Blessed with the turquoise waters of the Arabian Sea, Varkala has some noteworthy beaches such as the Papanasam Beach and the Kappil Beach. Relax under the palm trees on the golden sands, get a relaxing Ayurvedic spa, and take a dip in the sea. You can take a surfing lesson and even indulge in paragliding for an aerial view of Varkala's coastline.
Enjoy the scenic charm of Varkala by exploring the Anjengo Fort and the Janardana Swamy Temple. Get awestruck by the splendid architecture of Janardana Swamy temple and learn about its mythology. Get a sense of its history by exploring the intricate tunnels and wells at Anjengo Fort.
Take a pleasant retreat to Ponmudi hills and trek along its hills or hop on from one hill station to another and relish the beauty of the lush-green surroundings. Visit the Agasthyarkoodam peak and discover the flora and fauna of Western Ghats while you hike. You can spend your evening on a boat ride to Peppara dam and enjoy the sunset while observing the dam's surroundings.
If you have extra time, you can visit the Thiruvambady beach which is tranquil or Kovalam if you want to tackle the more adventurous beach parties.
If you have less time, you can skip beach exploration and stick to visiting the Janardana Swamy temple and Anjengo Fort only. Additionally, you can visit the Sivagiri Mutt located around 3 km from Varkala Beach.