3-Day Adventure Itinerary in Pondicherry

  1. Day 1: Auroville Ashram
    10 minutes (5.6 km) from Pondicherry City Centre

    Start your adventure in Pondicherry by visiting the Auroville Ashram, a unique international community known for its sustainable living and spiritual practices. Take a tour of the peaceful community and learn about their artistic and cultural projects. End the day with a relaxing yoga or meditation session.

  2. Day 2: Scuba Diving at Paradise Beach
    45 minutes (12 km) from Auroville Ashram

    Get ready for an exciting adventure by taking a scuba diving session at Paradise Beach, home to a serene marine ecosystem. Scuba diving here gives you a chance to spot a variety of colourful fish, shells and coral reefs. End the day by watching the sunset and enjoying a bonfire at the beach.

  3. Day 3: Trek to Gingee Fort
    2 hours 20 minutes (70.6 km) from Paradise Beach

    For the last day of your adventure itinerary, take an early morning drive to the Gingee Fort. Start your trek to the top of the hill and be awed by the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The fort’s structures, comprising temples, mosques, granaries, and interconnected arches that are built on the top of the three hills, are some of the best examples of Vijayanagara architecture. Once you reach the top of the fort, you'll be rewarded with panoramic views, including a bird's eye view of the fort’s layout and surrounding landscape.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Auroville Ashram (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Scuba Diving at Paradise Beach (4-5 hours, INR 4500)
  • Trek to Gingee Fort (6-7 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (INR 4500)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the Pondicherry Museum to learn about the French colonial history of Pondicherry, or take a stroll in the Promenade Beach area. You can also visit Bharati Government Park for an early morning jog; it also has a botanical garden with a variety of exotic plants. If you have less time, skip the trek or scuba diving or incorporate it into your other days of the itinerary.

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