Photo of Panjal Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Panjal Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Panjal Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Panjal Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

6.8

Good

Panjal Beach

Karungulam, India

#143 out of 184 in Tamil Nadu

6.8

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Good for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Chettikulam • 4.8 km

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About

Panjal Beach is located on the Laccadive Sea (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 143th place out of 184 beaches in the Tamil Nadu region 615 km away from its center, the city of Chennai. It is one of the beaches of Chettikulam settlement, just 4.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Panjal Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Chettikulam Beach, which has a rating of 7.6.

Panjal Beach (Tamil Nadu) is located outside the Chettikulam settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Panjal Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+32 ^o C +27 ^o C

Air temperature

13.2 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Chettikulam • 4.8 km

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Chettikulam • 4.8km

Main locality of province

Chennai • 615km

Transport

Airport

TCR • 86.8km

Bus Station

Pattarkulam Bus Stop • 11.2km

Train Station

Kanniyakumari • 14.9km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Panjal Beach?

The coastline of Panjal Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Panjal Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Panjal Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Panjal Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Panjal Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Panjal Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Panjal Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Panjal Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Panjal Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Panjal Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Panjal Beach.

How far is the Panjal Beach from parking?

The Panjal Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Panjal Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Panjal Beach is May. Its average value reaches 33°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Panjal Beach (Tamil Nadu) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Panjal Beach (Tamil Nadu) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.