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Varkala: Beaches, Temples, and Elephant Encounters

Aakash Nair

Aakash Nair

4 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey to Varkala, Kerala, India. Discover the stunning beachside cliffs, ancient temples, black sand beaches, and get up close with majestic elephants. Join me as I explore the wonders of Varkala!

Trip to Varkala

Day 1Cliffside Bliss and Aquatic Wonders
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$5

Black Beach Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

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Varkala Beachside Cliff
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Varkala Helipad
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Varkala Aquarium
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
Day 2Temples, Forts, and Black Sand Beaches
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$0

Black Beach Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Sri Janardanaswamy Temple
Tranquil Hindu temple with colorful carvings, shrines & a dramatic wall of lanterns.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Anjuthengu Fort
British-built stronghold from the 1690s, with high laterite walls overlooking the Indian Ocean.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
39 - 47 min

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The Black Sand Beach Varkala
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Serenity at Kappil Beach
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$0

Black Beach Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Kappil Beach
Surrounded by coconut trees, this sandy beach is located at a point where the sea & lake meet.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 4Relaxation and Sunsets at Varkala Beach
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$0

Black Beach Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Varkala Beach
Set amid large cliffs with natural springs, this scenic beach's waters are said to wash away sins.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 5Elephant Encounters and Cliffside Delights
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$10

Black Beach Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Kaveri Elephant Park
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
33 - 40 min

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Varkala cliff
Unique red sandstone cliff formations by the Arabian Sea with steps leading to a popular beach.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $15 In total

Activities & Food:$15