About Kerala

Dramatic coastlines and inviting beaches fringed by swaying palms. Placid backwaters that meander past idyllic fields drenched in green. Traditions that hark back centuries, and nuanced, flavourful cuisine that tantalises taste buds. God’s Own Country welcomes you to discover the way that life should be.

Recommended Experiences

Trip To Bekal Fort
Explore Kerala’s largest Fort’s history, architecture and terrain. Stand at the points where Tipu Sultan’s soldiers defended Bekal. The giant observatory allows for great views of the sea into the horizon. The hotel also offers mountain bikes and some light refreshment.
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Kettuvallam Cruise
Enjoy a cruise in an authentic Ketuvallam-a houseboat with a thatched roof over a wooden hull. Surrender to the joy of a home-style meal. Interrupted only by babbling waves and a soft breeze over a cup of tea in the evening.
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Flavours Of Kerala
Devote an afternoon to an authentic aromatherapy massage at the Jiva spa in this luxury resort in Bekal and feel your stress vanish. Another treat in the form of a meal cooked with farm fresh ingredients such as coconut, tamarind, fine ground spices and dry fruit awaits.
Jiva Spa at Bekal - Vivanta By Taj Bekal, Kerala
Romantic Dinner By The River
Pick your menu. Pick your song. Let the sky dress in colours of orange and blue. Woo her with candle light, seafood, wine and private dining experience. You can rely on our trained staff to take care of the details so that this experience is one for the books.
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Romantic Lagoon Boat Ride
At Taj Kovalam Resort & Spa, Kerala, we believe a vacation is the ideal opportunity just sit back, relax and enjoy the company of your loved one. Which is why, we have arranged for a special boat ride in the scenic lagoon where you can watch the world go by as you hold hands with your significant other and indulgence is endless conversations. Take the magic back to shore with a barbecue dinner for two at Bait, our global seafood restaurant, where the chef will open an invitation to join him at the grill.
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Tango - Taj Green Cove Kovalam
Jiva Soma
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Leisure Services
Sunbed at Beaches in Kerala at Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa, Kovalam
Village Dweller For A Day
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Bait Moon Light Dinner Experience
A delicious meal, when shared with your soulmate, is an experience that is cherished. This is why it gives us great pleasure to create the perfect ambiance for you to enjoy a delectable meal with your loved one, making it a night you won’t forget for a really long time. While the choicest seafood delicacies make their way to your table, enjoy the starry skies above and, if you’re lucky enough, catch the moon shining in all its glory. With mesmeric views of the sea and backwaters, an evening here makes for a magical dining experience. A night to remember.
Moon Light Dinner Experience - Taj Green Cove
Backwater Cruise At Poovar
In order to experience the best of what Kovalam has to offer, you don’t need to step too far from the resort. We have organised a relaxing cruise down the calm backwaters of Kovalam at the protected estuary in Poovar, a beautiful village almost at the southern tip of Trivandrum. Awaiting your company at the cruise is a cooking session with a chef, who will introduce you to local specialities. Finally, wrap up the day with a scrumptious meal at Bait, the global seafood restaurant, where a stunning view of the sea and backwaters will complete the experience.
Backwater Boating Activity in Kerala near Ambika Vilas
Fitness Centre
"Your wish is our command! Well, that’s how it works at our dedicated gym. Whether you’re looking for a personal training session, basic warm-up or just an energy boost, our fitness centre at Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala is well-equipped. Look no further and just work up a sweat on the go! "
Fitness Centre at Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala
Zip Line
Experience Kerala’s only zip line facility that runs over a water body at the resort. This is open to all age groups from 5 years upwards. Younger guests will be accompanied by an instructor.
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Moksha Tour
For the spiritually inclined, take a trip of four ancient temples within a driving distance of 20 kms either early in the morning or a little later around dusk. The moksha trip comes with a dedicated car and a well-informed chauffeur who will ensure you visit the temples in the desired sequence and would stop by en-route for a quick shopping you may be inclined to do.
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Kayaking
Bring out the explorer in you in trying out yet another form of water transport – the classic kayak. Choose to take your riding partner along or roar along with an instructor who will help you hone your rowing skills to perfection.
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Village Cycle Tour
Meant for a small focus group, the resort takes prior reservations to take you on a short hour long bicycle tour of local sightseeing along with a guide.
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Nature Walk
Walk into the heart of nature while enjoying the unique sights and sounds of the lesser known regions of Kerala. Marvel at the carefully-lined coconut and banana plantations that make way for a sea of green in the form of green paddy fields.  
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Leisure Services
A perfect holiday means doing what you feel like. Whether you’re looking for a lazy day by the pool, a dose of adventure, a romantic getaway with your partner or exploring the nearby area, the sightseeing tours at Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala have been perfectly arranged to suit your needs.
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Bamboo Rafting
Taking one of the many forms of elementary transportation, the special rafts are made with the rare “elephant bamboo” grown in small measure deep inside the Wayanad forests. Enjoy a conducted cruise by a skilled boatman on top of the lagoon inside the resort
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House Boat
Kerala is known for its panoramic backwater stretches, lush green paddy fields, highlands and beaches. A major backwater stretch lies in Kottayam district, where a network of rivers and canals empty into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad Lake. Located at Kumarakom 16 kmfrom Kottayam town, the Vembanad Lake, an enchanting picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination, offers boating, fishing and sight-seeing experiences that are truly exhilarating.
House Boat in Kumarakom at Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa, Kerala
Lighter sports
For those who seek a quick and refreshing indulgence, you could either settle down for a game of caroms, table tennis or try your skills at the archery station or at the paint ball target shooting stations.
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Curated dining experience
If you are celebrating a special day, ask the hotel team to work out an unforgettable dining experience customized to your tastes either floating on the bamboo raft or on the boat jetty or any other romantic location such as the verandah of your villa.
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