Lighthouse Beach

The Unique Experience

Do you know why Kovalam Beach is famed among travelers of all creeds and kinds? Well, it is its beautiful beaches like the Lighthouse Beach that cast their magical spell, hooking everyone instantly. The first and the foremost reason why one must come here is this palm-fringed beach, widely known among all as Lighthouse Beach. It boasts of a red and white banded 35-meter high lighthouse that looks contrasting against the sea’s blue waters. One can reach the top of the lighthouse using a winding staircase. An ideal spot for engaging in photography sessions, this beach is more frequented than others by hordes of tourists. It’s Kovalam’s best viewpoint. So, if you are planning to go for the Trivandrum tour packages, just have a try to visit this beautiful place also.

About Lighthouse Beach

Offering visitors an eclectic combo of swinging palm trees, shimmering sands, and rhapsodic blue waves, this beach is a one-stop joint for all nature fanatics at Kovalam and is considered one of the most attractive places to visit in Trivandrum. Featuring one of the state’s most gargantuan lighthouses that acts as a vantage point for viewing its long coastline, the Lighthouse Beach can proudly be called a jewel. The lighthouse stands bravely on the rugged cape of the Kurumkal Hill and looks spectacular. One can spend hours and hours together relaxing, walking, and taking part in a variety of water sports that are the USP of this beach. Surfing, paragliding, to kayaking, one has many options to try. 

Vizhinjam Lighthouse-the legend 

Do you know what is this beach named after? Well, it is the famous lighthouse lodged atop the palm-fringed Kurumkal Hill. From the summit of the lighthouse, it is not uncommon for people to be left in awe when they come face to face with the serene beauty that unfolds before them. 

More About the Place

The beach is a paradise for foodies as there are a number of shacks that dot it, each serving more delectable seafood than the other. Other attractions to lure visitors are the authentic massage parlors and spas that offer numerous Ayurvedic packages. There are also many nature centers offering therapeutic treatments for back and spine pain. 

What else?

Watching sunrise and sunset at this beach is a treat one cannot miss while staying at one of the many resorts. Water is always comfortable to swim and take a skinny dip. 

Kovalam Lighthouse entry time

Counted as one of the prime places to visit in Trivandrum, the lighthouse is open for the public on all days between 3 pm to 6 pm. 

How to reach

Distance in kilometers from - Trivandrum Central - 11 km and Trivandrum Airport-10 km.