Things to Do in Cochin

From beaches and backwaters to mountains and forests, Cochin boasts amazing natural treasures, so you'll never be lost for things to do in Cochin. Here are some activities in Cochin to make your Cochin trip truly memorable:

- You can enjoy swimming in Cochin.Try out the beautiful beaches of Cochin such as the Cherai Beach and Fort Kochi Beach. Cochin fishermen use a mechanical method of catching fish that's said to have come from China centuries ago. At high tide, you can still see Chinese fishing nets lining the beach-front as you stroll along the beaches of Cochin.

- Visit the sanctuaries of Kumarakom and Periyar near Cochin. You can go on a boat tour here. A variety of wildlife including Indian bisons and birds gather around the lakes and you can watch them from your boat. Boat rides in the backwaters of Cochin will be an experience you'll treasure.

- In the heart of the city of Cochin lies the Mangalavana Bird Sanctuary. Various migratory birds flock here all through the year. If you are lucky you can even spot one or two rare species of bird here!

- Find time for a performance of Kathkali, the ancient classical dance form of Kerala. The exotically consumed dancers will amaze you by their adept dance steps, mixing mime, dramatics, vocal and instrumental music.

- Pamper yourself with a truly invigorating mud therapy at the nearby Kavil Bhavan Yoga and Cultural Centers.

- Shop for locally produced handicrafts at the handicrafts centers in Cochin. You can pick up an amazing range of exotic stuff here including Kathakali masks, coir shell and sandalwood items, wood carved snake boats, jewelry boxes, elephants and lots more!

- Located in the Western Ghats, the surroundings of Cochin have beautiful mountains, waterfalls and lush forests. Mountain climbing, trekking and hiking are some of Cochin's adventure tourism activites. You could also go horse riding in the valley of Thommankuthu Waterfalls, some distance from Cochin.

Enjoy, revel and soak in the sun as you pursue exciting activities that'll make your Cochin trip a vacation to remember!