Alleppey/Alappuzha

Known as the Veniceof the East, Alleppey is an important backwater destination. Noted for itsboat races, beaches, marine products & coir industry, Alappuzha is also home to Kuttanad – the Rice Bowl of Kerala, which is one of the few places in the world where farming is done belowsea level. 
Accessing Alleppey
  Thiruvanthapuram International Airport (150 km) Nedumbassery, Kochi (85 km)
  An excellent road transportation system connected to Alleppey.
   Alleppey is an important Railhead of the Southern Railway.



Kuttanad : - Called the rice bowl of Kerala, Kuttanad is perhaps the only region in the world where farming is done 1.5 to 2 m below sea level. Inland waterways which flow above land level are an amazing feature of this region.

Alappuzha Backwaters : - The hub of backwater cruising, this is also the venue for the annual Nehru Trophy Boat Race. Travel in a mobile home – the fabled houseboats of Kerala- and enjoy the trip of a lifetime. Stay our Beautiful Lake resort .

Alappuzha Beach : - A 137 – year – old pier which extends into the sea & an old light house add to the attractions of the beach. Here is children's park also (Vijaya Park) Stay our Beautiful Beach Home stay.

Pathiramanal Island : - (1½ hrs by motor boat, 30 min by speedboat from Alappuzha) the enchanting island on the backwaters is a favorite haunt of Hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world. Pathiramanal Island visit

Karumadikuttan : - (3 km east of Ambalappuzha) Many fascinating legends are associated with this 11th century statue of Lord Buddha, protected by the State Archaeological Department.

Chambakulam Church : - The St. Mary's Church one of the oldest church in Kerala is said to be built by St. Thomas.

Chambakulam Local Market : - near to the Chambakulam Church, there is a handicraft making centre, cloths & some shops. It is village town ship.

QST & R Block Kaya l : - These regions are famous for farming over reclaimed land from the backwaters.

Nehru Trophy Boat Race : - the popular boat race is held on the second Saturday of August every year at the Vembanad Lake & is the most important tourist event of Alleppey . Boats are sponsored by the different villages compete fiercely in the competition. The highlight of this prestigious event is "Chunden Vallem", the 130 feet long snake boats, with over 100 rowers, 4 helmsmen & 25 cheer leaders decorated with colourful silk umbrellas. Thousands of spectators from all over the world watch avidly from the banks.

Kumarakom : - (15 km west of Kottayam) Mangrove forests, paddy fields, coconut groves and enchanting waterways adorn the picturesque village of Kumarakom. Sandwiched between the vast Vembanad Lake & the criss – crossing waterways, this is an idyllic backwater destination. For an incredible journey along this scenic world, leisure cruises on Houseboat.

The Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom : - (16 km from Kottayam) this lake provides boating, fishing & sightseeing experience that are truly exhilarating. The serene lake comes alive during the festival of Onam with spectacular snake boat race.

Kumarakom Birds Sanctuary : - ( 16 km from Kottayam , Opened 0600 – 1800 hrs ) located on the banks of the Vembanad Lake, the Kumarakom Birds Sanctuary is favorite haunt of migratory birds like Siberian stork, cormorants, darter , white ibis, egret, heron & teal.

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2 hours country boat ride: - Trip starts from Rajeev jetty ½ hours cruise through big canals, and then entered in a narrow canal on the way we can see lots villagers, school, hospital, Azhikal thode , Kuppapuram (visit the toddy shop) panakal thodu, umpikaran thode, S N D P thodu, vilakumaram thodu, Punnamada kayal drop to Aleppey

3hrs country boat trip:- Trip starts from Rajeev jetty ½ hours cruise through big canals, and then entered in a narrow canal on the way we can see lots villagers, school, hospital, Azhikal thode, kuppapuram (visit the toddy shop) panakal thodu , umpikaran thode, S N D P thodu, Kinakary vata kayal, kinakary thode, pathil thodu, minaplly vata kayal, kanatta thodu, vilakumaram thodu, punnamada kayal drop to Aleppey

4hrs country boat trip :- Trip starts from Rajeev jetty ½ hours cruise through big canals, and then entered in a narrow canal on the way we can see lots villagers, school, hospital, panakal thodu (paddy field visit), chavara bhavan (visit the chavara church) umpikaran thode, S N D P thodu, Kinakary vata kayal, kinakary thode, pathil thodu, minaplly vata kayal, kanatta thodu, vilakumaram thodu, punnamada kayal drop at alleppey

Pathiramanal Island visit (04 Hrs) :- Trip starts from Rajeev jetty 1 hours cruise through Vembanadu Lake proceed to Pathiramanal Island, spent littlie time there. after back to alleppey 1 hour cruise through the Vembanadu Lake and then entered in a narrow canal on the way we can see lots villagers, school, hospital, panakal thodu (paddy field visit ) chavara bhavan ( visit the chavara church )umpikaran thode, S N D P thodu, Kinakary vata kayal, kinakary thode, pathil thodu, minaplly vata kayal, kanatta thodu, vilakumaram thodu, punnamada kayal drop at alleppey

How to Make the Reservation:- Mail us info@alleppeyhouseboats.info or Call us +91 9846585674 our representative will meet you personally

Palmistry: - Fortune telling - from the lines on the palm of the hand.
1) Tells about the things occurred from the time of birth, i.e. about the health, education & occupation.
2) Tells about parents, wife & children.
3) To know about successful occupation , good time for marriage & foreign trips
4) "No need of star, name & age"

Ayurvedic Treatments: - Ayurvedic Treatments are done according to your requirements only after examining your body. Treatments like Rejuvenation Massage, Leaf Bundle Massage, Sirodhara, Herbal Bath, Sarvangadhara & Special Massage for Body Pain or Back Pain

Daily backwater trip (6hrs group tours including lunch)
11:00 Am trip starts from Rajeev jetty with welcome drink tender coconut & Jasmine garlands. Cruise through ½ cruise through big canals, then entered in a narrow canal on the way we can see lots villagers, school, Toddy shop visit, hospital & amazing backwater beauty. 01 pm we get lunch served in banana leaf, in home, the family members are very happy to care us. Then cruise continuous through narrow canal, we get village walk, we saw flourishing paddy fields, at 5:00 pm the beauty full trip ends.

Jasmine Garlands, Tender Coconut, 2 Bottle Mineral water & Kerala Lunch
Seat limit: - 20 Pax only (Check in: - 11:00 Am to 5: 00Pm) (Including pick & Drop in Alleppey city limit)

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