Marari

Marari Travel Guide

Best Time to Visit Marari

The best time to visit Marari is during the winters (November – February) as the temperature ranges between 22 and 30 degrees Celsius. If you want to avoid the rush, you can visit any time from March to May or September to October. For those visiting the beach for water sports, it is recommended not to plan your trip during the monsoon, which is from May-August.

Places to See in Marari

Thumpolly Beach

Marari, the beautiful coastal town, is renowned for its sandy white beaches. Upon setting your foot on the sands, you would surely be hypnotized by its tranquil ambiance. After you have calmed down your senses, you can explore the fishing beaches of the village as well. The canals arising from this beach town go all the way to the Arabian Sea.

Aroor

Although it is a suburban town in Cochin, Aroor actually lies in the Alappuzha district. This region is known for its possession of various spiritual shrines and also a few historical and cultural attractions. You can offer your prayers at the Aroor Puthuvaranad Temple, which houses the idol of Goddess Kali. Apart from this, you can also pay a visit to some of the ancient churches present in this region.

Arthunkal

Apart from being a typical quaint coastal town, Arthunkal is also a famous hub of pilgrimage in Kerala. Here, you can also soak in the serenity of the calm breeze and explore the ancient 16th-century St. Andrews Basilica Church.

Things to Do in Marari

Go for an Ayurvedic Massage

To release the tension from your joints with the help of nature, an Ayurvedic spa will be your best bet! This massage session is designed to soothe you with the addition of Ayurvedic herbs. There are spa centers close to the beach and amidst nature to help you reap the long-term benefits.

Bird Watching

You can spot various species of birds visiting the beach regularly. But if you are up for more, then you can plan a day trip to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. If you are here during August, then you can even witness the snake boat races.

How to Reach Marari?

Marari is only accessible from major cities like Kochi and Alleppey. It would take just 30 minutes for you to reach Marari from Alleppey (16 Km) and 2 hours from Cochin (74 Km).

Closest Railway Station

The closest railway station is not located within the town, so you will have to travel to Alleppey to access the railway station there.

Closest Airport

The closest airport is the Cochin International Airport, which is around 76 Km from Marari.