21Hrs Aleppey Village and Canal Tour by Private Houseboat.

Alleppey Backwaters - Arrive at the boarding point by 11:50 AM. Meet, greet, and check in to the houseboat at 12:00 PM. The boat cruise runs from 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM with a one-hour lunch break.
• Punnamada Kayal – A river renowned for the Nehru Trophy Boat Race.
• SNDP Canal – One of the smaller canals on this trip.
• Pamba River – A river approximately 150 feet wide.
• Irumbanam Thod – A picturesque narrow canal.
• Munnattumugam – A beautiful spot where three canals converge.

1:30 PM Lunch at Meenappalli Kayal – A small lake in the middle of the Alleppey backwaters.
The post-lunch trip starts at 2:30 PM and continues until 5:30 PM, passing through charming villages like Kainakari Village and Venattukadu.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM - Open boat narrow canal cruise - a highly recommended experience.

At 5:30 PM, the houseboat halts for an overnight stay. Once docked, guests can walk around until sunset.

Evening Options and Activities

• Fishing in the lake and backwaters. (The houseboat is equipped with fishing rods.)

Kainakary South - Kainakari is a small village in Alleppey. During your trip, you can observe the local way of life. Kainakari has many canals connecting different places. Whether children are going to school or locals are shopping, they often use public ferry services or private water transport like motorboats or canoes. All of this can be witnessed during your journey through Kainakari.

Kuppapuram Boat Jetty - A small area on the banks of Vembanadu Lake where you can find local shops, fish vendors, toddy shops, and Ayurvedic massage centers.

Kuttamangalam - Kuttamangalam Canal is a very narrow canal popular among tourists. It is surrounded by local villages and paddy fields. Due to its narrowness, a small open boat is required to navigate it. This area offers an unforgettable Alleppey village experience. The trip includes a one-hour open boat canal cruise through Kuttamangalam.

Kainakary - A quaint small lake where lunch is served against a scenic backdrop.

Paddy Fields - Alleppey is known as the rice bowl of Kerala. The houseboat cruise passes through various canals in Alleppey, flanked by lush green paddy fields. This view is best from October to the end of February. March and April are harvesting seasons, turning the fields a golden color.

Aleppey Backwaters

Alleppey Backwaters - Day 2: Alleppey.
If the sky is clear, enjoy a bed tea and witness a perfect sunrise from your houseboat. You can also opt for a morning walk along the riverside to watch birds.
The morning trip starts at 8:00 AM and covers part of the expansive Vembanadu Lake. Before the houseboat trip concludes at 9:00 AM, an authentic Kerala breakfast is served. Check out from the houseboat and the tour ends.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

• Alcoholic Beverages can be brought by you or we could arrange if you inform before boarding.

The Backwater Houseboat programme is tailored for enthusiasts seeking to explore the finest canals in and around Aleppey. This journey’s highlight is experiencing Aleppey’s stunningly narrow canals, picturesque villages, and local village life.

About the boat -
We utilize a small, private traditional boat for this journey. If you’re keen on experiencing an authentic traditional rice boat transformed into a houseboat, this is a prime example.

Open Country Boat trip
We further heighten your experience by offering an hour’s open country boat trip. This ride explores incredibly narrow canals that neither the houseboat nor the shikkara boat usually navigate.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.