Located in Vishakhapatnam district in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, Araku Valley is climbing the popularity charts as a tourist destination over the years. It is surrounded by the Eastern Ghats, which is a mesmerizing mix of lush green valleys and hills, with dense forests enhancing its magic. It is blessed with a wonderful climate since it is at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level. The enchanting aroma in the air is a result of the expansive coffee plantations the valley boasts of.
This beautiful place is conveniently connected to the bustling city of Vishakhapatnam or Vizag
as it is popularly known. Train connectivity to Vishakhapatnam is high and exciting as it passes through a series of valleys and man-made tunnels. You can hire one of the Visakhapatnam to Araku cabs that are easily available if you prefer the wide expansive roads to reach your destination. It is about 114 kilometres away from the city centre of Vishakhapatnam and takes about three hours to reach Araku Valley. Vishakhapatnam airport is at a similar distance too and provides Araku Valley’s only air connectivity.You can easily find a range of deluxe and premium hotels to suit your budget to stay while in Araku Valley. Choose rooms with a valley view and you will be glad you did that. Make sure your bookings are in place much before you arrive for a hassle-free stay.
The valley has its own share of hairpin bends, serpentine roads, and waterfalls along the way which makes it an ideal place for a road trip. Check out the following places you must visit during your vacation in this beautiful valley:
It is best advisable to hire a vehicle from any of the Visakhapatnam car rentals and experience the thrill of riding down the mist-filled roads that snake through the coffee plantations that dot these hills.
This post was last modified on 22/05/2018 11:18 pm
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