Poovar

Poovar

Poovar is a small coastal fishing island at the southern tip of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala. The island of Poovar is situated in close proximity to Vizhinjam, a natural harbour and has an estuary which links with the sea during high tides. The Neyyar River flows through the Neyyattinkara taluk into the Arabian Sea near Poovar. The village is embraced by a beautiful beach on one side and the backwaters on the other. During high tides, an estuary links it to the sea. It is a network of lagoons, lakes, canals, estuaries, deltas, interspersing forty-four rivers that join the Arabian Sea. Located 38km from the State capital, a fifteen-minute boat ride reaches you at Poovar. The fabulous Poovar coast provides a lot of facilities to the tourists. Tourists can go for boating, swimming, water sports, backwater trips and cruises.

Sightseeing in Poovar

Poovar Beach
Poovar is embraced by a beautiful beach on one side and the backwaters on the other. During high tides, an estuary links it to the sea. The main advantage of the beach is that it is not crowded yet. Spend your leisure time at the beach.

Vizhinjam
Vizhinjam is a small coastal Town in Thiruvananthapuram District of Kerala state, South India. There is a large sea port in Vizhinjam. Kovalam beach is just 3 km from Vizhinjam. The areas in and around Vizhinjam are known for its Ayurvedic treatment centers and internationally acclaimed beach resorts. Vizhinjam is a traditional fishing village.

Things to do in Poovar

Boat Ride
Poovar is where you can see backwater and beach together. The boating through the backwater and river gives the clear picture about Kerala villages. The sighting is wonderful with lush greeneries on both sides. You can even sharper your fishing skills.

Walk on the Beach
The Poovar beach is very ideal for sun bathing. The cool breeze in the evening is superb. The main advantage of the beach is that it is not crowded yet. Spend your leisure time at the beach.

Visit Fishing Village The fishing village Vizhinjam is nearby. You can experience how the local fisherman catches fish and their lifestyle.

How to reach Poovar

Nearest bus stations: Thiruvanthapuram, about 22 km away.
Nearest railway station: Thiruvanthapuram, about 22 km away
Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 18 km away

Location
Latitude: 8.318174, Longitude: 77.062383