A Relaxing Day Trip to Vagamon

  • 10:00 AM: Vagamon Meadows
    20 minutes (9.3 km) from Vagamon town center

    Vagamon Meadows is a lush green meadow that gives visitors a panoramic view of the surrounding hills. This vast expanse provides the perfect spot for a picnic and other outdoor activities such as cycling and paragliding.

  • 12:00 PM: Pine Forests of Vagamon
    30 minutes (12 km) from Vagamon Meadows

    The Pine Forests of Vagamon are a serene forest area near Vagamon Meadows. The cool breeze and the peaceful environment offer visitors a chance to relax and rejuvenate. The forest is also perfect for birdwatching.

  • 2:00 PM: Vagamon Lake
    20 minutes (8.2 km) from Pine Forests of Vagamon

    Vagamon Lake is an artificial lake surrounded by hills and forests. Visitors can opt for boating or just sit by the shore and enjoy the view. The lake also offers various water activities for the adventurous kind.

  • 4:00 PM: Thangal Para
    25 minutes (11 km) from Vagamon Lake

    Thangal Para is a sacred site of Vagamon where people of all religions come to pay their respects. Named after a Muslim saint, the site offers a tranquil experience to visitors.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Vagamon Meadows (1 hour, Rs.100 per person)
  • Pine Forests of Vagamon (1 hour, free)
  • Vagamon Lake (2 hours, Rs.500 for boating)
  • Thangal Para (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs.600 per person

Transportation

To travel between the locations, tourists can hire a cab service or rent a bike, which are easily available in the town. The transportation cost may vary from Rs. 500-1000 depending on the mode of transportation. It will take around 1 hour 35 minutes to complete the trip covering a distance of 41 km.

Useful tips

If the tourist has more time to spare, they can visit other attractions such as the Kurisumala Ashram and Marmala Waterfalls. If the tourist has less time, they can skip Thangal Para and visit only the other three locations.

Airports

The nearest airport to Vagamon is the Cochin International Airport (COK), which is located 98 km away from Vagamon town center.

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