Best Outdoor Activities in Thiruvananthapuram"

"Best Outdoor Activities in Thiruvananthapuram"

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Kovalam Surf Club "Ride the Waves"

The Kovalam Surf Club is an initiative started by the Sebastian Indian Social Project (SISP) NGO, that offers children who have dropped out of school, free surfing lessons to motivate them to take part in SISP's educational project. However this facility is also open to the general public. Head to Kovalam's Lighthouse Beach, where you can learn right by tableatny from an introduction to the basics of surfing, to the more advanced Performance Class. With moderately priced lessons that are hands on, this surfing school, will have you riding along the crystal blue waves, in no time at all. Classes are one on one, with each generally for an hour and a half, so call ahead to book a time slot and set out on the water.

+91 9847347367 www.kovalamsurfclub.co [email protected] Lighthouse Beach, m/ m Thiruvananthapuram

Academy for Mountaineering & Adventure Sports "Hone Your Outdoor Adventure Skills"

The Academy for Mountaineering & Adventure Sports is a non-profit organisation that is dedicated to empowering youth, as well as the general public, through outdoor adventure activities. With a wide variety of activities including trekking, valley crossing, rope climbing, by jenny downing mountaineering, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, rafting, water skiing, scuba diving, sky diving, microlight flying, parasailing and others, this NGO plans to motivate youth to take risks and develop positive character traits like team work and courage. Contact the academy to find out where you can try out any of the array of activities offered here, or visit their center in Alummoodu. As it is an NGO, you can be assured that you will be trained by qualified personnel, at reasonable prices.

+91 9446101056 www.amasadventurekeral [email protected] Highway 47, Alummoodu, a.com/ Neyyattinkara, Thiruvananthapuram

Poovar Backwater Cruise "Blissful Backwaters of Poovar"

The Indian state of Kerala is synonymous to backwaters, and the Poovar Backwater Cruise is here to justify just that. Located a short drive away from Thiruvananthapuram, the quaint village of Poovar is home to a beautiful river called Neyyar whose backwaters form an idyllic setting for a lazy cruise. Choose from motor boats, country boats or opt for the by By mikebaird romantic houseboats for a clandestine escape. These boats peacefully navigate over the backwaters with melodious ripples of water and chirping birds soothing your ears. And if you step out, verdant landscapes and crystal clear water please your eyesight. If you wish to getaway from the tensions of city life, this cruise comes most recommended.

+91 9947067526 www.poovarbackwatercru poovarbackwatercruise@g Bund Road, Poovar ise.com/ mail.com Agastya Mala "A Mighty Mountain"

Towering over 1800 meters (5906 feet), Agastya Mala is a spectacular mountain range that is explored by many outdoor enthusiasts and devotees of rishi Agastya. The Majestic mountain reveals itself from quite afar and it beckons visitors with its verdant environs and mist-covered peak. There are several trekking routes to the pinnacle and you are sure by Ashcoounter to have a remarkable adventure because of the mountain's rich fauna. If you are here during monsoon, you can bathe under sparkling streams and swim in crystal clear pools at the base of cascading waterfalls.

+91 471 232 1132 (Tourist www.keralatourism.org/de [email protected] Thiruvananthapuram- Information) stination/agasthyakoodam- Ponmudi Road, Neyyar western-ghats/245 Wildlife Sanctuary, Vazhichal

Vazhvanthol Waterfalls "Beautiful & Serene Falls"

Vazhvanthol Waterfalls is located near the first check-post in the forest, along the highway. Set amidst lush-green forested land, this set of small waterfalls is a popular spot for hikers to visit along the way to Bonacaud. Lose yourself in the wilderness as you take in all the fresh air and the scenic, pristine beauty of nature. Take a walk along the winding trails and by Ashcoounter enjoy the peace and quiet all around you. This is a great place to enjoy a picnic and a dip in the cool fresh water.

+91 471 236 0762 Off Chathancode Road, Near Bonacaud Estate Church, Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram

Meenmutty Falls "Stunning Pristine Waterfalls"

Located near Neyyar Dam, around 45 kilometers (28 miles) from the city of Trivandrum, the Meenmutty Falls are a set of small but beautiful waterfalls situated amidst a dense tropical forest. As there are no proper roads leading up to these falls, visitors must hike for around 3 kilometers (1.86 miles) before reaching a clearing where they will find the waterfalls. by Ashcoounter Along the way look out for the array of wildlife and birds that find their home here. The area around the waterfalls is a popular spot for families and groups to stop and enjoy a picnic before trekking on further towards Ponmudi hill station.

+91 471 232 1132 [email protected] Kallar Meenmutty Falls Road, Kallar, Thiruvananthapuram

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