Vypeen Island
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EkMusafir
Pune, India2,219 contributions
Dec 2019
Vypeen or Vypin Island is one of the group of islands which form the city of Kochi and Ernakulam. It is just north of Fort Kochi and easily accessed by ferry or road. It is an elongated island, about 27 km long and less than 2 km wide at its widest. It is connected to mainland Kochi by a series of bridges known as the Goshree Bridge which is about 3 km long and touches two other islands.
Another way to reach the south end of Vypin Island is by a ferry. There are ferries from Fort Kochi, Bolghatty Island and Ernakulam on the mainland. All the ferries offer scenic rides on the Vembanad Lake backwaters. We crossed over on the Vypin-Fort Kochi ‘Jankar’ ferry with our car, and the crossing took barely 10 minutes, although we had to wait for about 15 minutes to board it.
The drive along Vypin Island is very scenic, although it is supposed to be one of the most densely populated islands in the world. One the western side is the Arabian Sea, and on the east is the scenic backwater. Both sides are lined with pretty palm trees. There is a lighthouse and some pristine beaches lining the seaside, Cherai Beach and Kuzhupilly Beach being the most popular. There are many seaside resorts and restaurants as well on the beach front.
It is worth taking a ferry trip to Vypin Island if you are visiting Kochi or Ernakulam for sight-seeing.
Another way to reach the south end of Vypin Island is by a ferry. There are ferries from Fort Kochi, Bolghatty Island and Ernakulam on the mainland. All the ferries offer scenic rides on the Vembanad Lake backwaters. We crossed over on the Vypin-Fort Kochi ‘Jankar’ ferry with our car, and the crossing took barely 10 minutes, although we had to wait for about 15 minutes to board it.
The drive along Vypin Island is very scenic, although it is supposed to be one of the most densely populated islands in the world. One the western side is the Arabian Sea, and on the east is the scenic backwater. Both sides are lined with pretty palm trees. There is a lighthouse and some pristine beaches lining the seaside, Cherai Beach and Kuzhupilly Beach being the most popular. There are many seaside resorts and restaurants as well on the beach front.
It is worth taking a ferry trip to Vypin Island if you are visiting Kochi or Ernakulam for sight-seeing.
Written February 1, 2020
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Joji J
Kochi (Cochin), India3,049 contributions
Oct 2019
The Vypeen Island is just ten minutes drive from High Court junction and apart from going to Njrakal, Kodungalloor etc by coastal road we go to the Island occasionally to spend evenings. I love the long sandy beach, Munambam fishing harbor, Puthuvype light house, the mangroves, etc and crossing the Goshree bridges it is easy to reach the island. There are few Chinese fishing nets apart from the fishing harbor, the island has good roads and is well connected with nearby attractions like Ernakulam, Cherai, Kodungalloor etc. Nice Island to spend a whole day with family or friends.
Written December 14, 2019
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Dr RANGARAJAN R
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Apr 2017 • Family
From Cherai we traveled by car to Fort Kochi and took a ferry. Ferry carries people, cars, two wheeler and even a tempo traveller to Vypin in about 7 minutes. If you travel by road, I was told it will take around 1hr 30 minutes. The ferry charge per person is only Rs.3/- for one way and for our car we paid Rs.35/- one way. You have motor boat service also. The adjoining beach is very clean and splendid. we sighted some thing like a small dolphin vertically revolving around itself in the sea. we are not quite sure about what it is.
Written April 18, 2017
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Sheethal
World3 contributions
May 2022 • Family
In vypin itself we were in line for more than 1hr 30 min for ferry. Its just a waste of time. Would rather prefer by road. If you are a tourist and has no time limit then can wait on line to get into ferry. The service is also not so good.
Terrible experience it was!!!
Terrible experience it was!!!
Written May 28, 2022
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KTP310
Reading, UK1,189 contributions
Sep 2017 • Family
This was the favourite part of our stay in Cochin. We caught the ferry over to Vypeen Island, an experience in itself as it was teeming with people, cars and bikes - all for 3 rupees each! After a 10 minute crossing we walked a few minutes along the beach to the fishing nets - so much nicer and cleaner than those at Fort Kochi. A fisherman beckoned us on to their platform and brought in the nets for us to see - an incredible experience! Then a fun 10 minute tuc tuc ride to the lighthouse - well worth a visit for the amazing views for just 50 rupees.
