Hightlight
- Car parking
- Non smoking
Located just 6.5 kilometers from the famous Kovalam Beach, the Vellayani Lake or Vellayani Kayal is the largest freshwater lake in the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. Vellayani Lake is one of the major attractions in the district that draw many tourists with its natural beauty filled with lotus, one should not miss exploring the serenity of this crystal clear lake. There are local boat services available at Vellayani Lake and the locals conduct boat races on the lake during Onam. Vellayani lake is an ideal spot for boating, bird watching, and enjoying the sunset.
Vellayani Lake is just 15 minutes drive from Kovalam, one can hire a taxi or use the public transport bus to reach the lake from Thiruvananthapuram city. The nearest railway station is Thiruvananthapuram Centra and the closest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, both are located 13.5 kilometers away from the Vellayani Lake.
FAQ's
Entry Fee for Vellayani Lake
There is no fee to enter Vellayani Lake.
Best Time to Visit Vellayani Lake
One can visit Vellayani Lake anytime throughout the year, the best time to visit is from October to March.
Things to Do at Vellayani Lake
Boating, Bird Watching, Lotus Flowers, Sunset Watching, Photography, Local Food, etc.
How to Reach Vellayani Lake
Vellayani Lake is just 15 minutes drive from Kovalam, one can hire a taxi or use the public transport bus to reach the lake from Thiruvananthapuram city. The nearest railway station is Thiruvananthapuram Centra and the closest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, both are located 13.5 kilometers away from the Vellayani Lake.