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Experiences

Old Kerala, up close

Living traditions, village rhythms and the sea — all within a short walk or ride.

Watercolour of a kalaripayattu practitioner in a low stance in a palm grove beside a pond

The land

Between the sea and the backwaters

cocoland sits on a narrow strip of land, with waves on one side and still backwaters on the other. Coconut palms cover almost everything in between.

Life here follows the tides, the monsoon and the festival calendar. Come and follow it too.

Watercolour of a small child walking barefoot down a sandy path through a coconut grove

Things to do

  • Watercolour of a kalaripayattu practitioner in a low stance in a palm grove beside a pond

    Mornings

    Kalaripayattu

    Visit a traditional kalari to watch Kerala’s ancient martial art — or join a beginner session.

  • Watercolour of a theyyam performer in a red headdress and palm-leaf skirt, lit by torches at night

    In season

    Theyyam

    Firelit ritual performances where dancers become gods. We’ll tell you where and when.

  • Watercolour of a thatched hut on a golden beach backed by coconut palms, a kite overhead

    Any day

    Beach days

    A short walk to golden sand, fishing boats and the warm Arabian Sea.

  • Watercolour of a parent swinging a small child by the hands at the water’s edge at sunset

    Evenings

    Sunset by the sea

    The whole village seems to head to the shore as the sun goes down. Join them.

  • Watercolour of a boy crouching beside a golden dog on a palm-lined lane, his bicycle resting nearby

    Any time

    Cycling the lanes

    Borrow a bicycle and get pleasantly lost among palms, paddy and backwater bridges.

  • Watercolour of two golden puppies curled up asleep under a wooden table

    Afternoons

    Doing nothing

    A siesta in the shade is a respected local tradition. The dogs will show you how.

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