Kovalam Beach
Kovalam Beach is stunning and a haven of serenity. It's a magnificent beach supported by sharply mounting headlands and enclosed by fertile coconut palms. Kovalam creates the perfect ambience for a holiday with the three adjacent crescent-shaped beaches- Lighthouse Beach, Eve’s Beach or Howah Beach and the Ashoka Beach, of which Lighthouse Beach is the most popular.
The attractions are Watersports, Scuba diving, Herbal body toning massages and Catamaran rides.
Shankumugham Beach is the vast stretch of white sand and the serene atmosphere, away from the crowd in the city, provides all the ingredients for relaxation and for spending an ideal evening. The beach is a sunset watcher’s paradise and looks enchanting with a very attractive sculpture of a mermaid set in white stone.
Padinjarekkara Beach offers a breathtaking view of the confluence of the Bharathapuzha, the Tirur Puzha and the Arabian Sea. The beach is famous for bird watching, as migratory birds are often spotted here. You can also find an amenity center, an amphi-theater and eco shops. The attractions are Water Scooter,Speed Boats Or idle Cruises ,Float out.
Fort Kochi Beach attracts tourists by its pleasant weather and historical influence. The Fort Kochi Beach is reckoned as the Queen of the Arabian Sea. The presence of the Chinese fishing nets is probably the most easily identifiable one. The trees and the greenery on the walkway to the beach add to the serene atmosphere there. This peaceful beach offers a scenic prospect and beautiful spectacle of mother nature to the visitors.
Alleppey Beaches and backwaters are located on the banks of the prismatic Vembanad Lake. The main attraction of the Alleppey backwaters is the overnight journey in the famous Kerala houseboats. These houseboats are as comfortable as any hotel room - sometimes even more luxurious and have open decks. The main attraction of Alleppey is small and big canals, lagoons, green paddy fields, small country boats selling ethnic items – a variety of birds from Kingfisher, sea grate, eagle etc all these makes Alleppey backwaters an unforgettable experience. Sunset viewing, bird watching, village visits, stargazing, witnessing the everyday life of the farmers and fishermen along with visiting the various regions that specialize in the manufacture of certain products like toddy, coir, handicrafts - Alleppey is a handful of an experience to have.
Varkala Beach or Papanasam Beach is the only place in southern Kerala where cliffs are found adjacent to the Arabian Sea. The beach is a great destination for sun-bathing and swimming. The gorgeous views of the dusky sunsets leave all travelers spellbound. Varkala beach is also famous for its natural spring. Varkala offers excellent accommodation facilities for tourists and is fast becoming a popular health resort with many Ayurvedic massage centers.
Poovar Beach and Backwaters is Known for its pristine and virginal beauty, Poovar Beach is haunted by those who love solitude. The main attraction of Poovar is – the backwater river, lake and Arabian sea joining together, which one will not get to see anywhere in Kerala. Poovar beach starts where the backwater ends. backwaters are rich in flora and fauna. While cruising through the Poovar backwaters one can easily spot water birds like Kingfisher, Brahminy Kite, Night Heron, Sea Egret, Black Darter, Indian Cormorant eagle and many more.