1.Cattle Island-Sambalpur

Location: Inside Hirakud Reservoir, near Jhankarpali village Distance: ~90 km from Sambalpur Availability: Boat ride required from Hirakud Dam or nearby villages. Best visited during winter and monsoon.

2.Chipilima Island

Location: Near Chipilima Hydroelectric Project,  Distance: ~37 km from Sambalpur Availability: Can be reached by road; best for sunset viewing and picnic.

3.Floating Islands of Hirakud   Location: Scattered across Hirakud Reservoir Distance: ~15-20 km from Sambalpur (varies) Availability: Boat ride required from Hirakud Dam; ideal for photography and nature lovers.

4.Debrigarh Backwater Islands

Location: Inside Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary, Hirakud Reservoir Distance: ~50 km from Sambalpur Availability: Requires a wildlife permit; accessible via boat; perfect for camping & wildlife exploration.

5.Bat Island

Location: Near Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary, within Hirakud Reservoir Distance: ~50 km from Sambalpur  Availability: Accessible via boat from Hirakud or Debrigarh side; best for nature and bird lovers.