Experience Araku with Family Friendly Activities

  1. Day 1:Borra Caves
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour 5min (27.5km) from Visakhapatnam

    Borra caves are a natural wonder that creates intriguing shadow formations in its chambers. The cave complex has a unique shape with interesting stalactite and stalagmite formations that will leave the family in awe.

  2. Day 2: Tribal Museum
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 50 mins (33.6km) from Borra Caves

    The Tribal Museum showcases the art and culture of the tribal communities inhabiting the place. It has interactive exhibits, informative videos, and invaluable artefacts that will provide the family with intriguing insights into the life of the tribes in the area.

  3. Day 3: Padmapuram Botanical Garden
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour 5 mins (37.7km) from Tribal Museum

    The garden has an abundance of flora and fauna, ideal for a family excursion as it provides a sense of tranquillity that will be rejuvenating for the mind and body. Its uniqueness lies in wandering around a treehouse that offers a panoramic view of the valley below.

  4. Day 4: Dumbriguda Waterfalls
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 40 mins (21.9km) from Padmapuram Botanical Garden

    Dumbriguda Waterfalls is a scenic spot to spend some time with the family. The place offers a refreshing view of the falls, and with its guides, one can indulge in activities such as climbing and trekking.

  5. Day 5: Araku Valley Coffee Museum
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour 10mins (46.3km) from Dumbriguda Waterfalls

    The museum provides an interactive experience of the evolution of coffee, from farm to cup. It incorporates a visual of the traditional coffee-growing processes of the region and provides an insight into the history of coffee-making. There is also an opportunity to taste and purchase the coffee produced in the region.

  6. Day 6: Sangda Waterfalls
    Estimated time and distance from previous location:1 hour 4 mins (38.0km) from Araku Valley Coffee Museum

    Sangda Waterfalls is a sight to behold with its calm serenity. The location is ideal for a family picnic or just spending some time by the falls. The guides provide an informative tour of the falls and teach some fun activities like fishing and swimming in the lower pools.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Borra Caves (2 hours, INR 100/adult and INR 50/child)
  • Tribal Museum (1 hour, Free)
  • Padmapuram Botanical Garden (2 hours, INR 10/person)
  • Dumbriguda Waterfalls (2 hours, Free)
  • Araku Valley Coffee Museum (1 hour, INR 50/person)
  • Sangda Waterfalls (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 0300 (approx.)

Useful Tips

For those with less time, prioritize Borra Caves, Padmapuram Botanical Garden, and Araku Valley Coffee Museum.

For those with more leisure time, one can add a day trip to Katiki Waterfalls or explore the local markets to buy handmade crafts and clothing by the tribes.

To make the most of the itinerary and avoid last-minute closures, double-check the opening and closing times for each location before planning the day.

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