Karungulam

Chettikulam Beach

Good for Relax

7.6

/ 10 Very good

#52 out of 184
in Tamil Nadu

About

Chettikulam Beach is located on the Laccadive Sea (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 52th place out of 184 beaches in the Tamil Nadu region 617.7 km away from its center, the city of Chennai. It is one of the beaches of Chettikulam settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Chettikulam Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Chettikulam Beach, which has a rating of 7.6.

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Historical

+32 ^oC +28 ^oC

Air temperature

12.1 M/S

Wind

+28 ^oC

Water temperature

2.1 M

Wave height

Chettikulam, Tamil Nadu,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Chettikulam Beach is located in Tamil Nadu within Chettikulam, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"This is one of the best beaches I have ever been to. The water is incredibly clean and the view is breathtaking. From here, you can even see the Thiruvalluvar statue. It's the perfect spot for jogging, swimming, and spending a relaxing Sunday. The only downside is that there are no shops nearby the beach."

Samarth Patel

"If you're looking for a secluded beach with fewer crowds and simply want to relax and soak up the sun, this is the perfect spot. There are limited parking spaces available, and the road leading to the beach is a bit rough. However, the beach itself is incredibly pristine. You can easily see its cleanliness through the photos."

Soren I. K.

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Photo of Chettikulam Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Chettikulam Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Chettikulam Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Chettikulam Beach and the settlement

Photo of Chettikulam Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

TRV• 85.3km
Madan Pillai Dharmam...• 7.4km
Kanniyakumari• 10.9km

Localities

Chettikulam• 1km
Chennai• 617.7km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Chettikulam Beach?

The coastline of Chettikulam Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Chettikulam Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Chettikulam Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Chettikulam Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Chettikulam Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Chettikulam Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Chettikulam Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Chettikulam Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Chettikulam Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Chettikulam Beach?

Chettikulam Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

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Is there any food or beverages in the area of Chettikulam Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Chettikulam Beach.

How far is the Chettikulam Beach from parking?

The Chettikulam Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Chettikulam Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Chettikulam Beach is May. Its average value reaches 33°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Chettikulam Beach (Tamil Nadu) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Chettikulam Beach (Tamil Nadu) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.