Kerala Backwater Destinations

Kerala, a land with copious rainfall, has a profuse overflow that runs into canals and streams where the rolling water tumbles in an effusive surge through the hills and mountain passes to join the 40 odd rivers in the state. This labyrinthine network of rivers, canals, streams and lagoons formed the framed backwaters in Kerala. Innumerable water bodies, from minor tanks to expansive lakes, such as Vembanad Lake that is the largest, give life to this unique eco-system. Lagoons and estuaries interspersed in between witness seasonal ingress of sea water, making the Kerala backwaters increasingly brackish during the dry season.

The landmass along these waterways pulsates with a different tempo; possessing a lifestyle and ethos so unique that it attracts curiosity, giving rise to a kind of Backwater tourism in Kerala non existence elsewhere in the country.

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A leisurely boat ride along these unique waterways remains one of the most memorable experiences for a traveler. Offering picture postcard scenes of a delightful interplay between the verdant earth, languorous lagoons, expansive lakes and shady canals, the backwaters tourism in Kerala is incomparable.

Traditional punted boats, or the more elaborated Kettuvalloms, are the best means of traveling on this fascinating thoroughfare. Lines of splendor coconut palms along the dykes, reflected in the placid lake; the tropical greenery and vignettes of life along the banks add up to form the quintessential character of Kerala tour.

As a result of the tourist influx, Kerala backwaters tourism operators have mushroomed all through the state. From short Kerala backwaters cruises costing a couple a of 100 rupees to package holidays on houseboats costing Rs 15, 000 there are plenty of options. The latest draw however is one to one interaction such as Kerala backwaters village tours which offers a day trip touching villages along the banks for a more intimate experience. With a typical Kerala lunch thrown in and an exposure to traditional occupations like coir making and toddy tapping, the Kerala backwaters cruises are now no longer languid holidays but customized getaways.

Kerala Backwaters Destinations

The major Kerala backwaters destinations are

• Kollam Tour Package
• Kerala Tour Alappuzha
• Kumarakom Destination