Kumarakom Backwaters Bird Sanctuary Coconut Lagoon Private Tour
Beschreibung
Cruise the Kumarakom Backwaters & Narrow Canals – Private Day Tour from Kochi Experience the enchanting Kumarakom Backwaters on this full-day private tour from Kochi. Travel comfortably by car or minivan along scenic highways and charming village roads to reach Kumarakom, one of Kerala’s most beautiful backwater destinations, known for its tranquil lakes, lagoons, paddy fields, and coconut groves. On arrival, step aboard your pre-booked Shikkara boat for a three-hour backwater cruise through the serene waterways of Kumarakom. Glide past palm-fringed islands, narrow canals, and picturesque villages, where you’ll see traditional life unfold around the coconut gardens. After the relaxing cruise, enjoy an optional lunch at a lakeside resort in the Kumarakom International Tourist Village before returning comfortably to Kochi. This private Kumarakom backwater tour is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic experience of Kerala’s scenic beauty, peaceful lifestyle, and vibrant culture.
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Commencing the tour from Kochi it heads to south of Kochi 10 km reaches the small town Aroor. Aroor is famous for Marine Fish processing and exporting companies that are reputed and many.
The next small town from Aroor is Chandiroor. This town where there are a few fish markets, coir yarn cottage industrial units and backwaters. the High way is studded with elegant residential buildings and small and some what shops selling daily need s of the people.
Another small town on the way towards Alappuzha is famous for backwaters and fish farms ( Pokkali Farms, where alternated rice and fish is farmed.)
The travel from Kochi to Alappuzha will pass through the small town Aroor, where on the side of the National Highway we will see a magnificent Roman Catholic church, a fabulous building will be testimony to the devotion of the people to the religious life.
Thuravoor is famous for the great temple of Lord Siva. A typical temple with Kerala Temple architecture with a huge temple tank. This is a live temple and will see many devotees and pilgrims come to worship through out the day.
The village is remembered with respect for the famous Malayalam poet and lyricist Rama Varma. The poet will be remembered as long as Malayalee lives.
The village on the western side of the Vembanad lake is for a plethora of cottage industrial units making coir yarn and door mats from coconut fiber. This is the major source of income for the villagers. Also there are other jobs like clam collection from the lake fishing using indigenous method of cast net diving under water etc. this village is definitely store in stock to surprises for you. Thanneermukkom Bund is worth mentioning about when we pass this village. This bund or barrage across the lake is for stopping the salt water from entering the rice fields on the banks of the lake. We will have to travel on the road constructed on top of the barrage. Your one side is salt water while the other side is fresh water. Salt water is fro mArabian Sea which is down stream about 30 km. at Kochi.
Next is Aymanam the famous village where Ms. Arundhati Roy the author of "God of Small Things" booker price winning novel is born. The villagers are very proud of Arundhati Roy and her title.
The destination where we will cruise in the boat is here. Kumarakom is for backwaters, lakes and lagoons. and also the bird sanctuary. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, an ornithologist's paradise is a favorite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian stork, egret, darter, heron and teal set within the lush acres of wooded land nearby, acquaints you to the variety of migratory birds that flock in thousands,
This is a major town in Kerala between Kochi and Alappuzha. The place is famous for large scale factories manufacturing coir products- products made from coconut fiber like yarn mats carpets and ropes.) On the way to Alappuzha from Kochi we will be able to see these factories on the national highway side.
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Expanded Additional Pick up Information Meeting at Cochin Port (Cruise Passengers) Our friendly team from Excel India Tours will be waiting for you 30 minutes before your cruise ship arrives at Cochin Port. After completing immigration formalities, simply exit the terminal building. Our representative will be standing just outside the immigration exit holding a name board (pager board) with the lead traveller's name, making it easy for you to locate us. We continuously monitor your ship's arrival time. In case of minor delays, your pickup will be adjusted accordingly, ensuring a smooth and worry-free start to your tour. Pickup Locations Complimentary pickup and drop-off can be arranged from: Kochi (Cochin) Alappuzha (Alleppey) Kumarakom Kottayam Cherthala Thuravoor Aroor If you require pickup from locations farther away, such as Kollam (Quilon), Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), Munnar, Thekkady, or other destinations in Kerala, please contact us before booking or immediately after your reservation. We will be happy to arrange transportation for an additional charge on mutually agreed terms. Important Information Please provide your hotel name and address or cruise ship name and arrival time when booking. We recommend carrying a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, and comfortable walking shoes. Binoculars are recommended for birdwatching, especially during the migratory bird season (November to March). This is a private tour, so only your group will participate, allowing you to enjoy the experience at your own pace. The itinerary can be slightly customized to suit your interests and available time, subject to operational feasibility. The tour is suitable for families, couples, solo travellers, photographers, birdwatchers, and nature enthusiasts.
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Such an amazing experience! Joyce, our guide, was informative and an all around great guide! Driver was great! This is a must do while in Kochi!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience exploring Kumarakom with us. It’s great to know you enjoyed the tour and found the guidance informative and engaging. Your kind words about the driver are also truly appreciated. We’re grateful for your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another memorable journey in Kerala! 😊
We were lucky to have a very peaceful cruise on the beautiful backwaters. The boat was just for the two of us. The guy operating the boat was keen to spot, show and tell us many different birds along the circuit. His English was limited but he tried really hard. The guide we had, (didn't get his name) spoke very little. On our journey, from port to Kumarakom, we travelled through many interesting looking villages, without any dialogue. I had my own notes, in the boot of the car, unfortunately. The journey was about 90 minutes. The boat operator also stopped several times to set us ashore and show us things on land.
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re delighted you enjoyed a peaceful private cruise on the beautiful backwaters and appreciated the boatman’s genuine effort to spot birds and show you local life along the way. We sincerely regret that the road journey from the port to Kumarakom lacked commentary and that the accompanying guide’s communication did not meet your expectations. Your comments are valuable to us, and we are addressing this to ensure clearer explanations and more engaging narration in future tours. Thank you for highlighting both the positives and the areas for improvement—your feedback helps us enhance the experience for our guests. We truly hope to welcome you again for an even more enriching journey.
Very efficiently organised. The owner of the agency, Joyce, personally came to greet us and then we headed to the backwaters in a car to the Kumarakom jetty where we had a nice boat ride exploring the backwaters and then back to the hotel. Would recommend Joyce and his team:)
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation 😊 It was a pleasure meeting you personally and arranging your Kumarakom backwaters experience. I’m glad you enjoyed the smooth organisation, the scenic boat ride, and the time spent exploring the backwaters. On behalf of my entire team, thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Kerala again in the future. Warm regards!
The backwater tour was nice .The guide Rajen was excellent we enjoyed our time we also had stout to Cochin. Rajen explained everything in detail. I would recommend to all my friends
Thank you very much for your kind words. The review inspire us for better service to all our valued clients.
