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Stunning sunset at Varkala Beach, Kerala, where golden sands, rocky shores, and lush greenery meet the tranquil Arabian Sea

varkala tourism

Varkala is a beautiful coastal town in Kerala, India, known for its stunning cliffs, pristine beaches, and spiritual significance

Tourism in Varkala

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Rs. 2,500

    About Varkala

    Home to the famous Varkala Beach, Varkala is a coastal town that amaze the visitors with its natural charm and beach- paradise. Its mineral springs, high cliffs and beach charm are the major reasons of increased Varkala tourism. The town is quite famous and is a huge-crowd puller from all over the world because of its meditation and water sports activities. Its culture and pilgrimage centre add an extra dose of charm in the list of Varkala tourist attractions. Offering a mesmerising fusion of spiritual and modern culture, Varkala travel is worthy and will sure offers visitors with an extraordinary experience for their travel diaries.

    Varkala Tourist Places- Overview

    There are a myriad of Varkala tourist spots that deserve to be in your itinerary during Varkala travel. One of the most famous tourist places Varkala is Varkala Beach known for its panoramic views, as well as for enjoy various water activities. Its stunning landscape, sunset views and surroundings amidst sun, sand and serenity, are perfect to rejuvenate your soul and mind during holidays. If you are a history buff then you shouldn’t let Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort to slede away from your itinerary. This fort will surely take you in the mesmerising bygone era, as well as will amuse you with its mysterious tales. Also, don’t forget to pay a blissful visit to Janardana Swami Temple among Varkala tourism which is around 2,000 years old and packed with historical facts. There is no lack of Varkala tourist spots that will make your trip unforgettable and you will take a bag full of memories and countless Instagram-worthy photos.

    Varkala Travel

    From historical places to laid-back beaches, there are so much to explore in Varkala and add an amazing experience to your travel diaries. Popular things to do in Varkala include Visiting Varkala Beach, Janardhana Swami Temple visit, admire the breathtaking views of Arabian Sea at Kappil Beach, Anjengo Fort and Light House tour, Varkala Aquarium Tour, and visiting Varkala Culture Center. Plan your trip to Varkala that has so much surprises to quench the thirstof vacation seeker in you.

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    How To Reach Varkala

    Read about the best & quickest routes to save time & money, as suggested by our travelers

    By Air

    Varkala does not have any designated airport. So there’s no direct flight to Varkala. The nearest airport to Varkala is Thiruvananthapuram. One can take a flight to Trivandrum International Airport. Once reached, hire a cab or taxi to reach Varkala. One can also take a bus to get to this beautiful destination. Depending on the traffic, reaching Varkala from the airport will take up to 2 hours.

    By Train

    Varkala is home to its railway station, the Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station. It’s wonderfully connected to major cities like Trivandrum, Kochi, Kollam, and Chennai. With several trains coming in and out of Varkala each day, it’s an easy and convenient way for travellers to get around. Once you arrive at the railway station, you’ll find plenty of auto-rickshaws and taxis ready to whisk you away to explore all Varkala has to offer!

    By Road

    Varkala is a breeze to reach by road from different areas of Kerala and neighbouring states! National Highway 66 runs through Varkala, linking it to lovely cities like Trivandrum, Kochi, and Kollam. You’ll find state-run and private buses offering regular services to Varkala from many major cities and towns in Kerala. Plus, if you prefer, you can easily hire a taxi or enjoy a self-drive adventure on the beautiful, well-maintained roads leading to Varkala.

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    Travelling to Varkala by waterways offers a wonderfully unique and picturesque experience! While it might not be the most popular transport option, it brings something special to your journey. The Varkala Tunnel connects to National Waterway 3, inviting travellers to enjoy a beautiful passage through the city's captivating landscape. This enchanting trip adds to Varkala's charm and allure as a stunning coastal destination.

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        Swapnilbarde

        Kerala

        Swapnilbarde's 5 days trip to Varkala

        I recently completed my Kerala trip, and it was an absolutely amazing experience! All thanks to **Miss Nisha**, who provided a well-planned and budget-friendly package, covering all the must-visit tourist spots. A special mention to our driver, **Mr. Sasidharan**, who was not just a driver but al
        so a great guide. He ensured we visited all the key attractions and navigated us smoothly throughout the journey. Additionally, **Mr. Nitin Saini** helped me with basic-level guidance, which was quite helpful. Overall, the trip was fantastic, and I truly appreciate the efforts of **Miss Nisha** for making it such a memorable and hassle-free experience. Highly recommended travel traiangle. ...
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        ARNOB DEY

        Bengaluru

        Arnob's 3 days trip to Varkala

        I had an amazing experience on my anniversary. Sightseeing, resort stay all within the budget and comfort. Thank you travel triangle for the lovely experience.
        BP

        Bhavan Prabhu

        Goa

        Bhavan's 3 days trip to Varkala

        Good experience. Time was short but still enjoyed the trip House boat
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        Pratiksha Raut

        Pratiksha's 4 days trip to Varkala

        Room lock was not working. Also there was no provision to lock the room from outside. Other things were fine Driver was good
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        Njain

        Njain's 5 days trip to Varkala

        Best experience with traveltriangle. Travel agent was polite and friendly. Also cab driver mr. Binil was very friendly and helpful.
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        Samkariabhanu

