Kovalam Beach – Kerela

Kovalam is a village in the southern state of Kerala in India. It is located about 17 km from Thiruvananthapuram.

Kovalam is famous for its beaches, among the most pristine in India. Kovalam is extremely popular among western tourist due to shallow waters and low tidal waves. It is also one of the oldest tourist enclave in India, which known among tourist circuit right in 1930s. Kovalam shot into limelight in the early seventies with arrivals of the masses of hippies. That started the transformation of a casual fishing village of Kerala into one of the most important tourist destinations in all India- the Kovalam beach.

Kovalam has 3 major beaches in its 17 km coastline. The southernmost, known as the Lighthouse Beach is the most popular of the three. Many hotels, restaurants, lodges and shops are located here. It is frequented by outsiders who stay and enjoy Kovalam.

What to Do?

Ayurveda Message & Treatments – Kovalam offers vast options of Ayurveda Resort’s and message center’s.

Surfing – Some fine waves from time to time (0.5 – 2 meters). You can hire surf boards and body boards on the beach Body boarding can be enjoyed by anyone. Surfing takes a bit more skill. It is wise to follow the life-guards’ instructions as there are some strong currents that can suddenly whisk the unwary out to sea.

Wooden Boat Ride – At Kovalam’s Main Beach you can go out on the ocean with a traditional Catamaran. These ancient boats are rowed with a bamboo paddle and maneuvered by experienced local fishermen. The best time for going snorkeling from the boat is in the early morning. Most romantic are the “sunset cruises”.