One-Day Road Trip from NIT Andhra Pradesh

Day 1: Waterfall Adventure at Ethipothala & Nagarjuna Sagar

Morning: Depart from NIT Andhra Pradesh early (around 7:00 AM) and drive toward the scenic Ethipothala Waterfalls (approximately 2 hours). Enjoy a short trek to the viewing platform where the waterfall cascades over the rocky gorge, perfect for photos and a refreshing start.

Afternoon: Continue the journey to the historic Nagarjuna Sagar Dam (about 45 minutes from the falls). Explore the dam’s impressive spillway, take a boat ride on the reservoir, and visit the nearby Bhavani Island for a quick picnic lunch with lake views.

Evening: Return to the campus, stopping briefly at the serene Kasu Brahmananda Reddy Reservoir for sunset reflections. Arrive back at NIT Andhra Pradesh by 8:00 PM, concluding the day’s adventure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Ethipothala Waterfalls – 2 hours – ₹150 (entry & parking)
• Nagarjuna Sagar Dam (including boat ride) – 3 hours – ₹300 (boat & entry)
• Bhavani Island Picnic – 1.5 hours – ₹200 (food & transport)
• Kasu Brahmananda Reddy Reservoir (sunset stop) – 0.5 hour – Free
• Fuel & Toll Charges – Approx. 150 km round trip – ₹1,200
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹1,950

Tips

If you have extra time, extend the trip by spending a few more hours at Bhavani Island for water sports or explore the ancient Kunda Sathyanarayana Temple nearby. To shorten the itinerary, you can skip the boat ride and focus solely on Ethipothala Waterfalls and a quick photo stop at the dam, reducing travel time and costs.