Aug 6, 20, 27 : Scenic Koraput Valley, Orissa (5 day travel package) - Ex Visakhapatnam

Scenic Koraput Valley

Departure Dates: 10th Aug - 12th Aug, 2019, Ex Visakhapatnam

Road Transport, meals and accommodation included, train tickets not included.

Explore the beautiful Koraput valley of Orissa, visit local tribal villages, experience the lifestyle and crafts on this amazing 5 day experience, that takes you through the scenic Araku region of Andhra Pradesh to Koraput. 

The Koraput Valley, filled with forests, terraced valleys, picturesque landscapes and  amazing waterfalls is the home to Tribal and other ethnic communities who share a common ADIVASI or DESIA IDENTITY in their living. These simple, honest, friendly and culturally rich community makes this destination a distinct and special.  This tour allows you to experience the beauty of the valley and its people for yourself!

DAY 01 TUE: VISAKHAPATANAM TO ARAKU DESIA

06:35am - Arrival at Visakhapatnam station and board the local train at 6.35 am to Bheja station (6 hour journey) through picturesque Arakku valley. This spectacular train ride passes through various tunnels, mountains, beautiful valleys, waterfalls and tribal hamlets.

Upon arrival at Bheja station, meet our Desia Crew who will help you to transfer to Desia camp. Upon arrival, warm welcome to Desia project by the host with ritual.

Post lunch walk to nearby harijan, paraja village and enjoy the sunset views at the gorgeous Duduma waterfall.

DAY 02 WED: NANDAPUR DESIA

After breakfast, short drive to Nandapur to visit the weekly market for gadaba and mali tribes.

Walk in and around the market and also to the villages.

Enjoy the peaceful walk in the valley. Drive back to Desia and overnight stay.

If desired, buy the fruits and vegetables from the market and bring to Desia and learn preparation of local cuisine from the tribal cook.

Overnight stay at Desia.

DAY 03 THU: DESIA AND BONDA MARKET

Today you will meet one of the most interesting tribes of India who is called Bonda or Remo. Especially Bonda ladies adorn with ornaments and jeweleries in the upper body and looks very colorful while walk down from hilly trails to this weekly market. The bonda tribes carry their home made alcohol to sale in this market. You have a great opportunity to meet and interact with this community and if desire share a drink with them. Also meet another interesting indigenous gadaba tribe. After a memorable time in the market, walk in and around the market.

Drive back to Desia and enroute enjoy the picnic lunch besides the scenic machakund waterfall. Afternoon walk along the riverside and Evening enjoy the Dhemsa dance among the tribal community. Overnight stay at Desia.

DAY 04 FRI: DESIA AND HIKE TO VARIOUS TRIBAL VILLAGES

A walk to various paraja, mali, Harijan villages and also enjoy the Dhemsa tribal dance in a village.

Overnight stay at Desia.

DAY 05 SAT: GUPTESWAR AND KORAPUT DROP

Morning check out Desia and drive to Koraput to board the train/Bus in the afternoon for your onward journey.

Enroute visit the secret cave shrine at Gupteswar and also the colorful market of Dhuruba tribes.

Total Cost : 32,000 + 5% GST

Meals: Breakfast and dinner (veg/non veg options available) . Lunch:  Vegetarian

 Cost Inclusion :

• Accommodation in standard room or delux tent at Desia
• All meals 
• Transport
• Local Guide 

Cost Exclusion 

• Train Tickets

Cancellation Policy :

If cancelled earlier than 15 days, no cancellation fee

If canceled within 7-14 days prior to travel date : 25% cancellation fee

If canceled within 1-6 days  prior to the travel date : 50% cancellation fee