Beach holidays

Kerala Beaches: Varkala & Kovalam

Two different beaches in one trip: Varkala's cliffs and cafés, then Kovalam's lighthouse bay with a day out to Poovar's estuary.

Trip at a glance

Duration5 days / 4 nights
Starts inVarkala
RouteVarkala · Kovalam
Places2 destinations
StateKerala, India
Ideal forBeach holidays, Couples' holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1VXZ8B

Best time to visit: October to March

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Lighthouse Beach – Kovalam

Trip overview

Two different beaches in one trip: Varkala's cliffs and cafés, then Kovalam's lighthouse bay with a day out to Poovar's estuary.

The route spends 2 nights in Varkala and 2 nights in Kovalam, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits beach holidays and couples' holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

North CliffPapanasam BeachJanardana Swamy TempleLighthouse BeachHawa BeachSamudra Beach

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Varkala

Arrive via Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Papanasam Beach: Sacred beach below the cliffs

Day 2Varkala: Kappil Beach and Paragliding (seasonal)

Kappil Beach: Where backwaters meet the sea
Paragliding (seasonal)

Day 3Varkala to Kovalam

Travel from Varkala to Kovalam by private vehicle
Check in at your Kovalam hotel
Lighthouse Beach: Main beach with a climbable lighthouse

Day 4Kovalam: Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach

Hawa Beach: Rocky headland beach
Samudra Beach: Quieter northern beach

Day 5Depart from Kovalam

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Beachfront or walk-to-beach hotels requested
Boat and island trips planned for calm-sea mornings
Free beach days between excursions
A relaxed pace with two-night stays where possible
One special dinner or experience suggested at each stop

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Varkala: Stay on North Cliff for the atmosphere; the walk down to the beach is steep, so pack light.
Kovalam: Lifeguards patrol only parts of the beach; swim between their flags.

At a glance

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Route: Varkala, Kovalam
Ideal for: Beach holidays, Couples' holidays
Best time: October to March
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1VXZ8B

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 4 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Varkala: October to March. Kovalam: October to March.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Varkala (Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 50 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.