Seethamma Konda - The Crown of Araku, Vizag
Pavankrishna Vaidyabhushana, Madhusudhan Reddy
Lead Trek LeadersStarting point / Destination
- Secunderabad Railway Station
Start Location
Date
Sep 25 - 27, 2026
Duration
2 Nights / 3 Days
Altitude
5,544 ft
Price
₹ 7,000
Event Details
About Place 📍:
Seethamma Konda is one of the tallest peak of Eastern Ghats in Andhra pradesh. Located in the amidst of Eastern Ghats nestled in the Araku region this is one of the best treks to do with an elevation of 1,690 m
ARAKU:
Araku is located in the Eastern Ghats about 114 kilometres (71 mi) from Visakhapatnam, close to the Odisha state border. The Anantagiri and Sunkarimetta Reserved Forest, which are part of Araku Valley, are rich in biodiversity and are mined for bauxite
Araku is also known for its coffee plantations and boasts of manufacturing India’s first tribal growers’ organic coffee brand. Another major attraction of Araku valley, Padmapuram Gardens is widely visited by tourists coming to Araku.
Previous Event videos:
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https://youtu.be/9_SSPTLfDzg?si=5J4ZVxVS0AuONPZ5
Itinerary
Thursday
20:00 - Train from secunderabad
Friday
07:30 Reach Visakhapatnam
08:00 Fresh up
08:30 Start to Araku in Private transport
10:30 Breakfast & pack lunch/dinner
11:30 Reach base village(Paderu/Jakaravalasa)
12:30 Have lunch and start trek to Seethamma Konda
17:00 Reach peak/view point
Sunset view over the valley
18:00 Pitch tents and prepare campfire if weather permits
19:00 dinner
21:00 Rest for the day
Saturday
05:30 Wake up
05:30 Sunrise over the valley
06:30 Explore the peak
08:30 Pack up and fall back to Base village
11:30 : Start towards to Cottage stay - A secluded place
14:30 : Lunch and Relax
20:00 : Dinner & Rest for the day
Sunday
06:00 : Breakfast and Head back to Vizag
12:00 : Reach Vishakapatnam/Vizag and Local sight seeing
20:00 : Board the train for Hyderabad
Monday
8:00 : Reach Hyderabad
Things to Wear / Carry
Clothing
- Comfortable track pants or trousers. Strictly no jeans or shorts.
- T-shirt, preferably long-sleeved.
- Shoes with good sole grip are a must. Strictly no sandals or chappals.
- Cap, hat, goggles, and sunscreen.
- Sweater and raincoat as per the weather.
- Do not leave long hair open, especially for rappelling. Hair should not cover your face or eyes.
- No jewelry, including finger rings or earrings.
- Clip finger and toe nails to a comfortable length. Long nails are absolutely not allowed.
Packing List
- Two liters of water per person.
- Vegetables like cucumber, carrot, and radish. Fruits like banana, dates, apple, and orange.
- Minimal snacks, energy drinks (ORS, Electral), and dry fruits for the hike.
- A small backpack to carry the above items.
- One cover to carry your trash from the venue.
What's Included
- ✔️ Transport HYD - Araku - HYD (UP and down: 3Ac train)
- ✔️ Private transportation
- ✔️ Tents / Camping Ground gear
- ✔️ Day 1 : Lunch Dinner
- ✔️ Day 2 : Breakfast Lunch Dinner
- ✔️ Day 2 - Home stay
- ✔️ Day 3: Breakfast
Not Included
- ❌ Travel On-board food/water/other expenses
- ❌ Other personal expenses
- ❌ Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Event Location
Important Terms 🚨
- Strictly no alcohol, intoxicants, strong drinks, or smoking from the start to the end of the event.
- All members should exercise social responsibility during the event and refrain from littering, shouting in wilderness areas, or engaging in any activities that could disrupt the natural ecology. A fine of Rs. 100 will be charged if found littering.
- Event hosts retain the authority to adjust the itinerary as needed, including the addition or exclusion of members, and modifications to routes, activities, timings, and durations, depending on prevailing circumstances and weather conditions.
- The event host's decision is final in all matters. Our primary concern is ensuring everyone's safety, and we greatly appreciate your cooperation in this regard.
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Price per person:
₹ 7,000
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