The beautiful Cherai beach bordering the Vypeen Island is ideal for swimming. The sea on the western side and the backwaters on the east give this upcoming tourist destination, a uniqueness, which is found only in Kerala. Thick coconut groves and Chinese fishing nets on the waterfront are also some of the attractions. The beach facade and the backwaters frontage have given Cherai such magnificent immense natural beauty to the beach. Added to this is the chance to explore the village life.

Only a few beaches in Kerala can be compared with the cleanliness and beauty of Cherai beach. The Cherai beach situated at a distance of 35 km from Cochin. Lovingly called the princess of the Arabian Sea, this 10 kilometer long beach is becoming the favorite destination of the tourists. The Cherai beach also has the unique position of being the only beach where dolphins can be spotted. From the ancient times, Cherai had been known for seafood delicacies to be watered down with the country liquor called Toddy. Cherai is easily accessible from most parts of Kerala and is only 40 minutes drive from Vypeen.