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| State | Andhra Pradesh |
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| Location | Rajahmundry |
| Duration | 3 Nights / 4 Days |
| Valid Age | 18 – 65 years |
| Support Contact | Mr. VRK Raju – 9849043455 |
| Reporting Point | Rajahmundry by 8:00 AM (exact base camp location will be communicated) |
| Contact Person | Mr. VRK Raju – 9849043455 |
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| apstateyhai@gmail.com |
Bhadrachalam is one of South India’s premier Hindu pilgrimage centres, located on the banks of the Godavari River in Telangana. It is world-renowned for the historic Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy Temple — a 17th-century architectural marvel built by Kancharla Gopanna (Bhakta Ramadasa). The region sits in the Dandakaranya forest, where Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshmana are believed to have spent part of their 14-year exile.
Papikondalu (Papi Hills) is a breathtaking hill range famous for its winding gorges along the Godavari River, scenic boat cruises, bamboo hut camping and pristine nature. Maredumilli is a premier eco-tourism hotspot in the Eastern Ghats, famous for its lush semi-evergreen forests, cascading waterfalls and rich biodiversity — an ideal retreat for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Major festivals at Bhadrachalam include Sri Rama Navami (March/April), when millions witness the spectacular Sri Sitarama Thirukalyana Mahotsavam, and Vaikuntha Ekadashi (December/January). Nearby tourist spots include Papikondalu Hills (scenic steamboat rides and waterfalls) and Parnashala (about 35 km away), believed to be the site of Sita’s abduction by Ravana.
| Day 01 | Report at Rajahmundry by 8:00 AM. After breakfast, local trip commences at 10:30 AM. Lunch, visit to Sir Arthur Cotton Museum and Dhavaleswaram. Transfer to accommodation, dinner and rest. |
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| Day 02 | 6:00 AM bed tea. Proceed to Polavaram Tunnels and Gandipochamma Temple. Board boat, breakfast and lunch on the boat. Proceed to Pochavaram and Bhadrachalam for darshan. Dinner and rest. |
| Day 03 | Early morning darshan. Vacate accommodation by 5:00 AM, proceed to Mothugudem for breakfast. By bus to Tigris Waterfalls and Maredumilli, lunch. Return to Rajahmundry. Valedictory in the evening, dinner and rest. |
| Day 04 | Bed tea, breakfast. Programme concludes by 8:30 AM. |
Note: Participants must come with minimal luggage.
| Accommodation | Shared accommodation as provided by the organisers. |
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| Fee Includes | Good vegetarian food, accommodation (sharing basis), expert guidance, group insurance, supervision, bus fare, parking fees. |
| Fee Excludes | Entry tickets / fees for all tourism spots. |
Any member of the Association who is physically fit can join the programme.
Rajahmundry is the reporting place. Exact location of the base camp will be communicated. Rajahmundry is well connected by bus, rail and air from different places.
| Online | Register at www.yhaindia.org |
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| Offline (Bank Deposit) | Bank: State Bank of India, Ukkunagaram Branch, Visakhapatnam Current A/c No: 35195966786 IFSC Code: SBIN0008054 Send the counterfoil along with the registration form (with passport-size photo and Aadhaar card) to: Md. Mazhar Ibrahim, State Secretary – YHAI AP State Branch, D.No 39-33-108/9, Plot No 297, Phase 1 Extension, Madhavadhara VUDA Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530018, Andhra Pradesh. Contact: 9550860049 |
Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the planning of the trek route. Our experienced field staff and camp leaders have been visiting the area to check all details. While every care has been taken to ensure your safety and health, YHAI AP State Branch cannot be held responsible for any accident, illness or such other unforeseen eventualities.
Additional Note: The programme schedule and routes are subject to change without prior notice.
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