About APTDC

Established in 1976, APTDC is a Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Tourism, Government of Andhra Pradesh. Its motto, "Everything's possible!", reflects its commitment to creating diverse and enriching tourism experiences.

APTDC plays a pivotal role in showcasing Andhra Pradesh's rich historical and natural heritage, including its scenic locations, pristine beaches, reservoirs, and lush forest areas. The corporation aims to position Andhra Pradesh as a premier tourism hub both nationally and globally.

Objectives and Vision

Driving Tourism Growth and Sustainable Development

The core objectives of APTDC, in line with the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Policy 2024-2029 (Swarna Andhra Tourism Vision 2047), include:

• Positioning Andhra Pradesh: To become a premier tourism hub for India and the world, offering a diverse array of spiritual, coastal, ecological, adventure, and wellness experiences.
• Economic Growth: To develop and promote tourism as a key driver of economic growth, significantly increasing its contribution to the state's Gross Value Added (GVA) and employment generation.
• Infrastructure Development: To build world-class tourism infrastructure, including hotels, resorts, transport fleets, and amenities, ensuring seamless connectivity and well-equipped way-side facilities.
• Private Investment: To foster a robust ecosystem that encourages private investment growth by streamlining approval processes, offering incentives, and implementing investor-friendly policies.
• Sustainable Tourism: To advocate for sustainable and responsible tourism practices to safeguard the state's natural and cultural heritage.
• Branding & Marketing: To implement strategic branding and marketing initiatives to effectively promote Andhra Pradesh as a preferred tourism destination.
• Community Empowerment: To empower local communities through tourism-related activities and employment opportunities.

Services Offered by APTDC

Enhancing the Tourist Experience

APTDC provides a wide range of services to facilitate travel and enhance the experience for tourists visiting Andhra Pradesh:

• Accommodation: Manages and operates a chain of "Haritha" hotels and resorts at popular tourist destinations across the state, including:
  • Bhavani Island, Vijayawada (Haritha Resort)
  • Suryalanka Beach Resort
  • Araku Valley (Haritha Valley Resort, Ananthagiri Haritha Resort, Tyda Haritha Jungle Bells)
  • Dindi Coconut Country Resort
  • Srisailam Haritha Resort
  • Gandikota Haritha Hotel
  • Mahanandi Haritha Hotel
  • Nellore Haritha Hotel
  • Lambasingi Haritha Resort
• Tour Packages: Offers a variety of curated tour packages covering Heritage, Nature, Adventure, Health, and Rural tourism. These packages often include transportation, accommodation, meals, and sightseeing. Popular packages include:
  • Araku Valley by Road (Day Tour)
  • Vizag City Tour (AC/Non-AC)
  • Visakhapatnam to Papikondalu (Boat Cruise)
  • Pilgrimage tours to Tirupati, Srikalahasti, etc.
  • Inter-state packages to nearby tourist destinations.
• Transportation: Maintains a diverse fleet of vehicles, including hi-tech coaches, Volvo coaches, mini-vehicles, and Qualis, for comfortable and reliable transportation for tour packages and custom bookings.
• Boating Services: Operates boating services at various locations like Nagarjuna Sagar and Papikondalu, providing scenic river cruises.
• Online Booking: Facilitates online booking for hotels, resorts, and tour packages through its official website.
• Information & Assistance: Provides tourist information and assistance through its offices located in major cities within Andhra Pradesh (Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Tirupati) and other metro cities (Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Delhi). A toll-free helpline is also available.

Key Initiatives & Focus Areas

Promoting Diverse Tourism Segments

APTDC focuses on developing and promoting various tourism segments to cater to diverse interests:

• Spiritual Tourism: Leveraging the state's rich temple heritage, including Tirumala (Tirupati), Srisailam, and other ancient temples.
• Coastal Tourism: Developing pristine beaches like Suryalanka and promoting beach circuits.
• Eco-Tourism: Promoting nature-based tourism in areas like Araku Valley, Tyda, and other forest regions.
• Adventure Tourism: Encouraging activities like trekking, boating, and exploring natural landscapes.
• MICE Tourism: Promoting Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions by developing suitable infrastructure.
• Heritage Tourism: Showcasing historical sites and cultural heritage.
• Cruise Tourism: Developing river and potentially sea-based cruise experiences.

The corporation is also working on upgrading existing properties and developing new tourism infrastructure through Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models.