This beautiful expanse of shallow waters and beach offers a spectacular view of the Bekal fort. The public beach has ample space for recreation and relaxation. With international standard facilities to  be developed here, Pallikere will rank among the best beaches in the country.

North of the fort, off the highway is a unique 'Aqua Park', the only one of its kind in north Malabar. Here, Pedal boats and water cycles offer along hours of relaxation on the cool stretches of the Bekal Hole backwaters.

Which is at a 30km distance from Bekal, is the only lake temple in Kerala. It is regarded as the 'moolasthanam' (original seat) of Anathapadmanabha, the diety of Sree Padmanabha Swami temple, Thiruvananthapuram.

KAPPIL BEACH

The Kappil Beach, remote and secluded is fast beomming an alluring destination, with an unparalleled experience of wide beaches and calm waters. The Kodi cliff nearby, offers a panaramic view of blue skies  and rolling sands.

The sight of the meandering Chandragiri river and the Arabian sea from the ramparts of this 17 century fort is an enchanting experience. The sunset, viewed from the fort, is quite enthralling.

A cruise in a speed boat through the Chandragiri river, takes one around evergreen islands amd coconut palmgroves. The boarding pointt is conveniently located beside the Chandragiri bridge.

Located just 30 minutes from the Bekal Fort is the internationally reputed spiritual centre near Kanhangad, the Anandasharam. Founded by Swamy Ramdas in 1939, the shrine is set amidst shady trees in the countryside.

Boat trips to nearby islands and palm groves. Boarding point: Chandragiri bridge.

(15 km from Bekal): This internationally renowned spiritual centre founded by Swami Ramdas in 1939, offers a quiet, peaceful ambience best suited for meditation and spiritual studies.

A 40 minutes drive away is the unique Valiyaparamba backwater stretch. Fed by four rivers and dotted with numerous islands, Valiyaparamba is perhaps the most scenic backwaters of Kerala. A cruise centre offering exciting boat rides is soon to be opened here.
Ranipuram, 55 km from Bekal, offers ample opportunity for exciting treks along the wide vistas of nature. This land of cool weather situated at a height of more than 750 m above sea level, is known for its varied vegetation.

VELIYAPARAMBA (30 km from Bekal)

This is perhaps the most scenic backwater stretch in Kerala. Fed by four rivers and dotted with numerous little islands, Valiyaparamba is fast turning into a much favoured backwater resort that offers enchanting boat cruises.

KANHANGAD/HOSDURG FORT

This is renowned for its chain of forts built by Somashekara Nayak of Ikkeri dynasty and also for the Nithyanandashram, an internationally recognised spiritual centre.

Located in wooded surroundings on the southern banks of the River Payaswini, this ancient Siva temple contains a Sanskrit inscription in Kannada script which has been ascribed to the Western Chalukya King Kirthivarman II (745-55 A.D).

A number of temples and fifteen mosques make this cashew growing town a prominent pilgrim centre. The Memorial of the late Sri. Govinda Pai, the grant patriarch of Kannada literature is situated at Manjeswaram. At Kanwatheertha beach ( 3 km from Manjeswaram) a large swimming pool-like formation of the sea on the vast beach is the main attraction .

It is the home of the illustrious poets and scholars of Kuttamath. The ruins of a Dutch fort built in the 18th century can be found in the Veeramala hills. It is a good picnic spot.

Situated 750 m above sea level, Ranipuram is famous for its trekking trails and varied vegetation - evergreen shola woods, monsoon forests and grasslands.

This Bhadrakali temple at Kanhangad, in Hosdurg is famed for its Bhutha Dance (pootham) performed in connection with the annual festivals in May/June and December/January.

The cultural centre of the district, this was the seat of the Nileswar Rajas. The Nileswaram palace today functions as the folklore centre of the Dept. of Archaeology. The town is also famous for its numerous kavus (shrines), temple festivals and the Kavil Bhavan Yoga and Cultural Centre which offers rejuvenation therapy and naturopathy treatments like mud baths and herbal baths.