Start your adventure from Chennai to Pondicherry via the scenic East Coast Road (ECR). The road takes you alongside the Bay of Bengal, offering stunning vistas of the sea and thick vegetation on the other side. Take frequent stops to savour the local cuisines and click Instagram-worthy pictures. You can stop by the Crocodile Bank for an encounter with the reptilian species; see the statuesque Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram and relax amid the panoramic views of the Bay at Sadras Dutch Fort. Reconnect with nature and get enthralled on ECR.
Auroville is an experimental township located on the outskirts of Pondicherry. This place was established to promote international understanding, peace, and harmony with nature. Spend your day at Auroville experiencing peace, spirituality, and an alternative way of life. You can also participate in pottery, yoga, or meditation classes. Enhance your adventure more by trying scuba diving at the serenity of the Bay; making it a thrilling experience. Feel the thrill as you peel back the layers of crystal clear waters and witness the mysteries of the underwater world, all the while supervised by experts.
For those with more time, we suggest exploring the French Colony of Pondicherry. Accommodation and local transportation are relatively cheaper in Pondicherry than other prominent tourist hotspots in India. One can plan for camping, trekking and various adventurous activities at places like the Rock Beach and Botanical Garden. If you have less time, we recommend keeping a day aside only to hit Auroville and indulge in spirituality and adventure.