Kovalam is a famous beach destination located close to Trivandrum in God’s Own Country, Kerala. Travel 16 kilometre from the capital city and at Kovalam, find 3 crescent beaches located close to each other. These beaches are individually named as Lighthouse Beach, Main Beach or Samudra Beach and Hawah Beach. There is also a large lighthouse located near the beaches.
Activities
Enjoy sun bathing, swimming and water sports of your choice at the expansive beaches. As you reach the beach, you are welcome by the large crowd of sun bathers and swimmers basking in the tropical sun. You can also try surfing, wooden boat ride and motor boat ride at Kovalam. Surf boards are available on the beach for hire. Catamaran ride is also a great activity to enjoy at the beach.
Stay
There is a beach complex offering affordable cottages for stay, Ayurvedic health resorts and massage centres. Now tourists new to Kerala need not hunt for Ayurvedic therapies and massages instead they can opt for these treatments readily available at Kovalam. You can plan your stay in affordable hotels or large five star hotels depending on your budget.
Kovalam is among the most popular tourist destinations in Kerala popular among tourist from decades. At the beach, you can find shops selling curios, beach wear, hawkers, restaurants, hotels and food kiosks. It has also been a favourite destination for the hippies. Hippies from across the country and from around the globe land in Kovalam and enjoy on the beach. Then, they would choose tour packages in Kerala to traverse and explore the beautiful expanse of God’s own country.
Kovalam is also a favourite honeymoon destination. Many tourists from across the globe opt for honeymoon tour packages in this beach destination. It is popular for its resorts, Ayurvedic centres and treatment facilities.
Accessibility
Kovalam is easily accessible by train or air. The nearest railway station, Trivandrum Central is located close to 16 Kilometres. The International Airport at Trivandrum is located only 10 kilometres away. After reaching Kerala, you can access the Kovalam Beach by taxi or bus.
With plenty of resorts, hotel and budget lodges, staying in Kovalam can be very comfortable and you are spoilt for choice. Nowadays, you can find all amenities including ATMs and restaurant near the beaches. So, plan your Kovalam tour and enjoy exploring the famous beach destination in Kerala.