District: Thiruvananthapuram, State: Kerala, India Area: 0 Languages Spoken: Malayalam, English Long Distance Code: +91-471 Importance: world famous beach Best Time to Visit: September to March
Description
Around 15 kms from the state capital of Thiruvananthapuram is the one of the most famous beaches of India, for local as well as international tourists, the Kovalam Beach. The small village of Kovalam came into limelight due to its beautiful beaches; those were thronged by tourists from all over the world. The uniqueness of the beaches was what attracted the tourists to this tiny village. <br />Kovalam in the local language means, place fringed with coconut palms, and indeed it is. Kovalam is full of coconut trees and soothing seashore, one of the best in India for swimming and other water sports. <br />The beaches of Kovalam are in a crescent like shape and can be divided in three parts. To the south is the most popular beach known as the lighthouse beach. One can have a spectacular view of the Vizhinzam Mosque from here. The northern most beach is known as the Samudra Beach and in between lies the beach called Hawah. While the other two beaches are mostly used for fishing purposes, it is only the Lighthouse beach that is full of tourists day in and out. <br />The soothing sand, the cool breeze and the beautiful sea, is the best place to relax. Kovalam beach offers many other options for relaxation such as the Ayurvedic massage parlours and Yoga classes. To top all the wonderful sea cuisine to cheer one's palate is always there. <br />The nights on the beaches are enlivened with the traditional Kathakali dance performances and various other folk forms of art performed by the local artists.
Location
It is located at a distance of around 15 kms from the capital of the state of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
Backwater and Beach Delight / PI-0227 (6 Days / 5 Nights) Kochi-Alappuzha-Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram
Experience some of the most picturesque places of India with this delightful tour that takes you on a trip to visit some of the most enthralling beaches of India. In addition, you can indulge your body in some rejuvenating ayurvedic spa treatments specialist of the region that will enliven your mind, body and soul to its best.
Detailed Itinerary Day 1 : Kochi Day 2 : Kochi Day 3 : Kochi - Alappuzha Day 4 : Alappuzha - Kovalam Day 5 : Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram Day 6 : Thiruvananthapuram
Beautiful Kerala / PI-0286 (13 Days / 12 Nights) Kochi-Munnar-Thekkady-Kumarakom-Alappuzha-Kovalam-Delhi
From Kochi to Kumarakom to Kovalam, get ready to experience some of the most beautiful and fascinating sites of Southern India. Spend your time visiting picturesque backwaters and quaint little villages and churches while indulging in spa and ayurveda therapies.
Detailed Itinerary Day 1 : Kochi Day 2 : Kochi Day 3 : Kochi-Munnar Day 4 : Munnar Day 5 : Munnar-Thekkady Day 6 : Thekkady Day 7 : Thekkady-Kumarakom Day 8 : Kumarakom Day 9 : Kumarakom-Alappuzha Day 10 : Alappuzha-Kovalam Day 11 : Kovalam Day 12 : Kovalam Day 13 : Kovalam-Delhi
Serene Kerala – The beauty within… / PI-0294 (13 Days / 12 Nights) Mumbai-Kochi-Munnar-Thekkady-Kumarakom-Alappuzha-Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram-Mumbai
This tiny strip of land on the western coast of India, is fondly called as God's own Country! And surely it is as one realizes upon reaching Kerala.
Lush green fields, dense forests, rivers, vast sea coast with the calm life on the back waters and auyrveda and Yoga healings, are enough to lure any traveller to Kerala.
Come, take a plunge in to natural bliss!! Come to Exotic Kerala!
Detailed Itinerary Day 1 : Mumbai Day 2 : Mumbai Day 3 : Mumbai-Kochi Day 4 : Kochi-Munnar Day 5 : Munnar Day 6 : Munnar-Thekkady Day 7 : Thekkady Day 8 : Thekkady-Kumarakom Day 9 : Kumarakom - Alappuzha Day 10 : Alappuzha - Kovalam Day 11 : Kovalam Day 12 : Kovalam Day 13 : Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram-Mumbai