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Kumarakom a wonderland of Kerala, is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and is a popular tourist destination located near the city of Kottayam in Kerala. Ranked as one of the top 50 destinations of a lifetime by the National Geographic Traveller, Kumarakom backwaters make for a massive irrigation system of canal-linked lagoons and lakes. The place and its surroundings make for a beautiful tourist attraction with its vistas of green hills, mangrove forests and coconut groves interposed with waterways, offering excellent opportunities for Aqua Tourism.
Cruising on the Kumarakom backwaters is one of the best ways to explore the water-logged beauty encased in this area. A cruise along these backwaters in a ‘Kettuvallom’ (A traditional houseboat) is the perfect way to have a rendezvous with pristine nature and to come face to face with the lifestyle that thrives on the sea shores. These cruises leave you refreshed and rejuvenated.
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The backwaters of Kumarakom provide some awesome scenic views. The houseboat experience in these backwaters is really nice. You also get to see a variety of birds in the area. If you choose a good houseboat, then the ride will certain be refreshing and relaxing.
Kumarakom a wonderland of Kerala, is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and is a popular tourist destination located near the city of Kottayam in Kerala. Ranked as one of the top 50 destinations of a lifetime by the National Geographic Traveller, Kumarakom backwaters make for a massive irrigation system of canal-linked lagoons and lakes. The place and its surroundings make for a beautiful tourist attraction with its vistas of green hills, mangrove forests and coconut groves interposed with waterways, offering excellent opportunities for Aqua Tourism.
Cruising on the Kumarakom backwaters is one of the best ways to explore the water-logged beauty encased in this area. A cruise along these backwaters in a ‘Kettuvallom’ (A traditional houseboat) is the perfect way to have a rendezvous with pristine nature and to come face to face with the lifestyle that thrives on the sea shores. Not to be missed, these cruises leave you refreshed and rejuvenated.
While cruising you will skim past backwater villages, traditional fishing operations, local ferries, ancient Chinese fishing nets, renowned snake boat races in Onam season, lush paddy fields, coir villages, rustic homes, temples and coconut groves etc.
The houseboats are provided with all modern amenities, an open sit out, a sunbath deck, a spacious living area, a kitchen, bath-attached bedrooms with T.V, DVD and other entertainment options. The choice of menu is handed over to the guests who can decide which kind of typical Kerala food are to be served on board for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Check-in Time: 11:30 AM, Check-out Time: 9:30 AM
