Kerala Houseboats

Kerala is a land of beauty and exoticism. With multiple options of vacation, filled with flavour and adventure, the state has an irresistible charm, pulling in tourists and holidaymakers from across the globe. The intricate maze of rivers, lagoons and canals criss-crossing the state give rise to magnificent houseboat cruises capturing the pristine flora and fauna of the region.

A houseboat, on an average, measures 67 feet in length and 13 feet in width (in the middle). The kettuvalloms, as they are locally called, are constructed using eco-friendly materials like bamboo poles, ropes, coconut fibre, bamboo mats, carpets etc. A specific kind of wood, known as Anjili, is used to build the basic structure of these houseboats.

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Facilities in Kerala Houseboat
Houseboats of Kerala are meant to provide a pleasurable ride along the backwaters of the state. To make the guests feel at home, as much as possible, the houseboats have been luxuriously furnished with all the basic requirements of stay. The facilities provided on a houseboat are as follows.
» Elegantly appointed living room
» Telivision, VCD & music system
» Multi-cuisine dishes available
» AC or non-AC houseboats with attached bathroom
» Running water
» Luxurious twin beds, table, chairs etc.
» Hygienic modern kitchen


Popular Kerala Backwater Cruises
Tourists can avail of multiple houseboat trips along the backwaters of Kerala. There are tours ranging from a night to a couple of days. A short cruise along Alleppey is a nice option to start with. Further, you can book trips from Alleppey to Kumarakom, Alleppey to Kottayam and Alleppey to Thottappally. There is an intricate network of lagoons, estuaries, lakes and canals offering you a fascinating rendezvous with nature and the traditional lures of the state. Bird watching at Kumarakom is a favourite with tourists, while making a trip from Alleppey to Kumarakom.


Attraction En Route
Needless to say, a houseboat cruise in Kerala is an experience of a lifespan. There's so much to discover, to be cognizant of, to see, to experience and to soak up, that no visitors can return untouched. There is a variety of experiences in store for tourists.
» You can enjoy village walks to soak up the rustic charm of a typical Keralan village.
» You can also indulge in bird watching feasting eyes on colourful exotic species of birds.
» Have a look at the exclusive Chinese fishing nets and know the techniques of fishing.
» Gorge on toothsome traditional dishes of Kerala including delicious sea food.
» Visit the historical remnants located close to the backwaters and beaches.
» Visit the ancient ports and harbours that were major trade centre at one time.
» Know the unique shell gathering techniques of the locals.

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