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General Information
Population : 20 lakhs (1991 Census)
Average Climate : 22o c -
34o c
Languages Spoken : Telugu, English and Hindi.
Clothing : Cotton wear
Visakhapatnam
Sprawling golden beaches, splendid monuments,
ancient temples - these are but some of the tourist attractions of the city of
valour, Visakhapatnam. Once ruled by the Andhra Kings of Vengi, the Cholas
and the Gangas, this port city is bound to keep you enthralled. The Dolphin's
Nose silhouetted against the sky on the beach, adjacent picturesque valleys with
beautiful flora and fauna, nature camps and the Buddhist spots speak volumes of
the great port city. Visakhapatnam is a cosy place, a place you can come home
to!
Visakha Utsav
Every December, from the third Friday to Sunday, an exclusive 3 day festival brings to life the arts, crafts, culture and cuisine of Visakhapatnam.
Where to Stay
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A.P. Tourism Yatrinivas,
Visakhapatnam, Ph : 562333 * A.P. Tourism Beach Resort, Rishikonda, Ph : 816234 * A.P. Tourism Mayuri Guest House, Araku, Ph : 49643 * A.P. Tourism Yatrinivas, Araku, Ph : 49643 |
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Star Hotels in Visakhapatnam :
Hotel Taj Residency, Beach Road. Ph : 567756, 564874.
The Park, Beach Road. Ph : 0891 - 2754488, 2713600, 2754092, 275585.
Hotel Dolphin, Dabagardens, Ph : 567000, 567027.
Hotel Green Park, Waltair Main Road. Ph : 564444.
Hotel Daspalla, Suryabagh. Ph : 564825, 563141.
Daspalla Executive Court. Ph : 717300.
Welcome group Grandbay, Beach road. Ph : 560101, 566550, 525365.
Hotel Meghalaya, Asilmetta. Ph : 555141.
Hotel Sudha, Gajuwaka. Ph : 517063.
Raj Residency, Rama Talkies. Ph : 566666
What to See
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TOURS FROM VISAKHAPATNAM
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| 1. LOCAL SIGHT SEEING TOUR Daily Kailash Hills, Simhachalam, R.K. Beach Fare : Adult Rs.150/- Child : Rs.120/- Dep. 8.30 a.m. Arr. 7.30 p.m. |
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ARAKU RAIL CUM ROAD TOUR Daily Araku, Via Borra Caves, Tyda Rail cum Road Package Fare : Adult Rs.300/- Child : Rs.240/- Dep. 7.30 a.m. Arr. 9.00 p.m. (Including Break fast, Lunch, Tea, snacks & Train Fare) |
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ARAKU-TYDA-BORRA CAVES TOUR Daily Vizag - Araku - Borra Caves - Tyda Dep - 7.00 a.m. Arr - 9.00 p.m. Fare : Adult Rs.150/- Child : Rs.120/- |
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ARAKU - BORRA CAVES TOURIST SERVICE Daily
Twice Fare : Adult Rs.25/- Child : Rs.20/- |
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TRAIN LINK TOURIST SERVICE Tourist service to all important Hotels, Punnami, Hotel (Yatri Nivas), Rushi Konda Resort Fare : Adult Rs.25/- Child : Rs.20/- |
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BHADRACHALAM TOUR 2 Days Tour covers Araku, Tyda, Borra Caves, Paderu, Upper Sileru, Bharachalam, Parnasala, Narsipatnam. Dep. 8.30 a.m. Arr. 7.00 p.m. |
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ANNAVARAM - TALUPULAMMALOVA
TOUR Daily Fare : Adult Rs.250/- Child : Rs.200/- Dep. 7.00 a.m. Arr. 5.00 p.m. |
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CHARTERED TOURS |
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1. ARASAVELLI TOURS -
Arasavelli, Kalingapatnam
2. KONARK TOUR -
4 Days Tour covers Gopalapuram, Chilaka Lake, Bhuvaneshwar, Puri, Konark,
Cuttack.
3. ANTHARVEDI TOUR -
2 Days Tour covers Kakinada, Amalapuram, Rajahmundry, Antharvedi Beach
4. BILADILLA TOUR -
3 Days Tour covers Subeda, Jagadalpur, Biladilla
The above tours will be arranged on a charter basis.
TARIFF FOR CHARTER SERVICES
A. HIRE CHARGES FOR HI-TECH & MINI COACHES
Hi-tech
Mini
a. 0-5 Hrs.-50 kms.
Rs.2150/-
Rs.1800/-
b. Minimum 10 kms. is charged for every extra hour (or) actual kilometres run
whichever is higher at Rs.20/- per km. for Hi-tech coach and Rs.15/- for Mini
coach.
c. 10% Discount is allowed on tours more than 72 hours.
d. Fraction of an hour is treated as full hour for computation of kilometres
run.
B. TOYOTA QUALIS
A/c
Non A/c
a. 0-5 Hrs. - 50 Kms.
Rs.750/- Rs.500/-
b. Minimum 10 Kms. is charged for every extra hour (or) Actual kilometerage
whichever is higher at Rs.12/- for A/c and Rs.9/- for Non A/c cars per km.
C. TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR CHARTER SERVICES
a. The hirer should submit his tour programme in advance.
b. Kilometres will be counted from the garage.
c. The timings will be reckoned from the time the vehicle starts from the
garage.
d. 20% estimated tour advance extra should be deposited before the
commencement of the tour.
e. A Reservation fee of Rs.100/- will be collected along with the tour
advance.
f. No over load will be allowed.
g. If any hire contract is cancelled, the Reservation fee shall be forfeited
in addition to cancellation charges.
h. The inter state taxes and other taxes if any should be borne by the hirer.
i. The permit fee shall be borne by the hirer.
j. The hirer shall be responsible in guiding the driver on the route.
k. The Corporation does not take responsibility for any delay, damages caused
due to breakdown, accidents, mechanical failures etc.
l. Rules of the Corporation are applicable in finalising all hire contracts.
m. In case of low occupancy smaller vehicles will be arranged for conducted
tours.
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ECO -TOURISM PACKAGE TOURS |
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TARRIF FOR JUNGLE BELLS TYDA
(ONLY
ACCOMMODATION)
A.
Tent Rs.200/-
per day Check out time 12.00 noon
B. Cottages Rs.300/- per day Check out time 12.00
noon
Note : The above charges for two persons only. For every additional
person, Rs.75/- will be charged.
Package Tour
A. Day package
tour - Rs.250/-
Adult Rs.200/- Child (below 12 years)
Note :
The cost includes morning tea, lunch, evening tea & snacks,
boating, shikar and transport charges
B. Day & Night package
tour - Rs.500/-
Adult Rs.400/- Child (below 12 years)
Note : The cost includes lunch, evening
tea & snacks, dinner, next day morning breakfast and accommodation charges
For further details
contact : Central Reservation Office,
Visakhapatnam Tel.No. 0891-713135.
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PUNNAMI HOTELS/RESORTS |
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PUNNAMI-Hotel (Yatri Nivas)
| Opp : Appughar Site, Beach Road M.V.P Colony, Visakhapatnam, Ph : 0891-562333, 710711. |
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PUNNAMI-Beach Resort (Rushi Konda)
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Road, VISAKHAPATNAM Ph : 0891-816234, 816233 Fax : 0891-816235 |
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PUNNAMI-Hotel (Mayuri)
| ARAKU, Ph : 08936-49643 |
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PONGALI - Restaurant Air
Port, Visakhapatnam. Ph : 0891-559461
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WHOM TO CONTACT
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Tourist Information Officer |
Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development
Corporation |
