Rest of Odisha · Highest peak in Odisha (1,672 m)
Deomali Peak
The roof of Odisha in the Eastern Ghats near Koraput — rolling meadows, coffee plantations, cloud-draped valleys and tribal hamlets, perfect for camping and paragliding.
History & legend
Deomali sits in the Chandragiri–Pottangi subrange of the Eastern Ghats, an ancient landmass older than the Himalayas, formed over 1,500 million years ago. The hills are home to the Paraja, Gadaba and Kandha tribes whose megalithic burial stones and Dongria settlements dot the slopes. British surveyors mapped the peak in the 19th century; the area was a pocket of the Jeypore zamindari kingdom and later of Koraput district, carved out in 1936 when Odisha became a separate province.
Timings
Open all day · road closes after dark
Best time to visit
October–February (clear skies, cold nights)
Entry fee
Free · camping ₹1,000–2,500 per tent
Approx. cab from Puri (one way)
₹12,500 · 500 km × ₹25/km
Don't miss
- Summit sunrise above clouds
- Koraput coffee estates
- Paragliding (seasonal)
- Tribal weekly markets nearby
Local tip: Carry warm layers — nights drop below 10°C. Fuel up at Koraput; there are no shops on the hill.
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