Kondakarla village situated in Achyutapuram mandal lies about 48kms from Visakhapatnam. It is famous for its biggest fresh water lakes in the state, Kondakarla Ava. The serene waters of a lake surrounded by coconut trees on one side and green hills all around provides a great picturesque locale. The Bird Sanctuary here, located in lush green surroundings has a rich variety of bird species.