Kerala Beaches Tours

Bekal Beach

Bekal Beach is at a distance of 2 km from Kovalam City in Kerala. Bekal Beach is a small beach very near to Kovalam. It is famous for some of the very beautiful views of the sunset. The beach will provide you an insight into Kerala's coastal life. Bekal Beach is a fine example of amicable cultural ties among the Portuguese, Dutch and the local Kings in the pre-colonial era. The antiquity of the port can be made out from the ruins of some rock-cut temples

The Bekal Beach is located near Bekal Fort, one of the best-kept forts in Kerala. Bekal fort is situated on a high rock and spread over 35 acres and reaches into the Arabian Sea. The fort must be visited to have a peek into the magnificent architecture of the fort. There are other ruins of a few rock-cut temples worth visiting
The Bekal Beach is ideal for relaxation, as you will have plenty of peace and solitude for yourself. You can sunbathe on the sandy beaches of Bekal to get a bronze tan. Have a leisurely walk all around the village to get an insight into a traditional village culture of Kerala. Taste the local flavor of fresh seafood of Kerala from the seaside stalls and drink
 Kovalam Beach
Kovalam is a very famous beach resort all over the world. Since 1930's the international tourists, especially the Europeans, frequent the Kovalam Beach. Kovalam along with the crescent-shaped beaches bordered by coconut and palm trees makes for a splendid setting for a sun and sea bathing. The Lighthouse Beach is the southern most beaches and is popular among the tourists who spend most of their time at this beach.

Kovalam, 10 km from the capital city Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) comprises of three small crescent beaches adjacent to each other, namely, the Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach. The Lighthouse Beach, the southern most beach is the place where most of the visitors spend their time. Overlooking the rocky headland is the Hawa Beach. It is the middle beach and a base for local fishers each morning. The Samudra Beach is the last beach, is least affected by the changing times. A few simple wooden fishing vessels line the beach.

Beach Activities
There is no dearth of beach activities at Kovalam Beach. Water sports at Kovalam beach include swimming, catamaran ride, kayaking, parasailing, surfing and windsurfing. If you are interested in just relaxing, you can enjoy the sunbathe on the golden sands of the beaches and get a lovely tan. An Ayurvedic massage will help take away all your stresses and tensions. The seaside stalls sell souvenirs and trinkets. There are several seaside restaurants and stalls preparing fresh and delicious seafood all along the edge of Kovalam Beach.
Marari Beach
Marari Beach is located at a distance of 12 km from Alleppey and 60 km from Cochin City. The Marari Beach got its name from the local fishing village Mararikulam. It has long pristine sandy beaches where the swaying palms and majestic coconut groves add to the beauty of the beach. It is an ideal beach to be in peace and tranquility unlike the hush and rush of the city life. You will get a first hand experience of the local traditions, custo Besides the unlimited view of the sea, you get an insight into the local culture of the fishing village of Marari. The palm and coconut trees, the vast expanse of sea and the unexplored and uncrowded beach makes for a wonderful getaway. While at Marari Beach, a sight that you cannot miss is the daily routine of the local fishermen taking their boat to sea to catch fishes. The nearby coir making workshops makes for another fascinating view of the local culture. Coir is made from the husk of the coconut used to make many useful items such as mats and brushes. ms and hospitality of Kerala.
You can indulge in several of the beach activities and water sports getting the optimum pleasure out of your holidays at Marari Beach. If you love and know how to swim, then sea is the limit for swimming. Facilities for water sports like parasailing, snorkeling or surfing are available at the beach. If you don't like adventure so much, then play a game of beach volleyball

Poovar Beach
Poovar Beach is approximately 45 minutes drive from Kovalam. Poovar Beach separates the Neyyar River from the sea. Essentially a fishing village, it is a beautiful and unexplored beach resort. You can reach the Poovar Beach by water taxis only. The beach is not used for beach activities and water sports because of the fishing population. But Poovar beach can be visited to its peace and tranquility
Poovar Beach offers you an unlimited view of the natural beauty. If you are have come for peace and relaxation, then Poovar beach is the most perfect destination for you. Poovar Beach is covered by golden sands and surrounded by the tree of coconut and palms. Kerala's watercourses flow almost down to the sea from here. The people of this village depend on the river as their major mode of transportation, bathing and washing their clothes. Poovar has a landscaped beauty of sensuous streams, coconut palms and a bewitching beach. The beach is visited for its virginal natural beauty unspoilt by modern constructio
The Poovar Beach is ideal for relaxation, as you will have plenty of peace and solitude for yourself. You can sunbathe on the sandy beaches of Poovar to get a bronze tan. Have a leisurely walk all around the village to get an insight into a traditional village culture of Kerala. Taste the local flavor of fresh seafood of Kerala from the seaside stalls and drink a lot of cool and refreshing coconut waters.

Varkala Beach
Varkala Beach is located at a distance of 54 km from Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) city of Kerala. Varkala attracts tourists not only for its beach resort but is also a famous pilgrim center. The beach is ideal holiday destination if you are on a look out for calmness and serenity. At Varkala beach, bask in the golden glory of the sun to get yourself a lovely copper tan. The mineral water of the hills is believed to possess medicinal properties. Varkala is known as the 'Southern Kashi' because of the 800-year-old Janardhana temple.

Once at Varkala Beach, you will never get bores, as there are lots of tourist attractions. The mineral water springs near Varkala Beach is considered to have medicinal properties. Many people come here to drink and bathe in the mineral water of the springs. The Varkala Beach is also famous as the Papanasam Beach among the tourists as there is a general belief that bathing here washes all the sins away. The Sree Janardhana Swami Temple dedicated to Ayyapan and Hanuman at Varkala is 800 years old. According to the new moon day in the month of Karkidakam, according to Malayalam calendar is considered auspicious. People also come to Varkala to pay Vayu Bali in memory of their relatives who have left this world.
You can swim in the cool waters of the sea or sun bathe to acquire a tan. There is a Nature Cure Center located near Varkala Beach. You can follow the Nature Cure regime to relax and rejuvenate your body.