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Trivandrum to Varkala Cliff Day Trip

Thiruvananthapuram · Varkala

Varkala is unusual: a red laterite cliff running along the sea with a path on top, cafés and shops on one side and a long beach below. It is also a pilgrimage town, with the Janardhana Swamy temple, said to be around two thousand years old, and the Sivagiri Mutt of the social reformer Sree Narayana Guru. A mineral spring is reputed near the cliff base.

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Duration
2
Destinations
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Planned days
1–8
Travellers
₹2,800
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  • Easy
  • English, Hindi, Malayalam
  • Pickup included
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Your itinerary

A 1-day route through Thiruvananthapuram, Varkala.

01

Varkala cliff — the only cliff beach in Kerala

02

Janardhana Swamy temple

03

Sivagiri Mutt

04

Papanasam beach

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    Morning drive to Varkala. Walk the north cliff path, visit the Janardhana Swamy temple and the Sivagiri Mutt, and time on Papanasam beach. Lunch on the cliff, evening return to Trivandrum.

    Varkala north cliffJanardhana Swamy TempleSivagiri MuttPapanasam beach

Itineraries are indicative and may be re-sequenced for weather, road or permit conditions.

The detail

What's included

What's included

  • Private air-conditioned car with driver for the day
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop

Not included

  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Travel insurance
The specification

Additional information

Everything the operator has confirmed about how this trip runs.

Duration
1 day
Group size
1–8 travellers
Difficulty
Easy
Start time
08:00
Guide languages
English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
Pickup
Included
Confirmation
Instant
Customisable
Yes, on request
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Before you go

Good to know

Things to carry

  • Swimwear and towel
  • Sun protection
  • Comfortable shoes for the cliff path
  • Cash for the cliff cafés

Important notes

The water at Papanasam has a strong undertow; swim with care and near lifeguards.,The cliff path is uneven in places.

Questions

Frequently asked

Papanasam beach has lifeguards but a strong undertow. Stay between the flags.

Why book with us

Flexible cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil

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1 day covering Thiruvananthapuram, Varkala. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with dates and a firm quote.

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