A journey into the heart of the Eastern Ghats, where mountains, mist and tribal culture come together.
Jindhagada — locally known as Seethamma Konda — rises to 1,690 m in Hukumpeta Mandal, and is home to the Kond, Valmiki, Bhagata and Konda Dora Koyedura communities. Trekking here is more than a summit: ancient forests, crystal streams, coffee plantations and the living culture of the Eastern Ghats. We've curated this trek since 2018 — breathtaking views, tribal interactions, stargazing, and winters that drop to 4°C.
The journey
Day 1Into the hills — Vizag to the ridge camp
Rushikonda · Madhurwada · MVP · Annavaram · Vepagunta
Veg biryani & raita, on banana leaves
Cooked fresh at camp
Storytelling & games under a dark sky
Day 2The summit & the sea of clouds
An ocean of clouds, in winter
1,690 m
The cave system
With our host families
Then the drive home begins
With tea & toilet breaks
*Timings are approximate and may vary with weather and trail conditions.
Moments from this trail
What your contribution holds
Everything that's taken care of
Both ways, in shared vehicles — pickups across the city
Day 1 — breakfast, lunch & dinner · Day 2 — breakfast & lunch
Tents, mattresses & sleeping bags — all provided
EcoHikes trek lead with local community guides
Kits carried by the leads throughout
Permissions and coordination
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned above
Trip essentials
Tap a card for the full details — and what to carry yourself.
Questions, answered
Is this my first trek — can I do it?
Yes. The pace is steady and beginner-friendly; children from 6 years join with family. Winter nights drop to 4°C — pack layers.
Where do we sleep?
In tents near the summit — tents, mattresses and sleeping bags are all provided.
What about food?
Five fresh-cooked meals — breakfast, lunch and dinner on Day 1; breakfast and a home-cooked village lunch on Day 2.
When is it most beautiful?
Monsoon for grasslands and streams; winter for the ocean of clouds at sunrise.
Is there network?
Patchy beyond Paderu. Tell people you'll be offline — it's part of the point.
Is pickup and drop included?
Yes — pickup is from designated points across Vizag, with a shared vehicle to Paderu and back. Prefer to drive yourself? You are welcome to follow us, or join directly at the base village.
What if I need to cancel?
A 50% contribution confirms your place. Cancel 7 or more days before the trek and 75% is refunded; within 7 days, contributions are not refundable.
Do I need any permits?
This route passes through tribal village land, so a tribal welfare charge applies. EcoHikes arranges the village permission as part of your booking — no paperwork needed from you.
What people say
“Ravi and Manohar are fantastic leaders — super friendly, supportive and encouraging. An authentic tribal home lunch, a small group with zero tourist crowds, and the tent stay + star-gazing was magical. 10/10 memorable trip!”
“Everything was very well organised — travel, food, camping and safety. Special thanks to live encyclopedia Naveen, for teaching the kids fire-lighting, diving in natural pools, and endless facts about nature and village life.”
“You reach the peak tired, hungry, legs shivering — and Ravi and team come up with food, water and essentials. Cherry on the cake: the scenic view and calmness on the peak. Keep calm and choose Ecohikes.”
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How joining works
Fill the short form or write to us — we reply within a day.
A quick call or WhatsApp — fitness, season, group, dates.
A 50% advance holds your place; the rest on trek day.
Your confirmation arrives by mail — and you join the batch WhatsApp circle.