Overview & Experience
Slow down, breathe mountain air, and experience Araku beyond the whirlwind bus tours. This 3-day itinerary allows you to wake up to misty pine groves, walk through working coffee plantations, visit secluded waterfalls, and taste slow-cooked bamboo chicken prepared over open firewood.
Perfect for nature enthusiasts, family holidays, and couples who want relaxed mornings and deep relaxation without rushing from sight to sight.
Trip Highlights
- ✓ 3 leisurely days in the Eastern Ghats
- ✓ Authentic bamboo chicken tasting
- ✓ Katiki waterfalls 4x4 trail excursion
- ✓ Guided coffee estate plantation walk
- ✓ Night campfire experience under mountain stars
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Fully Customisable PaceWe adjust timings, viewpoints, meal stops, and rest intervals according to your group's preferences.
Ascent & Ananthagiri Coffee Hills
Morning departure from Vizag. Stop at Ananthagiri coffee viewpoints and serene water springs. Check in to hillside retreat. Evening campfire with traditional tribal music.
Deep Valley, Waterfalls & Tribal Villages
Morning guided plantation walk explaining Arabica coffee cultivation. Afternoon visit to Chaparai water cascading rocks and Katiki waterfalls (by local 4x4). Taste authentic bamboo chicken.
Borra Caves & Leisurely Return
Visit Padmapuram gardens and purchase authentic GI-tagged Araku coffee beans. Descend through Borra Caves subterranean wonder. Return to Vizag by dusk.
Transport & Vehicle Arrangements
Chauffeur-driven AC SUV or comfortable family car recommended.
Vizaglo does not own transport fleets. Travel arrangements are coordinated through verified commercial vehicle operators with route-trained drivers or trusted self-drive agencies.
Accommodation & Stays
Curated eco-resort, coffee estate chalet, or quality hill retreat subject to partner confirmation.
Rooms are subject to availability at the time of final confirmation. If a specific resort or hotel is sold out for your dates, we present equivalent alternatives for your approval before taking any payment.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✓ What's Included
- Comprehensive 3-day custom itinerary roadmap
- Partner accommodation coordination (2 Nights)
- Sightseeing vehicle coordination with ghat-trained chauffeur
- 24/7 WhatsApp concierge support throughout the trip
× What's Not Included
- Meals and personal beverages unless specified
- Local 4x4 jeep charges for Katiki falls (approx ₹1,200/jeep)
- Entry tickets and porterage
- Applicable statutory taxes
Safety & Accessibility
Katiki trail requires sturdy shoes. Experienced local 4x4 drivers handle the off-road section.
Moderate walking required on plantation trails. Alternative vehicle drop-offs arranged for guests with walking limitations.
Package Questions
Can this trip be customised for senior citizens? ↓
Absolutely. We adjust the pace, select properties with ground-floor access, and eliminate steep walking tracks.
Is food included? ↓
Breakfast is typically included at the stay; we provide recommended spots for lunch and dinner to let you sample authentic local dishes.
Commercial Transparency & Terms
Written quotation provided with verified room categories and vehicle specs prior to any booking confirmation.
Pricing Assumption: Indicative starting estimate based on 4 persons sharing private vehicle and 2 double rooms. Single supplement applies.