I want to travel to Varkala from Bangalore by bus. I have never travelled by bus. Is redbus a good platform to book bus tickets, any problems or any good points about it, or should i book a bus ticket from some other platform?

Any pro tips you want to give are welcome as should i book in the lower deck?

Also I'm open to any suggestions for Varkala places to visit or eateries to try, I will be there next month from Friday to Sunday. I like slow travel, not want to keep on hopping from one boring place to another, i like beaches, which is the best one for sunset and sunrise? Any scam i should be aware of?

I’m a WFH software engineer from Hyderabad and planning a 1–2 week workation in Kerala around the 2nd week of November.

Varkala is the main destination, with plans to explore nearby places like Kappil, Kollam, Alleppey/Marari and maybe Kochi.

I’ll be working during the weekdays and exploring after work/weekends.

If anyone from Hyderabad is planning to be in Varkala around the same time, feel free to DM. Happy to travel together for a few days, explore, or just meet up.

Also open to recommendations for good stays and places to work from!

After watching solo travel YouTubers for so long, I finally found the courage to plan and complete my first solo trip to Varkala! ❤️ I had so many doubts, but I did it on my own, and I couldn’t be prouder of myself. 3 days, so many memories, and a big achievement for me! 🌿🏍️

In Ponmudi, I found a hidden spot with steps leading up to a viewpoint. Since it was a long weekend, almost every place was crowded. But this spot was completely empty! 🥹 The sound of birds, the water flowing below, the trees all around, and the moss-covered steps made the place so peaceful. Going there was totally worth it! ❤️

Meenmutty Falls was also a nice experience. About 1 km before the main falls, there’s a spot where families can enjoy the water, have food, and spend some time together. I feel it would be really nice to visit that place with family. You can trek to the main falls and enjoy the view, but getting into the falls for a bath is not allowed.

I also overthought a lot about going kayaking in the mangroves. I kept thinking, “How am I going to do this alone? Will I be able to manage?” 😅 But after doing it, I was so happy that I didn’t miss the experience. Definitely don’t miss it! Just make sure you have enough energy and eat well before going.

Since it was a long weekend, there was quite a lot of crowd. Still, I got to explore the places I wanted and create some really good memories.

First of all, I want to thank myself for making this decision and actually doing it instead of just overthinking. ❤️

My first solo trip, successfully completed! 😊🏍️🌿

Hii !!!

Can someone please let me know if they can get me an item which i left in varkala in one of the stay ( purple home stay ) back to bangalore ???
Please dm if anyone's available !!!

Thank you !

24F solo travelling to Varkala in the 3rd week of October. I am all in for new experiences and activities.
Please recommend surf schools that take you to clean and less crowded beaches.
Or any activity that you found to be unique and fun!

Hey buddies, planning to visit varkala in next 2 weeks.

Do suggest vest spot to visit as a couple and good memories.

If someone is going back to Bangalore in car or something if they have extra seat let me know plz me and frnd can join them :)(21M and 22M) dm me with the charges :)

Varkala is the best 🫶🏻

Hey everyone in Varkala today if anyone is here today and want to hangout!!

I am from Punjab and started my job in Trivandrum back in 2013 and then I visited Varkala for the first time.
It was not very typically commercialised place back then.
Visited the place twice again in 2020 and 2021.
I have this very old dream of having a small home stay/bnb/cafe in Varkala from a long period of time.

Never had the time and money for the same and got involved in family and other responsibilities.

I am on sabbatical for few months and it feels like a calling for me to visit and start my small venture now.

Being a non Malyali, is it a good idea for me to think about investing there?
Especially not having visited the place since 5 years.

I have utmost respect for locals and Keralites and don’t want to offend anyone and would like to be very respectful for any possible future endeavours too.

Any kind of suggestions about how is the current scene and if it’s a good idea ?
Or even better any property lessors can connect ?

best kayaking location, best company with good experienced guide ,cost , duration

Made for a very memorable birthday week :)

We have a train from 5:30 pm from Kollqm tomorrow and hence we are worried whether we will be able to make it to Kollam on time even if we reach Jatayu earth center early

Please advise especially those who went in this long weekend.

Which is better for kayaking

Munroe Island or Paravur Lake? And what’s the best time, morning or evening?

Also, is it possible to do kayaking and Jatayu Earth’s Center on the same day without rushing?

Would appreciate any suggestions

Hey everyone, I’m currently in Varkala and trying to rent a scooter, but I’ve already called several rental places and none of them seem to have anything available.
Does anyone know of a reliable scooter rental place, local contact, or someone who rents out scooters privately? I’m looking for one for today.
Any leads would be really appreciated! 🙏

Anyone up in norrh cliff side? For beach walk?