In the morning, head to Varkala Beach and try your hand at cliff jumping. After lunch, take a surfing lesson and catch some waves. As the sun begins to set, relax on the beach and watch the stunning sunset over the Arabian Sea.
In the morning, head to the Varkala Cliff and take a paragliding flight to see the stunning views of the ocean, beach and charming surroundings. After lunch, visit Janardanaswamy Temple, a 2000-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and take a dip in the sacred Papanasam beach waters. In the evening, try some local Keralan cuisine at Trattorias restaurant.
Take a guided kayaking tour of the backwaters and explore the peaceful surroundings. After lunch, visit Kappil Beach, a serene and secluded beach with calm waters. In the evening, relax with an Ayurvedic spa treatment at the Sivagiri Mutt, an ashram founded by the great Saint Sree Narayana Guru.
Other local attractions include Anjengo Fort, Thiruvambadi Beach, and Varkala Tunnel. For a side trip, consider visiting the nearby city of Trivandrum to see the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Kovalam Beach. To maximize your fun, try staying at a houseboat in the backwaters or taking a day trip to Ponmudi Hill Station. Lastly, don't forget to try the local delicacies such as Appam, Puttu, and Sambar.