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Kovalam Tourism, Kerala

Here's a rejuvenating retreat amidst the crescent shaped beaches & swaying palms

Tourism in Kovalam

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Best time to visit
Sep - Feb
Ideal Duration
4-5 Days
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Starting from
Rs. 2,500
  • Ideal for families
  • Ideal for Couples
  • Backwaters

About Kovalam Tourism 2023

A detailed guide to the 'Paradise of the South' based on real traveler experiences

Kovalam is a coastal town, which is known as the ‘Paradise of the South’. Kovalam tourism is all about its beaches and exquisite monuments. In fact, tourists often find themselves getting hypnotized by its beauty. Not only tourists but also people from around Kovalam go there to rejuvenate themselves. It is especially known for its crescent-shaped beaches, namely the Hawa Beach, the Lighthouse Beach and the Samudra Beach, which are only some of the best points of interest.

Being close to Thiruvananthapuram, which is the capital of Kerala, it is easily accessible to those traversing by sea as it is located on the southwest coast of India facing the Arabian Sea, which explains the abundant number of beaches.

Tourism in Kovalam is growing at a fast pace, with more and more people going there every year. The rich culture and the way some of the festivals are celebrated there, you will be overwhelmed by the diversity in this town and the harmony that surrounds people. Here, one can also get a chance to enjoy water sports and shopping. Though, there isn’t much of a nightlife in Kovalam, but there are some splendid places to sit and watch the sun go down.

A place bustling with activity, Kovalam will never make you feel lonely. Kovalam tourism is boosted during the months from November to February. That is the best time to visit Kovalam.

Top Beaches in Kovalam

Being one of the best places for people who are in quest of tranquility, leisure and sun bathing, Kovalam is famed as an international beach destination among tourists.

Head to the crescent shaped Kovalam Beach for plenty of activities, including sunbathing, body massages, swimming, and to attend some cultural programs. While, cherish the picturesque beauty and verdant environs along the coastline of Pozhikkara Beach. Vizhinjam Beach, Hawa Beach and Chowara Beach are best places to indulge in fishing. Other than that, one can always visit Grove Beach, Lighthouse Beach and more for some breathtaking views.

Ayurvedic Massages in Kovalam

Some of the main attractions for tourism in Kovalam, besides the beaches, are the ayurvedic and yoga retreats. On an excursion to Kovalam, one can make a visit to a few of the best ayurvedic massage centres, like: Divya The Health Spa, Amritha Ayurvedic Centre, and more. A perfect place to connect with oneself and nature, a visit to these therapeutic centres is truly an enriching experience.

Honeymoon in Kovalam

A perfect mix of misty hills, dreamy beaches, and luxury honeymoon resorts, Kovalam is really a treat for newlyweds. Being a coastal town in the Arabian Sea, one can visit to Kovalam for honeymoon during the months of winter.

Choose to savour some peaceful moments with your love partner along the Lighthouse Beach- famous for the blue waters and swaying palms, Kovalam Beach- for its sublime beauty and mesmerizing sunset views, Vellayani Lake for tranquility, and the list goes on.  

Water Sports in Kovalam

Crammed with a bounty of splendid beaches, Kovalam let tourists enjoy some adventure activities, besides breathtaking views and blissful moments to cherish. Here is a chance to let your heart pound and satiate that inherent adrenaline junkie in you while partaking in activities like: parasailing, windsurfing, snorkelling, and whatnot!

Nightlife in Kovalam

The spellbinding town of Kovalam has got some hip and swanky nightclubs and bars where you can enjoy the electrifying nightlife. The most popular places are The Sky Bar in Leela Kempinski, Neera Bar in the Taj, and The Bar. Get grooving to the best music and a great atmosphere with a variety of drinks. Get pampered with delicious and delectable food. Loosen yourself and surrender to the soothing and soft music with drinks and lip-smacking food. The nightlife in Kovalam is not a showy affair rather it is subtle and easy-going. So, visit Kovalam and enjoy the subtlety of the place with a great and cozy ambiance. 

