Varkala Beach Travel Guide
Varkala Beach is Kerala’s most unique cliff beach, where red laterite cliffs meet the Arabian Sea. Known for spiritual vibes, yoga retreats, cafés and stunning sunsets, Varkala is ideal for relaxed travellers and wellness seekers.
📍 Quick Facts
StateKerala
Famous ForCliff beach & yoga
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesMalayalam, English, Hindi
🌦 Live Weather & Network
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Temperature–
📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, VI
🌐 InternetGood 4G & WiFi
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Oct – MarBest weather & sea views
Apr – MayHot but less crowded
Jun – SepMonsoon & rough sea
FestivalsOnam & Vishu
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏖 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Varkala CliffSea-facing cliff walk
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Papanasam BeachHoly bathing beach
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Varkala TempleSpiritual site
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Kappil BeachNearby scenic beach
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Kerala CuisineFish curry & appam
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Cliff CafésSea-view dining
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Healthy CafésVegan & ayurvedic
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Juice BarsFresh fruits
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Cliff ShopsSouvenirs & clothes
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HandicraftsLocal art
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Boho WearBeach fashion
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Ayurveda ProductsOils & herbs
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Yoga RetreatsCliffside sessions
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Sunset ViewsIconic cliffs
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Ayurvedic MassageWellness therapy
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Backwater TripsNearby canals
🗺 Suggested Varkala Itinerary
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Day 1Varkala Cliff · Sunset
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Day 2Papanasam Beach · Yoga
🚆 How to Reach Varkala Beach
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Trivandrum Airport45 km
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Varkala Sivagiri Station3 km
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Bus / TaxiEasy access
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Auto / Taxi₹200+
🏨 Where to Stay in Varkala
Luxury
Mid-Range
Budget
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Niraamaya RetreatsCliff luxury resort
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Gateway VarkalaPremium stay
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Clafouti Beach ResortPopular stay
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Hindustan Beach RetreatComfort hotel
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Guest HousesAffordable rooms
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Backpacker HostelsBudget stays
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Darjeeling CaféCliffside café
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Abba RestaurantSeafood
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Café del MarChill vibes
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Local EateriesKerala meals
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Kappil · 7 kmBeach & backwaters
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Sivagiri Mutt · 3 kmPilgrimage site
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Kovalam · 45 kmFamous beach
👕 What to Wear
Summer – Light cotton clothes
Beach – Comfortable sandals
Evening – Modest casual wear
Monsoon – Rainwear
🎉 Festivals
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OnamHarvest festival
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VishuKerala New Year
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Sivagiri FestivalCultural event