The Kerala backwatersThey are a chain of brackish lagoons and lakes lying parallel to the Arabian Sea coast (known as the Malabar Coast) of Kerala state in southern India. The network includes five large lakes linked by canals, both manmade and natural, fed by 38 rivers, and extending virtually half the length of Kerala state.
Hear the soothing sound of water rippling alongside your houseboat, as you drift on a Kerala backwaters. Feel completely relaxed as you enter a world of serenity and natural beauty in Kerala. See the green countryside, swaying palm trees, emerald rice fields and children waving from the banks of the backwaters of Kerala, India, as you sail on traditional Ketuvalloms or houseboats, on a Kerala backwater.
The Kerala Backwaters are a network of interconnected canals, rivers, lakes and inlets, a labyrinthine system formed by more than 900 km of waterways. In the midst of this landscape there are a number of towns and cities, which serve as the starting and end points of backwater cruises.
While many ketuvalloms take tourists from a particular point and bring them back to around the same point next morning there are some specific cruises which last more days. The most exciting thing on the backwaters of Kerala, however, is the Kettuvallam (traditional houseboat) which has become the most popular tourism product in India today. In a land as water bound as Kerala it wouldn't be an unusual sight, but for a visitor to God's Own Country a houseboat gliding along the vast green expanse of the backwaters is the most amazing spectacle in the world. Even more enchanting is a holiday in the houseboats of Kerala!
Vembanad Kayal is the largest (and India’s longest) of the lakes, covering an area of 200 km², and bordered by Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kottayam, and Ernakulam districts. The port of Kochi (Cochin) is located at the lake's outlet to the Arabian Sea. Alleppey, 'Venice of the East', has a large network of canals that meander through the town.
Many unique species of aquatic life including crabs, frogs and mudskippers, water birds such as kingfishers, darters and cormorants, animals such as otters and turtles live in and alongside the backwaters. Palm trees, pandanus shrubs, various leafy plants and bushes grow alongside the backwaters, providing a green hue to the surrounding landscape.
Be transported to a paradise where land, sea and sky, come together in a union of elements. As you float on a Kerala backwater, the beauty of the serene waterways and quaint inlets and creeks along the coast of Kerala will enchant you. Experience an unforgettable journey, along the tranquil backwatersand lakes of Kerala, India!
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| LAKE PALACE RESORT Kerala 4 stars sup. - - Alappuzha | Book it now! |
 | Lake Palace is a luxury resort located in Alleppey at the banks of Vembanadu Lake, adjacent to the venue of the legendary Nehru Trophy boat race. It is managed by Water World Tourism Company Pvt. Ltd.
| Prices from INR 13000 to INR 25000. |
|  | Lapped upon by inviting waters, cooled by fresh breeze and waving coconut fronds…awaits the sought after blissful tranquility called “Lakesong”. Lakesong Resort is another appealing venture of the Eastend Group. It is an idyllic retreat that offers an unparallel opportunity to savor the magical sensation of “God's own country”. The facilities in the resort include Telephone, Wi-fi, Mail and Message handling, safe keeping of baggage, doctor on call, money exchange, pick-up from arrival point, car parking, room service and hot water Laundry.
| Prices from INR 6400 to INR 12400. |
| | MUTHOOT BACKWATER CRUISES Kerala 4 stars - - Alappuzha | Book it now! |
 | Kerala is a 365-day tourist destination, thanks to its widespread channel of backwaters, golden beaches and breathtaking landscapes. The perfect way to enjoy the backwaters is through backwater cruises that take you on a memorable trip on traditional houseboats called Kettuvalloms. Built from jackfruit tree wood, these boats are tied together with coir ropes and a waterproof coating made from boiled cashew nut shells protects the wood in water.
| Prices from INR 15000 to INR 37500. |
| | GREEN PALACE HEALTH RESORT Kerala 3 stars sup. - - Alappuzha | Book it now! |
 | Green Palace Kerala Resort - a Riverside Island Resort at Alappuzha (Alleppey).
In Green Palace Kerala Resort, the gift of nature is in abundance.
