Kerala tour packages from Chennai | Kerala backwater trip
Wondering why is Kerala backwaters so special? Well the best way to know about that, is to opt for them for your next trip. With the greenery and long-lasting list of backwaters, Kerala is a beauty on its own. While you travel through this region, it is sure to make everlasting memories. These places are best to visit with your beloved and family. They welcome you with their beauty. Kerala Tourism Packages from Chennai brings to you the best and cost-effective backwater tours.
The geographical features of Kerala are amazing that there is a labyrinth of waterways running from one end of Kerala to the other end. The ecosystem of these backwaters is very unique as it is formed when waters from lakes meet the seawater from the Arabian Sea.
The longest cruise ride in Kerala is the 8-hour boat ride from Kollam to Alappuzha. Through this journey, you get to meet lotus and lilies, paddy fields, coconut trees, greenery, and above all the amazing food they offer. Many writers have described the beauty of Kerala backwaters in their writings. One such writer is Arundhati Roy, who has written about the backwaters in her book ‘The god of small things. The National Geographical Survey had put Kerala backwaters on the list of ‘places to see before you die’. Kerala backwaters overtook the TajMahal in this survey.
The backwater tour of Kerala includes Alleppey backwaters, Kuttanad backwaters, Kumarakom backwaters, Padanna backwaters, and many other places with which you can get close to nature and unveil its beauty.
Backwater trips not just include the same old coconut trees and green palms. Each of these places is unique in its ways and can make you feel differently.
Alleppey backwaters
Alleppey backwater is the most popular backwater destination in Kerala and it is one of the places which shouldn’t be missed at any cost! It is situated on the banks of the majestic Vembanad Lake. With the lush coconut grooves, endless lagoons, the calmness of the lake Alleppey is a paradise that everyone would die to visit. With its swaying beauty and the charm of the city, Alleppey is known as ‘The Venice Of The East’ and also makes it one the most visited backwater destinations in Kerala. Honeymooners, adventure seekers, or a leisure visitor anyone can visit this place with family, friends, or with your love, and go back with a bag full of memories and happiness. The houseboats are the best experience Alleppey can give you. The best time to visit Alleppey is during winter that is from December to February. During this time temperature remains low and hence can give you a perfect backwater holiday.
Kuttanad Backwaters
Believe me or not, Kuttanadbackwaters offers you something special whenever you visit this region of God’sown country. Kuttanad is home to many important rivers of Kerala is the Pampa, Meenachil, Achankovil, and Manimala rivers. August to March is the most suitable time to visit Kuttanad as this climate gives you a clear view of the place and this atmospheric condition can give you a pleasant stay. Kuttanad offers you multiple locations to visit and it also provides several entertainments to the visitors and makes their trip memorable.
Kumarakom Backwaters
The famous tourist spot is a cluster of islands on the eastern banks of Vembanad Lake. It’s a beautiful water destination that also hosts many water activities such as fishing and boating. One of the attractions of this region is the resorts. These resorts were old bungalows. Sitting in such an ambiance with your love, family, or even with friends and having the best seafood can make your backwater trip memorable. The Kerala Tourism Development Corporation has made independent cottages among the coconut grooves facing the beautiful and magnificent Vembanad Lake. Anyone would love to spend their time here. Kerala Tour Packages from Chennai include houseboat and also kettuvellam which can give you a different experience. The nearby museum and the sanctuary are all a must-visit. The information you get from these areas is going to help you the next time when you come for your backwater trips with another group of friends. The Arivikuzhi waterfall, a 100ft waterfall set amidst the lush greenery and rubber plantations stands there cascading its beauty to the tourists. This magnificent waterfall is a must-stop-by place near the Kumarakom Backwaters. Kumarakom beach is another attraction. Beaches need no introduction, just visit this beach which is one of the most beautiful beaches on the Malabar coast, and fall in love with God’s own country. Pathiramanal Islands is blessed with the charm of Vembanad Lake and thus makes it a must-visit place in Kerala. This is a perfect spot to get lost among the beauty of mother nature. Reaches their by train seems to be the best cost-saving method. After reaching the Kottayam railway station, you can catch a private or government bus to your most wanted destination. Domestic Tour Packages From Chennai offers you the best experience of Kumarakom backwaters.
Padana backwater
Extending from Nileswaramand Valapattanam, Padanna offers a good scope of tourism. In the Kannada language, Padanna means ‘salt fields’. Now this place doesn’t have any salt fields but earlier it is believed that there were salt fields that flowed the west. Kallumakai and community farming are 2 major things that hold this place high on the tourism list. Padana and Udinoor were a part of south Karnataka, later combined to form today’s Padanna Panchayat. Padana holds a lot of historical importance. Located amidst the five rivers and the sea, Padanna was once a port to distribute the goods from China. It is believed that Muslims inhabited this place. The Juma’atmosque is one of the most famous mosques in this area and is believed that it was rebuilt by the great Tippu Sultan. There are a ton of things to do at Padanna backwaters. Fishing, pedal boating, water zorbing, game fishing are all available here. Rural pearls trails through Oyster Opera, boating through Padanna are all sure to give you a soothing experience. The mural paintings and ivory culture of Shri Kshetrapalaka Temple are all attractions to people. The pilgrim tour to Udinoor temple, PadannaMaqbaraare all things to do in this region. With retaining the virgin glory of the past and with its natural charm, Padanna can be said to be a Paradise.
All thank’s to the unique backwater system and our Kerala Tourism that, our state is making news internationally. Any tourist that comes to India is sure to take a short tour to the backwaters of Kerala to spent some amazing time on the deck of a houseboat marveling at the beauty of nature. Be it with family, friends, or even your life partner Kerala backwaters are the best choice to opt for. For more details regarding the honeymoon packages check Honeymoon Tour packages from Chennai.
