Getting Here

Paravur Backwaters
near Varkala

We are located at Nedungolam, Paravur, Kerala — a scenic, traffic-free 20-minute drive north of Varkala Cliff.

Exact Address

Mangrove Moments Boatclub

Nedungolam PO, Paravur,
Kollam, Kerala — 691334, India

Open Hours

5:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Open daily (including Sundays)
Parking

Free On-Site Parking

Capacity for 15+ cars & coaches

Travel Times & Routes

How to Reach Us from Surrounding Areas

Route From

Varkala Cliff

20 Mins
9.2 km

Via Temple Road & Coastal Road. Cross the Paravur Lake bridge and take an immediate right towards Nedungolam.

Best transport: Scooter or Taxi auto
Route From

Varkala Beach

18 Mins
8.5 km

Via Coastal Beach Road heading north. Easy drive with stunning sea views along the way.

Best transport: Scooter or Taxi
Route From

Kollam Town

30 Mins
18 km

Head south via National Highway 66 (NH66) until Chathannoor, then turn right towards Nedungolam.

Best transport: Local bus or Taxi
Route From

Trivandrum Airport

60 Mins
50 km

Head north on the NH66 bypass road. Scenic drive past backwater inlets and rural bridges.

Best transport: Prepaid airport taxi

Nearby Landmarks & Finding Us

  • Nedungolam Government Hospital

    We are situated just 400 meters south of the Nedungolam hospital building.

  • Paravur Lake Bridge

    Our launch station sits immediately adjacent to the northern shore of the lake bridge.

  • Nedungolam Post Office

    Located 1 km from our facility, the post office marks the main entry junction.

Travel Tips & Best Times

For the best mangrove experience, we recommend arriving **before 6:00 AM** for sunrise slots. The morning air is misty and cool, and bird watching is at its peak.

Sunset slots (**4:30 PM**) are equally beautiful and cooler. During midday hours, we recommend wearing sun protection hats and sunglasses.

Driver Note: Some navigation maps may suggest rural paths. Always keep to the main coastal road or NH66 bypass for the smoothest tarmac.
Make a day of it

Recommended 1-Day Backwater & Varkala Itinerary

5:30 AM – 8:00 AM

Sunrise Mangrove Kayaking

Arrive early at Mangrove Moments for the sunrise slot. Glide through narrow channels under the hanging root tunnels, spotting local kingfishers.

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Traditional Local Breakfast

Enjoy authentic Kerala breakfast (Puttu and Kadala curry or Appam) at a local homestay or nearby cafe in Paravur.

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Explore Kappil Beach & Bridge

Drive 10 minutes south to Kappil Beach, where the sea and backwaters run side-by-side separated only by the road. Great for photography.

4:00 PM onwards

Sunset at Varkala Cliff

Head back to Varkala Cliff to enjoy seaside restaurants, shopping, and catch a spectacular sunset over the Arabian Sea.

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