Places to Eat in Kovalam

Brimming with plethora of cafes and restaurants, an excursion to this place is meant to treat your taste buds to scrumptious cuisines, like: Puttu, Kappa, Karimeen, and some other famous food in Kovalam. Take our recommendation, and visit famous places, such as German Bakery and Waves Restaurant, Suprabhatam, Malabar Cafe and more which serve a range of South Indian and European dishes that are mouth-watering.  

Places to Stay in Kovalam

No excursion can be best enjoyed had the accommodation offered monotonous views and lacked basic facilities. So, go through our recommendation list, and try to book a stay in places like: Poovar Island Resort, The Leela Kovalam Beach, Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Resort, or any other resort located near Kovalam.  

Kovalam was once and still remains a haven for hippies and every year, there is an influx of backpackers from Europe and Israel. The number of visitors from European countries increased as the Halcyon Castle was built on the orders of Queen Maharani Sethu Lakshmi Bayi, who entertained people from Europe. The Europeans discovered the underlying beauty of the town and thereafter, started visiting it more often. They come in search of a new culture and heritage.

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By Air

A lot of people prefer traveling by air as it feels more hassle-free and less time-consuming. Car, train or bus journeys can get really tiring, rendering one without energy for the whole day. When you have to reach Kovalam by air, you must take a flight to the Trivandrum International Airport in Thiruvananthapuram, which is the nearest airport to Kovalam. The airport is just about twelve kilometers away from mainland Kovalam. From Chennai, it will take you an hour to reach Kovalam, from Bangalore too, it takes about just an hour and from Mumbai, it takes about two hours and 10 minutes.

By Train

On how to reach Kovalam by train, here are some tips that will act as a guide for you. The railway station that is the closest to Kovalam is the Trivandrum Central Railway Station. From there, you can take a cab or hop on a bus to Kovalam. The Station is just fifteen kilometers away from Kovalam, so it will take you about half an hour to forty minutes (depending on the traffic) to reach the main city. This Station has trains plying from all major cities in India, which makes it easier for a person to reach the beautiful city of Kovalam. There are direct trains to Trivandrum Railway Station from cities like Bombay (almost 18 hours), Chennai (11 hours), and Bangalore (16 hours). For those wondering how to reach Kovalam, the duration via train may seem long, but it is an inexpensive mode of transport.

By Road

You can also reach Kovalam by bus or by driving on your own. You will be able to find buses from all nearby cities like Bangalore, Madurai, Chennai, and Nagercoil, to mention a few. A bus journey with friends, family, or even a solo trip can really make one retrospect on their lives while simultaneously enjoying the landscape. You can always rent a car to reach Kovalam from nearby places. Some companies even offer cab services, but those may not always be a good option to opt for. It will surely feel more independent to rent a car and have the freedom of taking it anywhere you want. There is no binding in that but on the other hand, you can save up on other costs such as those of a taxi or buses within Kovalam.

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    Dhananjayshingne

    Pune

    Dhananjayshingne's 6 days trip to Kovalam

    We planned our Kerala trip with Travel Triangle and Wondersky Travels. Hotels for Kochi was below average, Hotel in Munnar was the only hotel in entire trip which we felt great. Hotel for Thekkady was 12 kms away from Thekkady when we finished our activities in Thekkady we couldn't explore local ma
    rket as the hotel was 12 kms away from town and we had to go there. Houseboat in Allepy was of average quality. Although the houseboat staff was very polite and helpful we didn't felt that bad. Hotel in Kovalam was pathetic. The room which we got initially when we reached was very bad and smelly the linen and towels were very dirty and bathroom was in very bad condition. Our entire time for that day after check in got spoiled in bad mood. We called Sandeep from wondersky and explained the situation about room then he asked for images on whatsapp as proofs and had to ask him to change the room and all. Then he upgraded our room to a good room. The cab driver was friendly.
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    Chiranjitdutta

    Bengaluru

    Chiranjitdutta's 6 days trip to Kovalam

    Hotels were good but really had issue with the driver. Travel agent tried to help with all the queries but can be improved.
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    Kavitha Varadha Reddy

    New delhi

    Kavitha's 8 days trip to Kovalam

    Had a good trip.The staff in all the hotels were good.
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    Shrikant More

