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Kerala Backwaters Tour Package

Kerala is one of the most popular destinations in India, and each year, thousands of tourists visit this enchanting destination for Kerala backwaters tour. The backwaters of Kerala offers a languid experience to the traveler with enchanting lakes, meandering canals, inviting forests and a plethora of animal life.
Kerala backwaters are stretches of marshy slat chains and brackish water and comprise of 38 lagoons with five large lakes and meander through the state of Kerala. The backwaters also boast a vast marine life. Traditionally these were used as goods passages, but now they generate enormous revenues for the government through tourism.

Book one of the houseboats in the kerala backwaters tour packages and enjoy a stress-free stay. The backwaters of Kerala will give you access to a variety of animal and plant life you will fall in love with. The best backwater regions in Kerala include Kollam, Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kuttanad, and Kasaragod. Numerous events are scheduled on the backwaters.

So, when you book a tour of Kerala backwaters, you will enjoy fantastic scenery and witness

mesmerizing landscapes. Plan your trip for Kerala early and do contact a professional travel operator and leave with beautiful memories to cherish for generations.

Popular Backwater Tours

The backwaters of Kerala offer infinite getaways for tourists. There are considered the prized possession of Kerala and are protected by the government. Let’s now go through some of the most popular backwater tours in Kerala:

Alleppey Backwater Tour

Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is one of the most popular kerala backwater packages. Many people from all over India and abroad come here throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Alleppey is between November to February. The mean temperature lies between 17-32 degrees during this time. Summers in Alleppey are usually hot and not the perfect time to plan your visit.

Nearest Railway Station: The nearest railway station is the Alleppey railway station which is well connected with Cochin and other parts of Kerala

Nearest Airport: The nearest airport is the Cochin International Airport, located just 75 km from Alleppey.

Top Things to do: Apart from the fantastic backwaters, Alleppey has loads of other things to offer to the tourists. The backwaters are home to some fantastic bird species, which are a delight for nature lovers.

Kumarakom Backwaters

This amazing destination is nestled amid the Vembanad Lake and is an enthralling sky with pristine waters and clear blue skies.

Best Time to Visit:The best time to visit this enchanting island is between November to February because summers are generally hot, and monsoons are wet.

Nearest Railway Station: The nearest railway head from Kumarakom is the Kottayam Railway station. You can get private cars, buses, ferries to reach the railway station.

Nearest Airport: The nearest airport is the Cochin International Airport, which is around 70 km away from boat jetty in Muhamma. Another air Thiruvananthapuram is approximately 171 km away from Kumarakom.

Top Things to do: You can visit the Kumarakom bird sanctuary or hit the spa. Rejuvenate your bodies with the power of Ayurveda.

Kochi Backwaters

Kochi is known as the queen of the Arabian sea, and the backwaters of Kochi are indeed a wondrous sight to behold.

Best Time To Visit: The best time to visit Kochi is between November to February because summers are generally hot, and monsoons are wet.

Nearest Railway Station: The station in Kochi or Cochin is on the island and is known as Ernakulam Town or Junction station.

Nearest Airport: Kochi Airport is located conveniently within the city limits.

Top Things to do: Take a backwater ride through the backwaters of Cochin and witness St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets and the Jew market among other major attractions

Cherai Island Backwaters

Cherai is undoubtedly one of the best beach destinations in Kerala and extends up to 10 km.

Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Kochi is between November to February because summers are generally hot, and monsoons are wet.

Nearest Railway Station: The nearest railhead from Cherai is the Ernakulam station located at around 26 km.

Nearest Airport: The nearest airport is the Cochin International Airport, which is around 27 km.

Top Things to do: Apart from the fantastic beaches and backwaters, you can also visit Poyil Lake, ASVD Temple, and the serene Pallipuram church during your Cherai trip.

Kottayam Backwaters

This destination is one of the most visited backwater destinations in Kerala. It is located in the majestic Vembanad Lake and offers eternal joy to the traveler.

Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Kochi is between November to February because summers are generally hot, and monsoons are wet.

Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam railway station is located in the city proper and managed by the Southern railway.

Nearest Airport: Kochi international airport is the nearest airport and lies at about 93 km away from Kochi.

Top Things to do: The amazing backwaters of Kottayam offers fantastic travel experience and beautiful adventure. There are other attractions like Subhrahmonia Temple, Saraswathy Temple, and Poonjar Palace.

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Apoorva 95

Apoorva's 5 days trip to Kerala

The itenary was set to our comfort. Hotels were amazing. Our cab driver was friendly and also very helpful. Overall an amazing trip. The hotel in munnar(dew drops) was the best. With a scenic view early in the morning.
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Shrihari Hungund

Bengaluru

Shrihari's 4 days trip to Kerala

comfortable trip and all arrangement are very smooth
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Kunal Kothavade

Kunal's 7 days trip to Kerala

I had an excellent experience with Wondersky Travels. They planned my trip perfectly, taking care of every detail and making the entire journey smooth and enjoyable.
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Ravi Sharma

Delhi airport (del)

Ravi's 5 days trip to Kerala

Everything well arranged and perfectly design my package
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Sumitwankhede

Kocchi

Sumitwankhede's 4 days trip to Kerala

The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, well-organized, and tailored exactly to my preferences. Every detail — from accommodations to transportation and activities — was handled seamlessly. I never had to worry about a thing. Their recommendations were spot-on and truly enhanced my overall travel ex
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Shirene Khare

Pune

Shirene's 7 days trip to Kerala

Amazing experience with travel agency- Ananya Travel. Great trip.
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Monika Gupta

Delhi

Monika's 7 days trip to Kerala

We have booked 1 month before packages bt voucher not received with in 1st week nd agent not informed us nd no follow ups .we called nd follow up 1 week later agent says some hotels are sold out nd he said choose other options nd option given 2nd of week it's too hectic for us because of rework o
f hotels we searching some option nd agent given some option nd final in 3 rd week ..over all going good trip Hotels cleaned ,breakfast is ok car quality nd cab driver is good It's memorable trip .. especially munnar nd varkala
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Harigayu

Chennai

Harigayu's 3 days trip to Kerala

Namaskaram travels is not a local Kerala agent in first place. The itinerary is good. But he missed to coordinate in connecting to driver earlier. Also, haven't updated in hotel about checkin early. Also didn't update us on hotel location and told us at the last moment.We only asked the hotel manage
r about it. Also confusion in connecting to drivers. Also haven't sent us the payment link earlier instead urged us to pay on the day of trip. Could have avoided these many confusions. Otherwise trip went well.
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Chaitanya Pasupu

Hyderabad

Chaitanya's 3 days trip to Kerala

The driver is not updated to the mark. We don't have proper support from driver for sight seeing. He forced us to take zeep trecking and we rejected it. He don't know the proper itenary in munnar sightseeing places. As per our past experience we went to all the places which we have visited in last t
rip. He won't give the priority to the travellers and his intention is to have food at particular times and bcoz of that we were not seen some places and he asked us to have food in the local hotel which doesn't have proper ambience. I won't prefer the driver Thomas for other travellers. We got this driver from Namaskaram travels
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Rushabh Sheth

Asansol

Rushabh's 7 days trip to Kerala

The Cab & Driver behaviour was very good. The Services of Balaji Vacations was also good. The hotels were good but in Coimbatore Hotel Le Grand Breakfast was given in sealed package instead of buffet which results to wastage of food. In Minner the hotel was good but on top of the hill and far away f
rom main market of Munnar. The hotel of Thekkady was best. The hotel of Alleppey was good but old furniture and fittings. Cochin hotel was good just near to Airport. Best memories were Adi Yogi, Munnar, Thekkady National Park and Boat Ride, Alleppey Shikara Ride. The driving skill of Driver in mountain was excellent.

