Nature Day Trip from Chennai to Ubbalamudugu Falls

1. 6:00AM: Leave Chennai
   Approximately 210 km from Chennai, the Ubbalamudugu Falls make for a refreshing and paradisiacal getaway.

   You'll enjoy a scenic drive through Tamil Nadu's rolling green hills before arriving at Ubbalamudugu Falls. Along the route, there are a few small towns and villages with dhabas where you can have breakfast or a quick stopover.

2. 10:00AM: Ubbalamudugu Falls
   Indulge yourself in the beauty of Tamil Nadu's Ubbalamudugu Falls, a gorgeous natural location that is a true delight for people who enjoy nature and trekking. The path that drives to Ubbalamudugu Falls is going through panoramic sceneries with a radiant and calming environment.

   The 5-hour trek will take you through dense forests, rocky terrain, and maybe even some wildlife, before finally reaching the falls. Enjoy the beauty of the cascading falls and the stunning surrounding landscape; take a dip in the falls to refresh yourself from the trek. Remember to wear appropriate footwear and bring insect repellent.

3. 2:00PM: Lunch
   After trekking to the Ubbalamudugu Falls enjoy a hearty lunch. A perfect place to have lunch en route is at dhabas or local restaurants.
4. 3:30PM: Talakona Waterfalls
   From the Ubbalamudugu Falls, drive approximately 35 km to reach Talakona Waterfalls, the highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh. It's a refreshing waterfall nestled amidst the dense forest of the Sri Venkateswara Wildlife Sanctuary, which is rich in flora and fauna.

   Spend some time exploring the natural beauty, swim in the freshwater at the pool, and then head back to Chennai.

5. 8:00PM: Return to Chennai
   The drive back should take around 4 hours.

   Relax and bask in the glory of nature on your journey back.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gas or Car cost: INR 1500
• Lunch: INR 500
• Estimated Total Time: 14 hours
• Estimated Total Cost: INR 2000

Useful Tips

If you're interested in exploring more outdoors, you can visit Sri Venkateswara Wildlife Sanctuary, which has a diverse ecological system. It's an excellent place for bird-watching and trekking.

If you have less time, you can skip Talakona Waterfalls and start driving back to Chennai after the Ubbalamudugu waterfall.

If you have more time, you can make a stopover at Nagari Hills, which is a great place to enjoy a sunset view over the hills.