Beaches

Padinjarekkara Beach Situated at the end of the Tipu Sultan road near Ponnani in Malappuram district, the Padinjarekkara Beach offers a breathtaking view of the confluence of the Bharathapuzha, the Tirur Puzha and the Arabian Sea. Tourists visiting this spectacular beach have the option to enjoy a ride on water scooters or speed boats and they can also munch on tidbits at the floating coffee shop here. The beach is famous for bird watching, as migratory birds are often spotted here. You can also find an amenity centre, an amphitheatre and eco shops.

Location: 17 km from Tirur town, 45 km from Malappuram headquarters

Getting there:
Nearest railway station: Tirur Railway station, 18 km
Nearest airport: Karipur International Airport, about 53 km

Vakkad Beach Vakkad is a popular beach destination situated close to Ponnani in the district of Malappuram, Kerala. A boat cruise down the river starting from Aanamala and gliding through the backwaters to the estuary in Ponnani, where the river meets the sea through the Vakkad Beach is a delightful experience.

Getting there:
Nearest railway station: Tirur Railway station, 11 km
Nearest airport: Karipur International Airport, about 43 km

Vallikunnu Beach A serene, secluded and spellbinding beach destination of Kerala, the Vallikunnu Beach is one of the prime attractions in the district of Malappuram. Ride the surf, get a tan, build sandcastles or simply sift sand through your toes at this tranquil beach. Anything you do here will relax you and help you unwind. A beach resort set in the middle of a coconut grove is the main attraction here, along with the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary just a short distance away.

Getting there:
Nearest railway station: Tirur Railway station, 23 km
Nearest airport: Karipur International Airport, about 21 km