Kovalam, the internationally famous beach destination is a cluster of three crescent beaches lying adjacently. Lighthouse beach is one of them, with a lighthouse to signify its name.

The other two beaches at Kovalam are Eves (Howah in local parlance) beach and Samudra beach. Bathing in the blue waters, canoeing, catamaran cruise and sunbath are some among the favoured activities of travellers to Kovalam.

Accommodation to suit all budgets are available and a range of sea food restaurants are located here. The destination has Ayurvedic health resorts, convention facilities, shopping zones, swimming pools, Yoga and Ayurvedic massage centres and cultural centres