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3-Day Adventure Itinerary in Pondicherry for September 2023

  1. Day 1: Scuba Diving at Romain Rolland Library Beach
    25 minutes (8.3 km) from Pondicherry Airport

    Start your adventure trip by heading to Romain Rolland Library Beach for an exhilarating scuba diving experience. You will be amazed by the stunning coral reefs, schools of fish and other marine life. After spending the morning underwater, head to Le Cafe for a scrumptious lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Promenade Beach for some beach volleyball and surfing. In the evening, explore the Botanical Garden and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

  2. Day 2: Trekking at Ousteri Lake
    20 minutes (7 km) from Romain Rolland Library Beach

    Start your day with a trekking experience at the picturesque Ousteri Lake. Enjoy the scenic views of the lake nestled amidst lush greenery. After the trek, visit the Chunnambar Boathouse for some kayaking and canoeing in the backwaters. Have lunch at Surguru Restaurant and then head to Auroville to explore the unique community. In the evening, visit the Auroville Beach for a breathtaking sunset view.

  3. Day 3: Rock Climbing at Sadhana Forest
    20 minutes (6.2 km) from Ousteri Lake

    Start your final day by going rock climbing at Sadhana Forest, an eco-friendly community and reforestation project. After an exciting morning, have lunch at Tanto Pizzeria and then head to Serenity Beach for some beach trekking. In the evening, visit the French Quarter for some shopping and sightseeing. End your day by indulging in some delectable French cuisine at Villa Shanti.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, which is an important spiritual destination in Pondicherry. If you want to explore more beaches, visit the Paradise Beach and Karaikal Beach. You can also consider taking a day trip to Mahabalipuram to see the UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient temples and sculptures. To maximize your fun, try out more adventure activities such as parasailing, jet skiing and windsurfing.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Scuba Diving at Romain Rolland Library Beach (3 hours, INR 5,000)
  • Le Cafe (1 hour, INR 800)
  • Promenade Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Botanical Garden (1.5 hours, INR 50)
  • Trekking at Ousteri Lake (3 hours, INR 1,000)
  • Chunnambar Boathouse (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Auroville (2 hours, free)
  • Auroville Beach (1.5 hours, free)
  • Sadhana Forest (3 hours, INR 1,500)
  • Tanto Pizzeria (1 hour, INR 600)
  • Serenity Beach (2 hours, free)
  • French Quarter (2 hours, free)
  • Villa Shanti (1.5 hours, INR 1,500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,750

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