A breathtaking hill station in the Eastern Ghats, famous for its coffee plantations, lush valleys, waterfalls, tribal culture, and scenic landscapes ideal for photography and film shoots.
Araku Valley is one of South India's most picturesque hill destinations, located at an elevation of approximately 910 metres (2,990 ft) above sea level. Surrounded by dense forests, rolling hills, coffee estates, waterfalls, and tribal villages, the valley is a popular destination for tourism, pre-wedding photography, travel filmmaking, music videos, and commercial shoots. The scenic train journey from Visakhapatnam to Araku, passing through more than 50 tunnels and numerous bridges, is considered one of India's most beautiful rail routes. Nearby attractions such as Borra Caves, Katiki Waterfalls, Padmapuram Gardens, and the Tribal Museum further enhance its appeal as a photography destination.
Nearest landmark
Araku Bus Stand
Nearest airport
Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ) — 115.0 km
Full address
Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju District, Andhra Pradesh 531149, India
Entry timings
Open 24 Hours
Open days
Monday - Sunday
Closed on
Open all days
Drone policy
Recreational drone flying is restricted in many tourist and forest areas.
Permission requirements
Permission is required for shoots at this location. See the process below.
Permission process
Commercial drone shoots require: Permission from local administration Forest Department approval (where applicable) DGCA compliance
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