Talakona is a spectacular waterfall and forest reserve located in the Sri Venkateswara National Park in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, near Nerabailu village. Cascading down from a height of 270 feet, it is the highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh, surrounded by dense forests rich in medicinal plants and rare wildlife like the Golden Gecko.
It is the premier forest and waterfall destination in Southern Andhra Pradesh, offering beautiful canopy walks, forest trekking, and natural rock pool bathing.
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Forest entry fee
Time
2 hours
Cost
₹30.00–₹50.00
Effort
Easy
Rope canopy walk ticket
Time
1 hour
Cost
₹50.00–₹100
Effort
Easy
Ancient Shiva temple
Time
1 hour
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.
Busiest months — book stays & transport early.
Quietest window with the lowest prices.
From Tirupati, drive west via Bakarapet towards Nerabailu village. The road winds through the scenic Seshachalam forest ranges.