Sothavilai beach

The unique experience

Do you crave for a little relaxation that will take you away from the chaos of your city life? If yes, then head towards Sothavilai Beach, the ideal-most spot for getting your quota of rejuvenation. The beach is known for its serene shoreline that sprawls over an unending horizon of pure natural bliss. It is best if you come down with your family to spend some quality time bathing and frolicking around in the calming waters of the sea. Lodged next to the beach is a kiddies park, a spot that will keep your kids busy for hours together. View the majestic sunrise and sunset and forget about your worries at this beach that’s one of the most well-known places to visit in Kanyakumari. 

About Sothavilai Beach

One of Kanyakumari’s most beautiful beaches, the Sothavilai Beach sprawls over a 4 km coastline and is counted as one among the longest shores in Tamil Nadu. It is most famous for its white-colored sands that contrast magically with the azure blue waters of the sea. One can spend an eternity here looking at the wonderful undulating dunes that make up the beach. The waves here are not too rough, and its shallow depth makes it perfect for swimming. Therefore, when opting for tour packages in Kanyakumari, it is recommended to include a visit to this location.

More about the place

There are a whole lot of activities that tourists can plan out when they make a visit down to this beach such as engage in photography of the aquamarine sea, the rising and setting sun, as well as picnic with friends and family. There is also a watchtower that you can visit. There are a few resting shelters where you can sit and simply revel in the beauty of the surroundings. The beach, counted as one of the most alluring places to visit in Kanyakumari is mostly visited for swimming and playing in the water. Even collecting seashells is fun here as they are found quite in large numbers at this beach. 

What else?

The view tower located at the beach allows visitors to view the panorama of the aquamarine sea in its full glory. For anyone that is unaware, this beach was destroyed very badly when the tsunami hit Tamil Nadu way back in 2004. However, it was restored to its pristine condition by the local authorities that toiled day and night to bring back the beach to its glorious form. 

How to reach

Distance in kilometers from - Kanyakumari- 14 kilometers and Nagercoil-14 kilometers