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Major city · India

Chavakkad

Spend a half‑day at the beach and lighthouse, then head to nearby Guruvayur Temple; stay overnight if you want a relaxed night.

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Chavakkad is a small coastal town in Kerala, 75 km north of Kochi and 25 km west of Thrissur. Its main attractions are the beach, Chettuva Lighthouse and nearby Guruvayur Temple. A day covers the sights; an extra night lets you enjoy the quiet seaside atmosphere.

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Weather
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Currency
INR
Best months
Oct–Feb
avoid Mar–May (heavy monsoon)
Airport
COK
Nights
0–1

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This is a basic guide for Chavakkad: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
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.

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

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  • 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
Emergency numbers for Chavakkad100 ▾
  • Police100
  • Fire and ambulance102
  • General emergency112

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Chavakkad, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeCoffee at a local shop₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1)
  • Street or quick mealSnack (banana fritters, etc.)₹20–₹50 (≈ under US$1)
  • Museum or sight ticketChettuva Lighthouse entry₹5 (≈ under US$1)
  • Budget bedBudget guesthouse bed, a night, per person₹500 (≈ US$6)
  • Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per room₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
  • High-end bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per room₹4,000 (≈ US$50)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹800 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · High ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)

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.

Chavakkad BeachChettuva LighthouseGuruvayur TempleSt. Thomas Church (Palayur)
Airports
COK Cochin International Airport (≈75 km (47 mi) north, bus or taxi about 2 h)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  4. Apr

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  5. May

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  6. Jun

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

  7. Jul

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    29°C (84°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    29°C (84°F)

Best: Oct–Feb. Avoid: Mar–May. Month by month →

Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F) low), wettest Jul (20 rain days), driest Nov (8). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Chavakkad: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

10 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

22°C (72°F)

9 rd

Mar

32°C (90°F)

23°C (73°F)

12 rd

Apr

33°C (91°F)

24°C (75°F)

13 rd

May

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

15 rd

Jun

32°C (90°F)

26°C (79°F)

18 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

27°C (81°F)

20 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

27°C (81°F)

19 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

16 rd

Oct

30°C (86°F)

25°C (77°F)

12 rd

Nov

29°C (84°F)

24°C (75°F)

8 rd

Dec

29°C (84°F)

23°C (73°F)

9 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

Auto‑rickshaws and Kerala State Road Transport Corporation buses connect the town, beach and lighthouse; taxis are available for short trips.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Guruvayur Temple

go

Door to door: ≈30 min total

Bus from Chavakkad bus stand, about 15 min

Major pilgrimage site, open daily.

St. Thomas Church (Palayur)

go

Door to door: ≈45 min total

Bus or auto‑rickshaw, ~20 min

Historic church, early Christian site.

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.

Golden Beach Resort

Beachfront, basic rooms, good for a night stay.

Kalai Hotel

Near State Highway 50, budget option.

Riverside Retreat

Quiet riverside setting, family‑friendly.

PWD Rest House

Government guest house, simple amenities.

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

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
Mid
₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
High
₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Mid‑range hotel double1 × 1 night × ₹2,500₹2,500
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹1,500₹3,000
Auto‑rickshaw ride (2 km)2 × ₹45 · check₹90
Chettuva Lighthouse entry2 × ₹5 · check₹10
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₹560
Trip total≈ ₹3,080 per person per day, bed included₹6,160≈ US$70

2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.

Prices of common things

Coffee at a local shop₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1)
Snack (banana fritters, etc.)₹20–₹50 (≈ under US$1)
Auto‑rickshaw (2 km)₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1)
Chettuva Lighthouse entry₹5 (≈ under US$1)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Generally safe for tourists; stay aware of petty crime and avoid isolated spots after dark.
  • Smuggling activity is reported; keep luggage secure and avoid isolated areas after dark.
  • Roads can be busy during festival seasons; watch for fast‑moving vehicles.

Emergency numbers

Police
100
Fire and ambulance
102
General emergency
112

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My bed tonight

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ഇവിടെയേക്ക് ദയവായിTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police100
  • Fire and ambulance102

Embassy

US Consulate in Kochi (check address); other nations use the embassy in New Delhi.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Auto‑rickshaw 2 km: ≈₹40 (check)
  • Bus to Guruvayur: ₹15–₹30 (≈ under US$1), 15 min

Say or show

  • ക്ഷമിക്കണം — Excuse me / Sorry (kshamikkana)
  • നന്ദി — Thank you (nandi)
  • എത്രയാണ്? — How much is it? (ethrayanu?)
  • കടൽ എവിടെയാണ്? — Where is the beach? (kadal evideyaanu?)
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 Chavakkad. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Oct–Feb · avoid Mar–May (heavy monsoon) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Beach‑front accommodation → lighthouse visit → Guruvayur day trip.
  2. Add a night for sunset at the beach and relaxed meals.

Meanwhile

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