Written September 2, 2017
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lilliput41
Weybridge surrey63 contributions
Jan 2017
Great place to visit. I stayed at 36 Palms Boutique right at the end of the Cherari village. Its a great spot. The village is small with no shopping for tourists. The beach is long and clean and I regularly saw dolphins swimming past in the morning and the evening. Definitely worth a stay BUT only if you like peace, relaxation and quiet as there is nothing to do but sunbath and walk the beach.
Written January 13, 2017
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jennifer1983187159
Limoges, France157 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
For a decent afternoon out, take the fery from Fort Kochin (costs 3 rupees each way!!!). Then take a tuc tuc to the lighthouse (costs 40 rupees, and has good views).Tuc tuc costs 100 rupees.....ask them to go 800m further on, for a decent, deserted sandy beach.
Written January 22, 2017
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Jim B
Cardiff, UK958 contributions
Sep 2016 • Solo
I gather this is regarded as the most densely populated rural area in the world and it seems like it when travelling along the road that runs the length of the island. Once away from the road, either on the backwaters or on the spacious Cherai Beach peace and tranquility reigns. There are no large hotels but there are plenty of lovely places to stay. One of the best being The Cherai Beach Residency.
Written September 30, 2016
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tourdesigners
Kollam, India171 contributions
Feb 2016
sarrounded by arabian sea and vembanad lake,at the harbour mouth of Kochi port, vypeen is one of the most densely populated islands in the world..around 200000 people lives here. now its well connected with ernakulam town with the goshree bridges and ferries to fort kochi and ernakulam.
Written March 24, 2016
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Adarsh G
Kochi (Cochin), India26 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
The Vypeen beach is less explored and hence it is perhaps one of the most cleanest beaches in Kerala.
try the seafood cuisine. Worth the experience..!!
Try catching sunrise here!!..Great drive it is!!
try the seafood cuisine. Worth the experience..!!
Try catching sunrise here!!..Great drive it is!!
Written January 31, 2017
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Hi I am in Cochin for two nights in January. We are family of two plus one kid of 5 years of age. We will be staying at a hotel near Cherai beach. Can anyone suggest good itinerary for cochin? We would like to do couple of hours of backwater tour, attend kathakali center, have famous sadya meal, tour of fort cochi, museums etc.
We will be landing in Cochin @ 2pm on 11th Jan and departing for thekkady on early morning of 13th Jan around 8am.
Pls suggest good plan considering above. Thanks.
Written November 17, 2022
We have only a day from 7 am to 5 pm. Is it possible to accommodate Vypeen island ? how long does it take to / fro fort cochin. Thanks,
Written December 9, 2018
Vypeen island is about 25 kms long and 3 kms wide, lush green and thickly populated. It's studded with 5 beautiful beaches and historical hotspots. It takes barely 7-10 minutes to travel between Fort Kochi and Vypeen by Ro-Ro or boat. If you've time from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. it's more than enough to enjoy visiting this unique island. Public transport means are cheap and convenient to travel in Vypeen. Local cuisine especially, that at homes on Cherai beach, offers delicious food to cherish in your memories for ever. Happy travel
Written October 18, 2019
Hello
would you recommend a driver and his cab ?
in Kochi
Thank yoy
Written March 7, 2018
we used OLA from the airport to our hotel which was a good experience, took a private taxi from Kottayam taxi, driver was not amazing though!
Written May 8, 2018
I will be in cochin for a weekend.
Need suggestions where to plan my stay.. on vypin island or cherai beach or marari beach.
Travelling with an infant n my husband.
Thanks for suggestions in advance.
Written January 10, 2018
Maarari beach is little far. But definitely worth it. Cherai beach has become crowded. Maybe you should go to kuzhupilly beach instead. It is less commercialised compared to Cherai beach. Visit fort cochin and Mattancherry (jew street, jain temple). And since you are coming to vypin the maybe you can also visit matsyafed fish farm njarakkal and light house at puthuvype
Written January 11, 2018
How does it take for one to get to get to the island Vypeen?
Written August 19, 2017
What are the usual temperatures in January? Is it humid? Are mosquitoes an issue? Thank you x
Written July 31, 2017
Temperatures are 32-34 day / 20-24 night.
There are mosquitoes, so you should be prepared, particularly if you plan to be in the backwaters, bird sanctuaries, etc.
Written January 20, 2018
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