Chaparai is a well-known picnic spot in Araku valley. This Water Cascade is a unique creation of the nature. An endless fountain flowing through a wide range of rocks surrounded by the forest. Water, flowing throughout the year, has made the stone under the waterfalls very slippery. The cascade also known as Dumbriguda Waterfalls, this water cascade is located 15 Km away from Araku Valley. It is a perfect spot for picnic.

Padmapuram Botanical Gardens are a part of the Eastern Ghats and are situated in the Araku road. The garden was built during the time of the Second World War with the aim of growing vegetables for the soldiers who were fighting in the war. Padmapuram Botanical Gardens now contain a horticultural nursery that includes exotic and rare species of flowers and trees. Another important feature of the Padmapuram Botanical Gardens is a toy train that is enjoyed by both kids and adults alike. The toy train ride gives a 360 degree view of the garden. Decorative plants, greenery and flowers make the place a romantic one. Children will find a nice place to enjoy. Nature lovers can take advantage of its beauty. Now a day’s photography is an addiction so for them it's a paradise. Beautiful flowers, indoor and outdoor plants. Grass carpet, fountains, Bamboo hut, and toy train. To get relaxed it's a best place.

Araku Tribal Museum is a place holding treasure that showcases the culture, handicrafts, fine art and tradition of the tribes of Eastern hats. Located at a distance of 200 m from Araku, this Tribal Museum bears a lot of significance as it preserves the tribal culture of the tribes of that region. Explore the culture, traditions, and lifestyles of the tribes in this museum. The museum enlightens you about the 19 tribes that currently inhabit there.

The Coffee museum giving several unknown details about coffee and also with numerous illustrations. For coffee lovers this is a unique museum which will take you to a journey of coffee history, cultivation, seed varieties and coffee making methods and related aspects. Spend some time to smell the coffee aroma and choose a coffee drink of your choice. Bring back coffee powders/chocolates as per your choice. Amazing varieties of locally made chocolates are tasty to suit every taste buds. Good place for singles, couples and for family.

Galikonda View Point spreads before your eyes a pleasing view. And the place offers a wonderful view of the Eastern Ghats and a great place for some great pictures with the lush green mountains in the background. You can also get bamboo chicken and buy some local grown spices and fresh coffee. And you will have corns which are extremely sweet and delicious. Best time to visit this place is early in the morning, during that time tourists hit will be low and can view and enjoy the valley peacefully.

Araku is popular for its coffee plantations. And must visited the lush green Ananthagiri Coffee Plantations on the hill slopes on the way to Borra Caves in our day trip at Araku Valley and learned a lot about the coffee plantation. The coffee plants are planted on the hill slopes and it gives an awesome look to the area. This coffee plantation site is just beside main road. If you search enough you may find some coffee beans. Local have shops in there for selling coffee and coffee related products. The atmosphere is really beautiful and you can see a beautiful view of the valley.

Borra caves are located in the annathagiri giri hill range of Eastern Ghats. These caves are the prime attraction of Araku Valley. Located at an elevation of 705 m. in the Ananthagiri Hills, these caves are one of the largest and deepest caves in India. Borra Caves are naturally formed caves, discovered in 1807 by William King George from the Geological Survey of India. Borra caves is one of good place everyone enjoy lot this place you can travel with family friends and children's also and visit this place in winter there is an greenery around the borra caves. The cave possesses a naturally formed Lord Shiva’s shrine-many people to come to see this naturally molded shrine of Lord Shiva. Moreover, it has enticed several devotees nationwide.

Katiki Waterfalls come on the way to the famous Borra Caves. It is just 7 kilometres away from Borra Caves. You will hear the roaring sound of water standing at the bottom of the waterfalls. The scenic beauty of the Katiki waterfalls is mesmerizingly beautiful. People often click photographs of the birdlife and splendid surroundings. Locals earn their livings by selling marinated chicken in small huts. You are permitted to cook and enjoy at the camping site. One can buy rich and fresh jungle honey here. You need to change your vehicle as rugged Jeep is required to cover the narrow muddy road passing through Jungle and by the side of Gosthani River.

Tatipudi Reservoir, constructed across river Gosthani, one of the main water source for farmers in vizianagaram district and drinking water source for vizag city. This area is exceptionally wonderful with lavish green mountains on every one of the sides. If you plan a trip to the place, then you can choose between spending a couple of hours here to planning a weekend getaway too. Sit still by the water and stare at the deep blue expanse that extends before you. Boating facility is available in this reservoir. Boat will take you to the other end resort area where you visit and boat will wait for 20 minutes before starting return journey.

One can only guess the age of the temple, but an inscription on the temple dates it back to at least 1098 AD, The inscriptions on the walls of the temple are in Telugu and Oriya, and the architecture of the temple is also reminiscent of the architectural style of the two regions Gangadhara and Laxmi Narasimha Swamy Temple are the tourist places to be visited once you are in Simhachalam.