A perfect getaway along the Coromandel Coast, The Alampara, is a luxury glamping site near Pondicherry, that sits prettily amidst an expanse of lush foliage, languid lagoons and is home to all things slow, sustainable & creative.
The Alampara houses four luxury tents and a restaurant on a private sandbar with the tranquil waters of Marakkanam forming the backdrop. Just the escape you need from the bustle of urban dwellings. The Alampara is spread over 50 acres dotted with hidden lakes & lagoons, besides 8 acres of private sandbar. The Alamparai fort dating back to the 17th century adds a regal historical touch to the locale, while the salt pans enhance the natural beauty of this village.
Our Founder, Arun Vasu, is an avid nature & water sports enthusiast and president of the Surfing Federation of India and The Alampara has grown to become a popular luxury adventure getaway for travellers, offering kayaking, stand up paddling, windsurfing, wakeboarding, knee boarding & e-foiling. The gentle backwaters are a versatile waterscape that are perfectly suited for both beginners & experienced water sport enthusiasts.
The tents at The Alampara are outfitted with creature comforts like plush satin four-poster beds, smart TVs with Netflix connectivity, freestanding tubs & gorgeous glass doors that open to panoramic views of shimmering lakes & lush green land. The room has natural elements like kota stone, linen & cane that lend a rustic glam aesthetic to the space.
Satiate your taste buds at our restaurant, Nila, that overlooks the lagoon with widespread gastronomical delights that are passionately cooked from homegrown produce. The Alampara also offers packages for guests who’d like to come over for a day trip of water sports, wholesome meals & lots of relaxation. The restaurant overlooks sun-dappled streams and the entire resort offers many vantage points for bird-lovers to spot their favorite visitors who fly in from the nearby Kazhuveli sanctuary, a wetland that attracts flamingos, pelicans, sea gulls & flocks of migratory birds.
Apart from bird-watching, The Alampara offers exclusive experiences like meeting the mussel-pickers of Marakkanam, boat rides & picnics at the private sandbar, fishing with the locals, turtle watching, star gazing & more.
Plan your next stay at this serene property just 1.5 hours away from Chennai, for a beautiful & unique holiday experience where the real luxury is peace and a soulful sojourn with nature at its finest.