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3-Day Itinerary for Poovar Island in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Poovar Island Beach
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from Poovar Jn.

    In the morning, enjoy a peaceful walk or swim at the Poovar Island Beach. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Kovalam Beach for some water sports. In the evening, take a boat ride along the Poovar Backwaters to enjoy the beautiful sunset.

  2. Day 2: Padmanabhapuram Palace
    1 hour (30 km) from Poovar Island

    In the morning, visit the Padmanabhapuram Palace, a well-preserved wooden palace that was once the residence of the Travancore kings. In the afternoon, explore the nearby Kanyakumari beach and Vivekananda Rock Memorial. In the evening, return to Poovar Island and relax at the resort.

  3. Day 3: Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 20 minutes (40 km) from Poovar Island

    In the morning, head to the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary and spot animals like elephants, tigers, and deer. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Agastya Mala Peak for a scenic trek. In the evening, return to Poovar Island and enjoy a farewell dinner at the resort.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, check out the Vizhinjam Lighthouse, the Hawa Beach, and the Thirparappu Waterfalls. For a side trip, consider visiting the Alleppey Backwaters. To maximize your fun, hire a bicycle and explore the island or try some local cuisine like Puttu, Appam, and Fish Curry. Don't forget to carry sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to beat the heat.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Poovar Island Beach (3 hours, free)
  • Kovalam Beach (3 hours, ₹500 for water sports)
  • Boat ride along Poovar Backwaters (1 hour, ₹300)
  • Padmanabhapuram Palace (3 hours, ₹250)
  • Kanyakumari beach and Vivekananda Rock Memorial (3 hours, ₹300)
  • Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, ₹200 for entry ticket and ₹200 for guide)
  • Agastya Mala Peak (4 hours, free)
  • Farewell dinner at resort (2 hours, ₹1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹2750
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