Kozhikode Backwaters

About Kozhikode Backwaters

The backwaters of Kozhikode are Unexplored,unspoiled, the backwaters of Kozhikode hold great promises of enchanting holiday options. Elathur , the
Canoil Canal and the Kallai river are favourite destinations for boating , Kadalundi with its beautiful bird sanctuary is a charming site. Korapuzha , the venue of the Korapuzha Jalotsavam is fast becoming a populat watersport destination.The Kozhikode backwaters are a promise to the tourist; the promise of a holiday on historic lands, on serene waters, with a view of the plush blue green landscape and the exotic flora and fauna of the region.

The Kallai river are favorite haunts for boating. Kadalundi, with its beautiful bird sanctuary is a charming site. Kozhikode Backwaters is a stretch of lucid
cool waterways in the Kozhikode district of Kerala. Kozhikode is also known as Calicut or Calico which was a popular item of export. Spending days in

Interesting things to Visit

Canolly Canal:

Its a place for boating . Canolly Canal is such a place as there are many opportunities in the Canolly Canal to take boat and just stroll down the canal for
enjoyment. Canolly Canal is especially very enjoyable during the sun set times when tourists stroll down the canal in the small local boats that give you a
historical.

Kozhikode Beach:

Hundred years old lighthouse and the two crumbling pier.

Dolphin’s Point:

Just 15 minutes from the city centre is a place called Dolphin’s Point, where one can see dolphins playing in the sea of an early morning.

Elathur:

Its an another place for boating, it a very beautiful town as it has a lake that borders it on one side and on the other side; Elathur is bordered by a river. Thus, this unique composition allows Elathur to be a very well sought out place that must be seen by travelers who come to India for its rich heritage.

Kappad:

Kappad see shore is famous because Vasco Da Gamma landed here in 1498 from Europe.

Nearest Visiting places

Kakkayam:

Kakkayam situated 45km away from Kozhikode is a perfect place for trekking and rock climbing. Nestled between the Southern Ghats, the place with lush greenery and abundant wild life, provides stunning views. The eye-catching Urakkuzhi (oorakuzhi) waterfall is the major attraction. The ideal time to visit this place is between November and April.

Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary:

This sanctuary is the home to about 100 species of resident and 60 species of migratory birds. The sanctuary is surrounded by hillocks and spreads over an area of 3 km at an altitude of 200m above sea level. The ideal season to visit this sanctuary is between December and April.

Kirtads:

This unique museum houses the tools and devices used by the ancient tribal communities of Kerala. A good library with books on Anthropology and Sociology is an added attraction.

Wayanad Ghats:

The green ghats enroute to Wayanad has nine hairpin bends, each turn taking one to a higher altitude offering a better view of the picturesque plains below. This route explored by a tribal was developed by the British .

Science Centre & Planetarium:

Calicut now acquires a place in the Planetarium map of the world. Regional science centre of Calicut is the place of a 250-seated Planetarium. This is also fitted with a sophisticated Zeiss projector.

Lokanarkavu Temple:

This temple, associated with the heroes and heroines of the Vadakkanpattu combines an arresting simplicity and a legendary aura. The candid murals and carvings here are a delight to art lovers.

Tali Temple:

Tali Temple is one of the oldest and the most ancient temples around. It is a very distinct temple, and its history goes all the way back to the times of the
Zamorin rule. IN general, Tali Temple is a Shiva Temple, and it results in many pilgrimages and visitors every year.

Beypore:

Beypore is one of the small villages on the coast of India in the district of Kozhikode. The Beypore used to be called Vaypura by the locals that lived there.
The small coastal village was named “Sultan Pattanam” by the famous Sultan Tipu. Beypore has a historical significance as it was one of the historic ports where trading commenced between the Middle East and Asia. Thus, Beypore Port was a very significant port in the history of the region.

Peruvannamuzhi Dam:

Peruvannamuzhi Dam is 60kms from Kozhikode, the Peruvannamuzhi dam site, set amide hills is a beautiful picnic spot. The reservoir hence provided facilities for speedboat and rowboat cruises. Inhabited islands, a bird sanctuary and a crocodile farm add to the charm of the place.

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation

Hotel Kadavu Resort
N.H.17 Calicut Bye Pass Road,
Calicut, 673632
Tel: 0483 2830023.

Hotel Asma Tower
SH 24, Kozhikode
Kerala 673004
Tel: 09847611275.

Hotel Alakapuri
MM Ali Road,
Kozhikode, Kerala
Tel: 0495 2723451.

Hotel Vinayaka
Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala.

Help Line/Phone Number

Police Station:

Chevayur Police Station
A. R. Camp Road, Vellimadukunnu
Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala 673012.

Koduvally Police Station
NH212, Kozhikode, Kerala 673572.

Some police station number of Kozhikode District

Crime Stopper 495 2720090
Kozhikode Town PS 495 2366232
Chemmangad PS 495 2304178
Kozhikode Kasaba PS 495 2722286
Panniankara PS 495 2320860
Nallalam PS 495 2420643
Feroke PS 495 2402230
Beypore PS 495 2414002
Medical College PS 495 2357691
Mavoor PS 495 2483124
Nadakkavu PS 495 2766433
Elathur PS 495 2462045
Chevayur PS 495 2371403
Kunnamangalam PS 495 2200256
Vanitha PS 495 2724070

Nearest Hospital:

PVS Hospital
Railway Station Road
Kozhikode, Kerala
Tel: 0495 2705045

Baby Memorial Hospital
Kozhikode, Kerala
Tel: 0495 2723272

Kottaparambu Hospital
NH 17,Kozhikode, Kerala.

Ashoka Hospital
Bank Road, NH 17
Kozhikode, Kerala 673001
Tel: 0495 2721123

Location info

• **Address:**Kozhikode, Kerala, India

• District: Kozhikode district

• **Nearest City:**Chempukadave,Kodencheri, Thiruvambady, Thamarassery. Kappad,Kodenchery.

• Best time to visit: Semptember to May.

Climate & weather

The place is hot and humid, and temparature ranges from Summers: 36°-20° and Winters: 16°-32°C.

Things to do at Kozhikode Backwaters

Photography, Swimming, Fishing, Boating And Water Sports.

Nearest petrol pump

Thiruvampadi Petrol Pump
SH 34, Kozhikode, Kerala.

Thamarashery Petrol Pump
NH212, Thamarrassary, Kozhikode, Kerala.

Thadambattuthazham petrol pump
Kappad - Thusharagiri - Adivaram road
Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala.

Mobile network coverage

Airtel, Jio, BSNL, and Vi all provide coverage across Kerala. 4G is reliable in Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and along the coastal belt. Coverage may be weaker in remote sections of the Western Ghats, deep forest reserves, and certain backwater stretches. Most hotels, houseboats, and cafes in tourist areas offer free Wi-Fi.

Food & restaurants nearby

Food options are available in the nearest town. Kerala cuisine — fish curry, appam with stew, puttu, and Kerala sadhya — is widely available and famously delicious.