Property Number: 102KER

The only way to truly appreciate the famous Kerala Backwaters is by jumping aboard a houseboat and enjoying a romantic leisurely cruise. These boats, or 'Kettuvalam' in Malayalam, are made with a centuries old technique that uses coir rope to bind the boats together without the use of a single nail. They are furnished to a high standard with modern amenities including air conditioning, comfortable en-suite bedrooms, and even modern fitted modular kitchens. You will be well looked after by your own Cook, Driver, and Caretaker. If you are coming to South India this is a treat you should definitely consider.

Accommodation Offered:

• 2 En-suite A/c one bedroom houseboats, with lounge dining room w/satellite TV, and modern modular kitchen. The boat comes with Driver, Cook, and Caretaker
• En-suite A/c two bedroom houseboats, with lounge dining room w/satellite TV, and modern modular kitchen. The boat comes with Driver, Cook, and Caretaker
• En-suite A/c three bedroom houseboat, with lounge dining room w/satellite TV, and modern modular kitchen. The boat comes with Driver, Cook, and Caretaker

Local Attractions etc

Within a short walk:

• Kumarakom Lake

Extra Information

*In adherence with government guidelines the boat will anchor at 5.45 PM in the evening at the lakeshore.

Three houseboat staff will be present, providing the client security and privacy.

*Check in 12.00 noon. Check out 9.30 am

Food Menu:

Lunch - Kerala Sadya

• Veg: Rice, Aviyal (mixed semi dry), Sambar, Thoran, Mezukupurati, Pappad, Pickles, Curd and Green Salad
• Non Veg : Fish Fry (pearlspot fish -karimeen)

Evening Coffee / Tea with Snacks

• (Snacks- Banana Fry / Finger Chips / Veg Pakwada)

Dinner

• Rice and Chappati
• Veg : Dal Fry, Rasam, Alu Geera/Alu Gopi, Mixed Veg Curry, Two other veg dishes
• Non Veg: Chicken Curry / Masala

Breakfast (any one of the following)

• Iddily/Dosa with Sambar and Chutney
• Iddiyappam / Appam with Egg Curry / Vegetable Stew
• Poori with Baaji
• Puttu with Chana Masala
• Continental Breakfast

Food/Beverage that can be arranged at extra cost are

• Tiger Prawns
• Duck Roast
• Local Toddy
• Beer

Example Itinerary

Kumarakom -01nights /02 days
01 night/02 days in a Houseboat

Day 1

• Reach at "Cheepunkal Bridge" at Kumarakom. (This is the place where our Associate Mr Shibuwill will be waiting and he will help you in the check in procedure)
• Reach "Cheepunkal Bridge"11.45AM.
• Check in Houseboat by 12.00 Noon
• Houseboat will cover Muhamma region, R-Block, C-Block, "Pathiramanal" Island, Thaneermukkam Bund - different regions of Vembanad.
• Evening cruise till 6PM and the boat will be anchored. (Government regulations insist all houseboats have to be moored by 18:00). (3 houseboat staff will be at the boat - although will not intrude on your privacy)
• Overnight at the HouseBoat / Kumarakom.

Day 2

• Cruise will start at 07:30AM.
• Cruise till 9.30AM.
• Checkout from the houseboat at 10.00AM.

Inclusions:

• * All meals served at the Houseboat for guests (Lunch + Dinner Tea/coffee, snacks + Breakfast)
• *All applicable taxes
• *Car Parking Facility at Kumarakom