Customisable Pondicherry Packages : Stay, Scuba, Snorkel, Kayak, and Explore the French Quarter!

Tucked away from the bustle of the Pondicherry town and closer to serene Auroville, our resort is perched on top of a hill amidst lush plantations of mango & cashew. Take a minute to breathe in the fresh air and put your feet up in our spacious Indo-French house hosting over three dozen rooms and a handful of sea facing cottages to indulge in. Dip your toes in the pool, indulge in our spa or camp out in our terraces to stargaze. Takai, our restaurant, is home to global and local cuisine elevated through fresh produce in expert hands.

Partake in a host of unique experiences that Auroville offers or take a trip to the city centre to marvel in the architecture and stroll through the picturesque streets interspersed with cafes & boutiques

● Scuba gear rental including a diving suit.
● Sturdy & safe diving boats with washroom.
● Free WIFI & Tea/Coffee at our Dive Centre.
● Towels, separate showers & change rooms for men & women and House
"Clean & Sanitized" swimming pools
● 1 on 1 dive with your instructor.
● Certification of experience upon completion.
● Complimentary underwater photos and videos.

This is your best opportunity at looking through the crystal-clear waters of the Bay of Bengal at the stunning marine life. This one-day activity with your friends/family does not need you to know how to swim.  Snorkeling is also the best activity to introduce the younger ones to the ocean. For children not meeting the age requirement for scuba diving, snorkeling is the perfect activity to get them to enjoy the outdoors! With all the necessary equipment provided by us, all you need to bring along is a swimsuit and a lot of zest to explore!

Note - Subject to availability

You will be provided you with a comprehensive tour of the Pondicherry backwaters while staying in the pristine Ariyankuppam mangrove forest. Along with learning to paddle through the backwaters and enjoying the spectacular scenery, you would be kayaking through the mangroves and visiting the Arikimedu ruins. You will be accompanied by a guide on this two-hour kayaking adventure. A picnic can also be arranged along with the regular package.

• Kayak equipment
• Kayak instruction
• Life jackets
• Safety gear

Note - Subject to availability

Pondy’s iconic White Town or French Quarter is an enchanting remnant of its past as a colonial settlement. Its French legacy can be seen in its mustard and light-blue colonial villas and chic boutiques that remind you of Paris. These buildings boast of stories embedded in its foundation and on this French Quarter Walking Tour, you look beneath Pondy to uncover its glorious past.  

Walk by the Rue de la Marine, Consulat général de France à Pondichéry (French Embassy), Institut Français de Pondichéry (French Institute), Raj Nivas, Aayi monument, Government Square, French cavalry building and much more. As you take a ramble down these idyllic streets, you get a sense of Pondy’s unique and monumental history.  

Duration: 2- 3 hours   
Difficulty Level: Easy   

Session 1 Timings:  9:30 AM-11:30 AM   
Session 2 Timings: 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM  
Starting Point: In front of the French Consulate Building (Ru de la Marine)  
End Point: Travaux Public Building (PWD office).

Highlights:   

• French Consulate Building
• French Institutes and Schools
• Foyer du Soldat Building
• Governor Palace
• Govt. Square Buildings
• Aayi Monument
• Old Port Office
• French War Memorial
• Old Lighthouse
• Street histories and personalities
• Hidden secrets of Pondicherry

Exclusions:   

• Museum entrance fee
• Transport to the hotel
• Transport to other sightseeing spots
• Anything not specifically mentioned in inclusions.