Poovar Beach and Backwaters

Poovar Beach offers one a wonderful view of the formation of the backwaters. The golden sands are home to some of the best picnic spots in the area. This area is located at the juncture of the Neyyar River joining with the Arabian Sea. Boating trips in the area are exquisite and can be arranged at nominal rates. Located 12 km from Kovalam in Thiruvananthapuram, here one gets to see a slice of life in a coastal village. It is a beautiful location that is garnering more attention with each passing year.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Thiruvananthapuram, about 23 km away

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 25 km away

Where to Stay

Resort

Over The Hill

Uchakada P.O.
471-2212300
9446533608, 9446853608

Approximate Distance: 2.14 KM

Homestay

MINI VILLA

-9495044185 9497834185
9447890650

Approximate Distance: 5.86 KM

Hotel

Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra, Kovalam

Poovar - Vizhinjam Road
Vizhinjam
471-2267333
8589982204, 8045104510, 8045104520

Approximate Distance: 7.87 KM

Resort

Poovar Island Resort

K.P. VII/911
Pozhiyoor
471-2212068 2212069, 2212073
8086677082, 8943338905

Approximate Distance: 2.5 KM

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Location

Latitude: 8.318174, Longitude: 77.062383