Kerala- The Land to Cruise through the Backwaters

Kerala is the land known widely for its backwaters. Backwaters are the extension of the sea into the land. These waters do not have the roughness of the sea; instead they are just vast expanses of sea water. These backwaters happen to be an excellent location for Ports as their waters are silent and create no harm to the ships coming in.

A cruise through the backwaters of Kerala along the lagoons provides a worthy spectacular feel of the alluring charm of old Kerala. Vembanad Lake is the biggest backwater stretch in Kerala which includes 3 towns in its path and finally ends in the Arabian sea near Kochi Port.

The Enticing Backwaters

Alleppey

The doors to the interior waterways open through Alleppey. The traditional houseboat is the most popular among tourist as it take them through the rural Kerala. The hidden splendors of villages and the paddy fields provide an amazing view of the rural charm that is called Kerala. These boat cruises are guided by Alleppey Tourism Development Co-operative Society. The other backwaters are Astamudi Lake and Vembabad Lake. The backwater tours are conducted through Allapuzha, Kottayam and Kollam.

The cruise from Alleypey to Kottayam measures 29 kms and lasts for 2.5 hours, whereas to Ernakulam it is 74 km and lasts for 8 hours. Champakulam is the other backwater destination, which is at a distance of 16 km and lasts for 1.5 hours.

Kumarakom

The backwaters of Kumarakom are cruised through traditional kayaks called ‘vanjis'. These ‘vanjis' cruise through the captivating fields and helps the tourist to explore the local agricultural vigor. The tourists can also visit the sanctuary for birds nearby. The next captivating experience is the Coconut Lagoon which provides the dazzling experience of the native rowboat drive slowly through the waters now. The land of Kerala is the perfect picture painting provided by nature that can never be erased from our memories. The backwater cruises last for 3 hours and they include a visit to the coir villages and coconut plantations.

Mararikulam

The most beautiful fishing village is Mararikakulam and this is situated in the shores of the exquisite beaches of Kerala. The beaches are rowed with endless coconut trees providing a visual treat.

Marari - Cochin

If you want to cruise along the seashores of Cochin, you surely need to visit Marari. This place is as a bunch of tiny islands that form a pictorial scene that dot the Cochin Harbor. Cochin is filled with the magic of the old world. It is worth calling the city the Queen of Arabian Sea. Cruises are available twice daily. The Cruises visit Willington Island, Bolghatty Island, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace and Fort Cochin.

Kozhikode

Do you want to see some unexploited and tidy backwaters? Visit Kozhikode for a pleasant and clean water drives. Kozhikode offers the backwaters which are pristine pure. The Elathur, Canoli Canal and Kallai River are the best holiday options. The now famous Korapuzha is a water sport destination. Kozhikode was the first destination that Vasco Da Gama visited. He touched the shores of Kerala in Kozhikode beach and explored Kerala through its vast expanse. Portuguese culture penetrated into Kerala through these visits.