BEACHES OF CENTRAL KERALA
If you are flying in or out of Cochin airport and want some time at the beach then the beaches of central Kerala are ideal. The coastline of central Kerala is currently undeveloped and quiet with few accommodation options and no beach bars or restaurants. The area with the greatest choice of accommodation is around the village of Mararikulam. Mararikulam is just over an hour south of Fort Cochin on a strip of land between the sea and Vembanad Lake. It is a good location as it offers the opportunity to visit the backwaters and Cochin. Alleppey is thought of as a backwater town but is also on the coast and has a beach. There are also beaches north of Cochin – but with even fewer accommodation options.

Please note: India is a developing country and fish are an important food source in Kerala. This means that fishing takes place all along the coast and, while it may be interesting to watch the catch being brought in, you must also be aware that this local activity does mean that the beaches have all kinds of debris on them. The beach resorts do their best to keep their own beach fronts clean but tidal movements mean that this cannot be guaranteed. You may prefer to swim and lounge at the hotel pool.