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Kavvayi is a small island, near Payyannur in the Kannur district of Kerala state in India. The island is connected with Payyannur by a small bridge on the Kavvayi Pozha which means the river of Kavvayi. Recently there have been a number of researches done by a number of archaeologists in this river.

Kavvayi Kayal could perhaps be your next, most fascinating destination among the backwaters in Kerala. The backwaters down south of Kerala; like those in and around Kollam and Alappuzha has its own unique attractions, surroundings and way of life. Kavvayi Kayal too has its own unique elements that could easily make you fall in love with it.

You can simply unwind by taking a walk along the land that fringes the Kavvayi Kayal or else may step into one of the country boats and relax in the cool breeze while enjoying the abundance of surrounding greenery. This backwater stretch is full of interesting sights and experiences that would keep prevent your interest level from hitting a low. Locally called as Kavvayi Kayal or the backwater of Kavvayi, this lesser known backwater of northern Kerala is the result of the five rivers viz. River Kavvayi and its tributary streams Kankol, Vannathichal, Kuppithodu, and Kuniyan.

From an ecological point of view the backwater of Kavvayi and its surrounding region is considered to be of significance. The backwater and the wetlands are home to a variety of fauna and flora.

Another interesting sight that one could encounter while on the backwaters of Kavvayi are the nearly half a dozen of small and big islands. The backwater setting at Kavvayi is the biggest wetland in north Kerala with an area of roughly 37 sq km.

A boat ride ideally from Kotti-Kottappuram would provide a visitor to see and enjoy the many inspiring sights of Kavvayi Kayal.

Getting there:

Nearest Railway station: Payyannur, about 4 kms.

Nearest Airport: Karipur, about 93 kms from Kannur

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