Kumarakom Backwaters Tour Packages

Shikaras

Shikaras are lighter and faster options and accommodate around eight adults. These boats are required to penetrate the narrower canals where houseboats can't enter. 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. Shikaras can be hand or motored and can penetrate the narrowest waters. Shikaras are built with traditional coir materials and are fitted with aluminum at the base. Most of the drivers are inexperienced, so it's better to check before boarding.

Motor Boats

One of the most advanced options for traveling along the backwaters is motorboats. These are convenient and faster alternatives to enjoy the Kumarakom backwater tour than houseboats. You can hire your private boats or take the mass transits. Boats are mostly used for transportation for the cruise. The speedboat can power speeds up to 50 km/hr. And are powered by engines and motors. Most motorboats come with two guest cabins and one engine cabin.

Houseboats

The houseboats are giant barges that slowly drifts across the backwaters. The houseboats in Kerala offers a unique way to spend your days in luxury. These are expensive options for staying in Kerala but opted by honeymoon couples and luxury travelers. The houseboats offer 5-star facilities and designed for leisure trips. The houseboats are built from traditional materials. The houseboats provide isolation to the traveler and give them a picturesque view of sunrise and sunset. Kumarakom has the most significant number of houseboats, and they are exceptionally well maintained. They include several bedrooms, an attached bath, a deck to view the locals, kitchen, and service members for the guests.

Government-Run Ferry Transport System

The Government-run water transit systems are one of the best options for traveling across the waterways. Kerala State Water Transport Department (KSWTD) runs frequent boating services and offer cheaper options for island hopping. The neighboring villages across the banks rely on these boats for daily commutes. There are at present 85 ferries plying all over Kerala. The ships can carry around 50-100 passengers at a stretch. There are numerous routes which the tourists can avail according to their preferences. The authorities regularly inspect most of these boats.

Tips

The tour of Kumarakom is going to be etched in your memory for a long time to come. However, there are some small tips which you need to remember.

• If you are traveling with children, keep them away from the edges of the boats because the backwaters are quite profound.
• Don’t forget to take your cameras with you while going cruising in the backwaters
• Don’t forget to carry your binoculars because Kumarakom is famous for birds and you won’t want to miss them.
• There are two seasons in Kerala the wet and dry. So, carry light clothes because winters in Kerala are non-existent. Wear light clothes if you are traveling in summer. During light, winter woolen is sufficient because Kerala is extremely hot
• Keep cash in handy because there are places where net banking doesn’t work
• Carry medicines for fever, headache as the brands vary by state. Kerala is famous for bugs, so take mosquito repellent.

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