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The beautiful Kumarakom backwaters

Kumarakom Travel Guide & Tips

Kumarakom’s divine beaches, backwaters, & cluster of islands will make for a mesmerizing and scenic holiday!

Tourism in Kumarakom

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Best time to visit
Jul - Mar
Ideal Duration
3 Days
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N/A
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Rs. 2,500
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Kumarakom Tourist Information

Here's some important information as recommended by Lakhs of our travelers

Before you start your journey here’s some Kumarakom tourist information to help you better your vacation. Giving an in-depth knowledge of the city and its major attractions, these Kumarakom facts will help the traveler explore the different facets of the city and make them feel like locals. 

Nightlife in Kumarakom: Although Kumarakom isn’t happening in terms of nightlife the city, it has some of the best bars mentioned in Kumarakom travel information which includes Marquees and Trunk Call Bar. These lounges have posh ambience, a variety of cocktails, imported liquor, delicious food, and a breathtaking view of the lake.

Food of Kumarakom: The cuisines of the state are mouthwatering and that is why Kerala is also known as the "Land of Spices" due its spicy, hot, and aromatic cuisine. The region enjoys fishing, poultry, meat, vegetables, rice, coconut, curry leaves, tamarind, and spices.  The culinary delights of Kerala aim to tease one’s taste buds. 

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There are many specialties which one must try and these include rasam, puttu, and appam. All of these offer the real taste of Kerala and are a must try for every traveler. 

Weather in Kumarakom: The climate conditions of Kumarakom aren't very challenging to the visitors. The temperature is relatively moderate and varies from 22 to 34-degree Celsius. The weather is pleasant all year.

Kumarakom receives two monsoons in a year. The Southwest monsoon starting from June and ending in August and the Northeast monsoon in November. During the southwest monsoon, backwater cruising is not allowed so one must plan their itinerary accordingly. The average rainfall recorded is 1100 mm and the best time to visit is between November and March.

Shopping in Kumarakom: Kumarakom isn’t a shopping destination but is known for the street markets as well as the local specialties available. The local specialties include traditional silk sarees, antiques, handicrafts, and a range of other things that are sure to wow the travelers.

Festivals and events:

Erumeli Petta Thullal is an annual event held in January organized at the Sri Dharma Sashtha Temple:::Onam in August is a grand affair in Kumarakom marked with proud celebrations and energizing boat races::::The local language of Kumarakom is Malayalam as well as English and most of the village people speak Malayalam and English to communicate amongst themselves.

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    Zeelanishik's 5 days trip to Kumarakom

    Houseboat room good food also good but boat traveling time. All hotels all good especially Thekkady woodnote hotel very good.Driver also Great. Houseboat room good food also good but boat traveling time. All hotels all good especially Thekkady woodnote hotel very good.Driver also Great.
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    Noida

    Ashwani's 6 days trip to Kumarakom

    Our overall experience was wonderful! Vishnu Bhai, our cab driver, was calm, polite, and very understanding throughout the journey. His friendly nature and helpful attitude made our trip smooth and enjoyable. The hotel staff were equally courteous and well-behaved, always ready to assist with a smil
    e. The food was absolutely delicious, and the sightseeing itinerary was perfectly planned. Truly a memorable and well-organized trip! Our Best Memory from Kerala Trip The beach and houseboat experience were truly the highlight of our entire trip—peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable. A special thanks to Vishnu Bhai, our cab driver, who made the journey even more memorable. He understood our preferences perfectly and went beyond the package itinerary to help us experience the very best of Kerala. His support made all the difference in turning our trip into a lifelong memory.

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