Beaches in Kerala

Beaches in Kerala are always an indispensable part of the tour itineraries of the tourists from across the globe. Kerala is blessed with many mesmerizing beaches which simply stand out as the breath-taking tourist destinations. Spend your holidays on Kerala beaches and take back home some treasured memories which will never fade away from your mind. Palm fringed beaches steeped in sheer natural beauty are the perfect places for enjoying pleasurable holidays. Properly maintained and securely guarded, the beaches of Kerala offer you magical waves, smiling sun, cool breeze, swaying palm trees, and delicious sea food and above all an experience of a life time.

Some of the celebrated beaches of Kerala are

Kovalam Beach

Famous as the most happening beach destination of Kerala, Kovalam beach is flocked by thousands of tourist every year. It is located around 16 km from Trivandrum, the capital of Kerala and is easily accessible. It is a cluster of three crescent shaped beaches—the Light House beach, the Hawa beach and the Samudra beach. On these beaches you can enjoy exciting water sports which will add more adventure to your holidays. Also enjoy the rejuvenating Ayurveda massage at Kovalam beach to pamper your body, mind and soul. Several luxurious and budget hotels dot the landscape of the beach offering a great opportunity to the tourists to enjoy great holidays. The evenings here are adorned with wonderful cultural programmes.

Varkala Beach

Occupying an important place on the itinerary of the tourists, Varkala beach is famous for its mineral water springs which are believed to possess medicinal properties. This beach is also held in high esteem by Hindus as it is one of the known pilgrimage centre in Kerala.

Alappuzha beach

No less than a fairy tale, Alappuzha beach is a big hit with tourists. Relax in the picturesque surroundings of the Alappuzha beach and get close to nature. Alappuzha in Kerala is not only famous for its lovely beach but also for its fascinating backwaters which serve as the venue for the exciting Snake boat races.

Beypore beach

Holding immense historic importance, Beypore beach offers a wide variety of activities to indulge in. Enjoy sunbathing on the beach, watch picturesque surroundings, walk up to the nearby villages, romance with the giant waves or watch the craftsmen make traditional Arabian trading vessels.

Maraikulam beach

Besides the azure waters of the sea, a rejuvenating experience, peaceful ambiance and wonderful scenery, Maraikulam beach offers you the Marari Beach Resort as a perfect accommodation option.

Kappad beach

Once an important sea route for trade between Europe and India, Kappad beach is dotted with many rocks. One of the main attraction here is a rock protruding into the sea. This rock also has a temple on it. The sight of the Kappad beach from the top of this rock is simply rocking! The ambiance of this beach is peaceful and blissful. The best route for reaching this wonderful beach is through backwaters. It is located 16 km from Kozhikhode, the main town of Kerala.