Sandwiched between the forest-covered Western Ghats in the east and the Arabian Sea in the west, Kasargod is a place where you can rejuvenate yourself in the magic of nature’s charms. The Kasargod district is replete with natural splendor, refreshing air, mineral resources and primordial foliage amidst the vast expanse of water and sky. Kasargod is branded for its coir, handloom and tobacco industries. This exquisite isthmus is demarcated into north and south by two rivers - the Talapadi and the Trikaripur (near Karuvellure). Grey rocks, barren land and serene lagoons also peep through the coconut palms along the coastal belt, thus enhancing its exceptional beauty. Not surprisingly, Kasargod is potentially poised to become the natural and cultural pride of India in the area of tourism.

Kasaragod district covers over 5625 sq. kms of woodland area which falls under the Wayanad Forest Division. Adoor, Eleri, Karudukka, Maloth, Parappa, Panathady and Muliyar are some of the reserve forests stretching to 86.52 sq. kms. The forest reserves spread in two ranges- Kasaragod and Kanhangad. The prime forest produces are shegaibark, sheakoy, cardamom, canes, fibres, etc. Wild animals like, Sambar, the fastest deer, boars are spotted in some areas. At times, wild boars cause panic to the cultivators of hilly areas.

A large chunk of travelers visiting Kasargod these days, advance straight towards Bekal, located 16 km south on National Highway 47. Blessed with nature’s bounty, the Bekal beach has its own historic and archeological significance. Bekal is fast escalating as an international tourist destination. Today it is also preferred as an ideal shooting locale by moviemakers. Bekal is privileged to be one among the five hot spots selected by the Government of India to be developed into a 'Special Tourism Area'. The nearest airport to Kasargod is at Mangalore, 50 km away. Kozhikode (Calicut) airport is 150 km south. Kasargod has a railway station which is connected to various important towns. An effective road network connects Kasargod to towns in Kerala and neighboring Karnataka.