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| Key | |
| Available | |
| Booked | |
| Unavailable | |
| Changeover Day | |
| 25 Jul 09 to 31 Oct 09 |
| from £100 to £140 |
| 01 Nov 09 to 28 Feb 10 |
| from £120 to £160 |
| 01 Mar 10 to 31 Oct 10 |
| from £100 to £140 |
| 01 Nov 10 to 28 Feb 11 |
| from £120 to £160 |
| 01 Mar 11 to 31 Oct 11 |
| from £100 to £120 |
| 01 Nov 11 to 31 Dec 11 |
| from £120 to £160 |
| Location | |
| World Region: | Asia |
| Country: | India |
| Region: | Kerala |
| Area: | Alleppey |
| Property Name: | Eco Trails Houseboats |
| Details | |
| Property Type: | Boathouse |
| Bedrooms: | 2 Bedrooms (Sleeps 4) |
| Arrival Time: | 12:00 |
| Vacating Time: | 10:00 |
| Changeover Day: | Flexible |
| Car Required?: | Yes |
| Area Description | |
| Kumarakom
13 Kms, from Kottayam lies the sleepy little village of Kumarakom on the Vembanad lake. Kumarakom offers exotic sightseeing, boating and fishing experiences. The Bird Sanctuary here is spread across 14 acres of marshy land in the Shore of Vembanad Lake, a natural habitat of migratory birds and an ornithologist’s paradise. Egrets, darters, herons, waterfowl, cuckoo and migratory birds like Siberian Stork, wild duck, etc live in flocks are fascinating sight for the visitors. The village Kumarakom is the merger of mangrove forest, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves inter spread with waterway and canals adorned with wild lily. This enchanting backwater destination has its leisure options like boating, fishing etc. Alappuzha With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast network of lakes, lagoons, and fresh water rivers crises crossing it Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty. Referred to as the Venice of the East by travelers from across the world, this backwater country is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala. Today Alappuzha is grown in importance as a backwater tourist centre, attracting several thousands of foreign tourists each year. Alappuzha is also famous for its boat races, houseboat cruise, beaches, marine products and coir industry. Here, one can see coconut husks being beaten into fiber for making beautiful mats and coir products. A singular characteristic of this land is the region called Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala. Kuttanad is perhaps the only place in the world where farming is done below sea level. | |
| Holiday Activities | |
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› Fishing › Sailing › Swimming | |
| Nearby Transport | ||
| Airport | Koch Int&%2339%3Bl Airport | 95 km |
| Supermarket | Reliance | 4 km |
| Train | Kottayam | 13 km |
| Beach | Alleppey | 5 km |
| Description |
| The Backwaters of Kerala is unique and is found nowhere else in the world. Backwaters are a network of lakes, canals and estuaries and deltas of forty-four rivers that drain into the Arabian Sea. The backwaters of Kerala are a self supporting eco-system teeming with life. The canals connect the villages together and are still used for local transport. Over 900 km of this labyrinthine water world is navigable.Kumarakom and Alleppey (new name Alappuzha) are the prominant Backwater tourist attractions in Kerala.
The most exciting aspect of Kuttanadu 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. Traditionally, the houseboats were called Kettuvallams, which means a boat made by trying together pieces of wood. Unbelievable as it may sound, not a single nail is used in the making of a Kettuvallam. Jack wood planks are joined together with coir rope and then coated with black resin made from boiled cashew nuts shells. It contains well furnished & bath attached bed rooms, sun bath-deck, lounge cum dining room and a hygienic kitchen. In the royal kitchen, we prepare delicious Kerala food. Two boats-men and an expert cook will retinue your trip , for making your trip more comfortable, we have provided modern facilities like electric lights, fans, €pean style bathroom and showers etc in the boat. When this palace glides along the vast green expanse of back waters you can experience the most exciting spectacle of the world. The rice fields, villages, lush green shores amaze your sense of beauty. In the nights, the cool, calm and breezy atmosphere makes your moment unforgettable. |
| Appliances | |
| Well furnished & Air conditioned bed rooms.
European style bathrooms Living cum dining area. Modern kitchen. Crew include Cheff, Navigator & service person. | |
| Linen Supplied: | Yes |
| Towels Supplied: | Yes |
| Cots Available: | 4 (All inclusive cost) |
| Suitability | |
| This property is suitable for... | |
| Children: | No |
| Pets: | No |
| Smokers: | No |
| Wheelchair Users: | No |
| Elderly/Infirm: | Yes |
