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Hyderabad to Srisailam

Ride through the dense Nallamala Forest on this thrilling 2-day motorcycle trip from Hyderabad to Srisailam. Be aware of recent forest fires in the Nallamala region, with some areas along the Srisailam-Hyderabad road affected. Exercise caution and check local advisories. Experience the famous Octopus Viewpoint, the massive Srisailam Dam, and the spiritual aura of the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga. Perfect for solo riders seeking smooth highways, forest ghats, and wildlife encounters.

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Verified on: 19 March 2026
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Status: Active
Roads: Good

Day 1: Hyderabad → Srisailam

📍 225 km⏱️ 5-6 hours

6:00 AM - Start from Hyderabad (ORR)

Start early to exit the city via ORR Exit 14 (Tukkuguda) towards Srisailam Highway. Fuel up at the Indian Oil bunk near the exit.

0 km

8:00 AM - Breakfast at Atithi Food Land, Amangal

Popular biker stop on NH765. Enjoy hot Idli, Wada, or Dosa. Clean washrooms available.

60 km

9:30 AM - Stop at Dindi Reservoir

A quick scenic stop by the reservoir. You can walk up to the embankment for photos.

105 km

11:00 AM - Enter Nallamala Forest (Mannanur)

Reach Mannanur Checkpost. Pay the small environmental fee. Enter the tiger reserve zone.

135 km

⚠️ Strict speed limits inside forest. Do not feed monkeys. Be aware of recent forest fires in the Nallamala region and exercise caution.

12:30 PM - Octopus Viewpoint

Take the diversion 5km before Domalapenta. Witness the spectacular view of Krishna River looking like an octopus.

175 km

2:00 PM - Arrive Srisailam

Cross the massive Srisailam Dam and reach the temple town. Check into Haritha Hotel or Devasthanam cottages.

225 km

⚠️ Ghat road descent to the dam has sharp hairpin bends.

Day 2: Srisailam → Hyderabad

📍 225 km⏱️ 5-6 hours

6:00 AM - Temple Darshan

Early morning darshan of Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy (Jyotirlinga). Book special entry tickets online to save time.

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10:00 AM - Patalganga & Ropeway

Take the ropeway down to Patalganga (Krishna River) for a coracle ride or a holy dip.

2 km

12:00 PM - Start Return Journey

Begin the ride back. Cross the dam and climb up the ghats towards Domalapenta.

10 km

⚠️ Ensure you cross the forest checkpost before sunset to be safe. Note: For Ugadi celebrations (April 9, 2026), the Dornala-Srisailam Ghat Road will be temporarily open at night. Check local advisories for specific dates.

2:00 PM - Lunch at Kalwakurthy

Stop for a meal at one of the highway restaurants near Kalwakurthy bypass.

130 km

5:00 PM - Reach Hyderabad

Enter via ORR Tukkuguda. End of trip.

225 km

💰 Cost Breakdown

Fuel1400
Accommodation₹1,000 - ₹2,500
Food₹1,000 - ₹2,000
Activities₹200 - ₹1,000
Estimated Total₹3,600 - ₹6,900

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