{"product_id":"scenic-koraput-valley-5-days-4-nights","title":"Aug 6, 20, 27 : Scenic Koraput Valley, Orissa  (5 day travel package) - Ex Visakhapatnam","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScenic Koraput Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeparture Dates: 10th Aug - 12th Aug, 2019, Ex Visakhapatnam\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Transport, meals and accommodation included, train tickets not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAY 01 TUE: VISAKHAPATANAM TO ARAKU DESIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e06:35am - 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUpon 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePost lunch walk to nearby harijan, paraja village and enjoy the sunset views at the gorgeous Duduma waterfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAY 02 WED: NANDAPUR DESIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter breakfast, short drive to Nandapur to visit the weekly market for gadaba and mali tribes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWalk in and around the market and also to the villages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the peaceful walk in the valley. Drive back to Desia and overnight stay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf desired, buy the fruits and vegetables from the market and bring to Desia and learn preparation of local cuisine from the tribal cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOvernight stay at Desia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAY 03 THU: DESIA AND BONDA MARKET\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrive 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. 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