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Prateek Gautam
Bengaluru, India18 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Its a pretty big beach and the best part is you can take your vehicle right next to the ocean.
Sand is flat and hard enough to drive.
BUT, do not park your vehicle right next to the Sea or take your vehicle in Sea. We saw a car getting stuck as they went pretty close to the waves where the sand was loose.
Also, do not drive too fast else when you’ll apply brakes your car is gonna skid.
With these precautions you can drive safely here.
Pro-tip: towards the right hand side after crossing few stones there are two small beautiful and clean beaches. Do visit there and thank me later. :)
Sand is flat and hard enough to drive.
BUT, do not park your vehicle right next to the Sea or take your vehicle in Sea. We saw a car getting stuck as they went pretty close to the waves where the sand was loose.
Also, do not drive too fast else when you’ll apply brakes your car is gonna skid.
With these precautions you can drive safely here.
Pro-tip: towards the right hand side after crossing few stones there are two small beautiful and clean beaches. Do visit there and thank me later. :)
Written 17 April 2022
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wandererlust
Mumbai, India152 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
Muzhapillangad drive-in beach is easily one of the prettiest beaches in India, and a definite must visit. It is the longest drive in beach across Asia, and being here with your car is an absolute delight for every driving enthusiast. In fact, Muzhapillangad is what tempted us to embark on a road trip from Mumbai, and in the process, experience the absolute delight that Kannur is. The sands on the beach are very clean and sheer, the views extremely picturesque, and you can simply go rampant on the instagram handle. The best time to be here is early morning (the beach opens at 6 am) and you would find minimal traffic around. Evenings should also be nice, but the no of cars are far more then.
The waters are protected from deep currents by the black rocks that protect the beach so this place is considered a swimmers paradise as well.
The beach is just off NH 66, on the way from Kannur to Thallasery (Google led us the wrong way, as usual - so do check with the locals).
One of the many beautiful things that Kannur hosts.
The waters are protected from deep currents by the black rocks that protect the beach so this place is considered a swimmers paradise as well.
The beach is just off NH 66, on the way from Kannur to Thallasery (Google led us the wrong way, as usual - so do check with the locals).
One of the many beautiful things that Kannur hosts.
Written 31 December 2021
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RajeeshRj
Bengaluru, India164 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
This beach is the longest Drive-In Beach in Asia and is featured among the top 6 best beaches for driving in the world in BBC article for Autos. Muzhappilangad is the only Asian beach featured in the list. Even though Goa has many beautiful beaches, it does not have a Drive-in beach. It is considered as the longest drive-in beach in Asia.
The beach festival is celebrated in the month of April and it is one of the important tourist attraction in the district of Kannur in Kerala. The youth also try many driving stunts in cars like drifting and wheeling in bikes as this is a paradise for driving along the shore.
There is an unpaved road winding through coconut groves leading to the beach. To get to this road, if you are driving from Tellicherry towards Kannur, take the left turn just before the first railway crossing you encounter after crossing the Moidu bridge. The beach is about 5 km long and curves in a wide area providing a good view of Kannur on the north. Local laws allow beachgoers to drive for a full 4 km directly on the sands of the beach. The beach is bordered by black rocks, which also protect it from the stronger currents of the ocean. These rocks provide habitat for Blue mussel, a delicious seafood. Beach attracts bird-watchers from far off places as hundreds of birds flock here during various seasons.
Approximately 100–200 m south of the beach there is a private island called Dharmadam Island (Pacha Thuruthu in Malayalam, which translates to Green Island in English). It is possible to walk to the island during low tide from the nearby Dharmadam beach
The beach festival is celebrated in the month of April and it is one of the important tourist attraction in the district of Kannur in Kerala. The youth also try many driving stunts in cars like drifting and wheeling in bikes as this is a paradise for driving along the shore.
There is an unpaved road winding through coconut groves leading to the beach. To get to this road, if you are driving from Tellicherry towards Kannur, take the left turn just before the first railway crossing you encounter after crossing the Moidu bridge. The beach is about 5 km long and curves in a wide area providing a good view of Kannur on the north. Local laws allow beachgoers to drive for a full 4 km directly on the sands of the beach. The beach is bordered by black rocks, which also protect it from the stronger currents of the ocean. These rocks provide habitat for Blue mussel, a delicious seafood. Beach attracts bird-watchers from far off places as hundreds of birds flock here during various seasons.
Approximately 100–200 m south of the beach there is a private island called Dharmadam Island (Pacha Thuruthu in Malayalam, which translates to Green Island in English). It is possible to walk to the island during low tide from the nearby Dharmadam beach
Written 4 November 2021
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Gayathri
Kannur District, India11 contributions
Jan 2021
Muzhapillangad beach is the longest drive-in beach in Asia.
There are benches and rest areas on the beach.
