Njarakkal- Hotspot in Kochi

Posted Date: 18 Jan 2011 Author: Roshan Salim Member Level: Gold (Rs 30)

This article is about Njarakkal, a charming tourist destination near Kochi.

Njarakkal- A Mind Thrilling Destination

Njarakkal is an enchanting tourist spot in Kochi which is surrounded by the blue sea and the beautiful Coconut palms. Tourists arriving in Njarakkal is invited by giving a welcome drink and\mainly coconut juice. Fishing is the livelihood of people of Njarakkal and the tourists can also entertain the art of fishing. Tourists can also have a trip through Chiraketti lagoons of Kochi. Here you can see some inbuilt water huts which is located in the midst of the lagoons. Tourists can also have a fair visit in these huts and can also have their lunch here with delicious Kerala dishes including fish varieties and icecreams, so it is a good opportunity to have a tasty lunch sitting in the middle of the Lagoon and enjoying the natural extravaganza. The over all tourism department in Njarakkal is controlled by the Njarakkal Fish Fed Aqua Tourism Project.

How to reach Njarakkal

Njarakkal is situated North – West to the city of Kochi. One who coming by air have to land on Kochi International Airport and those coming via railway have to get down in Ernakulam Railway Station. It is just 10kms from City via Goshee bridges. From Njarakkal Hospital Junction turn left to Arattuvazhi Beach Road, 2 kms to Aqua Tourism Project site. If you are opting by bus, catch a bus to Cherai and get down to Njarakkal Hospital Junction. Fetch an auto to the spot.

Tips for the Visitors

Timing: 9 am to 5 pm
Fee: Rs 150 for adults and Rs. 100, for the children between the age of 3 to 12.
Lunch time is 12.00 pm with pass and inform advance if you need any special fish dishes
Boating: 30 minutes with all type of pass. If you need more time, remit the money according to the duration.
Fishing: Rs.10 for fish hooks.

Do's and Dont's

- Smoking and consuming liquor is prohibited.
- Bringing food from outside is not allowed.
- Wear Life jackets at the time of boating.
- Don't throw plastic to the water.