Major city · India
Bekal
Spend a half‑day to a full day at Bekal: explore the fort and beach, then head back; no need to stay overnight unless you want a resort night.
Bekal is a tiny coastal town in northern Kerala, best known for the 17th‑century Bekal Fort and nearby beaches. The sights are within walking distance, so a single day covers the highlights. Overnight stays are optional for resort comfort.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon)
- Airports
- IXE · CNN
- Nights
- 0–1 (optional resort night)
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Bekal112 ▾
- Police / General112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Bekal, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyBekal is generally safe for tourists; stay aware of occasional catcalling, keep valuables secure, and avoid isolated beaches after dark.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / general (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportIXE Mangalore International Airport (≈75 km (47 mi) north, road via NH‑66).IXE Mangalore International Airport (≈47 mi (75 km) north, road via NH‑66).
- Getting aroundAutorickshaws are the only local transport; negotiate fare before boarding.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeTea/coffee at a café₹30–₹80 (≈ under US$1)
- Street or quick mealSnack (banana fritters, etc.)₹20–₹50 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBudget hotel room, a night, per person₹3,600 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range resort room, a night, per room₹12,000 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedMid‑range resort room, a night, per room₹18,000 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹800 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · High ₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- IXE Mangalore International Airport (≈75 km (47 mi) north, road via NH‑66) · CNN Kannur International Airport (≈100 km (62 mi) north)IXE Mangalore International Airport (≈47 mi (75 km) north, road via NH‑66) · CNN Kannur International Airport (≈62 mi (100 km) north)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Mar
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33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Feb (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (18 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Bekal: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Feb
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Autorickshaws are the only local transport; negotiate fare before boarding. Walking covers the fort, beach, and park.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kasaragod town
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round trip
Bus from Bekal, about 30 min
Visit the historic market and temples.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Bekal Palace
₹3,600 per night; near Palakunu Temple, 4 km (2.5 mi) from fort₹3,600 per night; near Palakunu Temple, 2.5 mi (4 km) from fort
Vivanta by Taj – Bekal
Five‑star resort on Kappil Beach, 2 km (1.2 mi) from fortFive‑star resort on Kappil Beach, 1.2 mi (2 km) from fort
Nirvana Resort
₹4,000 per night; Pallikkara area
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–1,800 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,200–3,500 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- High
- ₹4,500 (≈ US$55)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel room1 × 1 night × ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| Autorickshaw ride (5 km)1 × ₹200 · check | ₹200 |
| Mangalore → Bekal taxi1 × ₹2,800 · check | ₹2,800 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹950 |
| Trip total≈ ₹10,450 per person per day, bed included | ₹10,450≈ US$120 |
e.g., Hotel Bekal Palace
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Tea/coffee at a café | ₹30–₹80 (≈ under US$1) |
| Snack (banana fritters, etc.) | ₹20–₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Autorickshaw (per km) | ₹15–₹25 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Catcalling and nosy crowds, especially targeting women; stay polite and keep belongings close.
- Most express trains skip Bekal; the nearest major station is Kanhangad (9 km (5.6 mi) south).Most express trains skip Bekal; the nearest major station is Kanhangad (5.6 mi (9 km) south).
Emergency numbers
- Police / General
- 112
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Emergency
- Police / General112
Embassy
Indian foreign missions list: US consulate in Mumbai; other countries in New Delhi (check).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mangalore → Bekal (taxi): ≈₹2,500–3,000, 75 km (47 mi) (check)≈₹2,500–3,000, 47 mi (75 km) (check)
- Autorickshaw ride, 5 km: ≈₹200 (check)
Say or show
- क्षम करें — Excuse me / Sorry (kṣama karēṁ)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavād)
- यह कितना है? — How much is it? (yah kitnā hai?)
- समुद्र तट कहाँ है? — Where is the beach? (samudra taṭ kahā̃ hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Bekal. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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