Cherai beach is one of the best, naturally gifted beaches of Kerala . It is located on the northern end of Vypeen Island in Ernakulam District . It is also known as the Golden beach of Kerala. It is beautiful beach with clean and shallow sea water which allows us for swimming and sun bathing. Because of clean water and the serene winds this long beach has rightfully earned the name The Princess of the Arabian sea. In this beach the Lagoon and the Sea are separated by few meters. The beach is bordered by green coconut palms and paddy fields. One of the rarest features of this place is the formation of a phenomenon called Poyil. It is actually the formation of a narrow sandbar between the calm backwaters and the strong ocean. If one is lucky, they can have a glimpse of the Dolphins in this sea.

This beach is famous for its mouth watering sea food cuisines . On the beach, you can find beautiful seashells which are of various shapes and sizes. Water sport facilities are available which include water scooter, speed boats etc. There is also a park for the children. The beach has now been modified with a walkway path and night lamps, which make people, enjoy the beach even at night . All these attract the tourists in large numbers and make this beach an excellent tourist destination .