        Delhi

        Samkariabhanu's 5 days trip to Varkala

        The overall trip experience was 3/5 type.. Trip organised by Comfort destinations(Sameer) PROS: -The hotels in munnar and Thekkady were amazing. -Driver was more than perfect and also locally known as honeymoon specialist- Shan -Food was amazing and super tasty during whole trip including breakfast
        in hotels, local food, food at house boat in Alleppey. CONS: -Poor experience with houseboat: No TV, no ac whole day, stinking rooms, linguistic barrier with crew, boat only sailed for 2 hrs in whole day. -Many things mentioned in the itentary for 3 day(munnar to thakkedy) but driver refused to travel, later travel agent told that this was mentioned by mistake. -Driver refused to give luggage on last day due to some payment issue, it was later sorted out by travel agent. -As it was honeymoon trip, 1 candlelight dinner with room decoration was mentioned in the trip at houseboat. But unfortunately it didn't happened.. poor management.. -In Thekkady, there was no sightseeing by driver, he told to see some evening shows and go to a jungle safari. -There is a issue of advance booking in periyar tiger reserve in Thekkady, it should have been told to us in advance. Hence we tried on the spot booking and didn't get it. The munnar views and hotel was best.. Driver(Shan) was amazing
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        Gaurav Wankhede

        Nagpur

        Gaurav's 6 days trip to Varkala

        first of all thanks to Miss Sheetal from tripseller, who well planed our kerala trip. stays were excellent, princess de munnar resort was awesome place, staff was also so good and they had given well services. In Thekkady periyar meadows hotel was more than expectations, and they had given us proper
        service. only in kovalam, golden sand resort had disappointed me little bit, there was no food after 9:30 pm and no hot water for bath after 10 pm and double bed also not comfortable, they had joined two single bed with two single mattresses. our guide cum driver Mr. Raju sangun, were so humble person, he guided us very well about every place. Munnar is mesmerizing place. My daughter most liked Kathakali show and elephant ride of Thekkady. Kovalam beach is funfull and relaxing place. My daughter has full enjoy the sea water in Kovalam beach. Jatayu monuments is unbelievable place. Povar Island is heaven. Boating in povar lake brings us close to nature.
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        Sindhu John

        Cochin

        Sindhu's 3 days trip to Varkala

        A perfect start to a perfect trip , everything was well arranged . The driver was very friendly and cordial , really helpful to go around and have a good time. The arrangements and hotel suggestions were spot on and as what was requested. Kondai Lip is a beautiful resort and a must do experience.
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        Rashi Chavan

        Mumbai

        Rashi's 5 days trip to Varkala

        The house boat was not so great but the staff was good . Munnar jeep safari and rose garden was beautiful. Thekkady elephant bath and ride was memorable and the driver was very good to communicate, cooperative and polite
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        ABHIJIT GORE

        Pune

        Abhijit's 5 days trip to Varkala

        I recently had the pleasure of traveling to Kerala with Tripsailer agency, and I must say, it was an unforgettable experience! The service and planning were top-notch, and I'm thoroughly impressed with the attention to detail. From the beautiful backwaters of Alleppey to the stunning landscapes of W
        ayanad, every moment of the trip was carefully curated to showcase the best of Kerala. The team at Tripsailer agency did an outstanding job of taking care of all the logistics, ensuring that our trip was seamless and stress-free. I highly recommend Tripsailer agency to anyone planning a trip to Kerala. Five stars and a big thumbs up!

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        FAQ's of Varkala

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        What are the places near Varkala?

        Varkala is surrounded by many tourist attractions worth exploring along with your visit here. Some of the nearby attractions are as follows:

        • Alleppey
        • Edava
        • Peermade
        • Devikulam
        • Sivagiri
        • Kappil Beach

        What are the things to do in Varkala?

        Varkal is a town nestled in the heart of Karnataka. The place is famous among vacation lovers and packed with a full-fledged holiday experience. Some of the best things to do in Varkala are as follows:

        • Visiting Varkala Beach
        • Janardhana Swami Temple visit
        • Admire the breathtaking views of Arabian Sea at Kappil Beach
        • Anjengo Fort and Light House tour
        • Varkala Aquarium Tour
        • Visiting Varkala Culture Center

        How much does a package cost for Varkala?

        The total cost of a Varkala trip depends on the various factors such as accommodation type, transportation mode, number of days, departure city, meals and sightseeing included. However, the average cost of Varkala trip will be between INR 17,000 to INR 44,000.

        What is the best way to reach Varkala?

        You can reach Varkala by Train, Bus, or Road according to your preference. If you are travelling by train, you can book your tickets to Varkala-Sivagiri Railway Station. It has connecting trains from the major cities of the country. The private and government bus services are also available from Trivandrum or Kochi to Varkala. Furthermore, you can also rent a taxi or cab or go for self driving to reach Varkala.

        What is the local food in Varkala?

        Some of the must-try dishes to try in Varkala are Appam, Dosa, Puttu and Kadala Curry, Idiyappam, Vegetable Thoran, Palada Payasam, and Banana Fritters.

        What is the best time to visit Varkala?

        The winter season which is from October to March is an ideal time to visit Varkala. During this time, the weather will be amusing and offer an amazing opportunity for sightseeing and other outdoor activities.

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