4-Day Adventure Itinerary: Vagamon, Varkala and Poovar

  1. Day 1: Vagamon
    2 hours (58 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your adventure at Vagamon, a hill station known for its green meadows, pine forests, and waterfalls. Take a Trek in the dense forests of Vagamon to reach the famous Mottakunnu viewpoint and relish the stunning bird's eye view of the town. After lunch, head to the Vagamon Meadows for Paragliding to feel the breeze and enjoy the scenic beauty of the hilly terrain. End your day with a relaxing dip in the Vagamon Lake.

  2. Day 2: Varkala
    4.5 hours (137 km) from Vagamon

    Relax and rejuvenate at the beautiful seaside town Varkala. Take a dip in the Papanasam Beach, famous for natural mineral water springs. Check out the Janardhana Swamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Trek the Varkala Cliff to reach the Sivagiri Mutt ashram, dedicated to the social reformer Sree Narayana Guru. End your day at the Edava beach, a secluded and peaceful beach in Varkala.

  3. Day 3: Poovar
    1.5 hours (35 km) from Varkala

    Poovar is known for its serene backwaters, golden sand beaches, and the estuary where the Neyyar River meets the Arabian Sea. Take a canoe tour through the backwaters followed by a visit to the Golden Sand Beach. Head to Kovalam Beach for some surfing lessons and shop for trinkets and ornaments on the Lighthouse Beach. Relish a sunset dinner on a floating restaurant at the Poovar Island Resort.

  4. Day 4: Departure
    22 mins (17 km) from Poovar

    Departure from the Trivandrum International Airport, bidding adieu to the beautiful landscapes and serene surroundings.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Mottakunnu Viewpoint trek (2 hours, $10)
  • Paragliding in Vagamon Meadows (2 hours, $50)
  • Entry to Sivagiri Mutt ashram (1 hour, $5)
  • Backwaters canoe tour in Poovar (2 hours, $30)
  • Surfing lesson on Kovalam beach (1 hour, $15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $110

Useful Tips

If you have an extra day, Visit the Periyar National Park in Thekkady and go for a jungle safari to spot some exotic species of animals. If you want to shorten the trip, Consider cutting out a day from Poovar or Kovalam Beach. If you are traveling with kids, consider visiting the Wonderla Amusement Park near Vagamon.

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