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6 Days in Vizag: Discovering Nature's Treasures

BADDAM SAHITH REDDY

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Vizag's stunning landscapes and historical landmarks. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse, Ross Hill Church, and Tenneti Park. Get a taste of adventure at Indira Gandhi Zoological Park and VMRDA PARK. Unwind at the picturesque Ramakrishna Beach and Rushikonda Beach. Explore the rich heritage of Vizag at Visakha Museum and Vizag Zoo Park. Experience tranquility at Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary and Kondakarla Bird Sanctuary.

Trip to Vizag

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coastal Marvels and Historic Wonders

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$44

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$ 11

Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse

Scenic destination featuring an old lighthouse offering panoramic vistas of the city & ocean.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$18

43 - 52 min

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Ross Hill Church

Sweeping sea & port views draw visitors to this hillside Christian church with a white exterior.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$9

8 - 10 min

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Fishing Harbour

One of the most well-known ports of India, this fishing harbor provides views of the Bay of Bengal.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$9

18 - 22 min

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Victory At Sea War Memorial

Seaside park dedicated to Indian naval victory in 1971, with a tall red memorial, a tank & planes.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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$9

12 - 15 min

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Tenneti Park

This landscaped children's park features walkways & a viewing deck with ocean views.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Serene Gardens

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$35

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$ 3

Indira Gandhi Zoological Park

Big wildlife park, toured by vehicle or on foot, showcasing diverse animals, including white tigers.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$26

19 - 23 min

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VMRDA PARK

Landscaped urban park featuring a skating rink, play areas & a musical fountain.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$9

Day 3Underwater World and Beach Bliss

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$25

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$ 3

Matsya Darshini

An array of freshwater & saltwater fish, plus tortoises, are exhibited in this roomy aquarium.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$9

5 - 8 min

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Ramakrishna Beach

Popular with walkers & sunbathers, this stretch of sand is known for rough waves & rock formations.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$9

30 - 36 min

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Rushikonda Beach

Bustling, curved beach with clear water, food vendors & water sports like diving & jet skiing.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$7

Day 4Zoological Wonders and Cultural Gems

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$35

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$ 6

Vizag Zoo Park

Sprawling zoo with bikes to rent for rides between habitats for birds & animals.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$18

16 - 20 min

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Sivaji Park

City green space with walking paths, fountains, a playground & an open-air roller skating rink.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$9

8 - 10 min

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Visakha Museum

Museum featuring regional relics & exhibits on India's naval history, with model ships & submarines.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$9

Day 5Hilltop Adventures and Ancient Ruins

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$25

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$ 6

VMRDA-Kailasagiri

Hilltop park & gardens known for huge Shiva statue & picturesque views of forest & sea.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$7

36 - 44 min

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Thotlakonda

Hilltop area home to the ruins of an ancient Buddhist monastery, plus sweeping beach & ocean views.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$9

28 - 34 min

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Bheemili Beach

Celebrated beach featuring swimming & other water sports, plus nearby souvenir shops & food vendors.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$9

Day 6Nature's Sanctuary and Avian Delights

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$27

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$ 3

Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary

Forest reserve sheltering rare flora like the Indian screw tree, plus leopards, pangolins & birds.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$18

79 - 95 min

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Kondakarla Bird Sanctuary

Serene lake & bird sanctuary with tours in palm-tree boats amid lotus flowers & picturesque views.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$9

Budget breakdown: $218 In total

Activities & Food:$189

Transport:$29