Top Things to do in Varkala
Things to do in Varkala, Kerala: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Varkala, India including Varkala Beach, Prana Yoga Vidya, Kappil Lake, Ponnumthuruthu Island, Papasnanam Beach/Varkala Beach, Kappil Beach, Varkala Aquarium.
Restaurants in Varkala
1. Varkala Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,458 reviews
Reviewed By mubashirhaseen - Bengaluru, India
It's a very Beautiful Beach and very clean & calm beach you can swim also cause the Sea water is kinda clean water and and the most amazing view you will get from Varkala Cliff, I highly recommended you to do visit once in a life......
2. Prana Yoga Vidya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
I teach Hatha Yoga (Ancient) @ Hotel Green Palace, Varkala. Two classes a day. Morning 8am and evening 4.30pm...have more than 10 years of teaching experience...was a voluntary teacher with famous Sivananda Yoga Ashram for 3 years...well versed in Yogic scriptures and has a reputation among independent travelers in Varkala ...travels around the World to spread the message of Yoga, Peace and Love.....
Reviewed By TrailBlazer305509
Great class, great teacher, in each class Haridas throws in something new so it is never boring, suitable for beginners or experienced yogis, Haridas quickly came to know my practice and knew when I needed an assist, I felt completely safe and trusted Haridas, looking forward to coming back to Varkala to attend class with Haridas, thanks Haridas
3. Kappil Lake
4. Ponnumthuruthu Island
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 75 reviews
Ponnumthuruthu is an island which is situated about 12km south of Varkala. You can board a country boat from Nedunganda and take a tour through the backwaters for about 30 minutes to reach Ponnumthuruthu. This lush island is a perfect getaway for those who seek a break from the hustle and bustle of the urban life. This island is known for the Shiva Parvathi temple, which is also called `Thuruthu kshethram’ by the natives. The temple is situated amidst thick coconut groves, which has grown over the entire stretch. The temple is more than 100 years old and the entire island is Valiyapurackal family property. The temple was in ruins for a long time but about a decade ago, it was rebuilt.Valiyapurackal family owns the island and the temple. The island is a must see, thanks to the enchanting ambience. Even the jetty at Nedunganda village from where the journey to Ponnumthuruthu starts is peculiar. It is a makeshift jetty and the walkway to the ferry is made up of coconut husk, mud and the waste from coir. A view of the island from the ferry during evening will surely soothe any nature-lover’s mind. The greenery of the island will have a distinctive glow when the evening rays of the sun caress it. The island is also a haven of different types of flora and fauna. It will surely be a bird watcher’s delight to visit the island, thanks to the cormorants, egrets and herons seen in this area. Eagles and gulls too can be found here. Various water birds too can be seen here. The mainland on the other side of Ponnumthuruthu is a coir village. There is a small coir-making unit near the ferry. Travellers can visit the unit. It is delighting to view the boats carrying husks waving through the backwaters to reach the island. Sivarathri festival Sivarathri is a major festival celebrated at the Siva Parvathi temple at Ponnumthuruthu. It is the festival that makes alive the otherwise less frequented island. Many devotees spend the night on the island during Sivarathri and the place lit with lights is an enchanting sight.
5. Papasnanam Beach/Varkala Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By swimadvernturewaters
one of the best good beach in kerala , no disturbance calm and quite place sufficient life guards and supportive aborigines ... more over a good water sports firm named swim adventure water sports near varkala situated in kappil near varkala .its also awesome experience
6. Kappil Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By SpiritualTourist1 - Chennai (Madras), India
We enjoyed this quiet, natural beach for a swim, sunset then dinner - a really great day out and good chance to see the backwaters meet the ocean
7. Varkala Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 65 reviews
A beautuful aquarium which has sea view in varkala with good collection of fishes
Reviewed By 566vimalp
very nice aquarium, maintained by Kerala fisheries department.the building its self have a traditional Kerala style and its really really airy. i suggest this place.
