Chaparai Water Cascade
Chaparai
Streams cascade in tiers down a wide, flat rock bed, forming natural water slides and the most popular picnic and splash spot near Araku.
Chaparai lies near Dumbriguda, about 15 kilometers from Araku town. The stream forms several small cascades over a broad expanse of gentle rock, where you can sit on the stones and play in the water. Locals often come here for picnics. Nearby vendors sell bamboo chicken and snacks. When the rainy season brings strong currents, take care and keep away from deep pools. Chaparai is usually visited on the way to other sites in Araku or en route to Paderu. Plan about an hour, and the entry fee is very low.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Araku Coffee Museum
- Araku Tribal Museum
- Padmapuram Gardens
- Vistadome Train & Shimiliguda Station
- Galikonda Viewpoint
- Katiki Waterfalls
- Matsyagundam
- Ananthagiri Coffee Plantations