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Tour Details: Tribal Trails & Waterfalls of Koraput

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Tour Name: Tribal Trails & Waterfalls of Koraput
Category: Odisha
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Seating Capacity: 10 persons
Price per Package: ₹12,499.00
Status: Active
Created: Jul 09, 2025
Last Updated: Jul 09, 2025
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About This Tour

Discover the raw and rustic side of Odisha with the Tribal Trails & Waterfalls of Koraput — a journey through the scenic Eastern Ghats, vibrant tribal culture, and untouched natural wonders. This 4-day itinerary is your invitation to connect with the indigenous heartbeat of the state, far removed from crowded tourist hubs. Start in Koraput, a picturesque hill station surrounded by forests and valleys. Witness the lives of tribal communities like the Bonda, Paraja, and Kondh — their colorful markets, attire, and traditions. Visit the Gupteswar Cave Temple, perched inside a limestone cave deep in a forest, and discover spiritual serenity amidst nature. Travel through scenic mountain roads to reach Onukudelli, where the famed Thursday tribal market draws remote forest-dwelling communities into a single vibrant hub of culture and color. Explore the nearby Duduma Waterfalls, a thundering natural marvel on the Machkund River. The journey continues to Deomali Hill, the highest peak in Odisha, offering panoramic views and a chance to reconnect with nature. Enjoy forest walks, picnic moments by waterfalls, and quiet evenings by your eco-resort or forest guesthouse. This trip is perfect for those seeking an offbeat, soulful experience filled with culture, nature, and exploration.

Trip Highlights

🏔️ Scenic drive through Eastern Ghats 🧕 Visit tribal villages and markets (Bonda, Paraja, Kondh tribes) 🛕 Darshan at Gupteswar Cave Temple 💦 Trek to Duduma Waterfalls 🌄 Sunrise at Deomali – Odisha’s highest peak 🛍️ Local tribal crafts, spices, and forest products 🍃 Stay in eco-resorts or hilltop cottages

Tour Includes
3 Nights accommodation in eco-stay/hotel in Koraput

Private AC vehicle for entire tour

Daily breakfast and dinner

Entry fees to all sites & camera passes

Local guide during tribal market visits

Drinking water, parking, tolls, driver allowance
Tour Excludes
Air/train fare to and from Koraput

Lunches, snacks not mentioned above

Tips, personal shopping, and drinks

Travel insurance or medical emergencies

GST if applicable
Day-wise Itinerary

Arrive at Koraput Railway Station. Check in and relax. Post lunch, visit Sabar Srikhetra, a Jagannath Temple replica nestled in the hills. Explore the local market and Koraput Museum (if open). Overnight stay in Koraput.

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Your journey begins as you arrive in Koraput, one of Odisha’s most serene hill stations, known for its cool climate, tribal heritage, and lush greenery. Our representative will receive you at the Koraput Railway Station, followed by a smooth transfer to your hotel or eco-resort nestled in the lap of nature. After lunch and a brief rest, we begin the tour with a visit to Sabar Srikhetra Temple, a peaceful spiritual complex modeled after Puri’s Jagannath Temple. Surrounded by green hills, it offers the perfect introduction to the harmony of culture and nature in Koraput. In the evening, take a guided stroll through the local tribal market, where you’ll witness a vibrant display of colors, handwoven fabrics, forest produce, and spices unique to this region. Learn about the customs of the Paraja and Gadaba tribes, known for their distinctive attire and ornaments. Overnight stay in Koraput.

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After breakfast, set off for a scenic forest drive towards Gupteswar, a revered cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, located on the banks of the River Kolab. The route itself is breathtaking — winding roads, bamboo forests, and tribal villages along the way. The Gupteswar Cave Temple sits inside a natural limestone cave and holds deep spiritual significance for the tribal communities. The temple is peaceful, with cool interiors and sacred chants echoing through its chambers. You’ll also explore the surrounding nature trails, home to rare birds, butterflies, and forest flowers. Enjoy a light picnic or tea break under the canopy before returning to your hotel by evening. Overnight stay in Koraput.

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This is the cultural highlight of the tour. After an early breakfast, head towards Onukudelli, home to the iconic Thursday tribal market (only on Thursdays). This market draws indigenous tribes like the Bonda, Gadaba, and Didayi, who descend from forest villages wearing traditional jewelry and vibrant clothes. It’s a rare chance to observe tribal barter systems, shop for handicrafts, and interact (respectfully) with these communities through your local guide. After soaking in the culture, proceed to the majestic Duduma Waterfalls, a 157-meter high twin fall located on the Machkund River. The view is spectacular, and the natural surroundings are ideal for peaceful moments, group photos, and packed lunch. By evening, drive back to your stay in Koraput. Overnight stay.

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On the final day, rise early and drive to Deomali, the highest peak in Odisha at 1,672 meters above sea level. The summit offers stunning panoramic views of misty hills, valleys, and scattered tribal hamlets. Enjoy the tranquility and take memorable photos at sunrise. After a light breakfast, check out and transfer to Koraput Railway Station for your return journey — filled with stories of nature, heritage, and tribal legacy.

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