Thiruvallam: (6 km formThiruvananthapuram city) :

This serene backwater stretch, enroute to Kovalam, is famous for its canoe rides.

Thiruvallam is the meeting point of two rives- Killi and Karamana. A temple dedicated to Parashurama, the legendary founder of Kerala, is located here.

Veli tourist Village (8 km from thiruvananthapuram city) :

The Veli Tourist Village is sandwiched between the Veli Lagoon and the Arabian Sea. The lagoon here is separated from the sea by a narrow sand bar.

Facilities at the village include water sports in the lagoon and 18 acre waterfront park with a floating bridge that connects the village to the beach.

Akulam Boat Club (8 km from Thiruvandanthapuram city) :

This is a very popular picnic spot with boating facilities on the lake and a children's park with a swimming pool.