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3-Day Adventure Itinerary in Chennai

  1. Day 1: Trekking at Yelagiri Hills
    3 hours (156 km) from Chennai

    In the morning, we will drive to Yelagiri Hills. After reaching there, we will start trekking towards Swamimalai Hill which takes around 2 hours to complete. The hill provides a panoramic view of the surrounding valleys and forest. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will visit Punganoor Lake where you can go boating, zip-lining, and rock climbing. In the evening, we will return back to Chennai.

  2. Day 2: Surfing at Covelong Beach
    50 minutes (22 km) from Chennai

    Our morning will start with a drive to Covelong Beach where we will take a surfing lesson. The lesson will last for around 2 hours. After that, we will relax on the beach and have lunch at a beachside restaurant. In the afternoon, we will visit the DakshinaChitra museum that showcases the art, architecture, and culture of South India. In the evening, we will return back to Chennai.

  3. Day 3: Scuba Diving at Temple Reef
    2 hours 30 minutes (63 km) from Chennai

    In the morning, we will drive to Mahabalipuram and take a boat to the Temple Reef where we will go scuba diving. The diving session lasts for around 2 hours. After that, we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Shore Temple and Pancha Rathas. After lunch, we will head towards Crocodile Bank to see various species of crocodiles and snakes. In the evening, we will return back to Chennai.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, you can visit the Arignar Anna Zoological Park which has over 170 species of animals. You can also take a day trip to the historic town of Kanchipuram to explore its temples and silk sarees. To maximize your fun, you can try parasailing at East Coast Road Beach or bungee jumping at Kishkinta Theme Park. For foodies, Marina Beach is a must-visit to try street food like Murukku Sandwich and Sundal.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Yelagiri Hills trekking (6 hours, Rs.1500)
  • Covelong Beach surfing (3 hours, Rs.2000)
  • DakshinaChitra museum (2 hours, Rs.300)
  • Scuba Diving at Temple Reef (3 hours, Rs.5000)
  • Shore Temple and Pancha Rathas (2 hours, Rs.500)
  • Crocodile Bank (2 hours, Rs.300)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 9800
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