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Varkala

What this place is, how it's laid out and when to come.

The red laterite cliff above the Arabian Sea at Varkala, late afternoon

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What Is Varkala? A First-Timer's Guide

The cliff, the beaches and what daily life here actually looks like.

The red laterite cliff above the Arabian Sea at Varkala, late afternoon

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Varkala Cliff & Beach Guide

How the cliff, North Cliff and the beaches below connect.

The Varkala cliff edge at first light with palms leaning over the Arabian Sea

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Why Varkala Is Different

How this stretch of Kerala coast compares to Goa and the south.

A rope hammock on the lawn between the two white ZENWAYS houses

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The Different Areas of Varkala

Cliff, Papanasam, Odayam, Edava — where to base yourself.

The Varkala cliff edge at first light with palms leaning over the Arabian Sea

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Best Time to Visit Varkala

Seasons, weather and what changes through the year.

The ZENWAYS house with teak doors, balconies and a surfboard on the lawn

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How Many Days Do You Need in Varkala?

Honest advice on how long to stay.

The ZENWAYS rental fleet — Honda Dio scooters and a Royal Enfield Meteor

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How to Get to Varkala

Trains, the airport at Trivandrum, taxis and autos.

Things to DoCulture & Local LifeBeyond VarkalaEat & DrinkPlans & Itineraries

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Use ZENWAYS as your base while you explore Varkala.

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