Vakkad Beach

Vakkad Beach is a quiet sandy beach located in Vakkad village in Tirur Taluk of Malappuram District, Kerala, along the Arabian Sea coast. Situated between Ponnani and Tirur, it is known for its long, clean shoreline, relatively undisturbed natural setting and views of traditional fishing activity. The beach remains less commercialized than other Kerala beaches, offering a calm environment for leisure walks, sunset viewing and experiencing the coastal landscape of northern Kerala.

Visitors can expect a long, wide sandy shoreline along the Arabian Sea with a relatively undeveloped and tranquil setting. The beach features natural coastal scenery, fishing boats and nets along the shore, and open views ideal for sunset watching. There are no large resorts or commercial developments directly on the beach, so the experience is primarily nature-focused with space for walking, photography and observing local fishing activity.

Vakkad lies in the historic Ponnani coastal region of Malappuram, an area that served as an important port and trading centre on the Malabar Coast. The broader Tirur-Ponnani belt is associated with historic maritime trade and later period coastal settlements.

The beach reflects the traditional coastal culture of northern Kerala, with a local fishing community and daily fishing practices forming part of the visitor experience. The area is part of the Malappuram coastal cultural landscape.