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1. Backwater cruise, Alleppey.
Alleppey is the pivotal start point for trips into Kerala’s famed backwaters and the state’s rice bowl, Kuttanad. There are ample houseboats and motorboats to Quilon (Kollam) to the south, and Kottayam to the east. It is an eight hour ride on the backwaters from the Alleppey backwater jetty to Quilon, past some of the most entrancing scenery of palm-fringed banks, quaint islands, quiet fishermen villages, Chinese fishing nets and little rice boats carrying locals around the village and across it. If you are on a motorboat/steamer, it is a straight 8-hour journey on the backwaters with occasional pauses at little islands with a coffee shop or a traditional shack selling delicious local snacks typical of Kerala.
2. Backwater Cruise on Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom.
Kumarakom is a cluster of islets on the serene Vembanad Lake, a part of the Kuttanad region in Kerala. An interesting way to explore this green backwater getaway is by renting a houseboat (locally called Kettuvalloms) and drifting on the lazy backwaters past a wealth of mangrove forests, emerald paddy fields and swaying coconut groves. Spend leisurely hours soaking the calm and the languid pace of backwater life. If you take to angling, the backwaters are a great opportunity to hone your skills. Canoeing is another popular activity on the backwaters, if you wish to infuse some energy to your laidback holiday, canoe ride is most definitely worth considering.
3. Backwater cruise, Alleppey.
Alleppey is the pivotal start point for trips into Kerala’s famed backwaters and the state’s rice bowl, Kuttanad. There are ample houseboats and motorboats to Quilon (Kollam) to the south, and Kottayam to the east. It is an eight hour ride on the backwaters from the Alleppey backwater jetty to Quilon, past some of the most entrancing scenery of palm-fringed banks, quaint islands, quiet fishermen villages, Chinese fishing nets and little rice boats carrying locals around the village and across it. If you are on a motorboat/steamer, it is a straight 8-hour journey on the backwaters with occasional pauses at little islands with a coffee shop or a traditional shack selling delicious local snacks typical of Kerala.
4. Backwater Cruise on Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom.
Kumarakom is a cluster of islets on the serene Vembanad Lake, a part of the Kuttanad region in Kerala. An interesting way to explore this green backwater getaway is by renting a houseboat (locally called Kettuvalloms) and drifting on the lazy backwaters past a wealth of mangrove forests, emerald paddy fields and swaying coconut groves. Spend leisurely hours soaking the calm and the languid pace of backwater life. If you take to angling, the backwaters are a great opportunity to hone your skills. Canoeing is another popular activity on the backwaters, if you wish to infuse some energy to your laidback holiday, canoe ride is most definitely worth considering.
5. Houseboat, Backwater Houseboat.
Alleppey is the pivotal start point for trips into Kerala’s famed backwaters and the state’s rice bowl, Kuttanad. Set out on a houseboat, and sail up to Quilon (Kollam) to the south, and Kottayam to the east. It is a lovely day long ride on the backwaters from the Alleppey backwater jetty to Quilon, past some of the most entrancing scenery of palm-fringed banks, quaint islands, quiet fishermen villages, Chinese fishing nets and little rice boats carrying locals around the village and across it. You will cross several quaint islands. One such island has a rustic shack selling an array of oddball antique silver jewelry.
6. Ponnumthuruth (Golden Island), Varkala.
The verdant Ponnumthuruth (meaning Golden Island) is in the middle of the placid backwaters near Varkala. Untouched now for centuries, this virgin island is a vibrant ecosystem home to a variety of flora and fauna. There is a still beauty about the place, occasionally broken by the rustling of wind through palm trees, the twittering of birds or the gentle lapping on water on the white beach. Amble down the coastline, enjoy the refreshing sea breeze and listen to the fishermen as they hum earthy songs while casting their nets in the lake.
7. Thiruvallam Backwaters, Trivandrum.
Thiruvallam is a green backwater getaway about 6 kilometers (3.75 miles) from Trivandrum, popular for canoe rides. At the confluence of Killi and Karamana rivers, Thiruvallam opens up a vista of sleepy fishing villages thick with exotic flowers fringing the serene backwaters. The place is also popular for its temple dedicated to Lord Parashurama believed to be the creator of Kerala. A Hindu pilgrimage destination, the Parashurama temple is thronged by devotees to perform rituals in honor of their ancestors. Away from the bustle of Trivandrum city, the confluence of the two beautiful rivers at Thiruvallam creates an idyllic setting for navigation.