Maredumilli is a sleepy hamlet in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. If you haven’t visited Kerala and want to get a glimpse of it, Maredumilli might just be it. Known for its greenery, coffee and pepper plantations, a picture book from your childhood transpires into a reality here. Go here for the bamboo chicken and discover a charming tribal lifestyle. There’s also Madanakunj to spot various species of butterflies and wild animals. This area also abounds in waterfalls like Jalatarangini, Rampa, and Swarnandhra. Stay overnight at Jungle Star Camp Site, a riverside camp that lets you explore the woods of the Eastern Ghats.
Distance from Hyderabad: 429 km
How To Reach: You can either take a train or a bus to Rajahmundry and travel via road, which is 85 km away from Maredumilli. The road trip from Hyderabad to Maredumilli is also worth doing as you cross the scenic vistas of Rajahmundry, Bhadrachalam.
Best Time To Visit: Winter months, from November to December.
Things To Do: Visit the Jalatharangini Waterfalls, Amruthadhara Waterfalls, Sokuleru Vagu Viewpoint, Rampa Waterfalls, and Bhupatipalem Reservoir
Places To Stay: Avanti Grand, Seven Hills Resort, The Woods Resort, Paloma Holiday Resort, Jungle Star Eco Camp and Blue Moon Eco Resort
Places To Eat: Bamboo Restaurant, Harshitha Restaurant, Devi Restaurant and The Auto Bamboo Biryani
Approximate Trip Cost: INR 35,000
