Araku, beyond its coffee plantations and green valleys at an astounding elevation of 5000 ft.!
Surrounded by mists, waterfalls, lush green valleys, mulberry
gardens, and adventurous trekking trails, Araku Valley in Vishakhapatnam of Andhra Pradesh is a slice of heaven. The scenic landscape beckons many forlorn travellers to plunge into ethereal charm, especially now that accommodations have sprung up in the valley offering a gamut of gastronomical delights selling North Indian, South Indian, and Odiya cuisines.
Meditate to the Roaring Sound of Tadimada Waterfalls
Your visit to the Tadimada or Ananthagiri Waterfalls would be swapped in a majestic experience of witnessing nature in her full glory. The water cascading 100 ft. above is a visual retreat and soul-soothing sight that makes you linger for a bit more. Besides the surreal beauty of the waterfall, from here, you gain a picturesque view of the nature sprawling beneath.
Indulge in the Rich Cafe Culture in the Hills
The feeling of sipping on authentic Araku Valley coffee at its quaint cafe corners and coffee joints is precious. After a day's journey, stop at one of the many cafes that deck the hilly streets.
The cafes are set against amazing backdrops that accentuate the invigorating aroma and crisp chill in the air. In these creative corners, lined with handcrafted items symbolising the indigeneity of the valley, you can peacefully soak in some genuine flavors of this place. For coffee connoisseurs, Araku is undeniably a treat!
The shops also sell products that are harvested at the heart of the valley. The finest quality of butter, coffee biscuits, coconuts, almonds, and honey can be purchased without splurging.
Navigate the Trekking Routes of Champi and Madugula
The popular, scenic, and untainted trekking routes of Araku are bathed in forest trails that further glorify the audaciousness and thrill of trekking these routes. Cut away from the buzz of mainstream tourists, the route is peaceful and quite a revelation for travellers who are yearning for solitude and tranquillity.
Here, in the meadows, you are cocooned by dense growth and steep chasms. Nonetheless, the medium difficulty of the trek and its resplendent beauty make it an aesthetic route.
Sneak Away a Moment to Appreciate the Exhibits of the Tribal Museum
The Museum shelters tons of collectables that shed light on tribal lifestyle and art. With the exhibitions and workshops that are frequently held at the Museum, it is quite a dreamland, a repository of precious gems for museum lovers. Musical instruments, terracotta art, pottery, paintings, and installations depict tribal life and art.
