Galikonda Peak Trek
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Pricing
FAQs
About
Duration
2D/1N
Difficulty
Moderate
Price
5000/person
Altitude
5404 ft
Distance
16 KM
Galikonda Peak is situated in Ananthagiri Hill Ranges, Highest point of the peak is situated at
1647 meters (5404ft.) above mean sea level. On one side is the lush green valleys of Araku with
farmlands and tribal hamlets and other side with continues hill ranges. It has other 3 higher
Itinerary
Araku valley
Distance from Visakhapatnam: 120kms
Approximate travel time: 3hrs
The fact that it is away from all regular tourists makes it a very attractive proposition to us.
Let us bask in mountain glory!
- Meeting point at Hanumanthuwaka
- Breakfast on the way
- Reach base point of the peak
- Base hike to Coffee plantation
- Lunch at the base point and 30min. Break before starting the trek
- Hike up to the campsite
- Relax & explore the vast camp area
- Set up tents
- Will set up campfire (subjected to weather and firewood availability)- Dinner time (Chapati
with Vegetable curry)
- Take a dip in the small pool next to our campsite
- Breakfast (Bread with peanut butter)
- Hike up to the Summit and break for 30min.
- Hike down the base point
- lunch and start our return journey
- Tea break
- Back to Vizag
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Essentials
What to carry for the trek
Tip: Always Travel light. Pack only essential items and pack according to the weather
- Good rucksack/backpack with rain cover
- Full sleeve dry-fit T-shirt
- Half/Full Trek pant
- Trekking shoes
- Cap or Hat and Sun glasses
- Sunscreen
- Torch or Head Lamp
- 2 to 3 liters of water
- Trekking pole (if you have)
- Extra pair of clothes and a towel
- Blanket or a sleeping bag
- A raincoatif you wantto stay dry. A big no to umbrellas
- Energy bars and snacks
- Personal Identification Card
- Personal medication (if any)
- Toiletries
- Sandals(Optional)
*You can discuss with team what to carry before trek to pack right
Pricing
Price: 5000 / per head
What is included in the trek cost:
Transportation from Visakhapatnam to the base village and return
Accommodation in Hiking Tents (3 Person and 2 Person basis)
Trekking Guidance charges
Food from Day 1 Breakfast to day 2 Lunch
First Aid Charges
Organizing charges
Tribal Welfare charges
What is not included in the trek cost:
Transportation from other places to Visakhapatnam
snacks or tea charges during the trek
anything not mentioned in the inclusions
FAQs
Our Cancellation Policy
All our experiences are extremely limited capacity events and every cancellation affects
multiple dynamics of the trip & our planning.
To ensure we can stay operational, we have devised the following cancellation policy: If you
cancel 5 days prior to the trip, you will receive a 100% refund. If you cancel between 3-5 days
prior to the trip, you will receive a 50% refund. If you cancel within 3 days from the trip, there is
no refund.
How to Pack and Prepare
Grab a small to medium-sized bag and put in items mentioned in our Essentials list. The less heavy your bag is, the easier & more comfortable your hike will be.
Footwear
A bad pair could turn your trek into a nightmare. With over 6 years of hosting guests in the mountains, we have noticed that this is the most commonly overlooked item.
Wearing a good sturdy & durable pair of shoes is one of the most crucial elements to having a good trek.
Quite often people make the mistake of choosing to wear an old pair that they would like to soon get rid of, however that is one of the biggest mistakes one can make.
Check your shoes for possible wear and tear before you wear them. Our personal preference is towards full ankle hiking boots.
General Clothing advises
T-shirt & shorts/full pants are ideal.
Ensure that you are comfortable with what you choose to wear and that the material does not restrict your movement while trekking and climbing. Avoid jeans at all costs.
Full clothing is recommended if your hike is passing through thick shrubbery In Monsoon Season
We strongly recommend dry-fit clothing vs cotton. If you are joining us for a Nature Trail or Wildlife Experience | Any fauna-based experience
Wear only natural colors that camouflage with the environment. Colors include brown, black & green. Avoid bright colors as it will easily indicate your presence to nearby wildlife and you will miss out on opportunities of great wildlife sightings.
Medical Conditions
If you suffer from any medical conditions, mild or severe, please bring it to our notice prior to the trip with us. Accordingly, our Wilderness First Responder will advise on joining and can also prepare the team towards making appropriate measures for your safety on trip.
Trek Attitude
Staying open minded, positive & faithful
A trek in the forest requires for one to stay positive and open minded at all times regardless of the situation. Mind you, this is not a picnic but a trek in the mountains. Mother nature could choose for the weather and environment to be tough or easy on us.
However, it is important for us to stay grounded and keep our heads over our shoulders, to not panic and to keep
confidence in the decision of your trek leaders.