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Tada FallsUbbalamdugu Falls
Do a day trek to Tada Falls, spend 4–5 h walking and return the same day; no overnight stay needed.
Tada Falls is a 10 km round‑trip trek in Andhra Pradesh, reachable by train or car from Chennai. The trail is rocky, with streams and a small Siva temple. Most visitors complete it in a half‑day and return to Sullurpeta or Chennai for the night.
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- Best months
- Aug–Dec
- avoid Mar–Jun
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- MAA
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Tada Falls112 ▾
- Police / all services112
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tada Falls, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyThe trek is safe for fit walkers; carry water, wear sturdy shoes, and avoid night travel on the unlit trail.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / all services (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMAA Chennai International Airport (≈ 95 km (59 mi), 2 h by car or train to Tada).MAA Chennai International Airport (≈ 59 mi (95 km), 2 h by car or train to Tada).
- Getting aroundTake a train from Chennai Central to Tada (every 2 h, last departure 20:30).Take a train from Chennai Central to Tada (every 2 h, last departure 8:30 PM).
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MAA Chennai International Airport (≈ 95 km (59 mi), 2 h by car or train to Tada)MAA Chennai International Airport (≈ 59 mi (95 km), 2 h by car or train to Tada)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
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38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Aug
Best
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Sep
Best
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Aug–Dec. Avoid: Mar–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (11 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tada Falls: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
Apr
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
7 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
9 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
10 rd
Jul
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
11 rd
Aug
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
11 rd
Sep
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
9 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Take a train from Chennai Central to Tada (every 2 h, last departure 20:30). From Tada town walk 20 km to the base camp; the rest of the trek is on foot. By car, follow NH‑5 via Redhills, cross the AP checkpost, then 60 km to Tada.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Sullurpeta
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h
Local bus or taxi from Tada town, about 30 min
Nearest town with lodges and food; good base for the trek.
Chennai
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h 30 min
Train from Chennai Central to Tada (every 2 h, last 20:30), then local transport 20 km (12 mi) to base campTrain from Chennai Central to Tada (every 2 h, last 8:30 PM), then local transport 20 km (12 mi) to base campTrain from Chennai Central to Tada (every 2 h, last 20:30), then local transport 12 mi (20 km) to base campTrain from Chennai Central to Tada (every 2 h, last 8:30 PM), then local transport 12 mi (20 km) to base camp
Major city, airport and onward connections.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Sullurpeta lodges
AC and non‑AC rooms, ~₹800 per night; closest accommodation to the falls
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹500–₹800 (≈ US$6–10) excl. bed
Trip budget
| No overnight stay (day‑trip only)2 × 3 nights × ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × ₹500 | ₹3,000 |
| Trip total≈ ₹500 per person per day, bed included | ₹3,000≈ US$35 |
Trek is completed in a half‑day; no accommodation needed.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Bottled water (500 ml) | ₹20–₹30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Snack (samosa, biscuits) | ₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Local tea | ₹10–₹20 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last train from Tada to Chennai leaves at 20:30; plan return accordingly.Last train from Tada to Chennai leaves at 8:30 PM; plan return accordingly.
- Trail is rocky and poorly signposted; bring sturdy shoes and water.
- Crossing streams can be slippery; remove shoes before wading.
Emergency numbers
- Police / all services
- 112
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Emergency
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Chennai → Tada (train): about ₹250 (≈ US$3) per person, 2 h (check)
- Taxi from Tada to base camp: ≈ ₹250 permit tax (check)
Say or show
- क्षमाप्रार्थी — Excuse me / Sorry (kshamaparthi)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- कितना है? — How much is it? (kitna hai?)
- पानी कहाँ है? — Where is the water source? (pani kahaan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tada Falls. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Aug–Dec · avoid Mar–Jun · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 1 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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