One of the most enchanting things that add charm to the mesmerizing state of Kerala are its amazing backwaters and Houseboat Tours of Kerala.

The backwaters and Kerala Houseboats enlightening the charm of Kerala . They stretch to a length of about 1,900 km offer a unique experience to the visitors and a look at the different lifestyle of the Keralan people that exists along these emerald backwaters.

A cruise through these backwaters in a houseboat has become one of the most sought after holiday option in India.

These Kerala Houseboat Tours offerred by backwater tours of Kerala, known as Kettuvalloms in the olden days, were made by tying together pieces of wood without using even a single pin or a nail.

These boats made from all the eco friendly material were used for local transportation. The Kettuvalloms have now been replaced with giant houseboats that are furnished with all the luxuries like one or two bedrooms with attached bath, a lounge, deck, kitchen and crew generally comprising of an oarsman and a cook.

A cruise in the houseboat through the exotic backwaters offers an unforgettable experience. These Kerala Houseboats are made using eco friendly material.

There are numerous routes in the Kerala backwaters which you can choose for a houseboat trip. Each route of this Backwater tours of Kerala has its own charm and speciality and offers a look at an altogether different aspect of Kerala.

House Boat Tours in India

» The houseboats are made of excellent and absolutely eco friendly material.
» Each houseboat is provided with an open area for sun bathing.
» The rooms in the houseboats are spacious and comfortable and attached with toilets.
» Healthy and hygienic food is prepared on board by the accompanying cook.
» Clean and good quality accessories as towels, soaps etc.
» The houseboats come in different varieties including one bedded accommodation, two bedded accommodation and large boats for families.

Popular Houseboat Cruises

Alleppey Round
The starting and ending point of the cruise is in Alleppey with an overnight stay on the backwaters.

The attractions of the trip are the 400-year-old church and the famous Punnamada Lake, the venue for the Annual Boat Race.

Alleppey to Kumarakom
Kerala Houseboat Tour, The cruise takes you through the enchanting waters of the Vembanad Lake. Enjoy the amazing sights of the life that exists on the shores of the backwater. Major attractions of the trip are the picturesque Pathiramanal Islands and Chavara Bhavan.

Alleppey to Kottayam
House Boat Tours in India, Another fascinating experience that links the two exotic places of Alleppey and Kottayam.

Enjoy the amazing scenic splendour of the place and get a glimpse of life in the region. Enjoy a night's stay on the boat and wake up the next day to the sweet sound of water rippling gently across the boat.