Strände in Kochi

Beaches and Coastal Retreats

This collection highlights the diverse shoreline of Vypeen Island near Kochi. It features Cherai Beach, where the sea meets the backwaters, and Kuzhupilly Beach, accessed via scenic routes through traditional prawn farms. The list also includes Puthuvype, home to one of India’s tallest lighthouses, and quieter stretches like Valappu and Edavanakkadu. These locations offer a mix of sandy shores, maritime landmarks, and coastal resorts situated between the Arabian Sea and the inland lagoons.

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Cherai Beach

Cherai Beach is located in Cherai in the northern side of Vypin Island, a suburb of the city Kochi in the state of Kerala, India.

Vypeen Beach

Located at the southern tip of Vypeen Island near the Cochin Port entrance.

Kuzhupilly Beach

Reached through a narrow road flanked by backwaters and prawn farms. It is a frequent venue for kite festivals.

Puthuvype Beach

Site of the Puthuvype Lighthouse, one of the tallest in the country, and an expansive sandy shoreline.

Valappu Beach

A quiet stretch of coastline on Vypeen Island known for its proximity to traditional fishing settlements.

Club Mahindra

A beachfront resort situated between the Arabian Sea and the Kerala backwaters in Cherai.

Edavanakkadu Beach

A secluded coastal area on Vypeen Island characterized by its natural sand dunes and local fishing activity.