Dindi

 Andhra Pradesh Backwater- Dindi

Everyone heard about the beautiful picturesque of ‘God’s own country’ Kerala. But hardly any tourist has heard about another picturesque location tucked away among the swaying coconut groves on the banks of the river Godavari in Andhra Pradesh, which should also get similar title like Kerala.

On the banks of mighty river Godavari, the second largest in the country after Ganges, lies this small village called Dindi, in Malkipuram Mandal of East Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh. 

This pristine land of beauty with swaying coconut groves on a vast piece of land with water all around with waves lashing the shore, welcomes the tourists with lovely earthy fragrance. Thanks to computer technology, that the people are slowly coming to know about this place and visiting this place. No doubt this place is gaining popularity day by day amongst the tourists.

Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation is introducing many facilities for the tourists, to promote this place as a prominent tourist attraction.

For the comfortable stay, good food and for recreation, APTDC has started with Haritha Coconut Resort, which caters with all the needs and wants of the tourists. It has introduced Houseboat Cruises, which is becoming the main point of attraction for the tourists to visit this place along with the scenic beauty all around. 

This place is perfect for a relaxing weekend, away from the hustle-bustle of the city. Sailing down the stream and absorbing the beauty around makes you forget your tensions to a certain extent. This cruise will certainly give you the feeling of Kerala Backwaters.

There are Houseboats with fully air-conditioned 2 and 3 double bedrooms, which have attached bath and a sit out along with dining space on the deck. These boats can house a maximum of 12 people, where each bedroom accommodates 4 adults, if the number of members in the group is more than 4 then some surcharge amount will be charged. APTDC is very nicely taking care of these houseboats and the surroundings. The hospitality in the houseboats by the well trained attendants is given prime importance.

The cruise usually starts at 10 am, and sails along the winding tributaries of Godavari-Vynateyam and Vasista. It sails upstream to Rajolu and downstream to Narsapur town. The vegetarian breakfast and lunch are served on the boat, whereas dinner (veg or Non veg) is served on the island in a very ethnic style having a lingering taste of Andhra.

The tourists can stay in the boats anchored near the resort. After a daylong cruise on the boat, a pleasant scene of sun setting down over the western horizon and later gazing the stars coming out relaxes you completely.

So now pack your baggage and head for your destination Dindi in Andhra Pradesh for a relaxing weekend.

Accommodation:

For booking your stay in Dindi contact APTDC offices in your city. You can even book your stay in the private resorts, which are located close by to Haritha resort.

For further Information:

Telephone Numbers:

APTDC:  040-66746370

                  040-66745986

                  09848540371

Konaseema Tourism:  91-40-69998111, 91- 8008727111, 91-8008727222

Dindi Resorts:  08862-226662, 91- 9951355005

Getting There:

Dindi by train:

There are daily trains from Hyderabad, Chennai, Bhimavaram and Visakhapatnam to the nearest station to Dindi--Palakollu. From Palakollu you can go to Dindi by road.

Nearest stations are Palakollu and Narsapur.There are daily trains even for Narsapur from Hyderabad, Bhimavaram and Visakhapatnam.

Hyderabad to Dindi by road:

Hyderabad - Suryapet - Khammam - Ashwarapet - Kovvur - Rajahmundry - Amalapuram - Razole - Dindi.

This place is 30 to 35 Km from Bhimavaram, travelling from Bhimavaram to Dindi by private vehicle is preferable.

The Distance from
Hyderabad to Dindi:    373 Km
Rajahmundary to Dindi: 80 Km

Kakinada to Dindi: 74 Km

Dindi by air:

The nearest airport to Dindi is Rajahmundry airport.