What Should A Tourist Know About Araku Valley in Vizag?

by Manish Kumar Marketing Head

Located in the Vishakhapatnam (Vizag) district of Andhra Pradesh, Araku Valley is a popular hill station that attracts every tourist who comes to Vizag, a port city. If you love travelling, you should not miss visiting this wonderful tourist destination. If you have booked your accommodation in any of the 3-star hotels in Vizag contact the travel desk to visit Araku Valley which is around one hundred plus kilometres away from this port city. Read on to find more details about this wonderful destination, before you book your accommodation.

Prime activities At Araku valley: If you are a trekker this valley is a perfect choice for you. Trekking and hiking through the mountains can make your adrenaline to pump fast and one sure to explore the terrains of this beautiful valley. In addition, a tourist can enjoy in knowing the culture of the tribal people, visiting the fields. Photographers can really shoot some of the rare sceneries that prevail in this lovely Araku Valley.

Places to see around Araku Valley: Araku Valley offers many options for the visitors according to their personal preferences. For history lovers, the tribal museum and the good old Borra caves are the best options. People who pursue a career in Archaeology can visit these places. For water lovers, the Kartiki-waterfalls seems to be a good choice. Coffee lovers can visit the coffee museum located in the valley and learn more about Araku’s coffee culture. Varieties of coffees can be tasted here and coffee-based chocolates can for a perfect gift to take back home.

Best Time to Visit: For people who love the cold climate, it is suggested to visit Araku Valley during the months between November and February. The place records its temperature around 4 degrees Celsius during December. Many local travellers prefer to visit here after August to enjoy the lush green atmosphere. Driving in this season will be highly enjoyable who come here from neighbouring states. Also, many of the hotels in Visakhapatnam near railway station arrange ample parking facilities both in Vizag and in Araku Valley.

Food at Araku Valley: This hill station has lots of good restaurants and other eating places. Visitors can also choose some of the popular multi-cuisine restaurants that serve Chinese, Odiya, South Indian platters to the travellers. One can try the bamboo chicken which is served in the roadside vendors.

Having got some insights about the Araku Valley, you should not fail to visit this amazing hill destination for your monsoon getaway. Located at an altitude of about 600 to 900 meters above sea level, this place is commonly known as ‘Andhra Ooty’ this beautiful destination should be your option for your next family vacation.