Houseboat Tours of Kerala

Kerala has been considered as land of God’s own
country as it holds some of the finest tourist destinations of the world. The natural exquisiteness and the picturesque views of this south Indian State is just conspicuous. Cruising in a houseboat on the backwaters of Kerala is one of the breathtaking and memorable experiences of life. 

Previously these houseboats were known as Kettuvallams, and were used in its early days for transportation of goods from the remote villages to the towns or vice-versa. But as the development of tourism sector brought roads and bridges these kettuvallams lost their importance. But with the time, there were seen once again floating over the pristine backwater, but now this time in a different colorful traditional look, with the motive to entertain visitors and to provide them with an opportunity to soak in the encompassing nature’s realm. Since then the importance of houseboat is not just felt by the people of Kerala, but from all over the world, tourists, honeymoon couples and holiday makers come to relish its heart melting beauty.

Top two Kerala backwater houseboat destinations are-

Alappuzha- It is also known as Alleppey, located in Alappuzha District of Kerala. It is considered as one of the oldest town in this region. The backwater of this town is one of the prominent places of houseboat tourism, with a large network of inland canals. It is also considered as the headquarters for backwater tourism, famous for its historic Aranmula Snake Boat Race which is held yearly. The next big thing is a backwater event in this region known as Jawaharlal Nehru Snake Boat Race. The race attracts lot of tourists as the race features snake - boats, each rowed by over a hundred oarsmen, cut through the waters like wind. The scene is just awe-inspiring. A tour in a houseboat in the backwater of this region gives you a unique experience of the traditional lifestyle of the remote villages which remains more or less unchanged over the years.

Kumarakoram- This place is a home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Vembanand Lake, which is located in Kottyam district, Kumarakoram, is one of the major backwater stretches, where a network of canals empty into a large stretch of water. A houseboat trip at this place gives you an experience out of the world with countryside sights and the plentiful aquatic life. A retreat tour to Vembanad Lake will give you a chance to look at the picturesque richness of the area such as the rich flora and fauna that is supported by this captivating water body. This place is also considered as a luxurious picnic spot by many of the visiting tourists. There is a bird sanctuary located in the sidelines of the backwater of this area that is home to some extraordinary water birds. A visit to this sanctuary will leave you awe-struck with wonder and excitement.

Houseboat trips are not only known as a simple tourist destination but lately it has also emerged as a paradise for honeymoon couples because of the solitude and adventure added to these trips.

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