Begin your day with a visit to Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In the morning, explore the ancient rock-cut caves and temples, such as the Pancha Rathas and the Varaha Cave Temple. In the afternoon, head to the Shore Temple and enjoy the stunning views of the Bay of Bengal. In the evening, take a stroll on the beach and watch the sunset.
Spend a day hiking in the beautiful Nagalapuram Hills. In the morning, start your trek from the base of the hills and hike up to the Nagalapuram Falls. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the falls before hiking back down. In the evening, visit the Sri Vedanarayana Swamy Temple in Nagalapuram and witness the daily ritual ceremonies.
Get your adrenaline pumping with some water sports in Covelong. In the morning, go surfing at Covelong Point and try your hand at stand-up paddleboarding. In the afternoon, head to the Covelong Beach and go kitesurfing and windsurfing. In the evening, relax at the beach and enjoy a seafood dinner.
Explore the beautiful Pulicat Lake on foot. In the morning, start your trek from the Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary and hike to the Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary. Keep an eye out for flamingos, pelicans, and other migratory birds. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on the lake and visit the Dutch Fort. In the evening, enjoy a scenic drive back to Chennai.
For more adventure, consider a day trip to Kodaikanal and go rock climbing and rappelling. To maximize your fun, plan your itinerary around the full moon and go night kayaking in the backwaters of Pulicat Lake.