The Housebaot has creatively done up interiors in traditional style and boast conveniences that cater to all your requirements.Our delegate would welcome you aboard at 12 noon. The cruise starts with a typical Kerala lunch dominated by an array of fresh fish and seafood delicacies that are popular among gourmets of all genres. You will feel at home at the exquisite setting of the boat that flaunts a sun deck area, tastefully done up bedrooms and spacious living area. The bedrooms have individual bathrooms equipped with the latest conveniences like hot water shower.
The cruise would take you right into the rural heartland of Kerala where you can see lagoons, backwater villages and vast coconut gardens.The life in these villages revolve around the backwaters where ferries double up as passenger and cargo transport. You can see agricultural produce ferried in country boats and fishermen operating the Chinese nets by walking up and down along nets. Keep your eyes open for more exciting sights around in the form of the lively coir villages of Thrikkunnapuzha, the ancient Champakulam Church and the Kumarakom bird sanctuary- a haven for migratory birds. You can buy fresh fish from the fishermen who row past you in kayaks. If interested you can also cook the catch the way it suits you at the well equipped kitchenette at the rear of the boat.
The brief stopovers of the boat along the villages would allow you to comb the villages and buzzing markets, where you can pick up a few ethnic arts and crafts at easy prices. Grab a bottle of freshly tapped toddy or indulge in a refreshing swim along the backwaters. Leisure opportunities galore and the choice is all yours.
While cruising along, you can sample some of the most delectable cuisine prepared by our seasoned chefs as the small clusters of islands in Kumarakom start showing up. Enjoy the sun set as the boat crew gets ready to get the boat moored along the lakeside for the night. You would be served a traditional kerala fare for dinner. The invitingly furnished bedrooms would beckon you to experience a relaxed sleep and for those who want to push the fun tide further, indoor games, TV and music options onboard are great options.
The cruise starts early on the last day. You will be served a traditional Kerala breakfast onboard as you reaches the last leg of this enjoyable cruise experience. By around 9.30 am you would be dropped at the disembarkation jetty at Kumarakom.
The cruise would take you right into the rural heartland of Kerala where you can see lagoons, backwater villages and vast coconut gardens.The life in these villages revolve around the backwaters where ferries double up as passenger and cargo transport. You can see agricultural produce ferried in country boats and fishermen operating the Chinese nets by walking up and down along nets. Keep your eyes open for more exciting sights around in the form of the lively coir villages of Thrikkunnapuzha, the ancient Champakulam Church and the Kumarakom bird sanctuary- a haven for migratory birds. You can buy fresh fish from the fishermen who row past you in kayaks. If interested you can also cook the catch the way it suits you at the well equipped kitchenette at the rear of the boat.
The brief stopovers of the boat along the villages would allow you to comb the villages and buzzing markets, where you can pick up a few ethnic arts and crafts at easy prices. Grab a bottle of freshly tapped toddy or indulge in a refreshing swim along the backwaters. Leisure opportunities galore and the choice is all yours.
While cruising along, you can sample some of the most delectable cuisine prepared by our seasoned chefs as the small clusters of islands in Kumarakom start showing up. Enjoy the sun set as the boat crew gets ready to get the boat moored along the lakeside for the night. You would be served a traditional kerala fare for dinner. The invitingly furnished bedrooms would beckon you to experience a relaxed sleep and for those who want to push the fun tide further, indoor games, TV and music options onboard are great options.
The cruise starts early on the last day. You will be served a traditional Kerala breakfast onboard as you reaches the last leg of this enjoyable cruise experience. By around 9.30 am you would be dropped at the disembarkation jetty at Kumarakom.
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Everything You Need to Know...
- Included in Price: Overnight Air Conditioning, All Meals
- Not included in Price: Alcohol Beverages
- Facilities Aboard: Television
- Number of Cabins: 2
- Sleeps: 4
- Departure Time:: 12:00 noon
- Departure Point: Punnamada Boat jetty
- Drinks Served: Bottled Water, Sweet Coconut, Tea/Chai, Coffee, Fizzy Drinks
- Meal Choices: Traditional Keralite, Vegetarian