The Durgam Cheruvu lake is spread over an area of 63 acre and is surrounded by hills of the Deccan Plateau.This secret lake is now a haven for visitors with boating facilities, quietitude and fishing activity with a Restaurant.  This lake once served as a drinking water source to the Golconda Fort. Pedal boating, camping, and trekking facilities are available. A cafeteria as well as a refreshment center are located on its banks. Today it is one of the seven wonders of Hyderabad. Boating and water sports are a regular feature in the Hussainsagar.

The lake was originally excavated by Hussain Shah Wali during the time of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah in 1562 A.D.  Durgam Cheruvu Lake attracts several tourists from round the world that provide opportunities for pedal boating, camping and trekking. A cafeteria and refreshment center is opened close to the banks of the Durgam Cheruvu Lake. Boats are even rented for film shooting, with 4-seated pedal boat carrying a price range of about Rs. 2500.00 per day while a water scooter might cost you somewhere around Rs.3000.00 per day.

The Deccan region remains parched rest of the 365 days in the year. The rainfall is stored and utilized for economic needs when and where required. The ‘Secret Lake’ is situated close to Shilparamam Crafts Village and Hitec City, behind Jubilee Hills. AP Tourism organizes boating in the lake. The shields of granite rocks around here are said to be only one of its kind in entire Asia that date back to more than 2,500 million years and attract nature and rock lovers from all over. The Lake has been developed as a major tourist attraction in the Hyderabad city by the AP Tourism Department.