Surrounded by lush green mountains and a virgin beauty, Araku Valley is a small hill station in Visakhapatnam in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Situated amidst the Easter Ghats and with a rich culture and traditional past, Araku Valley is soon gaining popularity among tourists. The valley of Araku is bordered by mountains like Galikonda, Raktakonda, Sunkarimetta and Chitamogondi. Galikonda peak is one of the highest peak in Andhra Pradesh with height of 1,500 meter. With the weather being please the whole year around, one can visit the Valley anytime of the year. This small hill station has various places that give you a sneak-peak into its historical past. Some of the best historical places to visit in Araku Valley are Tribal Museum and Bora Caves. Enjoy the scenic beauty of this pristine hill station by visiting mesmerizing Sangda Falls and Padampuram Botanical Gardens. Explore the coffee plantation and processing steps at the coffee plants in Araku, known for its coffee plantation all over the world. For adventure lovers Araku value offers adventure sports like rock climbing and trekking. This small and pristine hill station is good if you are looking for a weekend getaway. Free from commercialization and away from the crowded tourist hill station, Araku is surly going to give you some rejuvenation in the lap of nature and history.
By Air: Nearest airport to Araku Valley is VishakhapatnamAirport which is almost 112 Km away. You will get taxis outside the airport to reach nearby rail station or bus stand. Take train or state-run buses to reach Araku Valley.
By Train: Araku valley is well connected with Vishakapatnam via train service. There are two railway stations at Araku and Araku Valley which has regular train services to Vishakapatnam. The trip to Araku Valley is a pleasure as it passes through many tunnels and runs between the mountains.
By Road: Andhra Pradesh State Transport Buses carry passengers from Vishakapatnam to Araku Valley regularly.
Nearest Railway Station – Araku Railway station (East Coast line from Vishakhapatnam)
Nearest Bus Station – Araku
Nearest Airport – Vishakhapatnam Airport
