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Kovalam Beach - Kerala

Kovalam, is one of the most beautiful and famous beaches of Kerala. If you're on a Beach tour of Kerala with Kerala Backwater, then Kovalam Beach in Kerala, India, is a must-visit on your Kerala Beach Tour itinerary.

Kovalam Beach - Kerala

Kovalam Beach located 10 Km from the capital of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, consists of three continuous crescent-shaped beaches. The three beaches are called Lighthouse Beach, Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach. All the three beaches have clear sandy expanses and are backed by waving palm trees. A cool sea breeze blows in from the Arabian Sea and the rhythmic waves roll onto the beach, to the delight of paddlers and swimmers. Kovalam is a natural bay on the Arabian Sea coast of Kerala and with its blue waters, white sand and green coconut trees looks like a picture postcard image of a tropical paradise. Enjoy a tropical beach holiday on Kovalam Beach with Kerala Backwater.

You can enjoy many activities on Kovalam Beach. You can swim in the sea, go for a catamaran ride, go surfing, kayaking, windsurfing and parasailing. Relax and sunbathe on the golden sands or let an Ayurvedic masseur massage all your stresses away. There are craft stalls selling souvenirs and restaurants serving delicious seafood along the edge of Kovalam Beach. You're sure to have a memorable holiday on Kovalam Beach on Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater.

Lighthouse Beach is the most popular among the three beaches at Kovalam Kerala. There is a lighthouse located on a promontory at the south end of the beach from where you can see a breathtaking view of the sea and the nearby Vizhinjam Mosque. Hawah Beach is used by local fishermen to moor their boats. You can see the timeless routine of local fishermen as they set out to sea and bring home their catch on Hawah Beach in Kovalam, while on Kerala Beach Tours with Kerala Backwater.

Samudra Beach is the quietest and is ideal for relaxing and sunbathing. Kovalam Beach is very popular with both Indian and international tourists. In some areas the tide is strong and swimmers need to be cautious. Lifeguards are present on the beach. December to March is the best time to visit Kovalam Beach. Thiruvananthapuram international airport about 14 km away, is the nearest airport to Kovalam. Enjoy a tropical holiday on beautiful Kovalam Beach with Kerala Backwater.