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Alappuzha Beach - Top Rated Beach of Kerala

5 Top-Rated Beaches of Kerala (2024)

Kerala is God’s Own Country. Blessed with an abundance of nature, Kerala has a beautiful coastline that needs no introduction. Interlinked with the serene backwaters of Kerala, the beaches serve to connect an elaborate network of water bodies in the state. From enjoying the azure blue waters of the Bekal Beach to connecting to the backwaters at the Allapuzha Beach, there is a favorite beach for everyone who visits Kerala.

Here are some of the best golden-sandy beaches to check out in Kerala.

5 Top-Rated Beaches of Kerala

1. Alappuzha Beach

One of the most famous beaches of Kerala, the Alappuzha Beach, is also known as the Alleppey Beach. This favorite getaway is known for its beautiful scenery and the 150 years old pier that stretches into the sea. This pier is a popular photography spot, and you will find many couples gathered here to watch the sunrise and sunset. Alappuzha Beach - Top Rated Beach of Kerala

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Picnicking under the palm groves that line this beach is a popular option for people visiting the beach. The famous Sand Art Festival and the Alappuzha Beach Festival are two of the most important events that take place at this beach.

There are many water sports to enjoy at the Alappuzha Beach as it connects to the backwaters. Surfing, boat races, parasailing, motorboat riding, and many other fun activities allow you to explore the terrain around the beach yourself. In fact, the water sports being conducted at the Emerald Backwaters are famous amongst tourists, and many even opt to rent one of the many houseboats here to spend some time enjoying the view from the Alappuzha Beach.

The Alappuzha Beach is also famous for holding the Snake Boat Races that take place during the Onam festival.

2. Varkala Beach

Popularly referred to as the Cliff Beach of Kerala, the Varkala Beach is located around ten kilometers from the town of Varkala. The beach, also known as the Papanasam Beach, is well-known for offering solitude and is less crowded than the other commercial beaches of Kerala. Set against the backdrop of the Arabian Sea and the majestic cliffs, this beach is unique in that the sedimentary formation peaks present here cannot be found on any other beach of Kerala and the remaining coastline is nearly all flat.

The Varkala Beach is divided into two parts, with the southern part of the beach located at the end of the road that leads to the Janardhana Swamy Temple and is considered to be a very sacred place of worship for Hindus. Many visitors to the temple often come to take a stroll at the beach after offering their prayers at the temple.
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On the northern side of the beach, at the bottom of the cliff, there is a natural mineral water spring that is well worth a visit.

The waters of the Varkala Beach is known to have medicinal and curative properties, and it is believed that taking a dip in the holy water will clean your body of any impurities and all sins. This is why the beach is also known as the Papanasam beach, meaning the destroyer of sins.

The best time to visit the Varkala Beach is between late December and March.

3. Muzhappilangad Beach

The Muzhappilangad Beach is the drive-in beach of Kerala. Located in the Thalassery region, the Muzhappilangad Beach is known as the biggest drive-in beach in all of India. The beach runs parallel to NH66 and is a huge tourist attraction. This serene and beautiful drive-in beach is renowned for the many water sports and activities that take place here. It is the only beach in India where you can drive your car through the golden sands of the beach and take in the unforgettable views of the sunrise and sunset.

There are many eateries located in and around the Muzhappilangad Beach, and you can enjoy a quick snack here as you take in the pristine terrain surrounding the beach. The Muzhappilangad Beach is also a popular family getaway.
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There is a fun-filled beach festival that is celebrated during the month of April, and youngsters from all over Kerala flock to this beach to take part in activities like car stunts, drifting, wheeling on bikes, and many water sports like parasailing, surfing, and others. The festival is known as the Muzhappilangad Beach Fest.

Located about 200 meters from the Muzhappilangad Beach is a small private island known as Dharmadam, which is a beautiful and isolated destination for those who want to enjoy the lush greenery all around.

4. Bekal Beach

The Bekal Beach is another exciting and stunning beach in Kerala, located in the Kasaragod district. The beach is spread out over an area of 36 acres and is famous for being home to the Bekal Fort. This is why it is often known as the Bekal Fort Beach as well. In fact, you get to experience some of the most breathtaking views of the beach and the surrounding waters from the top of the fort. Apart from the Bekal Fort, there is a rock garden nearby that many tourists like to explore while visiting the beach. The rock garden is located just one kilometer away from the beach.

While Bekal Beach is not a completely secluded beach, but at the same time, it is not as crowded as the other commercial beaches in Kerala. There is also a garden located on the beach, which is a popular picnic spot for families.
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This beautiful beach and the nearby attractions are managed by the Social Forestry Scheme. You can also visit the Bekal Beach after sunset as the beach remains well-illuminated for people to undertake evening and night walks here.

The best time of the year to visit the Bekal Beach is between September to February as the weather at this time remains pleasant throughout the day.

5. Cherai Beach

The Cherai Beach in Kochi is one of the best-voted beaches of Kerala. This beautiful and well-maintained beach is located around 30 kilometers from the center of Kochi city.

The beach is located very strategically in the northern part of the Vypin Island in Kochi, thus making it the perfect meeting point of the backwaters and the sea.

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The beach is surrounded by lush greenery, and it is one of the best beaches to collect seashells of all shapes and sizes. The coastline here runs for nearly 15 kilometers, making it one of the more longer beaches in Kerala.

The Cherai Beach is one of the cleanest beaches of Kerala, and it is ideal for sunbathing. It is not advisable to go for a swim in the water here due to the presence of intense undercurrents.

The beach is excellent for adventure lovers as well as there are various water sports that take place here, including surfing, parasailing, canoeing, snorkeling, and others. You can also take scooters, speed boats, and canoes on rent at the beach.

Kite flying is one very popular activity at the Cherai Beach, and you will find many vendors selling kites of all colors and sizes on the beach itself.

The best time to visit the Cherai Beach is during the months of October to March when the weather is pleasant, and humidity is low.

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