City of Koraput

Koraput lies in the green, undulating highlands of southern Odisha, a world away from the temple towns of the coast. This is a region of mist-wrapped hills, terraced valleys, coffee plantations and dense forest, where the air is cool and the landscapes open and unspoilt. For travellers seeking the road less taken, it is a quietly magical discovery.

The area is best known for its rich tribal heritage. Koraput and its surrounds are home to a remarkable mosaic of indigenous communities, each with distinctive customs, dress, music and craft traditions. The weekly tribal markets are the beating heart of local life, vivid gatherings where produce, handicrafts and centuries-old ways of living are still very much alive.

There is much to see beyond the markets. The hilltop Sri Gupteswar shrine, the impressive Duduma waterfall, the tribal museum and the gardens and temples around the town all reward the curious, while the celebrated Eastern Ghats scenery, with its viewpoints and forest tracts, makes simply travelling through the region a pleasure in itself.

A visit calls for an open and respectful spirit. Time spent here is about gentle immersion, meeting artisans and farmers, sharing in the warmth of village hospitality and savouring the slower rhythms of highland life. Accompanied by sensitive local guides, our guests engage with tribal culture thoughtfully and authentically.

We include Koraput for travellers who wish to look beyond the famous monuments and encounter Odisha's living cultures and wilder landscapes. It adds depth, contrast and genuine adventure to a tour, revealing an India that few visitors ever see and many remember most fondly of all.