Thursday 12 September 2013

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Houseboats – The Most Popular Means to Explore the Labyrinth of Kerala Backwaters


Kerala is well known for many tourism attractions and among the many houseboats(back) 
is one of them, which are the most popular means to explore the exquisite backwaters of Kerala. Houseboats are well organized and are no less than a floating hotels that offer all the facilities and services required by the on-board guests while out for a houseboat tour.

It also offer visitors to unwind and enjoy the houseboat cruise along with relishing the panoramic view of the nature, which is synonymous with Kerala, the God’s Own Country. Houseboats are the most beautiful part of Kerala and are the most preferred by the honeymoon couples while in Kerala for honeymoon holidays and tours.


Alleppey and Kumarakom are the citadel of Kerala houseboats and are noted for luxury amenities, fresh food, fishing and a pleasure and comfort are given outmost preferences for the guests onboard.

Houseboats – Synonymous with Luxury and Comfort
Houseboat offer wonderful opportunity to explore the exquisite parts of Kerala and also the splendor of the nature which are located far corner away from the bustling cities and towns. The floating paradise are clubbed with almost all the facilities like hygienic washroom, comfortable living rooms, dining space, balcony from where guests can enjoy the panoramic view of the surrounding and backwaters. The houseboat comes in one bedroom, double room, three bedroom and four bedroom accommodation facilities.

Types of Houseboats
On the backwaters of houseboat various houseboats are spotted floating leisurely amid the backdrop of emerald greenery. The houseboats comes in various categories like luxury and deluxe which in other sense is Gold and silver category. The houseboat cost per night differs according to season but it comes at around 12,000 per day stay. 

The gold star rated houseboats are outfitted with almost all the facilities with start of the art equipments that makes a great venue for business meeting as well. Silver category is well suited for those who do not want to spend too much money and want to spend leisure time amid the glorious beauty of nature, slowly cruising over the picturesque backwater. The houseboat operates from the 7 morning till 6 at evening and after that they rest along the bank, where guests can enjoy visit to the waterfalls or the nearby village where houseboat are kept for rest. While booking please check the rates as it differ usually and tend to rise during the tourists season.

Duration for Houseboat Trip
Houseboat tour can be planned according to one choice and delight. It can be as little as day or it can be as long as you wish too. The houseboat journey usually starts from mid day till 6 pm in the evening time. The Kumarakom and Alleppey houseboat tours are the most sought after as they are scenic and enjoyable.

Food and Activities in a Houseboat
Guests on board are offered with fresh and hygienic food prepared by the experience chef on the houseboat. Chef on board prepares all the food in the most cleanly and hygienic variety like idli, veg curry, Karimeen Pollichathu, Konchu Varuthathu (fried lobster). You will also get to enjoy cool refreshing drink of tender coconut. For those who love to enjoy sun-bath, the houseboats also have sun-deck. Fishing can also be enjoyed from the balcony.

Best Season to Hire a Houseboat Trip
Houseboat tour can be enjoyed all the year round, but the best time to enjoy is from November to January, when the climate is cool pleasant and dry. During this season, tourists from across the world visit Kerala to enjoy holidays and tour. While coming for a houseboat tour during March to May it is recommended to hire ac houseboat. 
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