Photo of Manapad Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Manapad Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Manapad Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Manapad Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Manapad Beach and the settlement

Photo of Manapad Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.7

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Manapad Beach

Tiruchchendūr, India

#39 out of 184 in Tamil Nadu

7.7

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Manapad • 0.8 km

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Tourist Attraction Periyathalai Beach

9.5km

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About

Manapad Beach is located on the Laccadive Sea (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 39th place out of 184 beaches in the Tamil Nadu region 574 km away from its center, the city of Chennai. It is one of the beaches of Manapad settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need 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 partially crowded during the high season.

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

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 Kulasekharapatnam Beach, which has a rating of 8.1.

Manapad Beach is located in Tamil Nadu within Manapad, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+32 ^o C +28 ^o C

Air temperature

12.1 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

2.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Manapad • 0.8 km

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Tourist Attraction Periyathalai Beach

9.5km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.4km

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8.1 Very good

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7.5 Very good

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Kallamozhi Beach Kallamozhi Beach

6.8 Good

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Thoppuvilai Beach Thoppuvilai Beach

6.9 Good

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Thoppuvilai Beach Thoppuvilai Beach

7.2 Good

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Tiruchendur Beach Tiruchendur Beach

8.3 Very good

13.9km

Tiruchendur Beach Tiruchendur Beach

7.6 Very good

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Kooduthalai beach Kooduthalai beach

6.9 Good

Localities

Nearest

Manapad • 900m

Main locality of province

Chennai • 574km

Transport

Airport

TCR • 46km

Bus Station

Sithankudieruppu Bus Stop • 9.1km

Train Station

North Panakudi • 53.5km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Manapad Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Manapad Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Manapad 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 Manapad Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

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

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Manapad Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Manapad 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 Manapad Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Manapad Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Manapad Beach.

How far is the Manapad Beach from parking?

The Manapad 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 Manapad Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Manapad 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?

Manapad 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.Manapad 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.