Beach is easily accessible by road.
It is located parallel to National Highway 66 between Kannur and Thalassery.
There are benches and rest areas on the beach.
Beach is easily accessible by road.
It is located parallel to National Highway 66 between Kannur and Thalassery.
Written 13 July 2021
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sanjay k
Bengaluru, India14 contributions
Feb 2021
nice experience of driving on the beach as well as overall atmosphere. must try during the stay at kanuur.
Written 8 February 2021
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TheWorldNut
Bangalore District, India503 contributions
Jan 2021
Geez! its certainly a must do if you are a driving enthusiast, so much so, that I drove 200 kms. up and down just for this beach and it was totally worth it. The place is huge, I mean its the longest drive-in beach in Asia for nothing. Very clean and well behaved people. Avoid going too close to the waves to avoid vehicle getting stuck. Go for it.
Written 27 January 2021
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JaniJermans
Bengaluru, India314 contributions
Jan 2021
i didn't know what was drive in bech, until we visited this place and this was amazing as going to the beach in your own car and parking the car near to the beach enjoying at your comfort, i felt like we were in a movie, perfect place for an evening
Written 18 January 2021
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Jeevan
Bangalore District, India31 contributions
Mar 2020
Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach is a Asia's longest drive in beach where you can enjoy your driving on sea shore. Entry fee is 40 for car and 20 for bike.
Must visit place in Thalaserry
Must visit place in Thalaserry
Written 13 April 2020
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Helen N
Croydon, Australia183 contributions
Mar 2020
Lovely driving beach. Good views. Shallow beach.Worth a look and a visit. You can take a Tuk Tuk ride along the beach.
Written 17 March 2020
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Dilip H
Hyderabad-Deccan, Andhra Pradesh, India38 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
Muzhapallingad beach is ideal for a beach ,but make sure when you are parking that's you are nearby as tides may suddenly turn .It is a very scenic spot and note it is not in kannur but more near to thalaserry.Ideak time would be early morning .The beach is gas done rocky areas which can be reached during low tide
Written 13 March 2020
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Bhyresh
Mysuru (Mysore), India
Is there any toll gates that might be closed in night's. On the way to mysuru.
Travel Love
Bangalore District, India126 contributions
If you are going to Mysore and crossing Bandipur forest then you might see forest entry closed in night
ajit
Mysuru (Mysore), India1 contribution
Is it ok to drive in march and april??
Will there be any tides and unfavourable weather??
What are the timings for this beach??
pulse606
Kannur, India22 contributions
it's ok to drive all around the year . tides depend on whether it is full moon or not.
beach with be closed mostly after sunset . as they don't have any lights in the area .
ghosh1001
Kolkata (Calcutta), India278 contributions
how can we reach Dharmadam Island from Muzhappilangad beach ? is boat cruise available from the beach ??
Mrinmoypaul
189 contributions
I am not too sure, but whatever I have heard is that you need prior permission to go to the island as it is a private property.
what time they allow to drive any timing is fixed because I yesterday went there in afternoon 2.30 but full of heavy shores
Skumar1974
Thrissur, India1,079 contributions
Hi. before i answer the question I need to know what do u mean by Shores?
will the beach be open for the next couple of weeks?
Dilshad I
Al Aqah, United Arab Emirates149 contributions
of course it will be open but please make sure u give gap near the sea as its rainy season
how is the accommodation and its availability for today and tomorrow and what are the places to visit. going on my drive.
mvishruth
Bengaluru, India85 contributions
This is a beach there are no accommodations available here. You can try surya residency which has good rooms and restaurant.
Azar Jindal
Escazu, Costa Rica61 contributions
Hello, Wanted to know if the beach will be open this weekend? I will be travelling from Bangalore for this beach only.
Devaraj P
Bengaluru, India11 contributions
Yes. it will be open but not sure at night because when I visited in morning and evening both the times their will be a check post to collect entry fees. also I think it is not advisable to visit Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach at night.
morning and evening if you visit Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach its really great place to spend time
Frequently Asked Questions about Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach
- Hotels near Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach:
- (4.38 km) Ezhara Beach House
- (5.26 km) Chera Rock Beach House
- (7.72 km) Kannur Beach House
- (5.75 km) Ocean Hues Beach House
- (7.37 km) The Malabar Beach Resort
- Restaurants near Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach:
- (13.25 km) Hotel Odhens
- (13.49 km) Sahib's Grill Kitchen
- (13.87 km) Raandhal
- (13.46 km) MVK Restaurant
- (13.14 km) MRA Bakery and restaurant
- Attractions near Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach:
- (7.11 km) Thottada Beach
- (14.88 km) Greens Ayurveda
- (13.95 km) Fort St. Angelos
- (13.33 km) Payyambalam Beach
- (7.33 km) Palakkayam Thattu