Keralam drew more than 7.71 lakh tourists from Maharashtra in 2025
Pune: Maharashtra tourists appear to have a strong affection for God’s Own Country, with more than 7.71 lakh visitors from the state travelling to Keralam last year, according to Sooraj PK, information officer, Keralam tourism department. The trend has continued into 2026, with domestic tourist arrivals in Keralam rising 10.98% in the first quarter compared with the same period in 2025, according to the latest tourism statistics and trends. Varkala hosted the second International Surfing Festival at Edava Beach in 2025.
Because of good flight connectivity between Maharashtra and Kochi, sooraj PK said Kochi is a popular destination among Maharashtra tourists. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Pune | Silver Rate in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune | Petrol Price in Pune | Diesel Price in Pune | CNG Price in Pune | LPG Price in Pune Stay updated with the latest Pune news.
The Kochi-Munnar-Thekkady-Alappuzha itinerary is also popular among Maharashtra tourists, he said. Sooraj PK also said that surfing tourism is gaining popularity in Keralam, with Varkala, Kovalam and Beypore emerging as key destinations. Sooraj PK was speaking to the media during a pre-season campaign featuring partnership meets and roadshows organised by Keralam Tourism in Pune. The itinerary brings together hill stations, wildlife and spice plantations, backwaters and houseboats, and urban getaways. Plus ‘Aventura’, Keralam’s first govt-sponsored surfing school at Gotheeswaram Beach, provides training through internationally certified trainers, focusing on surfing fundamentals, safety and technique. Download the TOI App.