Kerala Backwaters and Houseboats

In ancient times, Kettuvallams (countryboats) were used in Backwaters for transportation of people and cargo from one place to another particularly from the isolated interior places to town like Aleppey, Kottayam, Kollam, Cochim. On arrival of roads and bridges, countryboats were vanished. However, with the visit of Tourists, country boats were again launched in the form of Kerala Houseboats as a major tourist attraction. Houseboats are mainly of "Aanjili" wood, clubbed with Eco friendly Bamboo poles, Ropes of Coconut fibre,Bamboo mats, Carpets etc. They vary in size. 95 Ft in length and 13 Ft width is the normal size of a boat for one Bedroom facility. Fully furnished Big Houseboats of 107 Ft long and 19 Ft wide are also available now with added facilities like private balcony, rest room with comfortable chairs apart from bedrooms varying up to Five in numbers.

Cruise in Backwaters : The wide geometry of Kerala, God's Own Country can be best enjoyed through the enchanting backwaters. Houseboats take you through the thick and thin of the backwaters, robbing your heart and one can never forget the panoramic view of Palm fringed narrow canals, flowing through the vast expanse of paddy fields and small hamlets made of bamboos on the sides of the canals. A journey in Houseboat become unforgettable in one's life time with the scenes and sounds of meandering streams, slender breeze, murmurs of forests, chirpy birds etc etc. The most sought after event for the travelers from all around the world. Houseboats are available in different categories and budgets as per the need of the hour from Kettuvallam (traditional houseboat) to luxurious Houseboats. A journey through the backwaters of the stretches of Vembanad will give the most enchanting and complete experience on the backwaters, revealing the beauty of the facts of life of the local villagers in its traditional form. One can enjoy the beauty of the panorama of the surroundings of the backwaters during the day times and enjoy the night in the Houseboat itself. Early sunrise is a treat to watch and enjoy from the platform of the houseboat.

Packages : Different tour operators are making available the Houseboats in the backwaters as per the budget of the tourists and strength of the team. The most attractive package is meant for the Honeymooners. The newly wedded couple or even pairs of them can come together and hire a houseboat as per the capacity of their pockets. The houseboats are guarded by crew like Guide, Cabin Assistant apart from the Driver. The most sought after backwaters exist in Aleppy and a trip from Kuttanad to Kumarakam is something which remain afresh in one's life. They tend to explore the natural beauty to the tilt. The Tour operators will make arrangement to pick you up from the Railway Station or say Bus stop or Airport and drop you after the sojourn of ecstasy of highest standards. Even online booking for the facilities are available. The peak is from December to January when the booking rates will go up compared to June to Sept period. During the months of October to November, the operators are charging slightly higher rates than the June rates.