Kumarakom Backwater - Explore the Enigmatic Appeal of Backwater and Nature

Kumarakom is a beautiful backwater destination in the state of Kerala. The rippling Keralam Kayal and the clean and tranquil atmosphere make it an ideal place to break in for holidays with family members or with friends to spend time amidst the nature.  The beautiful shades of the nature – that include the vast stretches of the paddy fields, coconut grooves and the mangroves cover the rustic countryside of the state, making the houseboat cruise more enjoyable and exciting. More of all the backwaters are beautifully adorned by the lilies and the marine life, enhancing the appeal that is a real retreat for onlookers.

Located at a distance of 15 kms from Kottayam, Kumarakom is an idyllic small group of islands that are spread over the picturesque Vembanad Lake. The backwater town is quite famous for its bird sanctuary and is an ideal hide-out of the migratory as well as various endangered species of birds. 

If you want to capture the beautiful sights of the sanctuary, a boat trip round the 14 acres of lush green vegetation is must. Hundreds of swaying palm and coconut trees line the backwater and create a beautiful ambiance that makes the boat cruise enjoyable. As the boat starts floating over the serene backwater an amazing scenery of the nature unfolds that make the cruise truly an experience of lifetime.

Vembanad Lake is another important tourist attraction of the town. It flows through the verdant lands of Kerala and offer one of the best Kettuvallams in God’s Own Country, India. Most of the flora and fauna as well as the various town and villages flourish along the bank of this fresh water lake making the lake truly of economical as well as natural importance. The lake also act as the balancing tank again floods and its serene and lush green wooded bank tempts tourists to explore more and more.