The picturesque Araku Valley popularly called as Andhra Ooty is situated at an altitude of 3,100 feet on the Eastern Ghats at a distance of 112 km. from Visakhapatnam. A visitor to the valley will be greeted by smooth flowing silvery streams and 46 tunnels & bridges by a train journey. The famous attraction of Araku valley is the 1 million year old Borra Caves.
What's more, traditional folk dances like the Dhimsa and Mayuri are still performed here by the native Adivasis..
Bus service is available to visit the valley from Visakhapatnam. A.P. Tourism conducts an excursion trip everyday from Visakhapatnam.
Trekking facility
From Borra Caves to Araku Valley.
Punnami Hotel (Mayuri Guest House)
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