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What are the normal temperatures in Kerala?

Kerala experiences even temperatures throughout the year with hot summers, humid monsoon, and relatively cooler winters. Temperatures range from 24 degrees to 44 degrees with variations.

How can you make payments in Kerala?

There are numerous ways in which Kerala accepts payments. You can pay in cash or through cards. There are also options for paying through multiple digital platforms which are available throughout the state. There are many ATMs and bank branches located throughout Kerala.

Are houseboats safe to stay?

The houseboats are extremely safe to stay and the staff members are given extensive training before being assigned to their duties. Most houseboats are equipped with fire safety alarms and life-saving equipment and are good to use during kerala backwaters tour packages.

What are the best times to visit the Backwaters?

Winter is the best time to visit the kerala backwaters tour packages. This is the period between September to February which is known as the peak season.

Are there crocodiles in Backwaters?

No, there are no crocodiles in Kerala backwaters. Crocodiles in Kerala are generally found at the Ananthapura Lake Temple.

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Best Options For Kerala Backwaters Tours

Kerala backwaters offer unending charms and peaceful tour options for the traveler. There are many ways you can travel throughout Kerala backwaters, and some of these are:

Kerala Government Boats

These boats are run by the state governments and are considered as the cheapest options to move through the backwaters. The boats are usually crowded because these are one of the few transport options available to the general public. You will find these boats from the ship stands located throughout Kerala. There are numerous routes which the tourists can avail according to their preferences. The authorities regularly inspect most of these boats, but it is better to examine them before boarding.

Houseboats

Houseboats are the most popular options to stay in Kerala backwaters. The houseboats are like 5-star facilities and offer everything to the traveler. The houseboats are expensive to visit and usually avoided by budget travelers. The houseboats provide isolation to the traveler and give them a picturesque view of sunrise and sunset. The Kerala backwaters houseboat packages include several bedrooms, attached bath, a deck to view the locals, kitchen, and service members for the guests.

Country Boats

These are small boats which are chosen by the tourists to travel around a small region. The boats can accommodate up to 8 adults depending on the size. The fare of the country boats varies between Rs 300-500, and no booking is required. You need to go to the dockyard to purchase your ticket. Most of these boats meet with accidents regularly because inexperienced drivers drive them. So, while booking these boats check for the drivers and the boat licenses of the ship for a hassle-free journey.

Motor Boats

Motor Boats are a far more economical way to enjoy the backwaters of Kerala than houseboats. Motorboats are mostly used for transportation for cruise. The speedboat can power speeds up to 50 km/hr and are powered by engines and motors. There are no food or toilet facilities in the motorboats and are available from 6 am to 6 pm. Most motorboats come with two guest cabins and one engine cabin. The motorboats lets you travel fast through the narrow alleys of backwaters.

Tips

There are a few pointers you need to keep in mind while enjoying the Kerala backwater trip.

  • Put off your shoes before entering any temple
  • Kerala is humid so don’t forget to carry your sunscreen
  • Locals understand English but good to learn a few Malayalam words
  • Carry light clothes during your travel to Kerala
  • Carry some swimsuits because you will need them in the vast swimming pools inside the resorts
  • Plan your tour only with reputed tour operators and book in advance during peak season
  • Make a photocopy of all your travel documents like passport, visa and national ID’s before visiting the city

Kerala is a major tourist destination visited by travelers throughout the year. The backwaters are a state heritage and iconic feature of Kerala tourism. When you book a package from TravelTriangle you will get an amazing travel experience you won’t find anywhere else. Our customized kerala backwaters tour packages will help you to witness the splendors of the serene backwaters of Kerala. Your heart will yearn for more when you decide to leave Kerala. Our tour operators will offer personalized travel packages according to your preference. So, don’t wait any longer, just book our package and enjoy the trip of your life.