TREKS · 1-DAY · MODERATE · MAX 500M
Maredumilli Waterfall Trek.

Maredumilli Waterfall Trek
Maredumilli Waterfall Trek is a moderate single-day, 10 km trek, topping out at 500 m. The route takes in Tribal guide storytelling; Two waterfall destinations; Semi-evergreen forest. Best months: January–March and October–December. Watch points: Tribal guide mandatory; leeches in monsoon; no phone signal. Fitness level: moderate, not recommended for children. Pair this with a stay in the village itself to deepen conversations with your guide beyond the trail—the storytelling often runs deeper over tea than it does mid-hike. The dual waterfalls justify the leech risk in shoulder seasons, though January-March remains the safest bet for comfort.
चेतावनी
⚠Tribal guide mandatory
⚠Leeches in monsoon
⚠No phone signal
Cost Estimate
AP Forest entry ₹100; eco-village homestay ₹1200–1800/night
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