Varkala Tour Packages

Best Time to Visit: Varkala’s weather is tropical and consistent. March to May sees warm, sunny days that are ideal for beach activities. The monsoon arrives in June, bringing intermittent rains that last until September, creating a vibrant green landscape. From October to February, the weather is cooler and more comfortable for enjoying the cliffs, beaches, and yoga retreats.

Top Destinations:
Kovalam: Beaches, resorts, cultural landmarks
Trivandrum: Temples, museums, cultural landmarks
Alleppey: Backwaters, houseboats, scenic beauty
Poovar: Beaches, backwaters, nature exploration

Ideal Trip Duration:
2-3 days: Varkala for a short beach retreat
4-5 days: Add Kovalam for a combination of beach relaxation and cultural exploration
6-7 days: Combine with Trivandrum and Alleppey for a comprehensive Kerala coastal and cultural tour Varkala in the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala is a popular tourist destination, known mainly for being the only town in the state with cliffs near the Arabian Sea, known as the Varkala Formation. If you’re looking for affordable Varkala travel packages, then you don’t have to look too far; Holidify offers a bunch of them for travellers that you can customise as per your needs!

Besides the Varkala Formation declared a national geological monument, there is plenty here for nature, culture and adventure lovers. For example, the magnificent Varkala Beach, also known as the Papanasham Beach, is said to wash away sins and is a great place to spend some peaceful time. Moreover, for some beach fun, you can always go swimming, boating, horse-riding and parasailing.

Located nearby are other attractions like the 2,000-year-old Janardana Swami Temple and the Sivagiri Mutt set atop the Sivagiri Hill, a pilgrimage centre where lies the tomb of Sree Narayana Guru. You can also head over to Paruvar to explore its backwaters, visit Kappil Lake, Anjengo Fort or Varkala Tunnel if you have the time!

Holidify’s Varkala tour packages provide lodging in luxurious hotels, guesthouses and resorts surrounded by the woods or near the beach. What’s more, while there are plenty of opportunities for you to relax, you can also engage in some thrilling activities like trekking, hiking, rock climbing and boating. Moreover, the delicious South Indian food will leave you licking your lips!

Destinations like Alleppey, Kochi and Trivandrum are often clubbed together with Varkala for an authentic Kerala experience. Kochi is also known as the “Gateway to Kerala” and has several attractions for you to see, such as the Chinese fishing nets at the Fort Kochi Beach, Dutch Palace, Vamanamoorthy Temple, Jews Street and more.

Alleppey is one of the most beautiful destinations you can visit, with its expansive backwaters lined with coconut trees; you have to dine or stay at one of the luxurious houseboats floating around on the water. Trivandrum is built on hills and has its fair share of lagoons, backwaters and beaches. You can also visit the Agasthyamala rain forests, Zoological Garden, Kilimanoor Palace, Napier Museum etc.

For an incredible trip to Varkala, all you need to do is go over to Holidify’s website and find the package that suits you best. All of them include various fun activities and attractions and only require you to decide when you’d like to go! (Read More)