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Beautiful sandy coastlines, enchanting sunrises and sunsets, pleasant weather, and swaying cashew trees make the colourful beaches in Kovalam very popular. Loaded with scenic beauty, they offer unparalleled experience and idyllic traditional Kerala hospitality to visitors from all over the world. The beautiful town of Kovalam is steeped in history, vibrant culture, and distinctive local art forms and has a distinct charm of the colonial era. The downright influence of the exuberant Dutch, Portuguese, British, and Mysore culture is still noticeable in the town and can intrigue history buffs. Kovalam features an impressive lineup of beaches that attract tourists from across the world, and offer fun activities for family and friends.
Being a coastal city, Kovalam witnesses a tropical climate round the year, and the best time to visit Kovalam is, however, during the months of October and February, when the weather remains pleasant and sunny, making it the perfect environment for nature lovers to enjoy the beaches. Months of November and December bring out the true natural grandeur of the coastal city. Book a hotel in Kovalam to enjoy the beauty that all of the beaches have in store.
Visiting this place during this time also provides the visitors with a chance to glance at some of the major festivals like ‘Adoor Gajamela’ and ‘Pongal’ that are beautifully celebrated in Kovalam. However, if you like a peaceful holiday and are seeking solitude away from the touristy crowd, then monsoon months of July to September would be an ideal time for you to plan a Kovalam holiday trip, when you can also enjoy the rain-soaked greenery, numerous water sports at the enchanting beaches and get some great discounts and offers on hotels and spa and massage treatments. You can relax at sunset points to round off your vacation days as well!
Kovalam Beach consists of three pretty crescent-shaped beaches, namely, Lighthouse Beach, Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach marked by narrow lanes with wide courtyards for drying fish and thatched dwellings with dry coconut leaves. The heavenly paradise is a group of several family beaches situated 13km away from Trivandrum, and continues to enchant and enthral its visitors round the year. Book a hotel in Kovalam to explore these beaches and have good time with family and friends.
These bewitching beaches are best for those who want to take a break from the crowded mainstream beaches and opt for some secluded spots, to truly appreciate the beauty and serenity and enjoy a nice relaxing holiday amidst the beach’s natural environs.
Lighthouse Beach is the largest and most popular of the family beaches in Kovalam. The beach houses a 30-meter high Vizhinjam lighthouse at the Southern end of the stretch and is surrounded by many opulent hotels, restaurants, lodges and shops. The lighthouse is erected using stones and painted in red and white horizontal stripes, and also features an observation platform which can be reached by climbing a series of 142 stairs. Once atop, one can admire the Beemapalli Mosque in one direction and the Poovar in the other. The Lighthouse Beach is safe for swimming and ideal for fun activities like parasailing, surfing, boating and paragliding.
It is visited round the year by travellers and locals alike who come to enjoy the spectacular view of the moon-shaped beach and the Vizhinjam mosque in the vicinity. Book Kovalam hotels at the earliest possible instance if the idea is to visit this place in the near future,
If you are simply a casual traveller and love to enjoy the company of nature’s bliss, this is one of the finest beaches to sit back and unwind. You can check into one of the top beach resorts from where you can get a clear sight of sunrise and sunset. Lighthouse Beach is famous for the promising view of the sunsets with the backdrop of red laterite cliffs overlooking the Arabian Sea.
Apart from sightseeing, swimming and lip-smacking Kerala cuisines, there are several fun activities at Kovalam beach which are really pleasurable. These include water diving, parasailing, wind surfing, fishing and a lot more. Around the beach, you can also find many Ayurveda resorts that offer numerous packages and therapies from which you can select the one that best fits your need and budget. Family beaches like these are definitely the perfect getaway for holiday seekers and leisure travellers looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. You can also relish local cuisines from beach side restaurants that provide grilled seafood items such as lobster, king prawns, oysters and calamari that are sourced fresh from the sea. Book Kovalam hotels in the area to enjoy a hearty beach holiday.
Location: Light House Beach Road, Near Malabar Restaurant, Kovalam
Activities/Attractions: Beemapalli mosque, Lighthouse, swimming, surfing, parasailing, paragliding, boating, Ayurvedic massages, seafood, walking and photography.
Hawah beach continues to be among one of the best family beaches in Kovalam. This beach is located in the middle of Kovalam’s three beaches, and acts as a base for the local fishermen. It has also managed to preserve its old-world charm throughout all the changing times. The Hawah Beach features a few simple wooden fishing vessels and has some amazing sunset points along its vast sandy stretches that are fringed by swaying palm trees on one side and rippling water on the other side. Book Kovalam beach hotels in the area and start planning a trip to this paradise right now.
The emerald-green backwaters, the deep blue sea, breathtaking sunsets amidst the fishing villages, boats lining the seashore and the golden sanded beach typical of other Kovalam beaches makes it truly unique. There are a lot of eateries lined up on the shore, offering a plethora of mouth-watering options. Revel in the stunning coastline by taking a walk, devour scrumptious seafood found at the shacks near the beaches, bask under the golden sun or take a long boat ride. The water currents at the beach are very strong and hence it is advised to swim only in certain parts. Overall, this beach is perfect for those looking for some tranquility and relaxation.
Location: Opposite Lighthouse Beach, Kovalam
Activities/Attractions: Walking, swimming, sunbathing, local delicacies, fishing, shopping, sunrise and sunset cruises and photography
Samudra Beach is one of the other most visited beaches in Kovalam, and can be accessed only by taking a detour past the Kovalam Junction. It is an awesome sight to watch waves crash on the rocks below, as you walk along the stretch of sea wall here and admire the golden rays of the setting sun from the many sunset points. Long walks by the coastline, sunbathing, surfing, beach volleyball and swimming are some of the fun activities that can be enjoyed at the beach.
The beach also has private cottages and resorts where you can relax while relishing the breathtaking view of the lush green, palm fringed surroundings of coconut trees. Head to the poolside bar or shacks in any of the resorts or beaches for a cocktail, check out the traditional Kerala Ayurvedic massage in a spa or watch the sunset on the beach from one of the sunset points, before heading back to your place of stay and enjoy the cuisine prepared from local seafood and organic produce. So, it is time to book Kovalam beach hotels to enjoy a hearty summer vacation.
This beach derives its name from the Hotel Samudra run by the Kerala Tourism Department. Unlike the two other beaches of Kovalam, this beach is secluded and not thronged by crowds, and has thus managed to retain its beauty and serenity. This beach is most preferred by the local fishermen for fishing, and you can always watch them in action. One can see many ships far out in the sea which makes for a beautiful view from the shore.
Locations: Kovalam
Activities/Attractions: Swimming, surfing, parasailing, paragliding, boating, Ayurvedic massages, seafood and photography
All in all, the charming family beaches in Kovalam serve as a promising getaway from the dreary city life and provide a quaint and naturalistic paradise full of azure waterways, vibrant culture and natural grandeur. An enchanting destination in ‘God’s Own Country’ Kerala, Kovalam is a true paradise for nature lovers, photo fanatics and wanderers. From sunset viewing, bird watching and stargazing to visiting local villages and witnessing the everyday life of the farmers and fishermen, Kovalam Beach is one of the most pleasant experiences to have once in a lifetime. For all those who seek a bit of adventure in their trip, surfing, boating, swimming and other fun activities are also available, making Kovalam Beach a favourite haunt for trekkers, adventure freaks and casual holiday seekers. Book a Kovalam beach hotel and get to experience the very best of Kovalam.
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April 15, 2024 
