Varkala
A short 5-kilometre drive north of Varkala lies the tranquil Kappil Lake, where canoe trips through narrow mangrove channels and quiet backwaters offer a peaceful counterpoint to the cliff scene. Watch traditional fishing boats, kingfishers, and egrets from your canoe as you drift through this quiet slice of Kerala.
The junction where Kappil Lake meets the sea is one of Kerala's most photographed spots — go at sunset for the best shot.