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8 Days in Varkala: Beaches, Forts, and Culinary Delights

Karthik Ganesh

Karthik Ganesh

13 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Varkala, Kerala, India. Discover ancient forts, pristine beaches, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Join me as I explore the hidden gems of this coastal paradise.

Trip to Varkala

Day 1Exploring Moongode Church Ground and South Cliff Varkala Town
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$8

Kerala Bamboo House

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Moongode Church Ground
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Myna park
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Anjuthengu Fort
British-built stronghold from the 1690s, with high laterite walls overlooking the Indian Ocean.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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South Cliff Varkala Town
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Mamma Chompas Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 2Serenity at Ponnumthuruthu and Varkala Cliff
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$14

Kerala Bamboo House

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Ponnumthuruthu
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$10
21 - 26 min

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Varkala cliff
Unique red sandstone cliff formations by the Arabian Sea with steps leading to a popular beach.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Oottupura
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 3Sun, Sand, and Sea at Paravur Beach and The Black Sand Beach Varkala
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$24

Kerala Bamboo House

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Paravur Beach
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Odayam Beach Varkala
Serene public beach situated near a resort with picturesque views and a serene atmosphere.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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The Black Sand Beach Varkala
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Darjeeling Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 4Tranquility at Kappil Beach and Manthara Cliff
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$24

Kerala Bamboo House

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 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
11 - 14 min

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Manthara cliff
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Darjeeling Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 5Surfing Adventures at Edava Beach Varkala and Moon Waves Surf School
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$58

Kerala Bamboo House

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Edava Beach Varkala
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Moon Waves Surf School
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$50
8 - 10 min

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Varkala Janardhanam Mandapam
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Mamma Chompas Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 6Spirituality at Sri Janardanaswamy Temple and Seashore South Cliff
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$8

Kerala Bamboo House

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 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
7 - 10 min

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Seashore South Cliff
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Mamma Chompas Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 7Thrilling CanFly Adventure and Relaxation at Aaliyirakkam Beach
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$133

Kerala Bamboo House

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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CanFly Adventure
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$100
9 - 11 min

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Aaliyirakkam Beach
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
6 - 8 min

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Mamma Chompas Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 8Farewell to Varkala at Aaliyirakkm Beach
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$33

Kerala Bamboo House

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Aaliyirakkm Beach
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
7 - 9 min

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Mamma Chompas Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $302 In total

Activities & Food:$302