Thrilling 3-Day Adventure in Erode and Varkala

  1. Day 1: Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach & Fort St. Angelo
    From Erode to Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach: 276km, 6h drive

    Start your day with an exhilarating drive at the Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, the only drive-in beach in India. After a thrilling drive, head to Fort St. Angelo, a 16th-century fort that played an important role in the Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial history. Take a guided tour of the fort to learn more about its history and explore the old cathedral.

  2. Day 2: Varkala Beach & Paragliding Experience
    From Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach to Varkala Beach: 389km, 7h drive

    Visit the gorgeous Varkala Beach, known for its serene surroundings and golden sands. Take in the stunning views of the cliffs and go for a swim or sunbathe on the beach. For a thrilling adventure, go for a tandem paragliding experience and soar above the picturesque coastline.

  3. Day 3: White Water Rafting & Varkala Lighthouse
    From Varkala Beach to Erode: 350km, 8h drive

    Start your day with an exciting white water rafting experience in the roaring waters of the Chalipuzha River, with stunning views of the surrounding forests and hills. After an adrenalin-packed morning, visit the Varkala Lighthouse for panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and the red cliffs. End your adventure-filled trip with a breathtaking view of the sunset from the lighthouse.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach (2h, free)
  • Fort St. Angelo (1.5h, INR 50 per person)
  • Varkala Beach (2h, free)
  • Paragliding Experience (1h, INR 4000 per person)
  • White Water Rafting (2.5h, INR 1500 per person)
  • Varkala Lighthouse (1.5h, INR 20 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 5550 per person

Useful tips:

If you have more time, consider visiting other popular spots in Erode, such as the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary or the Silent Valley National Park. Alternatively, you could spend an extra night in Varkala and go for a snorkelling or scuba diving experience. If you have less time, consider skipping the paragliding or rafting experiences, and spend more time exploring Varkala or Erode.

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