Tour To Araku Valley In Andhra Pradesh

Arakku valley

Araku valley is a small and pristine hill station that is located near the city of Vishakhapatnam in the State of Andhra Pradesh.The hill station is known for its relatively untouched beauty and the surroundings are green and lush. The forests surrounding the hill station are a good place for day trips and for those who are interested in outdoor activities such as rock climbing and trekking, the Araku Valley is a good option.  

The road to Araku Valley is through Ghats and there are many hair pins and steep slopes. Both sides of the road are covered with thick vegetation and the route is extremely scenic. There are many tunnels and bridges as well.

Attractions

Anantagiri Hills 

Anantagiri Hill

Anantagiri is a breathtakingly beautiful resort sheltered in the lush undulating ranges of the Eastern Ghats. It is considered to be a perfect head off to get away from the blistering summer months. Ananthagiri is perched at an altitude where the panoramic vista unfolds stunning viewpoints.

Driving through picturesque coffee plantations the road to Anantagiri with its ups and downs on the Ghat route is literally enveloped with mango groves, waterfalls that gush and flow into the ravines. The Eastern Ghats rail route on this stretch is one of the highest broad gauge tracks in the world.

Borra Caves

Borra Caves

Borra is an agency village lying in the Ananthagiri hills in the southeast corner of Srungavarapukota Taluk at a distance of about 43-km from Srungavarapukota.The Borra caves, located 29 km from Araku Valley, are a nearby tourist attraction. Deep in the caves there is a Shivalingam over which there is an idol of a cow Kamdhenu and the river Gosthani takes its origin from the udder of this cow. The mercury and halogen lamps lit inside make the interior of the caves colourful and spectacular.

Tyda Park

Tyda ParkTyda Park on the road the Araku Valley is home to a number of wild animals and birds and provides you with the opportunity for wild life viewing and bird watching. The tourists are provided with the chance to experience wilderness along with camping.

Some Other Attractions

The other attractions not to be missed on your trip to Araku Valley are Damuku View Point, Padmapuram Botanical Gardens, Tida Tunnel, Government Silk Farm and Mulberry Gardens. The immense and incomparable beauty of the valley comes alive in its waterfalls, gardens and forests. It is also known for its tribal settlements and you can check out the Aruku Tribal Museum, to have a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage of the tribal people.

Festival

Visakha Utsav

Visakha Utsav is organised by A.P. Tourism every year from the third Friday to Sunday of January i.e. for three days in Vishakhapatnam. It's the festival special for 'Vizagites', in the cold month of January.

Best time to Visit

Best time to travel to Araku Valley is October to February.

Accommodation

There are number of cottages, R & B guesthouse and A.P Tourism''s Mayuri complex. If you want to enjoy tribal life then there are some cottages available designed in the ethnic tribal style with attached toilet at reasonable fares.

How To Get There

By Air

The nearest airport is Vishakhapatnam.   

By Train

There are two railway stations that are located in the Araku Valley. They are located on the East Coast line from Vishakhapatnam and they are a good option. 

By Bus

Buses are available from Vishakhapatnam to Araku Valley and they are a good option. Private bus operatoRs charge around Rs 300 for non A/C buses.

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