ARAKU VALLEY
Araku, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
Located at an altitude of 911 Meters above sea level, Araku is a must visit destination for tourists visiting Vizag. Araku Valley is mainly inhabited by tribals and the Tribal Museum is one of the main attractions here. It houses tribal handicrafts and several artifacts depicting the lifestyle of tribal people. The tribal dance known as Dhimsa dance with tribals dressed in colorful attire is a must see for visitors coming to Araku. Araku is also known for its coffee plantations and boasts of manufacturing India’s first tribal growers’ organic coffee brand. Another major attraction of Araku Valley, Padmapuram Gardens is widely visited by the tourists coming to Araku.
Interesting Facts
- The hanging cottages are one of the top attractions of Padmapuram gardens. The garden has a wide variety of beautiful plants and flowers and the toy train ride around the garden is quite popular among the kids.
Suggested time duration
6 Hours
Crowded Period
December to February
Best Season To Visit
September to March
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 04:00 AM | 08:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Araku Bus Station |
220 MTRS | 0866-257-0005 |
 Araku Railway Station |
2.7 KM | 09502512489 |
 Visakhapatnam International Airport |
107 KM | 08912851169 |
What to Carry
Carry Food, Water bottle, Woollen SweaterSuitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Lockers
First Aid
Parking
Parking is available for 50 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Pandrangi | 3.4 KM |
Nearest Temples
SRI VENKATESWARA SWAMY TEMPLE
Built by an European Captain Blackmoor in 1866
SRI VARAHA LAKSHMI NARASIMHA SWAMY TEMPLE
The temple is one of the 18 Narasimha Kshetras
NOOKAMBIKA AMMAVARI TEMPLE
Famous for biggest festival celebrated once in a year, Nookalamma Jatara.
THOTLAKONDA ANCIENT BUDDHIST MONASTERY
Thotlakonda had declined by the end of the 3rd century
BRAHMALINGESWARA TEMPLE
Temple lies on the banks of Varaha river
Nearest Attractions
Museum
WaterfallsKATIKI KATIKA WATERFALLS
It cascades down from a height of 100+ feet high
TrekkingTYDA NATURE CAMP JUNGLE BELLS
This camp has facilities for rock climbing, trekking, bird watching
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