Serene Hamlet of Kumbalangi, Kerala

Renowned as fishing village, this small hamlet that faces an estuary of Kochi backwaters in the western
part of India has been assigned as India’s first eco tourism village and the first countryside tourism village of the state.

Since the government during their research found the land of Kumbalangi to be adequate to introduce their integrated ecotourism village project and with the prospect the department is now looking to transform this island village into eco tourism spot and model fishing centre.  

With its tropical beauty that looks to balance the norms of nature here you will find diversity of natural phenomenon and splendid symphony of the Mother Nature. 

Exclusive location which In turn benefits the state to entice numbers of tourist who in turn comes to allure the renowned Chinese fishing nets and its vivid splendour would call for a course of tourism.

One must understand the perk of converting the side into eco tourism village would not only help the course of Kumbalangi, but it would also share its pie with an adjoining island which in future looks to installed various vistas and activities. 

This amazing village is not only blessed with the simple and serene rural life but the site is also very renowned in terms of unveiling the crest of their significant culture and tradition. Prosperous livelihood which in turn cast the brilliance with easy life looks to modulate the perfection in its course.

Kalagramam, famous for its art and culture is often termed as artiste village because here you will have an opportunity to see handicrafts and other fishing equipment. Beside that mangrove plantation are also nurtured to compliments fish farming. 

Talking about Pokkali farming, the project is looking forward to call a time when the villages were more ecological and the first step to achieve that target will start with Pokkali farming.

To install and to accomplish the running project the department must thank Kumbalangy panchayat who took all the initiative to develop better infrastructure and as a result of their hard work the project is now a most discussed topic. 

As Tourist Destination

Kumbalangi for tourist is like an oasis in perch of desert as its tranquil wonders and majestic backwaters reaches the soul of the traveller. Vast stretches of backwaters which is well connected with interlocking waterways reveals the hegemony of nature. 

The most sounding feature of this place is its magnificent landscape and it’s well maintained serenity which is often adjourned by tourist to feel an audacity inside them. We guarantee you; your visit here would be more like a carnival where you will have bliss of solitary to guide your way and charisma of nature to comprehend you.

Getting There

Nearest railway station is Ernakulam which is at a distance of approximately 14 km from the site.

Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, which is located at a distance of about 46 km.

Come here as an alluring ambiance and silent valley is waiting and counting on you. Don’t miss an opportunity to interact with because here nature lives to relive your every moment.