    Pune

    Shrikant's 5 days trip to Kovalam

    I recently availed a travel package from 7C Destination - Ranjith helped us book the package, and while most of the experience was positive, there were a few drawbacks that I would like to highlight. Positives: Cab Driver: Sudhish, our cab driver, was exceptional. He was not only professional but
    also incredibly helpful and down-to-earth, making our journey smooth and enjoyable. Hotels: The hotels included in the package were excellent, providing great comfort and hospitality. Negatives: Houseboat Experience: Unfortunately, the houseboat experience was a major letdown. Not a single sightseeing activity was covered during the houseboat trip. The houseboat remained docked in a village where the crew seemed to be engaged in other work. Before the trip, we were promised a village tour, an optional powerboat ride, and then a return for a night stay. However, the crew moved at a very slow pace, and we ended up spending the night in the same village without fulfilling the promised activities. To make matters worse, we were dropped off early the next morning without any sightseeing. I hope 7C Destination takes these concerns seriously to ensure a better experience for future travelers.
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    Manojwadhwa

    New delhi

    Manojwadhwa's 5 days trip to Kovalam

    It was a good experience for us . Everything was going gud but in the last day of my trip our driver dailed call to his company and the another person talked to us and his behaviour was very rude and loud that made a disappointement to us . Misleading was also there in bit places Rest the trip wa
    s gud Hope these kinda problems will not face next tym . Thanks ! Best memories includes Aranyanka Resort vist , House boat visit , Elephant Safari & Cherai beach .
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    Ashish

    New delhi

    Ashish's 5 days trip to Kovalam

    Best trip...7c destination agent was great...faced no issue...driver was great and helpful
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    Manoj Gaikwad

    Pune

    Manoj's 5 days trip to Kovalam

    Excellent organise. Cab driver is very much supportive and very punctual. Jungle safari was excellent at both the location Munnar and Thekkady.
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    Kochharritesh

    Amritsar

    Kochharritesh's 6 days trip to Kovalam

    We had a wonderful experience, and the support provided by Comfort Destination representative Mr. Robin was exceptional. However, the houseboat experience could be improved by ensuring the air conditioning is switched on before the client’s arrival. This small step would help eliminate humidity and
    make the boarding experience much more comfortable. Travelling with very cooperative driver Mr. Shaji.
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    Vkspqrtons

    Pune

    Vkspqrtons's 4 days trip to Kovalam

    Went on kerla trip for 5 days. It was a wondefull experience. Cab and hotels were very clean. Driver helped us visit all the spots in a planned way. All extra payments were prior informed in the quotation so no hidden charges. looking forward to plan future trips with traveltriangle.
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    Shesharaj

    Chennai

    Shesharaj's 4 days trip to Kovalam

    It was aa good time we spent together with the help of travel agent alan

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    Where to stay in Kovalam?

    Beaches being the major tourist attractions, Kovalam offers a number of beachside budget resorts which are preferred by tourists from all over the world. Moreover, the city does have plenty of hotels and guest houses as well.

    Where and what to eat while in Kovalam?

    There are many restaurants along the beachfront at Lighthouse Beach. The days catch is usually laid in front of them in the evening for those who like fish. The specialty of the area is Chicken Fry. Fried chicken in a red masala paste with freshly cut chillis. Vegetable sambal, paratha (a richer version of roti), beef fry and fish fry are commonly available.

    Why is Kovalam beach famous?

    The Kovalam Beach is famous for pristine surroundings consisting of soft sand, clear waters, and fringed palms. The beach is also known to have low tidal waves which makes it perfect for swimming. The beach is also known for spellbinding sunsets. 

     

    Why is Kovalam sand black?

    The color of the sand in Kovalam is black due to the existence of Ilmenite and Monazite. Also due to the black color, the sand heats up quickly and making it difficult to walk on the beach on a sunny day.

     

    What can I buy in Kovalam?

    The popular things one can buy from Kovalam are books, sarongs, spices such as saffron, cardamom, coriander, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Other things to buy are Tibetan handicrafts, shells, local handlooms, and handicrafts. 

     

    How many beaches are there in Kovalam?

    The famous beaches in Kovalam are Kovalam Beach, Pozhikkara Beach, Vizhinjam Beach, Samudra Beach, Ashoka Beach, Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach, Grove Beach, and Shanghumukham Beach. 

     

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