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Kerala House Boats Tour

The beautiful land of Kerala offers some out of the world scenic attractions like the backwaters, which consist of a complex network of lagoons, lakes & canals. Life on the backwaters is absolutely exciting and interesting, since water being the key to everything. Here waterways are the only way of moving around since there are no roads. The banks have lush green rice fields spread over a distance and coconut groves with the occasional temple or church.

The canals or waterways are different from each other according to dimension. They are wide enough to be dubbed lakes, rich with marine bounty. These silver sources of freshwater are mainly located around the townships of Allepey, Kumarakom, Kottayam, Quilon and Cochin.

Experience backwaters along with a traditional thatch-roofed houseboat, known as 'kettuvallam'. It will be an experience that you will savor for a long time.

These houseboats are renovated cargo boats also known as kettuvallam and have eco-friendly functioning. They offer all modern conveniences and comforts to make your stay a pleasant experience.

Kerala offers a wide selection of beautiful routes, available for the cruises. Just choose any one that suits your budget and time frame. Each route is extensive, serene and enjoyable in itself.

 

Kerala House Boats

» Facilities available in a Houseboat
Each houseboat is an excellent piece of construction and luxurious furnishing with exquisite flooring, hull and valavara (canopy). The houseboats are also provided with a sun deck, spacious living / dining area. There are one bedded, two bedded accommodation along with family boats. These have attached toilets and separate toilets for crew. They also have spacious passage and a neat and classy kitchen. Kitchen is appropriately fireproof. Clean good quality linen, blankets and towels are provided. The food offered on boat prepared by professional cooks.

» Houseboats cruises
There are various houseboat cruises available within Kerala that are very exciting and enjoyable. Some of them are, short cruise in & around Allepey & Kollam, short cruise from Kollam, overnight cruise from Alleppey, Alleppey to Kottayam, Alleppey to Kumarakom, Alleppey to Thottappally and a 2 nights cruise from Alleppey to Alumkadavu.

These wonderful cruises provide you with an opportunity to peep into the colorful and rustic life of Kerala.