Kerala Houseboats

Houseboats in Kerala
Shifting of men and material using houseboats of Kerala is nothing new. Though, the concept of staying in houseboats of Kerala is fast growing now. Houseboats of Kerala are a unique way to explore the beauty of psychotropic Kerala. Houseboats on backwaters of Kerala are a major tourist attraction. The houseboats glide on the backwaters of Kerala, with panoramic view passing by. Through the palm-fringed lakes and the narrow canals the houseboats offer the tourists to Kerala an experience of a lifetime.

The country houseboat in Kerala is referred to as 'Kettuvallam'. These eco-friendly houseboats are made from local materials like bamboo poles, coconut fibre, ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc. Usually houseboats are the giant country crafts that are as long as 60 to 70 feet.

Since times immemorial Kerala has been using its lake and canals as a water network for shifting of men and material. Being aboard a houseboat is a soothing and stress free adventure, where you keep passing by the beautiful Kerala. The cruise down the magical and ambrosial backwaters of Kerala is indeed an arresting experience.

The Varieties of Houseboats
There are luxury houseboats, budget houseboats, economy houseboats, exotic houseboats, romantic houseboats, wooden houseboats, Eco-friendly houseboats, country houseboats, single apartment houseboats, standard houseboats, superior houseboats, traditional houseboats, twin/double houseboats and static houseboats in Kerala. So you can pick the one which you desire and which suites you most.

The Various Tours You Can Experience
There are various tour catering to the needs of the tourists, Choose the one which serves your tour interests.
Nature tour on houseboats
Photography tours on houseboats
Coir making tour on houseboats
Culinary tour on houseboats
Culture tour on houseboats
Honeymoon on houseboats
Heritage tour on houseboats

Activities You Would Prefer
Besides gliding in the houseboats you may try exploring, swimming, dining, fishing, bird watching or just lazing in the sun. The houseboat holiday in Kerala promises to be a great escape. Cruising aboard the houseboats tourists are left spellbound by the beauty of the Kerala. The private houseboat trip indeed makes the trip to Kerala complete. For the budget tourists seeking to enjoy Kerala there are dormitories. The entire enchanting experience of the houseboats in Kerala ranges in duration and tariff.

Stay in The Houseboats
The houseboats of Kerala offer an innovative holiday idea besides being of an outstanding cultural heritage. Promoting the theme of holidaying aboard the houseboats in Kerala facilities have been added to the traditional Kettuvallam. While in the houseboat in Kerala you may enjoy the facilities of a star categorised hotel. Usually the houseboats are well furnished with an open lounge, one or more bath attached bedrooms and a kitchenette. A houseboat in Kerala is usually, manned by a crew, comprising of a cook, guide and oarsman.

Activities in the Houseboats
Lazing and relaxing on the sun decks is one of the most popular activities on the houseboats in Kerala. Traditional lanterns take up the place of electricity on the houseboats in Kerala. On the houseboats you may enjoy the quite surroundings along with relishing the traditional delicacies of Kerala. Fresh and flavoursome seafood adds to the luscious meals available on the houseboats.

The Motorboats
There are motorboats are available for hire to travel through the backwaters. The major places for backwater activities are Kollam, Cochin, Alappuzha, Vaikom and Kumarakom. Snake boat race through backwaters are a major tourist attraction.