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Welcome to the holiday at Kumarakom the ornithologist's
paradise. Bask in the beauty of nature amidst marvelous
mangrove forests, coconut canopies and Pulsating paddy
fields sprinkled with enchanting waterways and canals decked
with while lilies. For everyone looking forward to a lazy
and laid back holiday Kumarakom is the place to be at.
While at Kumarakom visit to the Vembanad Lake is a must. The
fresh water lake acts as an integral part of the backwater
cruises in Kerala.
Water Bird Sanctuary
A 14-acre bird sanctuary is situated on the eastern banks
of the Vembanad Lake. The sanctuary adds to the natural
beauty of Kumarakom. Birds (waterfowl, water ducks, cuckoos,
wild ducks etc.) nest and spend happy summers here. Birds
like Siberian storks migrate here every year.
At the water-bird sanctuary you can spot domestic birds
like cuckoo, wild duck, egrets, darters, herons, teal, and
waterfowl as well as migratory birds like the Siberian
storks. Further ahead from Kumarakom you may visit the
backwater town of Kottayam. At Kottayam you must check out
the rubber plantations and the old churches.
Backwater Cruise
The backwaters of Kerala - endless miles of snaking
waterways flanked on either side by emerald palms. Tranquil
and alluring, they offer you the experience of a lifetime.
While Kumarakom the boat races, houseboat cruise, canoeing
and fishing are something not to be missed. A stay at the
houseboat, called Kettuvallom is an unparallel and unique
experience. The scintillating beauty of nature and the
simplicity of the people will not fail to touch you at
Kumarakom
The Vembanad Lake
Kottayam is a vast network of rivers and canals, which
empty into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad
Lake. The lake, an enchanting picnic spot and a fast
developing backwater tourism destination, provides boating,
fishing and sightseeing experiences that are truly
exhilarating.
Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls
Located 18 km from Kottayam town, is this beautiful picnic
spot where streams tinkle as they make their way through the
landscape and waters roar as they cascade down the mountains
from a height of 100 ft. Tourists can also enjoy the shade
of the rubber plantations here.
House Boat
Kettuvallom (House Boat) is a country boat that was used in
the early days for the transport of goods from the isolated
interior villages to the towns. With the advent of roads,
bridges and ferry services, gradually the Kettuvalloms went
off the scene. Now these kettuvalloms are back again as a
major tourist attraction. A ride on a Kettuvallom is a
fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the
backwaters.
A houseboat is about 67 feet in length and has a width of
around 13 feet in the middle. The materials that go into the
making are local and ecofriendly; bamboo poles, coconut
fibre, ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc. The main wood used
is "Anjili". There are houseboats with fully
furnished single room, double room and triple rooms. All of
them have sundeck, private balcony with comfortable chairs,
kitchen and toilet with w.c. In addition there is a separate
rest room for the crew. Traditional lanterns are used as
lights. The crew includes a chef, and two oarsmen. The
cuisine is of traditional Kerala flavour.