About Varkala
Dramatic red laterite cliffs falling to a golden-sand beach, sunset cafés on the North Cliff promenade, traditional Ayurveda spas and the 2,000-year-old Janardhanaswamy Temple — Varkala is Kerala's most distinctive beach destination, perfect for couples and wellness travellers.
Tour Highlights
- ✦North Cliff sunset & cafés
- ✦Papanasam Beach holy dip
- ✦Janardhanaswamy Temple
- ✦Sivagiri Mutt
- ✦Ayurveda spa sessions
- ✦Kappil Lake backwater
Sample Itinerary
- Day 1Arrive Trivandrum, drive Varkala, evening North Cliff sunset.
- Day 2Papanasam Beach, Janardhanaswamy Temple, Sivagiri, Ayurveda spa.
- Day 3Kappil Lake backwater cruise, departure.
What's Included
- ✓Cliff-view resort with breakfast
- ✓AC cab ex-Trivandrum (50 km)
- ✓Half-day sightseeing
- ✓Ayurveda welcome session
- ✓On-trip support
Frequently Asked Questions
How to reach Varkala?
Trivandrum (50 km, 1 hr) is the nearest airport; Varkala also has its own railway station.
Is Varkala safe for solo female travellers?
Yes — Varkala has a long-established international traveller community and is one of Kerala's safest beach towns.
Best season for Ayurveda?
Monsoon (June–August) is traditionally the best for Ayurveda treatments; resorts run special packages.
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