Wake into the realities of natural pleasantries at Green Palace Plunge your senses to the whispering breeze, lush greenery's and the murmuring nature. House Boat Packages
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| Prices from INR 900 to INR 2500. |
| | SOMA KUTTANAD RESORT Kerala 3 stars sup. - - Alappuzha | Book it now! |
 | Blissful Solitude Time to call your very own... Ayurveda Parlour & massage center Internet café Mini Bar Beauty clinic Handicraft showroom Doctor on call Restaurant (Sea food especially kuttanad style food) Backwater tours arranged House boats for hire.
| Prices from INR 2569 to INR 13809. |
| | COIR VILLAGE LAKE RESORT Kerala 3 stars - - Alappuzha | Book it now! |
 | Coir Village is an exclusive resort situated at Thrikunnapuzha, a small island lying along the backwaters of Kerala. A ideal haven to escape from the stress and strain of the day to day life, Coir Village lies equidistant both from the adjacent towns of Alleppey and Quilon.
Nature finds her ultimate expression in this beautiful lagoon, surrounded by soft whispering lakes and greenery, the natural ingredients for a perfect holiday.
| Prices from INR 3000 to INR 5000. |
| | EMERALD ISLE Heritage Villa Kerala 3 stars - - Alappuzha | Book it now! |
 | In the beautiful waterways and backwaters of the Kuttanad region of Central Kerala lies Emerald Isle, an exotic haven of tranquility, seemingly remote from city life, yet barely 10 kilometers from Alleppey Town. Tucked away on this delightful island lies the Emerald Isle Heritage Villa, an ancestral Country House set in 7 acres of secluded grounds - your Retreat into a Paradise of Peace. Emerald Isle Heritage Home is situated in an island resplendent with exotic flora, breathtaking flowers, myriad birds and butterflies to make for a memorable holiday, affordable and unforgettable. Country Folk Songs Live in the evenings for the Guests FREE of Cost New Beauty Treatments like Pedicure, Face Massage, Waxing, etc in our premises for Extra Cost EXPERIENCE-FISHING USING DIFFERENT EQUIPMENTS,TODDY TAPPING,VILLAGE TOUR : FREE.
| Prices from INR 4500 to INR 7500. |
| | KAYALORAM LAKE RESORT Kerala 3 stars - - Alappuzha | Book it now! |
 | Alleppey goes by these and many names. Located in Kerala, the peaceful southern most state of India, Alleppey is situated on the confluence of the Vembanad lake, Kerala's biggest backwaters, and the Arabian sea, offering a setting like nowhere else in the world.Amid this scenic setting lies kayaloram (meaning lake side), the exclusive heritage lake resort.
| Prices from INR 4000 to INR 8500. |
| | KERALEEYAM AYURVEDIC LAKE RESORT Kerala 3 stars - - Alappuzha | Book it now! |
 | Keraleeyam - Ayurvedic Resort at Lakeside- is located at breathtakingly beautiful place at Alleppy district of Kerala, facing famed backwaters. Here the air is pure and the environment is calm and pleasant. Dense vegetation of Keraleeyam makes the air oxygen rich. A Kalithattu or open air theatre in-front of Keraleeyam, periodically stages folk art-forms.The property is so exclusive that it accommodates only 11 people at a time.
| Prices from INR 1360 to INR 2720. |
| | KADAVU RESORT & AYURVEDA CENTRE Kerala 5 stars - - Calicut | Book it now! |
 | Welcome to this five star property that assures you of a memorable experience and an absolutely fantastic stay. Featuring the best of amenities, furnishings and service, the resort has surpassed all and indeed made it to the top. It has carved a niche for itself in the hospitality industry.
| Prices from INR 6000 to INR 10200. |
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| ABAD WHISPERING PALMS Kerala 4 stars sup. - - Kumarakom | Book it now! |
 | Abad Whispering Palms is located at Kumarakom the most exotic resort destination in Kerala right on the bank of the Vembanadu Lake in natural back water surroundings. Situated amidst natural backwater setting, it is a place where you can relax and bask in the luxury of tranquility. Well- designed accommodation including Bamboo Pool Villa/Cottage with private pool, Lagoon/ Garden Facing Cottages, and ,Suite Room in tranquil, serene landscaped setting to guarantee rejuvenation.
| Prices from INR 4500 to INR 10000. |
|  | Defining the eastern border of the Indian state of Kerala are the fabled Cardamom Hills.
In the heart of this mountain fastness is a silent tropic wilderness, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
To experience Periyar is to know freedom.
| Prices from INR 2800 to INR 4000. |
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Kerala: Backwaters
Local folklore has it that Kerala was 'reclaimed' from the sea by the warrior sage Parasuraman by a throw of his battle-axe. Whatever the truth behind the legend, the fact remains that Kerala is a land with a huge necklace of canals, lagoons, lakes and rivers. These wat ..more | Hill Stations: Devikulam
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