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Kerala Beaches
Kerala beaches to take up a backseat because of the backwater cruises and the Ayurveda holidays, but nevertheless if you are in Kerala and you haven't visited the coastal beauties or beaches yet, Go Now! Kerala beaches give a break from the tourist rush that one finds in Goa, because they are "undiscovered beach hideaways" of Kerala. Some of the most known beach hideouts of Kerala include Fort Kochi Beach, just 12-km away from Kochi city. Taking a leisurely walk through the lanes of the city is the best way to discover historic Fort Kochi.

Popular Beaches in Kerala

Alappuzha Beach
With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast network of lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers crisscrossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty. Referred to as the Venice of the East by travellers from across the world, this backwater country is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala.

Kovalam Beach
From Kovalam, you can go for a backwater cruise to the beautiful countryside of Kerala paddling country boats, enjoying its lush greenery. A few hotels offer houseboats, country boats and catamarans for the tourists at reasonable rates. Soma Houseboats, operated by Somatheeram Beach Resorts Group offers houseboats with many amenities including sit-outs, bedrooms and private baths. Catamarans and country boats are also offered by many hotels. You can also rent surfboards and boogie boards from local young men.

Dharmadam Island
Dharmadam Island is a beautiful beach, located 17 kms from Kannur. The small 5-acre island covered with coconut palms and green bushes is a beautiful sight from the beach. Permission is required to enter this privately owned island. It is 100 metres away from the mainland at Dharmadam.

Marari Beach
Right in the heart of the "spice coast" just an hour from Cochin and even less to Alleppey(also Known as Alpuzzha) is the most fabulous stretch of soft sandy beach fringed with palm, an idyllic retreat for those who want to "get away from it all".

Fort Kochi Beach
An obscure fishing village that became the first European township in India, Kochi has an eventful and colourful history. The town was shaped by the Portuguese, the Dutch and later the British. The result of these cultural interfaces is seen in the remains of the Indo-European architecture in Fort Kochi. Cochin Carnival on the New Year eve is a colourful festival not to be missed at the beach site.

Varkala Beach
Varkala is a beautiful beach that has a more than 2000 years old shrine of Lord Vishnu. This beach of Kerala is rich in mineral water springs that are known for their medicinal value.
A dip in the holy waters of Varkala beach is believed to purge the body and the soul of all the sins hence the name 'Papanashini' for this shore. At the break of dawn following the new moon in the Malayalam month of 'Karkidakam', thousands offer 'Vavu Bali', a ritual believed to help the souls of ancestors rest in peace.

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