Veli Lake Tourist Village
Veli Lake Tourist Village is a unique picnic destination where the Veli Lake meets the Arabian Sea, separated only by a narrow sandbar. This picturesque village was developed by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) and is famous for its lush gardens and massive sculptures created by th e renowned artist Kanayi Kunhiraman. The highlight of the village is the floating bridge that connects the garden area to the beach, offering a thrilling walk over the lake waters. Visitors can enjoy a variety of boating activities, including pedal boats, rowboats, and high-speed motorboats that race across the lagoon. For families, there is a dedicated children’s park, a mini-train that loops around the park, and even a floating restaurant that serves traditional Kerala snacks. The landscape is dotted with artistically designed ponds and pathways shaded by coconut trees, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely day out. During the monsoon, the sandbar is often breached, allowing the lake and sea to merge in a spectacular natural phenomenon. It is one of the most family-friendly tourist spots near Kovalam, blending art, nature, and adventure in one beautiful package.
General information
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Ideal Duration:
3 HoursPlace Type:
Recreation/ParkEntry Fees:
Nominal Entry: The entry fee is around INR 20 for adults and INR 5 for children, making it very affordable for large families.
Activity Costs: Boating charges range from INR 100 to INR 600 depending on the type of boat and duration of the r...Nominal Entry: The entry fee is around INR 20 for adults and INR 5 for children, making it very affordable for large families.
Activity Costs: Boating charges range from INR 100 to INR 600 depending on the type of boat and duration of the ride.Timing:
Regular Timings: The village is open every day from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, including weekends and public holidays.
Ideal Visit: The best time to arrive is around 3:30 PM so you can enjoy the park and boating before catching the sunset on the b...Regular Timings: The village is open every day from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, including weekends and public holidays.
Ideal Visit: The best time to arrive is around 3:30 PM so you can enjoy the park and boating before catching the sunset on the beach.Special Events:
Onam Celebrations: During the Onam festival in August-September, the village is decorated with flowers and hosts traditional cultural performances like Kathakali.
Summer Fest: Annual summer camps and festivals for children are held here, fe...Onam Celebrations: During the Onam festival in August-September, the village is decorated with flowers and hosts traditional cultural performances like Kathakali.
Summer Fest: Annual summer camps and festivals for children are held here, featuring art workshops and boat races in the lagoon.Best Photo Spots:
The Floating Bridge: A mid-bridge shot with the lake on one side and the sea on the other creates a stunning panoramic effect.
The Conch Sculpture: Standing inside or near the massive white conch shell provides one of the most recognizable ...The Floating Bridge: A mid-bridge shot with the lake on one side and the sea on the other creates a stunning panoramic effect.
The Conch Sculpture: Standing inside or near the massive white conch shell provides one of the most recognizable photos from Trivandrum.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Speed Boating: Feel the adrenaline rush as you zip across the calm lake waters on a powerful speed boat with professional drivers.
Walk the Floating Bridge: Experience the gentle sway of the pontoons as you walk across the water to reach the pristine Veli Beach.
Ride the Mini-Train: Take a nostalgic trip on the colorful mini-train that offers a fun way to see the various sculptures and garden features.
Photography with Sculptures: Pose with the famous Giant Conch or the various abstract stone figures that decorate the park grounds.
Picnic by the Lake: Find a shaded spot under the palm trees and enjoy a family picnic while watching the boats glide by on the water.
Enjoy Local Snacks: Visit the sm...
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Why Famous:
Confluence of Waters: It is world-renowned for being the point where the backwaters of Veli Lake merge with the salt waters of the Arabian Sea.
Iconic Sculptures: The village is famous for the larger-than-life sculptures that have become sy...Confluence of Waters: It is world-renowned for being the point where the backwaters of Veli Lake merge with the salt waters of the Arabian Sea.
Iconic Sculptures: The village is famous for the larger-than-life sculptures that have become symbols of Kerala's modern artistic heritage. -
Architecture:
Artistic Landscape: The architecture is defined by modern landscaping integrated with giant sculptures like the Conch Shell and reclining human figures.
Floating Elements: The floating bridge is an engineering marvel made of heavy-duty pont...Artistic Landscape: The architecture is defined by modern landscaping integrated with giant sculptures like the Conch Shell and reclining human figures.
Floating Elements: The floating bridge is an engineering marvel made of heavy-duty pontoons, designed to rise and fall with the water levels of the lake. -
How To Reach:
By Air: Located very close to Trivandrum Airport, it is only a 3 KMS drive via the airport road.
By Train: The Thiruvananthapuram Central station is about 8 KMS away; take an auto or taxi from the station.
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Near Tourist Places:
Shanghumugham Beach (3km), Akkulam Boat Club (4km), Museum & Zoo (9km), Kovalam (15km), Magic Planet (12km), Technopark (10km), Lulu Mall (6km), Beemapally (5km), Priyadarshini Planetarium (8km), Vizhinjam (18km).
Tourism Tips
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Health & Safety: Always wear life jackets while boating; keep an eye on children near the water edges and on the floating bridge.
Packing: Bring extra clothes if you plan to play in the water or at the beach; wear sun hats and apply sunsc...
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