Adventure in Pondicherry

  1. 9:00AM: Scuba Diving at Paradise Beach
    35 minutes (10km) from Pondicherry City Center

    Dive into the clear waters of Paradise Beach and experience a thrilling underwater adventure with a team of professional divers. Discover vibrant marine life and corals that will leave you mesmerized!

  2. 11:00AM: Kayaking at Chunnambar Boat House
    10 minutes (3km) from Paradise Beach

    Take a peaceful journey down the backwaters via kayaking. Experience the serene surroundings of Chunnambar, where the river meets the ocean, and paddling in the calm waters refreshes your soul.

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Le Dupleix
    20 minutes (7km) from Chunnambar Boat House

    Grab a bite of authentic and delicious French cuisine at Le Dupleix, located within a restored French mansion. Choose from an array of delicious seafood and vegetarian options, and enhance the South Indian-French connection in Pondicherry.

  4. 3:00PM: Surfing at Serenity Beach
    15 minutes (4km) from Le Dupleix

    Learn or polish your surfing skills on the waves of Serenity Beach. The beach has consistent and friendly waves suitable for both beginners and advanced surfers.

  5. 5:00PM: Sunset at Promenade Beach
    25 minutes (8km) from Serenity Beach

    End your thrilling day at Pondicherry's most popular beach. Enjoy the cool sea breeze, and soak in the vibrant colors of the sunset and delight your senses with picturesque views of the waves.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Scuba Diving at Paradise Beach (2 hours, INR 3,500)
  • Kayaking at Chunnambar Boat House (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Lunch at Le Dupleix (1 hour, INR 1,000)
  • Surfing at Serenity Beach (2 hours, INR 1,500)
  • Sunset at Promenade Beach (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 6,500

Useful tips

This itinerary is perfect for adventure seekers with a day to spare in Pondicherry. If you have more time, you can extend your beach time and add a visit to Auroville. If you have less time, you can skip some activities and instead explore Pondicherry's heritage sites like Sri Aurobindo Ashram or the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

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