Kerala Backwaters
The
backwaters formed the unique way of traveling in the past. Till date
it is efficiently used as a means to transport men and material. The
entire experience of the green and serene backwaters of Kerala is
incomparable and incredible.The vivacious and vibrant village life
cannot be left in a better way on a smooth sail in the houseboat.
The backwaters of Kerala have a fleet of over 250 houseboats. The
panoramic nature surrounding the houseboats is clubbed with the
equally well-furnished interiors. When onboard you may savor the
traditional delicacies of Kerala. The cuisine is captivating owing
to the local specialties in the menu like the chicken and fish
curry. The food is generally fresh as the material is purchased on
the way. You must opt for the fabulous ride on the houseboat and
explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters of Kerala.
Backwaters in Kerala are a network of lakes, canals and estuaries
and deltas of forty-four rivers that drain into the Arabian Sea. The
canals connect the villages together and are still used for local
transport. Over 900 km of this labyrinthine water world is navigable
Kerala Backwater Destination
The land of the green and the serene Kerala offers an amazing array
of the backwaters in Kerala. The breathtakingly beautiful
destinations are the true storehouses of the nature at its best. The
splendid sunsets, the waxing moonlights, the shoals of ducks, the
pulsating palms and the wonderful waves make the backwater
destinations the most sought after in kaleidoscopic Kerala.
Thiruvallam Backwaters
The stunningly beautiful and serene stretch of the Thiruvallam
backwaters is temptingly close to Thiruvanthapuram. The backwater
destination of Thiruvallam.
Makes a great one-day tour. The renowned canoe rides make
Thiruvallam popular with the tourists. You may even enjoy the water
sports in the lagoon and the move to the beach from the village
using the floating bridge in the waterfront park. The short village
cruises using the country boats are the perfect ways to enjoy the
backwaters of Thiruvallam.
Kumarakom Backwaters
Kumarakom is situated 15 km from Kottayam, on National Highway (NH)
47 between Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) and Kochi (Cochin).
Kumarakom is also a centre for houseboat cruises. Boating and
fishing facilities are available at Kumarakom. Kumarakom is a
cluster of little islands located on the banks of the famous
Vembanad Lake. This unique backwater destination situated on the
banks of the Vembanad lake is considered the gateway to the
backwaters of Kuttanad. Kumarakom is 14-acre bird sanctuary known
for local varieties of water fowl, cuckoo, water ducks, and
migrating Siberian storks.The water ways of Kumarakom is now a big
attraction for tourist.
Cochin Backwaters
Cochin now known as Kochi is one of the most visited Kerala
Backwater destinations. Cochin port is famous for its spices,
exported to the west from ancient times to the present day. The
Jewish Synagogue, Fort Cochin, The Matancherry Palace built by the
Dutch and St Francis Church are popular tourist attractions in
Cochin, visited by tourists on Kerala Backwater tours.
Kottayam Backwaters
Bordered by the lofty Western Ghats on the east, the Vembanad lake
and the paddy fields of Kuttanad on the west, Kottayam is land of
unique characteristic. Panoramic backwater stretches, lush paddy
fields, highlands, extensive rubber plantations and a totally
literate people have given this district the title: the land of
letters, latex and lakes.
Trivandrum Backwaters
A short distance from Thiruvananthapuram is the Veli Aakulam
lagoon. Water sports, a floating restaurant, an amusement park,
speedboats and other facilities make this spot a tourist attraction.
The east end of the lake is flanked by two scenic hillocks. Spotted
with numerous beaches and backwater stretches, Thiruvananthapuram is
a tourist hotspot. The main backwater areas of Thrivananthapuram are
Thiruvallam and Veli.
Kollam Backwaters
The splendid town of Kollam on the Ashtamudi Lake is renowned for
being the gateway to the beautiful backwaters of Kerala. You may opt
for an of the backwater tour and cruise that commence from Kollam.
The backwater tour from Kollam to Alappuzha is the longest cruise in
Kerala. Do not forget to catch on the cashews on your tour to Kollam
