Start your trip with this museum that showcases the rich heritage and lifestyles of the tribal communities living in the region. The cultural exhibits and the beautifully designed sculptures will leave you mesmerized.
Explore the magnificently adorned caves set in the Eastern Ghats amidst the deep verdant forests. Admire the natural formations and unique mineral deposits thought to be millions of years old. There is an option to take an excursion train ride from Araku Valley to the caves.
A fun-filled day awaits you and your family with activities like rock climbing, star gazing, trekking and bird-watching at this eco-tourism site. The campsite offers adventure sports and excellent camping facilities with lush green surroundings that will calm your mind and soothe your soul.
Your trip is not complete without witnessing the stunning waterfall that cascades from a height of over 50ft. A hike through the forest trail along the riverbed to the falls will be an adventure your whole family will love. The waterfall is at its best from July to October.
You can hire a private cab or take a tourist bus to reach Araku Valley from Visakhapatnam, which is the nearest airport and railway station. It takes approximately 3 hours to cover the distance of 120 km. The tourist taxis charge INR.2,500, and the buses charge INR.250 per head for a one-way journey.
You can include an extra day to visit the Padmapuram Gardens that have a variety of exotic plants and is famous for the hanging cottages at a height of 50 feet. If you love adventure sports, you can add an extra day for paragliding at Paderu, which is at a distance of 45 km from Araku Valley.
The nearest airport is Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ), which is situated in Visakhapatnam city and is approximately 115 km away from Araku Valley.