A perfect weekend escape to the lush Ananthagiri region — two stunning waterfalls, a camp on a breathtaking viewpoint, and a night of stars in between.
This weekend is all about waterfalls, viewpoints and peaceful villages. Day one ends at Jalada waterfall — lunch, a long swim, and a short climb to camp at Thankotamma viewpoint, 1,100 m up with the valley below. Day two starts with sunrise from the viewpoint and walks to Pedabayalu waterfall before a traditional village lunch and the drive home. Short distances, big rewards — one of our most beginner-friendly camping treks.
The journey
Day 1Vizag to Jalada falls and the viewpoint camp
The long, lazy middle of the day
About 45 minutes
The valley lights up below
Day 2Sunrise, Pedabayalu falls and home
Explore, swim, enjoy
7:30–8:00 pm
*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
- Personal gear & equipment
- Anything not mentioned above
What to carry
- Quick-dry full-sleeve t-shirt & trousers
- Sweater / jacket, beanie, cap
- Raincoat & rain pant (monsoon)
- Trekking shoes & extra socks
- 2 litres water & electrolytes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses
- Headlamp / torch
- Snacks & an extra pair of clothes
Questions, answered
How hard are the walks?
Gentle — about 3 km on day one and 5 km on day two, at an easy pace. Fine from age 6.
Can we swim at the falls?
Yes — at both Jalada and Pedabayalu, with the leads watching conditions. Pack quick-dry clothes.
Where do we camp?
On the Thankotamma viewpoint at about 1,100 m, beside the village — tents, mattresses and sleeping bags provided.
When is it best?
July to April. Monsoon for thundering falls and mist; winter for clear skies and the sea of clouds at sunrise.
What people say
“We explored a hidden waterfall deep in the Eastern Ghats — peaceful, untouched, absolutely worth the trek. No rush, no commercial vibe, just genuine people helping you connect deeply with nature.”
“A perfect place to relax and forget everything for a while. The trek was short and easy, and the sound of the waterfall was beautiful.”
“A mesmerising waterfall trek — magical. Ravi, Naveen and Manohar take care of people and make every trek safe and memorable. This was my 3rd time with Ecohikes and many more to come.”
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How joining works
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