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Ananthagiri Hills (Vikarabad)
Telangana 679m⚡ Easy
Best Time
July to February (Monsoon is lush & misty)
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★★
Solo Friendly
Family
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Ananthagiri Hills in Vikarabad district is Telangana’s favorite weekend forest hill station, located just 75 km from Hyderabad. Source of the sacred Musi River, Ananthagiri features dense teak forests, ancient Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Kotepally Reservoir kayaking, and scenic forest trekking trails.
💡Why Visit?
Visit Ananthagiri Hills for a quick green nature escape from Hyderabad, kayaking & boating at Kotepally Reservoir, forest trekking trails, and visiting the cave temple of Anantha Padmanabha Swamy.
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Quick Facts
RegionTelangana
CountryIndia
Altitude679m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget Stay₹1,500/night
Budget Food₹250/day
PermitNot Required
💎 Hidden Gems Nearby
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Park
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Water park
Wild Waters - Water & Amusement Theme Park - Hyderabad
4.113,705 reviews· 28.8 km
Tourist attraction
Ananthagiri Hills Viewpoint
4.29,565 reviews· 1 km
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Experium
4.32,702 reviews· 35.6 km
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Daisy dale farm park & Resort
4.13,671 reviews· 36.2 km
Tourist attraction
Kotapally Check Dam
4.12,473 reviews· 12.7 km
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Activities
Kotepally Reservoir Kayaking & Water Activities
Time
2 hours
Cost
₹200–₹500
Effort
Easy
Ananthagiri Forest Trekking Trail Walk
Time
2 hours
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple Visit
Time
1 hour
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
🌡️ Weather & Best Time
Best months: Jan, Feb, Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Jul · Monsoon Rain
Temperate/Subtropical climate with annual temperatures between 21°C and 31°C.
Temperature range (°C)
Jul
🌧️Monsoon Rain
🌡️
Temperature22° – 28°C
💧
Rainfall279mm
💡Okay
💡Heavy rain — carry gear
Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo
When to Visit
💸Best Value
DecJanFebMar
Crowds Moderate Prices Mid
Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.
🔥Peak Season
JulAugSepOctNov
Crowds High on weekends Prices Mid
Busiest months — book stays & transport early.
🌙Off Season
AprMay
Crowds Low Prices Budget
Quietest window with the lowest prices.
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How to Reach
Nearest Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Hyderabad (HYD)
80 km · 1.8 hours
Nearest Railway Station
Vikarabad Junction (VKB)
6 km · 10 mins
Nearest Bus Stand
Vikarabad Bus Stand
5 km · 10 mins
Drive from Hyderabad (75 km, ~1.5 hours) via Chevella road.
Local Transport
Cab / Taxi
₹1,800 – ₹3,000/day
Auto Rickshaw
Local Bus
TSRTC buses link Hyderabad (Mehdipatnam) to Vikarabad.
Walking
Where to Stay
🎒 Deluxe
₹1,500/night
- Haritha Hill Resort Ananthagiri (TSTDC)
- Vikarabad Homestays
🏨 Premium
₹3,000/night
- Grasswalk Jungle Camp Vikarabad
- Deccan Trails Eco Resort
✨ Luxury
₹8,000/night
- The Wilderness Retreat Ananthagiri
⛺ Camping available · ₹1,000/night
Local Cuisine
⭐ Telangana Spicy Chicken Curry & Ricelocal
⭐ Hyderabadi Biryani & Mirchi Salanrestaurant
⭐ Hot Roasted Corn & Tea at Viewpointstreet
Travel Tips
- Visit Kotepally Reservoir early morning for calm water kayaking.
- Ideal 1-night weekend trip from Hyderabad.
Things to carry
Trekking shoesSunscreen & hatCameraChange of clothes
Common questions about Ananthagiri Hills (Vikarabad)
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