One of the top choices for travelers throughout the world, the state of Kerala offers a host of natural riches, all of which are individually exclusive and enthralling. Of these, the backwaters of Kerala are possibly the most attractive tourism options among tourists. Gliding through the backwaters of Kerala past lush green rice fields, coconut groves, tiny hamlets, Chinese fishing nets and an array of flora and fauna of the state with the waters lapping up against the walls of the Kerala houseboats will prove to be an utterly thrilling experience during your trip to mystical state of Kerala.


Winding your way through the labyrinth of canals, lakes and lagoons on the houseboats of Kerala will be extremely romantic voyage for you. In earlier days these houseboats were used to transport men and material for trading purpose. However, the advent of roads, bridges and ferry services, has sidelined the kettuvalloms as far as trade and commerce is concerned. On the other hand, these houseboats of Kerala have attained the status of prime attraction in this state. A house boat measures approximately 67 to 95 feet in length and about 13 feet in width. The ingredients that go to make the wonderful transport options are all local and eco friendly bamboo poles, bamboo mats, coconut fiber ropes, coir carpets etc. The main wood used in building these houseboats is �Anjili�.

The house boats provide fully decked accommodation options single/double/ triple/five bedrooms with sundeck, private veranda with easy chairs, kitchenette and washrooms with WC. Also they provide a separate rest room.

Each houseboat generally has a three member crew - a driver, chef, and cabin assistants. The cuisine is of authentic Keralite flavor with tasty regional specialties; delicious local fish prepared fresh by the expert cooks. You can avail of the single bedroom houseboats for two people, two bedroom houseboats for four people, three bedroom houseboats for six and five bedroom houseboats for ten guests.

You may choose from the following options of houseboats of Kerala:

Heritage Tour On Houseboats Of Kerala

Experiencing a ride in the houseboats of Kerala will be a thing to cherish for the rest of your life.

Log on to www.touristplacesinindia.com which gives online information on the Houseboats of Kerala on your tour to India.

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