Akkulam - Tourist Village (kerala tourist place)

Akkulam Tourist village located about 10 kms from Thiruvananthapuram city is a beautiful picnic sport and well known backwater destination. Akkulam is one of the first picnic spots in the suburbs of Trivandrum City. This place is only 10 kms away from the Central Railway Station.

The spot is developed on the banks of Aakkulam Kayal (backwaters), which is an extension of the Veli Kayal (backwaters). The village consists of the Boat Club, Swimming Pool, Children's Park, and an Anthurium Project.

This is picnic- makers' paradise. Boating is popular here. Children love the spot and it is always seen swarming with children reveling in joy. There is also a swimming pool to add to the fun. The southern air command of the Indian Air Force situates near to the Akkulam Tourist Village.

The calm and serene atmosphere at Akkulam and its unique beauty are a fascination for tourists.

Best Season:
Except Rainy Season

Type of site

Picnic spot/tourist village

Facilities

Boat club, swimming pool, children's club, snack bar

Avoidable Season

April, May, June, July

Exposure

You will be under the open sky. In the morning and evening, the weather remains pleasant. But noon gets quite warm and the sun rays are rather strong. You are advised to wear a lot of sunscreen lotion, carry along sunshades and a bottle of drinking water.

Enjoyed by

Families, Kids, Backpackers

Emergency Details:
DTPC - Phone : 0471 2443043
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Transport Terminals:
Nearest City: Thambanoor

Location:
10 kms away from Thiruvananthapuram city

Route:
Thambanoor (Thiru) - Ulloor - Akkulam, Thambanoor - Chakka - Akkulam.

How to Reach:
Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram international airport, about 7 kms away from the tourist village.

Nearest Railway Station: There are five railway stations within the city limits including the Thiruvananthapuram central station. Thiruvananthapuram Pettah, Kochuveli, Veli stations and Thiruvananthapuram Nemom are other railway stations.

Attractions: A backwater destination and a beautiful picnic spot.

Timings to visit Akkulam Tourist village:

Children's Park: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Swimming Pool: 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Boat Rentals: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Entrance Fee and other Fees at Akkulam Tourist village

Children's Park: Adult Rs 5 and Children Rs 10
Swimming Pool: Adult Rs 15 and Children Rs 10 : Swimming suit compulsory.
Safari Boat: Rs 15 per person
Speed Boat: Rs 150 for 4 persons