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Why Beaches of Kerala ?

Kerala is world famous for its beautiful beach destinations. Combined with the back waters and other waterways, the beaches of Kerala are like icing on the cake. Coconut groves, natural harbors, lagoons and sheltered coves makes these beaches the most charming beaches in the world.

Unwind yourself on the golden sands of the beaches of Kerala, stretch out in the shade of the rows of palm trees along the beaches, drink the refreshing juice of a tender coconut and have an Ayurvedic masseur, treat you to an Ayurvedic massage while on Beach tours of Kerala. Feel completely rejuvenated after a tour of the beaches of Kerala and do not forget to enjoy water sports at the beaches.

Major Beach Destinations in Kerala

» Kovalam Beach : Formed by three crescent shaped beaches, called Lighthouse, Hawah and Samudra beaches, Kovalam is one of the finest beaches of Kerala with golden and, waving palm trees and rolling waves. So, just have fun.

» Varkala Beach : Situated 40 kms from Trivandrum, Varkala beach is a calm and sandy beach with rocky cliffs at the background. Also known as the Papanasam beach, this lovely beach is located near a 2000 year old temple and a popular Ayurvedic treatment center.

» Kappad Beach : Situated 16 km from Kozikode, Kappad beach is known as the site where Vasco-Da-Gama, the Portuguese explorer, landed in 1498, beginning a new era in the history of Kerala.

» Marari Beach : Marai beach, named after Mararikulam, a nearby fishing village, is situated between Cochin and Alappuzha. One can see fishermen practicing their traditional occupation, coming from nearby fishing village. The beaches are spell bounding and pristine.

» Bekal Beach : Bekal beach, situated 14 kms from Kasargod and near the well preserved Bekal fort, is a beautiful and serene beach. It is one if the untouched beaches of Kerala with hill slope, rocky coast and a stretch of beach down to the sea.

What to Do ?

An adventure sports lover will rarely find time to stay idle at the beaches of Kerala. These beaches provide you with unlimited water sporting options of wind surfing, rafting, sailing, power boating and even that of a simple catamaran ride. Sunbathing and swimming are for the ones who just want to laze around.