?)
- समुद्र तट कहाँ है? — Where is the beach? (samudra taṭ kahā̃ hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kakinada. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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