Situated
on the east bank of the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakam is a sleepy little
village, which boasts of a bird sanctuary, spread over 14 acres of land.
Also considered to be the gateway to the backwaters of Kuttanad,
Kumarakam is fast developing into a backwater destination for tourists.
A cruise along the Vembanad Lake is the best way to get a glimpse of the
avian population.
An enchanting backwater destination,
Kumarakom offers visitors many other leisure options. Boating and
fishing facilities are available at Kumarakom. Holiday packages on the
houseboats, traditional Kettuvalloms, are an out-of-this-world
experience at Kumarakom. An unbelievably beautiful paradise of mangrove
forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with
enchanting waterways and canals adorned with while lillies - this is
Kumarakom A picturesque world of backwaters, thatched houseboats,
Cormorants, Chinese fishing nets and swaying palms - An ideal getaway.
ClimateKumarakom enjoys a well-balanced tropical
climate. The lowest and highest temperatures recorded are 16.10 C and
37.80 C. There is always a cool, fresh breeze, which makes even the
warmest weather readily agreeable. The South West monsoon is from early
June to early August. However, slight drizzles persist till early
November. Average rainfall is 1100 mm per year. The peak tourist season
is from November to March.
Kumarakom Bird SanctuaryA
trip to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary what you shouldn't miss. The best time
for this is between November and March,when a range of migratory birds
from Siberia make it their winter home. Some of the species include the
Snake bird, Little Cormorant, Crow Pheasant, White-branded water Hen and
Tree pie. Occasionally you can catch the native kingfishers setting the
waters ablaze in a psychedelic flash of colours.
The night
herons, the Golden-backed woodpeckers are added delights. At the
fourteen-acre bird sanctuary one can glimpse many a rare bird –
some of which, sadly, may not be around forever Kettuvallams :
Kettuvallams are huge, tapering barges which were traditionally used to
cargo rice and other goods across Kerala. It has a portion covered with
bamboo and coir serving as kitchen and rest rooms for the crew. These
boats are entirely built without the use of nails. Planks of jack wood
are woven together with coir ropes and coated with a black resin made
from boiled cashew kernels. '.
Backwater in KumarakomKumarakom
slumbers on the banks of the famous Vembanad Lake. The Vembanad Lake
with its majestic canals, streams and distributaries along its banks
weave an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web. The gorgeous green of
the fringed palms ripple in the blue waters and blend into wavelets.
Kumarakom Tour - (2 Nights /3 Days)
(1Nights
Kumarakom +1 Night House boat)
Tour cost - Per person Valid Up to 30 Sep 08
Child
cost ( between 5 and 12 yrs)
With Extra bed 45 % of adult cost
Without extra bed 30 % of adult cost
The above cost includes
- Transportation using AC Car (Indica) as per the itinerary below, inclusive of fuel, parking Toll Driver allowance
- Accommodation at all places on Twin Sharing basis
- Daily breakfast
- House Boat cruises - Overnight (A/c Houseboat)
- All meals in Houseboat
- All applicable Taxes
Cost does not include :
- Any transportation which is not mentioned in the itinerary
- Lunch/Dinner at hotels ,Room service , Telephone calls laundry Any portage at airports and hotels, tips,insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, guide charges, boating charges, entrance fees and all items of personal nature
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
Itinerary
Day: 01: Cochin - KumarakomArrive cochin
airport /Railway station, and we will transfer you to Kumarakom (95 Kms
/ 2 Hrs). On arrival at Kumarakom visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and
later check in at hotel in Kumarakom evening , go for optional boating
or relax near the buitiful Vembanadu Lake, Evening go for Sun set cruise
(optional).
Day: 02: HouseboatMorning relax at
resort 1230hrs board on to the houseboat. Rest of the day at leisure on
the House Boat. Sit back and relax while the boat cruises through the
narrow serene backwater canals of Kumarakom & Alleppey. Lunch,
Evening Tea/ Coffee with snacks, dinner and Overnight stay on House
Boat.
Day: 03: Houseboat- Departuremorning at
leisure on House Boat. Later at 1000 Hrs check out from houseboat and
transfer to Cochin airport or Railay station end of services.
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