Kerala Houseboat

Introduction

Aptly termed “God's Own Country”, Kerala is blessed with a natural beauty that has a bit of everything… lush green, tropical forests, gently sloping hills and a culture that dates back to thousands of years in time. However, perhaps the greatest attraction of Kerala is her exotic backwaters, whose fame has made the state one of the most popular tourist destination in the world. These backwaters are home to a related tourist attraction of Kerala, namely houseboats. Charming and cozy, these Houseboat Cruises in Kerala are one of the greatest tourist attractions of the state.

Houseboats of Kerala

Relaxing yet presenting an enjoyable adventure, the houseboats of Kerala are perfectly tuned to provide one of the greatest holiday experiences to the tourist in Kerala. Traditionally used to move goods through the backwater canals and rivers across the towns, these 80-ft long Kettuvallams or houseboats as they are called today are comfortably furnished with an open lounge, one or two bath attached bedrooms and a kitchenette. Added with a staff, who ensure the comforts of the guests of the houseboats, these cruises are also inclusive of meals that showcase some of the delicious specialties of Kerala.

The Major Houseboat Cruises of Kerala

• Alleppey – Alleppey
• Alleppey - Kumarakom
• Alleppey - Kottayam
• Alleppey - Thottappally
• Alleppey - Alumkadavu
• Kumarakkom - Alumkadavu
• Alleppey - Quilon (Kollam)
• Kumarakom - Quilon (Kollam)
• Alleppey - Kochi (Thevara)
• Kochi - Alumkadavu
• Kochi - Quilon (Kollam)